ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT in the DIARY cont..
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JAN 2026
TONBRIDGE COMEDY NIGHT The Studio at EM Forster Theatre, Tonbridge
Presented by Lonestar Comedy, EM Forster’ s hugely popular monthly comedy nights return to their intimate studio space this January for another brilliant evening of light-hearted entertainment. Known for showcasing some of the most exciting acts on the UK circuit, the evenings offer ever-changing lineups, with each comic bringing their own unique style to the stage. This month’ s show is set to feature comedians Paul F Taylor, Markus Birdman and Dan Evans. Please note lineups are subject to change. Suitable for ages 16 and above.
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JAN 2026
WEEKEND SPA & YOGA RETREAT Green Farm, Ashford 16- 18 January
Step into the new year refreshed and revitalised with the help of Green Farm’ s signature weekend retreat hosted in the lovingly restored 15th-century farmhouse by owners Maryann and Martin. Carefully curated to leave you feeling invigorated, nourished and ready for a new week ahead, this two-night retreat includes use of the farm’ s blissful spa facilities, yoga sessions, serene country walks and plenty of relaxation and healthy eats. Yoga classes are suitable for all abilities and accommodation can be booked for either two people sharing or single occupancy.
7.30pm £ 15 emftheatre. com
From 3pm From £ 745 greenfarmkent. co. uk
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JAN 2026
WASSAILING: TRADITION, CIDER AND CELEBRATION Brogdale Farm, Faversham
Join Brogdale Farm for their first-ever wassailing celebration- an ancient tradition held to bless the orchards, ward off bad spirits and encourage a bountiful apple and fruit harvest for the coming year. Suitable for the whole family, the event will feature traditional Morris dancers, a procession and wassailing ceremony, and a hullabaloo in the orchards. As well as singing, dancing, drinking and general merrymaking, children can also create crafts to hang in the trees. Bring your saucepans and spoons, lanterns, torches and your loudest voices to toast to a fruitful year ahead at Brogdale Farm!
4pm- 6.30pm £ 8.50( adult), £ 5( child) brogdalecollections. org
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JAN 2026
ANTIQUES & VINTAGE FAIR Kent Event Centre, Detling 17 & 18 Jan
Kent’ s largest antiques and vintage fair is all set to return to Detling’ s bustling showground to display a vast array of wonderful treasures across hundreds of indoor and outdoor stalls. With many friendly dealers on hand to share their many years of knowledge with you, extensive collections covering everything from art deco and mid-century modern to jewellery and vintage clothing, plenty of food and drink pitstops and free parking available on site, this is a weekend not to be missed!
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JAN 2026
MASSAOKE- SING THE MUSICALS Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone
For one night only direct from London’ s West End, Leas Cliff Hall will welcome MASSAOKE: Sing The Musicals to its iconic Folkestone stage for a night to remember. Celebrating the greatest musicals of all time performed by a sensational live band and character singers, the production will also feature a giant screen with lyrics so audiences can sing along to their favourite tracks. Look forward to top hits from musicals including the likes of Mamma Mia!, The Greatest Showman, Grease, Dirty Dancing, Les Mis, Rocky Horror, Mary Poppins, Oliver and We Will Rock You.
8.30am- 4.30pm( Sat), 10am- 3.30pm( Sun) From £ 5( under 16s go free) lovefairs. com
7.30pm From £ 29 atgtickets. com / venues / leas-cliff-hall
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