insideKENT Magazine Issue 23 - February 2014 | Page 26

EVENTS KentEvents Valentine's Dinner in the Castle // 14 Feb Brendan Cole: Licence to Thrill // 5 Feb Book up and spend a romantic Valentine’s night with your loved one at Leeds Castle, 'the loveliest castle in the world'. On arrival, guests will celebrate with an intimate Champagne drinks reception, followed by a guided tour of the castle and later, a delicious three-course candlelit dinner with wine. After, guests can retire from the banqueting hall to relax in the castle's opulent drawing rooms with coffee and chocolates. A pianist will also be on hand for romantic entertainment. Want to make a night of it? Why not stay overnight in one of the magnificent castle bedrooms and enjoy a full Following on from his debut theatre tour, Live and Unjudged, Brendan Cole is once again set to dazzle audiences across the UK with new show, Licence to Thrill. Join him and his cast of 20 musicians and dancers as they take you on a journey of music and dance in this spectacular night of theatre entertainment. 7.30pm. Price: £28.90-£36.40 Leas Cliff Hall, The Leas, Folkestone CT20 2DZ www.leascliffhall.co.uk / 01303 228600 The Wedding Fair, Bluewater // 7-9 Feb English breakfast in the morning too. Evening Price: £199 per couple. Accommodation: From £245 per room. Residential guests arrive from 2pm. Non-residential guests arrive at 7pm for dinner to be served at 8pm. Leeds Castle, Maidstone ME17 1PL www.leeds-castle.com / 01622 767855 With over 150 of the South East's best suppliers and experts under Glow Bluewater's roof, there will be plenty of creativity, imagination and excitement to make your dream wedding a reality. Be inspired by the features programme packed with practical tips and ideas and enjoy live catwalk shows, a Champagne bar and more. Preview 7 Feb, 58.30pm & Full Day 8-9 Feb, 10am-5pm. Price: In advance, Adult £10, VIP £20, Children 5-15yrs £5, Under 4s go free. On the door, Adults £12, VIP £24. Group rates available. Glow, Bluewater Pkwy, Dartford, Greenhithe DA9 9ST www.theweddingfairs.com/bluewater Kids Karting at Buckmore Park Dreamboats and Petticoats // 10-15 Feb For fun that is fast and furious, you cannot beat karting! And to experience the thrill of real outdoor karting, why not head for Chatham's award-winning Buckmore Park International Floodlit Outdoor Kart Circuit this half term? The very same spot at which British World Champions Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button learnt their karting skills, it's an unforgettable day out. Buckmore Park offers exclusive kid’s karting parties for ages 4-16, with either 30 minutes or one hour available for up to 12 drivers. Parties can also incorporate a celebration meal and combine their day with laser warfare games, which can be enjoyed in the park's woodlands for ages 8-16. In addition, the circuit is organising Turn Up ‘n’ Drive karting days between 18-21 February for ages 4-16. During the same half term week, Turn Up 'n' Drive sessions are available on selected days for ages 4-11. Mon-Fri 8am-10pm; Sat 8am-9pm & Sun 10am-8pm. Price: From £15 per session (ages 4-7). Buckmore Park, Maidstone Road, Chatham ME5 9QG www.buckmore4kids.co.uk / 01634 661618 Inspired by the seven smash hit multi-million selling albums of the same name, the West End sell out sensation Dreamboats and Petticoats returns for another hit-packed UK tour in 2014. Featuring some of the greatest hit songs of the rock ‘n’ roll era, this whirl round the jukebox of one of the most dynamic musical decades continues to delight and entertain audiences around the country. 7.30pm. 13 & 15 Feb, additional 2.30pm matinee. Price: £15-£29.50 Churchill Theatre, High St, Bromley BR1 1HA www.atgtickets.com/venues/the-churchill-theatre-bromley / 0844 8717620 26