insideKENT Magazine Issue 32 - November 2014 | Page 43

EVENTS variety show, and St Laurence Christmas Fair. The conveniently close surrounding villages also invite you to join in on their Christmas fun, which includes a festive event in Westgate-on-Sea. Don’t forget to bring a hearty appetite to the family carvery festive luncheon too, before laughing away to the fantastic Cinderella show in The Centre, Birchington. www.visitthanet.co.uk Tonbridge Christmas Festival // 23 Nov Tonbridge Christmas Festival brings an array of magical events to keep you and the family busy during this fun-filled day. At 2.30pm, begin with onstage entertainment on Tonbridge High Street, followed by a Christmas light switch on at 4pm. The entertainment continues before you and your loved ones can snuggle up with a mug of hot chocolate, whilst enjoying the glorious firework display at 6pm. More entertainment will begin by the Angel Centre, and events finish at 8pm. www.tmbc.gov.uk Christmas at Quex Park // 23 Nov – 20 Dec © Visit Kent Begin the festive celebrations this season by attending Quexmas, Quex Park's bright and magical Christmas craft fair that boasts over 70 stalls, selling a variety of crafts and gifts. Join Santa in the dining room of Quex house, enjoy a stroll throughout the museum, house, restaurants and marquees, and sing along to your favourite festive songs in the Quex Gardens. Alternatively, why not book a private Christmas party at Quex Barn, or enjoy a festive family carvery at the Powell-Cotton Museum? Let your children enjoy the festive party at Jungle Jims, as they relish the indoor play centre, a disco, entertaining party games, and a visit from Santa. Quexmas: 23 Nov, 10am-4pm. Price: £3 per adult, with accompanied children under 16 free. Christmas parties: Price: From £10 per person – book by calling 01843 846103 or emailing [email protected]. Festive Family Carvery: 7 Dec. Price: £16 for two courses, £21 for three courses, children under 12 cost £10, which includes a present from Santa. Pre-booking is advised. Children’s festive party: 20 Dec, 6.30pm-8.30pm. Price: £10 per person. For further information and bookings, call 01843 846305. www.quexpark.co.uk Rochester Christmas Market // 29 Nov – 14 Dec Visit the Rochester Christmas Market, whereby luxury and unique gift ideas sit alongside value goodies and stocking fillers. As if that's not enough, enjoy a range of tasty Christmas treats and even a visit from Santa. Open 29-30 Nov, 5-7 Dec & 12-14 Dec, 11am-7pm. www.visitmedway.org T WILIGHT MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS PAST THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS PAST 18/19/23 December (Evenings) 29 November – 14 December (WED-SUN) 15 December – 24 December (DAILY) Visit Father Christmas for an extra £11* Visit Father Christmas for an extra £11* Experience an illuminated w on d er l a n d Discover the origins of Christmas traditions FOR MOR E IN F OR MATION V ISIT FOR MORE I N FORM AT ION VI SI T he verc astl e.c o.u k/w hats on he verc astl e.c o.u k/w hats on Or c a l l – 01732 865224 Or call – 01732 865224 *Pre-booking is essential *Pre-booking is essential 43