At time of writing, these events are scheduled to go ahead. However, check with the individual venues for details and to confirm, as things are constantly changing as the Covid-19 situation evolves.
Oktoberfest Maidstone, Mote Park
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While many of Germany's own Oktoberfest events are cancelled this year, Maidstone is managing to keep the fun going.
Book for up to six people, and take part in the fun in your own area, where you must remain at all times, except for toilet visits. Food and drink are ordered via an app and brought to your table
Oktoberfest Maidstone, 3 October.
Heart of Kent Hospice Moonlit Walk
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Many charities have struggled financially due to lack of fundraising events this year, but Heart of Kent Hospice has found a way around it. Its Moonlit Walk doesn't take place at a specific venue this time round - instead, you're encouraged to walk between 1km and 10km in your local area, joined by your family or members of your support bubble. You don't even have to do it in moonlight if you're more of a daybird.
Heart of Kent Hospice Moonlit Walk, 10 October.
Spa Valley Railway
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The Spa Valley Railway has had a tougher year than most, experiencing vandalism and damage on New Year's Eve before then being shut down for months. Happily, it's back up and running now, though its beer festival isn't happening this year - instead, it's hosting a Sir Keith Park weekend. That's the name of the steam locomotive pulling the train that weekend, by the way, on rides between Groombridge and Eridge.
Spa Valley Railway, 17-18 October. There are plenty of other events on the Spa Valley Railway this month, including afternoon tea and fish and chips trips.
Assembly Hall Theatre reopens, Tunbridge Wells
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Much to the relief of Tunbridge Wells culture vultures, the Assembly Hall Theatre reopens in mid-October. It'll be operating at reduced capacity and with other restrictions, but the programme is as lively as ever. Have a laugh with comedians from London's Comedy Store on opening night, enjoy live music from the team behind nearby still-closed venue The Forum, or enjoy an ABBA tribute night - and that's just the first week.
Assembly Hall Theatre, from 17 October.
Where's Wally at The Historic Dockyard Chatham
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It's slim pickings for half term entertainment compared to most years, but the Historic Dockyard Chatham has the kids covered with a Where's Wally search.
As you wander around the site, look out for 10 versions of the chap in the stripy jumper. Spell out the letters he's holding to make a spooky phrase. Each child receives a prize at the end.
Where's Wally at The Historic Dockyard Chatham. 24 October-1 November 2020.
Another Time, Turner Contemporary, Margate
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The Turner Contemporary Gallery in Margate is closed until next year, but you can still ogle Antony Gormley's latest artwork for free until November. Another Time features 100 iron human figures, visible at certain times of day around low tide on the beach and in the sea around the museum.
Another Time by Antony Gormley, until 1 November.
Pumpkin picking in Kent for Halloween
Keep an eye out for our guide to pumpkin picking in Kent, coming soon...
Book ahead for...
- Cream tea at Tonbridge Castle on 1 November. We went to the inaugural event in August and it was an absolute treat - and a bargain price. The September date sold out way in advance, so book now for November.
- We've heard a rumour that the ice rink will be back in Calverley Grounds, Tunbridge Wells, this Christmas. No further details yet, but keep an eye out.
Know anything we've missed? Get in touch on heavenkentsite@gmail.com. We can't promise to include everything we are sent, but the team will take a look.
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