Seven things to do with the children in Kent this weekend
We've got the weekend sorted with what's going on around the county.
There is everything you could think of from a family-friendly rave to meeting The Gruffalo.
Scroll down to see what is in store...
Big Fish Little Fish, Family rave
Saturday, September 23
The pirate-themed Big Fish Little Fish Family Rave in the Woods is back at Groombrdge with DJ Slipmatt from 2pm to 4pm. Young visitors can walk the planks and clamber over pirate boats and enjoy a world of music, dance, craft and fun for families. Dress up as a pirate or sea creature and throw some shapes in the open air to classic old skool, house, techno and drum ’n’ bass. There will also be craft tables and giant colouring murals. For details go to groombridgeplace.com
Fireside tales with Grandad, Dreamland
Sunday, September 24
The Margate attraction’s first festival of its kind stage Fireside Tales with Grandad, giving audiences the chance to cuddle up around the campfire as Grandad provides some captivating storytelling, suitable for ages four to 104. There’s a daring escape from a hungry shark, or tuck into a marshmallow or two as he tries to make a new set of underpants for a giant and watch as the shadows between the trees unravel a tale of greedy goblins, grumpy trolls and a very unusual princess. For details, go to dreamland.co.uk/events
How to be a kid, Part of the Roundabout Festival
Friday, September 22 to Sunday, September 24
Part of the Roundabout Festival, How to be a Kid features Molly, who cooks, does the dishes, gets her little brother Joe ready for school and is only 12, but doesn’t feel like a kid anymore. Now Molly’s Mum is feeling better, maybe things will get back to normal. Can you help her learn how to be a kid again? For ages seven and above. Visit theatreroyalmargate.com for details.
Days out with Thomas, Kent and Sussex Railway
All weekend
All aboard for a day out with the special blue locomotive. Head to the Kent & East Sussex Railway in Tenterden where e as they welcome Thomas for a day of family fun. A ticket for Day Out With Thomas includes the train ride with Thomas as well as a variety themed entertainment. There will also be the opportunity to meet The Fat Controller. For more details go to dayoutwiththomas.co.uk
Medway Sports, Kids club, Chatham Maritime
Saturday, September 23
Leave your children in the capable hands of our fully qualified instructors, just bring a change of clothes for them. Let the kids have fun safely out on the water between 10am and noon. They could go Kayaking, Canoeing, learn to sail, all depending on the instructors available that day. They could learn to build a raft. Let your kids get worn out for a couple of hours, and enjoy some time to yourself, get some shopping done, just relax away from the kids, whatever you want and know that your kids are in capable hands.
The Gruffalo, Kent Life
Sunday, September 24
He is the favourite character of children everywhere. Now he is going to be at Kent Life to meet some of his fans. There are plenty of other animals to see during your visit, including pigs, sheep, ducks, goats, alpacas and horses, all living in 28 acres of glorious countryside. Entry costs adults £9.95, children £7.95 (aged 3-15) and concessions £8.95.
Music @ Malling
Sunday, September 24
A chance for budding composers from across Kent to compose a piece mentored by leading composer, Simon Speare, and members of Chamber Domaine. Ten young musicians will write a piece in a day which will be performed and recorded in the wonderful setting of The Pilgrim Chapel at 4pm. This event is run in conjunction with Sound and Music – the national hub for new music.
