Events in Kent this weekend - Saturday, April 6 and Sunday, April 7
It's the first weekend of the school holidays and the start of the Easter break for many.
There are plenty of events happening across the county over the coming fortnight and you can learn more about those here.
But first, seven things to see this weekend here:
Lullingstone Castle, Eynsford
Saturday, April and Sunday, April 7
The castle, which is home to the World Garden created by Tom Hart-Dyke, has now reopened for the season. This is the first weekend of the year that the castle has opened and plenty of family fun is promised. To learn more about a visit to the castle head to lullingstonecastle.co.uk
Heritage Transport Show, Kent County Showground, Detling
Saturday, April 6
Are your little ones always talking about tractors? Do they go bonkers for buses? More than 900 vintage vehicles will be on display at the Kent Showground this weekend at The Heritage Transport Show which is set to be bigger than ever before. The collection will include classic cars, commercial and military vehicles, steam engines, motorcycles, tractors, buses and coaches and is set to be a perfect day out for families.
The gates open at 10am and tickets, priced from £8 for adults, can be bought online. Learn more here.
Dino Live, Tunbridge Wells
From Saturday, April 6
The much-anticipated Dino Live arrives at Royal Victoria Place this weekend. Opening for the first time on Saturday, the animatronic dinosaurs will be at the shopping centre for the duration of the school holidays and over the Easter bank holiday. To learn more please click here.
Horrid Henry pop-up, Bluewater
Saturday, April 6
To celebrate 25 years of Horrid Henry, a fiendishly fun pop-up at Bluewater is happening this Saturday.
Kids (and adults!) can pose with Horrid Henry and Perfect Peter and have their photo taken as well as enjoying some events at the activity tables. There are prizes up for grabs and signed copies of the new book Horrid Henry: Up, Up and Away will also be on sale at Bluewater Waterstones. To learn more about the event please click here.
Family Easter Crafts, Temple Manor, Strood
Saturday, April 6 onwards
Join a family craft activity at Temple Manor to make a foil Easter egg. Children must be accompanied by an adult to take part but the event costs just 80p per child and admission is free.
The event takes place between 11am and 4pm. Learn more here.
The Boy and the Mermaid
Sunday, April 7
On the farthest edge of a wind-battered rock there sits a small fishing town. Here The Boy lives with his Grandma forbidden from venturing beyond the shore, but the tall tales told of monsters in the deep only whet his appetite! Paper Balloon Theatre company is bringing its exciting, original storytelling theatre to young audiences at the EM Forster Theatre this Sunday. Join three shanty-singing fishermen as they weave a fishy tale of musical merfolk, menacing monsters and spectacularly bad town planning.
Featuring original songs fused with traditional sea shanties, and based on a story by Alex Kanefsky, The Boy and The Mermaid is a fun, quirky and gripping tale. With live music, puppetry, a rapping octopus and a shifting set full of surprises – this enchanting tale is fun for all the family. The show is suitable for ages five and over and tickets are £10. www.emftheatre.com
Target Archery, Betteshanger Country Park, Deal
Sunday, April 7
Try your hand at archery with these taster sessions running from 9.30am until 3.45pm. The cost is £8 and a GB Archery qualified instructor will guide you through the best techniques to shoot with accuracy.
Each session lasts 45 minutes and online bookings close at 8am on the morning of the event. Alternatively those looking for tickets on the day should inquire about availability at Cycle Hire after arriving at the park. To learn more click here.
- To stay up-to-date with all the latest activities happening throughout the Easter break or to share with us family events you know are happening or are involved with please join our new My Kent Family facebook group.
