EVENTS
Graeme of Thrones // 15 June
In this critically-acclaimed theatrical journey through the Seven Kingdoms , direct from sold-out shows in London ’ s West End and Australia , avid ‘ Thrones ’ fan Graeme just wants to recreate his favourite fantasy saga on stage – aided and abetted by his best friend Paul and the girl he used to fancy at school , Bryony . He doesn ’ t quite have the same budget as the TV show , or as many cast members , or the performance skill required , but he ’ s sure George RR Martin would approve – and that ’ s what matters . But when news reaches them that an influential theatrical producer is in the building , Graeme decides that this could be his big break – as long as nothing goes wrong ...
8pm . Price : £ 18 Assembly Hall Theatre , Crescent Road , Tunbridge Wells TN1 2LU www . assemblyhalltheatre . co . uk / 01892 530613
Pinocchio // 17 June
Join Ballet Theatre UK as they tell the tale of a wooden puppet carved from pine with just one wish … to become a real boy . Follow Pinocchio , the cheeky marionette puppet with an unruly nose , on his epic quest as he overcomes obstacles , faces consequences and even ends up in the belly of a whale yet proves to all that dreams really do come true . Set to a stunning classical score this original production will delight ballet audiences and families alike and promises to carve a new love for Pinocchio through the magic of classical dance .
7.30pm . Price : £ 16 Theatre Royal Margate , Addington Street , Margate CT9 1PW www . theatreroyalmargate . co . uk / 01843 292795
A Pocketful of Grimms // 18 June
Father ’ s Day Supercars // 19 June
Say thank you to dad this Father ’ s Day and spoil him with a memorable day out . In partnership with John Surtees and the Henry Surtees Foundation and supported by the Kent area group of the Ferrari Owners Club of Great Britain , Hever Castle presents a collection of Ferraris , classic motors and motorbikes . Sit in a Ferrari with dad and take a photo as a memory of your day ( suggested £ 2 per person donation applies ) or experience the world of motor sport at the track where Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button honed their skills in a kart simulator now owned by John Surtees (£ 2 donation to Henry Surtees Foundation ). Children can take part in a free craft workshop and let off steam in the in the adventure playground and water maze , while visitors of all ages enjoy exploring car club displays and the award-winning gardens .
From 10.30am . Price : £ 16.50 ( children 5-15 £ 9.30 ) Hever Castle , Hever , Edenbridge TN8 7NG www . hevercastle . co . uk / 01732 865224
Vintage Steam Train Ride // 19 June
Father ’ s Day is the perfect opportunity to relax with dad on board one of the Kent & East Sussex Railway ’ s vintage steam trains while taking in the beautiful scenery between Tenterden and Bodiam Stations . When booking there is a choice of either a delicious ploughman ’ s lunch or cream tea to be served at your reserved table on board the train . A surprise gift for dad is also included in the price . If you arrive early why not choose to have a hearty breakfast at the Station Refreshment Rooms before boarding your train at Tenterden Station ? Booking essential .
1.15pm or 3.35pm . Price : from £ 27.50 Tenterden Town Station , Station Road , Tenterden TN30 6HE www . kesr . org . uk / 01580 765155
Let the magical Storyteller whisk you away to a land of fables and wonder to explore some of the favourite fairy tales ever told . Featuring Hansel and Gretel , the original Beauty and the Beast , Rumpelstiltskin and more .
2.30pm . Price : £ 6 ( children £ 5 ) Quarterhouse , Mill Bay , Folkestone CT20 1BN www . quarterhouse . co . uk / 01303 760750
Hens & Gardens Show // 19 June
Great Comp Garden ’ s Hens & Gardens Show will showcase the best breeders and poultry in the county at its celebration of hen-keeping in the home garden . Among the exhibitors on the day is Lorri Depreli of Cheeky Chicken ’ s in Plaxtol who will be bringing her rarer , unusual birds such as Silkies , Polands and Thuringians . Surbiton Poultry will be bringing their pure breed , bantams and large fowls . The Kent Small Holders group will be onsite as will Nicola Smith with her Copper Black Marans and William Dyson with his Gold Laced Orpington ’ s and Light Sussex Bantams . A host of other exhibitors will be showcasing poultry housing and specialist art . Lunches and teas will be served in the Old Dairy Tearoom on site .
From 11am . Price : £ 8 ( children 6-17 £ 3 ) Great Comp Garden , Comp Lane , St Mary ' s Platt , Sevenoaks TN15 8QS www . greatcompgarden . co . uk / 01732 885094
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