There are a couple of musical events to look forward to at the weekend – a festival and live concert for young children, as well as a theatre production of Monstersaurus – full of thrills, spills, magic and mayhem. Plus, some fun with nature at Grosvenor & Hilbert Park and more!
♥ On Saturday 28th September from 10am-1pm you can join in the fun of making and decorating bird, bat and bug boxes at the lovely Grosvenor & Hilbert Park. Just drop into The Hub where everything is provided, for a suggested donation of £3 each.
♥ Primary school children can enjoy a live concert especially for them at St Albans Church, Frant on Saturday 28th September at 2pm. Sing along to music from the likes of Disney films, Ed Sheeran, The Greatest Showman and many more favourites! Adult tickets are £5 on the door to include two children, extra children £2 each. Reserve seats by emailing Louise at lundril@gmail.com.
♥ Beechwood is a co-educational day and boarding school offering learning from Pre-Prep to Sixth Form, with a strong a family ethos that allows pupils to flourish and be equipped for life. Discover more about school life on Saturday 28th September at the open morning from 9.30am – 12.30pm. The Head will give a talk at 11am and families will be taken on individual tours of the school and grounds.
♥ Another fab drop-in event at Grosvenor & Hilbert Park, this time on the fascinating subject of the night-time creatures, moths. Moth Blitz will be meeting at The Hub from 11am-1pm also on Saturday, where you can learn about moths found overnight in the park (suitable for all ages).
♥ Brambletye Nursery, Pre-Prep and Prep is open for visits on Saturday 28th September, based in the heart of Sussex. The school’s pupils leave as confident, happy and well-adjusted young people, with a love of learning. Explore the beautiful outdoor sports facilities, including a new all-weather pitch, brand new art department and library.
♥ Pop along to Speldhurst Village Hall Macmillan Coffee Morning on Saturday from 9am-Midday, hosted by a newly formed group, the Quirky Quilters. This coffee morning with a twist, will be displaying handmade quilts, running sewing demonstrations, selling handicrafts, bric-a-brac and books – all for a really great cause!
♥ Mum2Mum Markets are back with two pop-ups this weekend, in Crowborough Community Centre on Saturday from 2-4pm (stalls still available) and Tonbridge Angel Centre from 10am-12pm on Sunday. These award-winning sales are a fantastic way to buy or sell quality pre-loved baby and children’s clothes, toys and equipment from other parents. Entry £2.
♥ Have you been to the Tunbridge Wells Independent Farmer’s Market at the Market Square at the Camden Centre? It’s there every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month until 3pm and you can pick up a really great selection of fresh, local produce.
♥ From the creators of Aliens Love Underpants, Monstersuaraus follows a young inventor who finds himself creating a whole world of whacky inventions and incredible monsters – but not knowing what to do with them!? The story is being brought to life in a show full of thrills, spills, magic and mayhem at E.M Forster Theatre, Tonbridge on Sunday 19th September at 11.30am and 2pm. Tickets are £12 and it’s one for the whole family, from age 3+.
♥ The Tunbridge Wells Festival of Hope will be fundraising for Syrian refugees, at The Forum on Sunday 29th September. Lots of great local acts are booked to provide live music, plus enjoy hot and cold food including homemade cake and lamb/halloumi burgers, poetry, children’s activities and raffle.
Here’s a round-up of several blog posts which you may find useful too:
♥ 50+ family days out in Kent & East Sussex – read the full post HERE.
♥ 50 things to do for FREE in Kent & East Sussex – read the full post HERE.
♥ 50 things to do in Kent when it’s raining – read the full post HERE.
♥ 6 of the best beaches in Kent and East Sussex for families – read the full post HERE.
♥ Top places for soft play in Kent – near Tunbridge Wells – read the full post HERE.
♥ 9 of our favourite family walks in Kent and East Sussex – read the full post HERE.
♥ 9 of the best family bikes rides in Kent and East Sussex – read the full post HERE.
And don’t forget to check out the EVENTS CALENDAR for lots of exciting events coming up between now and Christmas!
