ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT intheDIARY MAY 2026
FROM
1 MAY 2026
POWERHOUSE FT. CHINWE RUSSELL Knole, Sevenoaks 1 May- 31 Jul
This year, Knole is collaborating with artist Chinwe Russell to celebrate the stories of incredible women from around the world. Pairing Chinwe’ s 20 Historical Women who Changed the World and Knole’ s own portraiture, as well as a special Knole commission from Chinwe, the exhibition will create playful links between the women who inspired her and the women who shaped the extraordinary Sevenoaks estate.
10am- 5pm Included with general admission nationaltrust. org. uk
FROM
2 MAY 2026
WEALD OF KENT COUNTRY SHOW Penshurst Place, Penshurst 2- 4 May
Held in the glorious grounds of Penshurst Place, join the flavour-packed celebrations of the Weald of Kent Country Craft & Food Show this May as talented artisans come together for a delightful Kentish showcase. Look forward to fun for all the family with artisan shopping, delicious food, live entertainment, craft demos, music and children’ s rides, as well as the opportunity to explore the remarkable Penshurst Place and Gardens during the bank holiday weekend with admission tickets also available.
10am- 5pm From £ 8( adult), children under 16 free thecraftshows. co. uk / weald-of-kentcountry-craft-food-show
FROM
2 MAY 2026
JACK AND NANCY’ S DOCKYARD ADVENTURE The Historic Dockyard Chatham 2 May- 30 Jun
Step into a real‐life storybook at The Historic Dockyard Chatham as Jack and Nancy leap from the pages of Sir Quentin Blake’ s much‐loved tale and into an unforgettable family adventure. This brand-new family trail inspired by Blake’ s iconic illustrations blends the charm of the original story with the real ships, sounds and historic spaces of the dockyard. Young explorers will receive their own Jack and Nancy Adventure Journal and can enjoy hands-on activities including learning real sailor skills aboard HMS Gannet.
10am- 5pm Included with general admission thedockyard. co. uk
© Quentin Blake1969
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MAY 2026
CASTLE CANINES Hever Castle & Gardens, Edenbridge
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MAY 2026
WRITING YOUR WAY BACK HOME Mount Ephraim Gardens, Faversham
Four-legged friends and their owners are invited to the magnificent Hever Castle & Gardens this May for a fun-filled pup party. Set within the beautifully historic grounds, this popular one-day event will feature live dog displays, breed meet-and-greets and activities alongside scenic walks through the gardens. Meet a variety of breeds, watch impressive demonstrations from dogs showcasing their skills and natural abilities, pay a visit to the dog-friendly shopping stalls and gain expert advice from local charities.
10.30am- 6pm Included with general admission hevercastle. co. uk
Join Kent Mindfulness Centre and Mount Ephraim Gardens on an enlightening mindfulness and journalling day retreat exploring expressive writing, inviting inner discovery with your pen to express your deepest thoughts and feelings. Allowing a free flow of expression to expand perspective, find clarity and objectivity, reduce anxiety, transform judgments, lessen rumination, lower blood pressure and boost immunity, the day will include journalling, movement, meditation and relaxation.
10.30am- 4pm £ 85pp mountephraimgardens. co. uk
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