Festive Guide from markets to lights to special attractions. pantos and theatre

What’s on &

Festive Guide

A selection of what is going on in the area:

EVERY SATURDAY 6pm – family session; 8pm – open session (ages 8+ only) Roller Disco Sevenoaks Leisure Centre, Buckhurst Lane, Sevenoaks, TN13 1LW. Customers are allowed to bring their own skates however no inline skates are allowed. Paid event. Info at www.sencio.org.uk

3 NOV & 1 DEC 12pm-5pm Penshurst Christmas Fairs by Support Local Pop Up Markets Kingdom Penshurst Tonbridge TN11 8DU Free Entry Browse a selection of homeware, gifts, jewellery, clothing, candles and much more. www.supportlocalpopup.co.uk

4, 18 & 25 NOV & 2, 9 & 16 DEC 10am-4pm Tunbridge Wells Christmas Fairs by Support Local Pop Up Markets One Warwick Park Hotel Tunbridge Wells TN2 5TA Find Christmas gifts by local crafters including homeware, jewellery, clothing, candles and more. www.supportlocalpopup.co.uk

11 NOV 11am-4pm Tonbridge Vegan Festive Fair Angel Centre, Angel Lane, Tonbridge TN9 1SF

Food, crafts and gifts for Christmas. £3 entry. Info at www.thefatcarot.co.uk

11 NOV 10.15am & 1.30pm Autumn Nature Explorers Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve and Jeffery Harrison Visitor Centre, TN13 3DH. A fun autumn event where families can get stuck in with pond dipping, mini beasting, bark rubbing, searching for fungi and much more! Paid event. Info at www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk/ events

15 – 17 NOV 9am – 5pm Wealden Times Midwinter Fair Hop Farm, Maidstone Road, Paddock Wood, TN12 6PY. Set in a tented village at the Hop Farm, showcasing over 220 exhibitors for three days. Info at www.thehopfarm.co.uk/events

17 & 18 NOV Mid Winter Market at The Tithe Barn, Lenham Court Lodge Farm, Lenham ME172QD Lenham’s medieval tithe barn hosts its 5th pre-Christmas ‘made by hand’ craft and art market including local food and drink producers. It will showcase the work of 60 stall holders, mainly Kent based artisans. Info at www.facebook.com/thetithebarn/

18 NOV The Royal Tunbridge Wells Christmas Lights Royal Victoria Place, 300 Victoria Rd, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 2SS. This year the lights will be switched on across town when Father Christmas takes up residence in his Festive Grotto under cover of Royal Victoria Place Shopping Centre. Info at www.visittunbridgewells.com

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22 NOV Hever Christmas Fair Hever Castle, Hever, TN8 7NG. Hever Castle hosts the fair with all proceeds going to Hever Primary School and St. Peter’s Church, Hever. Entry to Fair £3, free entry to grounds, castle entry £2.75. Tickets not available online. Info at www.hevercastle.co.uk/whatson

23 & 24 NOV Christmas Fair at Chiddingstone Chiddingstone Castle, Hill Hoath Road, Edenbridge, TN8 7AD. Shop unique and unusual gifts from stalls spread throughout the historic house and grounds. Pre-booking essential. Info at www.chiddingstonecastle.org.uk

24 NOV – 9 DEC Rochester Christmas Market High Street, Rochester, ME1 1SW. Set in the Rochester Castle gardens; browse the stalls for unique gift ideas and unusual stocking fillers. Wander around the Bavarian food village or visit the funfair. With live performances and a guaranteed snowfall, all framed by Rochester’s cathedral and castle. Info at www.medway.gov.uk/christmas

24 NOV 10.30am & 1pm Explore Bird Twitching Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve and Jeffery Harrison Visitor Centre, TN13 3DH. Take part in a migratory bird trail, listen to a bird watching talk and get stuck in with some craft activities. Paid event. Info at www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk/events

24 NOV – 24 DEC Christmas at Hever Castle Hever Castle, Hever, TN8 7NG. With welcoming log fires, and beautiful decorations in the Castle, a Christmas trail to follow and the chance to see Father Christmas – be enchanted by the magic of Christmas at Hever. Info at www.hevercastle.co.uk

24 & 25 NOV 10am The Friars Christmas Fayre The Friars, Aylesford Priory, Aylesford, ME20 7BX. Visit Santa’s Parlour, enjoy the skating rink, Polar Express train, Christmas craft market, entertainment, ceramic workshop, seasonal refreshments and much more. Under 12s free - Adults £4.50. Info at www.visitmaidstone.com

24 & 25 NOV Festive Market at Sissinghurst Castle Garden Sissinghurst Castle Garden, Biddenden Rd, Cranbrook, TN17 2AB. Local foods, drink, crafts and produce, live entertainment, including the East Grinstead concert band playing on Sunday. Shop and restaurant will be open throughout the weekend. Free event, but normal admission charges apply for the venue. Info at www.nationaltrust.org.uk

24 & 25 NOV 10am – 5pm Hospice in the Weald Christmas Market Hospice in the Weald, Pembury, Maidstone Road, TN2 4TA. With over 45 varying stalls in and outside of the building and the return of Father Christmas and his Grotto. Info at www.hospiceintheweald.org.uk

24 NOV-16 DEC Christmas Market Leeds Castle Broomfield, Maidstone ME17 1PL. Visit the Christmas Market on the Cedar Lawn overlooking the Castle to discover an array of seasonal gifts, toys, festive decorations, specialist food and drink. See reindeer and birds of prey and enjoy traditional fun fair rides (additional charges apply) and live music performances from the band stand at 12pm, 2pm & 4pm each day. Info at www.leeds-castle.com

25 NOV 10am – 4pm St Julians’ Christmas Fair Rumshott Estate Ltd, St Julians, Sevenoaks, TN15 0RX. Annual Christmas fair with local crafts and unique gifts for adults and children. This event is open to non-members. Free event. Info at www.stjulians.co.uk

25 NOV 2.30pm – 6pm Tonbridge Rotary Christmas Festival & Christmas Lights Entertainment on stage and Christmas stalls. Christmas Lights switch on at 5pm. Fireworks from Tonbridge Castle. Free event. Info at www.tmbc.gov.uk

25 NOV 1pm – 4pm Fosse Bank Christmas Market Fosse Bank School, Noble Tree Road, Hildenborough, TN11 8ND. Children can enjoy visiting Father Christmas while parents wander around the festive stalls. Info at www.fossebankschool.co.uk

27 NOV 3pm - 4.30pm National Tree Week Winter Walk Grosvenor & Hilbert Park, Upper Grosvenor Rd, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 2LW.

Always wanted to be able to tell your favourite trees apart in the winter? Join the Community Engagement Officer on a short walk to find out how. Booking essential, suitable for all ages. Contact emma.peters@tunbridgewells.gov.uk to book.

30 NOV Christmas Lights Switch On, Sevenoaks High Street, Sevenoaks Ian Waite, of Strictly Come Dancing and It Takes Two fame, will switch on the Christmas Lights. With entertainment and stalls in the High Street. For further information see www.sevenoakstown.gov.uk

30 NOV Langton Pavilion Cafe – Christmas Fayre The Pavilion at Langton Green Recreational Ground, Speldhurst Road, Langton Green, TN3 0JJ. Christmas fair with gifts and vintage style Christmas decorations, food, children’s gifts, homeware, candles, unusual crafts, local stall holders. Info at www.www.langtonpavilion.com

30 NOV & 1 DEC Penshurst Christmas Market Penshurst Village Hall, High Street, Penshurst, TN11 8BP. Free event to raise money for local charities. Festive entertainment from local schools and choirs, BBQ and refreshments. Info at www.facebook.com/ PenshurstChristmasMarket

30 NOV – 30 DEC Christmas at Bedgebury Bedgebury Pinetum, Park Lane, Goudhurst, TN17 2SL. A new festive woodland walk for all the family. Singing trees, scented fire, Garden Canopy of Light, Father Christmas, seasonal food. Paid event. Info at www.christmasatbedgebury.co.uk

30 NOV – 31 DEC Maidstone Panto’s Winter Wonderland Maidstone Panto, The Friars Event Space, Aylesford Kent ME20 7BX. Maidstone Panto’s Winter Wonderland includes an ice rink, white-knuckle rides, food stalls and Christmas market, plus a fully-licensed bar. Guests will be able to visit the Winter Wonderland before and after their Pantomime showing and entry is free. Info at www.maidstonepanto.com

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Family theatre & Panto

2 NOV 7.30pm Vienna Ballet Nutcracker The Stag Sevenoaks, London Road, Sevenoaks, TN13 1ZZ. Be swept away on a magical adventure in one of the most famous classical ballets of all time. Info at www.stagsevenoaks.co.uk

4 NOV 2.30pm Tales from Shakespeare Trinity Theatre, Church Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 1JP. Three of Shakespeare’s plays are brought to life and are specially adapted for the whole family making them fun, engaging and accessible. Info at www.trinitytheatre.net

11 NOV 2pm Vienna Ballet Nutcracker Hazlitt Theatre, 36 Earl St, Maidstone, ME14 1PP. With its combination of enchanting choreography and unforgettable music, this fabulous ballet is a real Christmas treat. Info at www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk/Hazlitt-Theatre

13 & 14 NOV Tues 13, 1.30pm & 4.30pm Wed 14, 11am & 1.30pm Stick Man Hazlitt Theatre, 36 Earl St, Maidstone, ME14 1PP. Scamp Theatre’s delightful adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s Stick Man. Info at www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk/Hazlitt-Theatre

18 NOV 2.30pm Snow Queen Trinity Theatre, Church Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 1JP. When Gerda’s friend Kay is taken by the Snow Queen no one knows what’s become of him, but the heart-broken Gerda decides she must set out to find him. Theatre production for children and families. Info at www.trinitytheatre.net

25 NOV 2.30pm Snow Play Trinity Theatre, Church Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 1JP. What would you do if one year Winter decided to stay and move into your house? Well, that’s what happens in this snowy spectacular show where you are guaranteed a white Christmas, no matter what the weather or the time of year! Info at www.trinitytheatre.net

30 NOV – 24 DEC AM & PM performances Sammy the Sheep Saves Christmas The Brook Theatre, 5 The Brook, Chatham ME4 4SE. Join Sammy on a Christmas adventure that travels from the festive farmyard to far-away lands, as the little sheep tries to save Christmas for us all. Please note that the Brook Theatre Christmas shows are promenade theatre, which means that seating is not available (under special circumstances some seats may be made available on a very limited basis). Info at www.tickets.medway.gov.uk

30 NOV – 31 DEC Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Maidstone Panto, The Friars Event Space, Aylesford Kent ME20 7BX. Maidstone Panto’s production of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs has an all-star cast, amazing special effects and a troop of seven dwarfs. And this year there is a Winter Wonderland (see page 12) which is free entry. Info at www.maidstonepanto.com

30 NOV – 6 JAN Dick Whittington The Stag Sevenoaks, London Road, Sevenoaks, TN13 1ZZ. Britain’s Got Talent star Danny Beard, and Sevenoaks’ favourites Ant ‘Silly Billy’ Payne and Jasette Amos, all return for the Stag’s 10th Christmas panto. Info at www.stagsevenoaks.co.uk

1 – 31 DEC Aladdin Hazlitt Theatre, 36 Earl St, Maidstone, ME14 1PP. Richard Blackwood, former Eastenders star, actor, comedian and rapper, will lead the cast of Aladdin as he plays the Genie for Kent audiences. Info at www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk/Hazlitt-Theatre

7 DEC – 2 JAN Sleeping Beauty The Assembly Hall Theatre, Crescent Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 2LU. This magical pantomime promises to be jam-packed with smash-hit songs, stunning sets, spectacular costumes and magical special effects. Info at www.assemblyhalltheatre.co.uk

7 – 31 DEC Dick Whittington and his Cat The Central Theatre, 170 High Street, Chatham, ME4 4AS. Star of stage and screen, Ray Quinn, takes the title role of Dick Whittington in the rags-to-riches tale of a young man and his loyal cat on their exciting quest to find fame and fortune. Info at www.tickets.medway.gov.uk

8 – 30 DEC Aladdin The Orchard Theatre, Home Gardens, Dartford, DA1 1ED. Marti Pellow, the lead singer of 80s sensation Wet Wet Wet stars as the evil sorcerer Abanazar in Aladdin at The Orchard Theatre. Expect flying carpets, a wish-granting genie, an evil sorcerer and a lamp-full of laughs. Info at www.orchardtheatre.co.uk

13 DEC – 2 JAN AM & PM performances Wind in the Willows Trinity Theatre, Church Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 1JP. Ratty, Badger and Mole join the exuberant Toad and embark on a series of adventures and misadventures caused by his insatiable need for speed! Info at www.trinitytheatre.net

15 DEC 11am Baby Broadway Concert The Stag Sevenoaks, London Road, Sevenoaks, TN13 1ZZ. An interactive Christmas performance suitable for all ages; from new-borns to school age to grandparents. The whole family can sing and dance along to seasonal show tunes from hit musicals and well-known songs from Christmas films, all performed by West End singers. Info at www.stagsevenoaks.co.uk

15 DEC – 6 JAN Jack and the Beanstalk EM Forster Theatre, Tonbridge School, Tonbridge TN9 1JP. Wicked Productions’ Jack and the Beanstalk promises to be a glittering Christmas treat for the whole family to enjoy. Info at www.emftheatre.com

17 DEC 1pm & 7pm Cinderella on Ice Planet Ice, Gillingham Business Park, Ambley Road, Gillingham ME8 0PU A magical retelling of the classic story – Fairy Godmother, glass slippers, carriages made of pumpkins, and other such delights on the ice. Fun for all the family. Info at www.iceaccount.co.uk/events

17 – 24 DEC (VARIOUS) Flipper’s Perfect Present The Stag Sevenoaks, London Road, Sevenoaks, TN13 1ZZ. Flipper’s Perfect Present is an interactive theatre experience for children. At the end of the show every child meets Santa and receives a gift in the grotto. Info at www. stagsevenoaks.co.uk

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1 & 2 DEC Parades at 12pm & 4.45pm Dickensian Christmas Rochester High Street, Rochester, ME1 1SW. Uncover a feast of Victorian delights, familiar costumed characters, parades and open air carol concerts. Remember to dress-up and join in the parade. Everyone’s welcome! Info at www.medway.gov.uk/christmas

1 – 24 DEC ON SELECT DATES Spa Valley Railway Santa Specials Eridge, Tunbridge Wells, TN3 9LE. Christmas at the Spa Valley Railway starts at Eridge where inside the waiting room will be two face painters ready to decorate children’s cheeks with Christmas trees or snowmen! Then enjoy a train ride through the winter countryside to Tunbridge Wells West. During the journey Santa will visit every child on board with a gift. Info at www.spavalleyrailway.co.uk

1 – 21 DEC Twilight Christmas Hever Castle, Hever, TN8 7NG. Discover the festive trail themed around the Charles Dickens classic novel ‘A Christmas Carol’. Ride the carousel and enjoy vintage fairground stalls, meet the huskies, and some characters along the trail. Father Christmas will be visiting on select dates. Paid event. Info at www.hevercastle.co.uk

1 DEC – 2 JAN 10am – 3pm Christmas Deer Trail Knole, Sevenoaks, TN15 0RP. The trail will take you on a walk around beautiful parkland at Knole Park. Once you have found the 10 festive deer be sure to return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize. Everyone welcome. Paid event. Info at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/knole/whats-on

2 DEC 10am Tonbridge Angels FC Annual Christmas Fair Longmead Stadium, Darenth Avenue, Tonbridge, TN10 3JF. Stalls, festive food and drink, and a possible appearance from Santa Claus and his reindeer! £1 Entry. Ample free parking. Info at www.tonbridgeangelsonline.co.uk

8 DEC 10am & 1pm Natural Christmas Decoration Workshop Tyland Barn, Sandling, Maidstone, ME14 3BD. Make your own environmentally friendly Christmas decorations. Suitable for families, children and adults. Paid event. Info at www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk/events

8 DEC 10am – 3pm Spadework Christmas Market Teston Road, West Malling, ME19 5NA. Free-range meat, game, fresh fish, cheese, bakery, charcuterie and smoked meat, pastries and cakes, confectionery, vegetarian food, ready to eat food, Indian specialities, jams and preserves, beer, cider and apple juice, cobnuts, handmade soap, candles and craft. Info at www.spadework.net/farmers-market

8 DEC 10am & 3pm Willow Christmas Decorations Bore Place, Bore Place Road, Chiddingstone, Nr Edenbridge, TN8 7AR. Angels, stars or Christmas trees and a wreath – use locally grown willow and hedgerow materials to make your own decorations. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Paid event. (The 10am-2pm workshop includes soup lunch, the 3-7pm workshop includes mulled wine and mine pies.) Info at www.boreplace.org

9 DEC 2pm - 3.30pm Carols with Create Grosvenor & Hilbert Park, Upper Grosvenor Rd, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 2LW. FoGH (the Friends of the park) invite you to join them at the Hub for some Christmas carol singing, with mulled wine, juice, and mince pies. Suitable for all ages, no booking required. Singing will be outside if the weather is good. Info at www.fogh.org.uk

9 DEC 10am - 11.30am Winter Forest Skills – Woodcraft Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve and Jeffery Harrison Visitor Centre, TN13 3DH. Have a go at using natural materials to make wearable art items, suitable for all the family. Paid event. Info at www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk/events

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9 DEC 12.30pm - 3pm Winter Forest Skills – Fires Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve and Jeffery Harrison Visitor Centre, TN13 3DH. Learn how to safely make and light fires without matches! When you’re done you can toast marshmallows and enjoy hot chocolate by the fire. Suitable for all the family. Paid event. Info at www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk/events

11 DEC 4.30pm - 6.30pm Christmas Greeting (cards) Grosvenor & Hilbert Park, Upper Grosvenor Rd, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 2LW. Visit the Hub and have a go at making your own greetings cards to send to your loved ones. Suitable for all ages. Drop in, suggested donation of £2 per person to cover materials. Info at www.fogh.org.uk

15 & 16 DEC 10.30am, 12.30pm & 2.30pm Children’s Deer Decoration Workshop Knole, Sevenoaks, TN15 0RP. Make a wooden decoration, inspired by Knole’s deer, to hang in your home this Christmas. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Paid event. Info at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/knole/whats-on

15 – 22 DEC 12pm – 6pm Fort Amherst Winter Market Fort Amherst, Dock Road, Chatham, ME4 4UB. Find Christmas presents and stocking fillers, enjoy an enchanted Tunnel tour at this Napoleonic fort, mince pies, and a hot chocolate or mulled wine. Family friendly event. Info at www.fortamherst.com

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19 DEC 3.30pm - 5.30pm Feeding Frenzy Grosvenor & Hilbert Park, Upper Grosvenor Rd, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 2LW. As the weather gets colder and food supplies for our UK bird species get harder to find, give some birds in your garden or in the park a helping hand by providing them with some food balls in the Hub. Suitable for all ages, drop in. Suggested donation of £1 per person. Info at www.fogh.org.uk

26 DEC 2pm Boxing Day Walk Knole, Sevenoaks, TN15 0RP. Discover more about the ancient parkland, its history and flora and fauna. Suitable for all the family. Booking not required. £2 suggested donation. Info at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/knole/whats-on

27 DEC – 1 JAN Winter Walks Hever Castle, Hever, TN8 7NG. Wrap up warm and blow away the cobwebs, walk off the Christmas pudding and enjoy winter walks in the stunning Hever Castle gardens. During this period, you will only need to pay for Garden entry and you’ll receive free entry to the Castle. Info at www.hevercastle.co.uk

1 JAN 2pm New Year’s Day Walk Knole Park, Sevenoaks, TN15 0RP. Discover more about the ancient parkland, understand its seasons and when and where to return to enjoy the seasonal changes. Suitable for all the family. Booking not required. £2 suggested donation. Info at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/knole/whats-on

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Santa’s Grotto

17 & 18 NOV, 24 & 25 NOV, 30 NOV – 24 DEC Santa’s Magical Christmas Grotto Polhill Garden Centre, London Road, Badgers Mount, Sevenoaks, TN14 7AD. Each slot will last 20 minutes where Santa will interact with all his guests and read a Christmas story or sing one of his favourite songs. Gifts will be suitable across a wide age range. Info at www.polhill.co.uk

24 NOV – 23 DEC The Christmas Grotto, Penshurst Place Penshurst, Tonbridge, TN11 8DG. Make crafts in Father Christmas’ workshop, visit his study, and see the man himself in his super-secret Penshurst Office. Each child will receive a gift and a candy cane during their visit, and be able to enjoy crafts, face painting and the adventure playground. Paid event. Info at www.penshurstplace.com/whats-on

24 NOV – 24 DEC Millbrook Grotto, Staplehurst Millbrook Garden Centre, Staplehurst Road, Tonbridge, TN12 9BT. No Christmas is complete without a visit to see Santa and in the Magical Millbrook Grotto there is always lots to see and do. Paid event. Info at www.millbrookgc.co.uk/whats-on

1 – 24 DEC Christmas Experience (Santa’s Grotto & Ice Skating) Bewl Water, Bewlbridge Lane, Lamberhurst, TN3 8JH. Ticket price includes visit to see Father

Christmas in his grotto with a gift for every child, 30 minutes skating on the ‘Magic Ice’ rink, unlimited fairground rides (suitable for children only, queuing system will be in place) and much more. Info at www.bewlwater.co.uk

1 – 23 DEC Father Christmas at the Hop Farm Hop Farm, Maidstone Road, Paddock Wood, TN12 6PY. Treat the kids and meet Father Christmas in his magical grotto experience. Paid event. Info at www.thehopfarm.co.uk/events/fatherchristmas-at-the-hop-farm

15 & 16 DEC Natural Christmas Grotto and Christmas Fair Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve and Jeffery Harrison Visitor Centre, Sevenoaks, TN13 3DH. Activities throughout the day including carol singing, local stalls, craft activities, nature walks and much more. Ticket price for the grotto visit, entry to the reserve and other activities is free. Info at www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk/events

15 & 16 DEC Nature Barn Christmas Grotto Tyland Barn, Sandling, Maidstone, ME14 3BD. Meet Santa and his elves and enjoy some

festive arts and crafts surrounded by the wildlife garden. Paid event. Info at www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk/events

NOV – DEC (DATES TO BE CONFIRMED) Brookside Christmas Grotto Brookside Garden Centre, Seven Mile Lane, East Peckham, Tonbridge, TN12 5JG. Return of the award-winning Christmas grotto, supporting local charities and good causes. Info at www.brooksidegc-kent.co.uk/grotto

24 NOV-16 DEC ON SELECT DATES Santa’s Grotto, Leeds Castle Broomfield, Maidstone ME17 1PL. Wander through the Christmas Market to an enchanted path leading to a magical grotto. Father Christmas will be waiting to greet you. And meet Father Christmas’ reindeer in their stable at the Christmas Market. Info at www.leeds-castle.com

Ice Skating

including a Bratwurst sausage in a bun, waffles and cakes, hot and cold drinks. Info at www.ruxley-manor.co.uk

15 NOV – 6 JAN Skating at Bluewater Bluewater, Greenhithe, DA9 9ST. Undercover outdoor ice rink so you can skate around the huge sparkling Christmas tree, come rain or shine! Beverages, hot drinks and refreshments are available from the rink side cabins. Info at www.bluewater.co.uk

and many other attractions. Info at www.assemblyhalltheatre.co.uk

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10am – 5pm Calverley Park Ice Rink

Ruxley Manor Ice Rink Calverley Park, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 1SJ.

Ruxley Manor Garden Centre, Set in the amphitheatre of Calverley Grounds

Maidstone Road, Sidcup, DA14 5BQ. in the centre of Royal Tunbridge Wells, the real

Peak and off peak sessions available ice rink is a favourite festive destination. Father throughout the festive season. Christmas Food Christmas will be welcoming families on Market offers a great place to sit and watch selected dates from Saturday 2 December the ice skating with a range of refreshments, to Sunday 24 December. With a fair

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30 NOV – 31 DEC Maidstone Panto’s Winter Wonderland (with ice rink) Maidstone Panto, The Friars Event Space, Aylesford Kent ME20 7BX. Includes an ice rink, white-knuckle rides, food stalls and Christmas market, plus a fullylicensed bar. Guests will be able to visit the Winter Wonderland before and after their Pantomime showing and entry is free. Info at www.maidstonepanto.com

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