insideKENT Magazine Issue 27 - June 2014 | Page 49

EVENTS

SEOS – South East Open Studios // 6-22 June

Blooming Gardens // 7 - 8 June
Take a step through the garden gate as Walmer’s garden comes to life for
the summer. With something for kids and keen gardeners alike, this weekend
explores the
wonders of
the Great
British
garden. In
connection
with the
2014
Chelsea
Fringe, come
and see
Walmer’s
gardens and
take part in
the garden
talks and
tours from
our experts, plus enjoy great food, giant garden games, kids’ plant potting
and more.
10.00am - 5.00pm. Price: English Heritage Members Free, Non
Member Adult £7.90, Concession £7.10, Child £4.70 & Family £20.50.
Entry to event includes entry to Castle and Gardens.
English Heritage Walmer Castle & Gardens, Kingsdown Road,
Deal CT14 7LJ
www.english-heritage.org.uk / 0870 333 1181

This annual June event sees artists and craftspeople from across South
East England open their doors to the public. This is a unique opportunity
to meet, talk to and see them at work. A wide range of work will be on
show from traditional oil and watercolours to ceramics, textiles and fine
metalwork. This event is on for the majority of June and is an exciting and
creative adventure, perfect for a couple of days out for all the family, friends
and relatives.
Free Admission.
www.seos-art.org

The Magic of Motown // 12 June

Jessabelles Summertime Charity Ball // 7 June

Celebrating 50 years of UK No.1 hits, this all-new, all-star 2014 spectacular
stars more No.1s than ever before. Live on stage, the music of the
Temptations, Supremes, Four Tops, Jackson 5, Isley Brothers, Stevie
Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Lionel Richie and more marks the
anniversary or the arrival of Motown’s style, sophistication and musical
brilliance to the UK. Direct from the States, this classic production authentically
revives the fabulous dance moves, glittering costumes and superb, driving
musicianship made famous by Motown in spectacular style.
7:30pm. Price: £23.50 - £27.50
The Orchard Theatre, Home Gardens, Dartford DA1 1ED
www.orchardtheatre.co.uk/online / 01322 220000

Don’t miss out on this fantastic black tie event. An evening of guest speakers
with a 3-course meal. Complete with live entertainment, raffles, auctions,
live entertainment, a disco and stalls. Held in honour of HoopUK (Helping
Overcome Obesity Problems).
7.00pm - 1.00am. Ball Pass £45 inc free raffle draw or book at table
of 8 £320.00.
Mercure Great Danes Hall, Ashford Road, Hollingbourne,
Maidstone ME17 1RE
www.eventbrite.co.uk

Folkestone Airshow // 7-8 June

A Dog’s Life at
Leeds Castle // 13
June - 2 Nov
Visit the new Exhibition
Centre for ‘A Dog’s Life
at Leeds Castle’.
Discover the highlights of
the famous Dog Collar
Collection and hear the
story of the last private
owner of Leeds Castle
Lady Baillie and her
pampered pets.
10:00am - 4:00pm.
Price: Day ticket
(including castle and
grounds) Adult - £19.00,
Concessions - £16.00 &
Children - £11.00 (under