A Nation of Animal Lovers? As the RSPCA celebrates its 200th anniversary, Dover Museum examines the British obsession with and love of animals, highlighting the crucial roles they have played in our lives over the centuries and today. Animals feature prominently as pets, working companions, and in our daily activities and hobbies. The care of […]
Wealden Times Midwinter Fair Join us for three wonderful days of stylish shopping at the Wealden Times Midwinter Fair on 14th, 15th, and 16th November at The Hop Farm, Paddock Wood. Discover the joy of finding unique, handmade Christmas gifts as you browse over 250 handpicked exhibitors across seven heated, interlinked marquees. From high-end gifts […]
Celebrate Christmas with our traditional festive market and sparkling lights in the medieval city and cathedral grounds One of the most magical festive shopping experiences in the country - Canterbury's traditional Christmas Market will open on 15th November to 24th December 2024. Our market comprises traditional wooden huts in the German-style, selling incredible gifts and […]
Our hugely popular Festive Marketplace opens again on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays running up to Christmas Eve. Expect to find locally handmade items, food, craft and original gift ideas for all the family on sale in our beautifully decorated huts. There will be free family films showing on the Big Screen, and live music and […]
Looking for gift ideas? Visit the Rare Breeds Centre Christmas Market on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th November! Explore locally crafted items, unique gifts, toys, sweets, and delicious edible treats in the festive Benson Barn. Enjoy free entry and parking while browsing for the perfect gifts! Be sure to try our pumpkin spice or gingerbread […]
The magic of Christmas STARTS NOW At Santa’s Lodge, you will learn all about the big man in red himself, Santa! Where did he learn the twinkling tricks of the trade? What is the knack behind the signature ‘Ho-Ho-Ho’? How does he really get around the world in one night? This festive season, Ashford Designer […]
A magical trail with new lights for 2024 – festive fun at historic and glamorous Leeds Castle Created by award-winning international producers of light trails, Christmas Lights at Leeds Castle has everything you need for an unforgettable time with friends and family, including a magical glimpse of Father Christmas along the way. It’s a place where new traditions […]
An Elizabethan Christmas Saturday 23 November 2024 - Sunday 5 January 2025 | 10am - 4pm, last entry at 3:15pm Explore our history beyond Vita Sackville-West and Harold Nicolson by travelling back to the Elizabethan Era this Christmas period. Enjoy a festive atmosphere in our quieter months with traditional decorations, Christmas trees, wreaths, and more. […]
Step into the secret sub-station at The Historic Dockyard Chatham. It’s ‘All Elves on Deck” for a brand new festive adventure. Discover the secret that elves and sub-station workers have been guarding for generations. Join the fun at the magical ‘Elf Academy,’ where you’ll learn all the tricks of the trade, from making toys to […]
Learn how to create a traditional moss based wreath, with a variety of seasonal foliage and berries. You will be guided through each step by Tumbleweed and Honesty’s experienced floral artist, Kim Barnicott. Exploring floral arranging with a wealth of locally sustainably sourced materials, including dried fruit, pine cones and crab apples, finishing off with […]
Feel festive with our Christmas Wreath Making Workshop this 28th November at The Black Horse in Pluckley. Be guided through the journey of making your own stunning wreath to decorate your home, whilst enjoying a festive tipple and nibbles with fellow crafters.
Join Father Christmas at Dover Castle this December for a magical way to start the festive season. Father Christmas is taking time out of his busy festive schedule to tell some of his favourite seasonal stories around the Christmas tree. After the group storytelling session, you and your children will meet the man himself, with […]
