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March 2019
Cold War Bunker Tours
Gravesend's Cold War bunker is located within Woodlands park and was originally known as Civil Defence Region 6. The bunker was an underground command post, built in 1954, from which Gravesend's rescue and emergency services were to be co-ordinated in the event of a nuclear attack. Its 13 rooms contained power and ventilation plant, communications areas for the command staff and various dormitories. Refurbished and re-equipped to look as it was in the 1950s, the bunker gives the visitor the…
Find out more »David Starkey: Henry VIII
David Starkey: Henry VIII. In this talk David Starkey draws on his own unique knowledge of Henry’s reign
Find out more »Jimmy Carr- Work in Progress
Friday 22 MARCH 2019 Woodville Auditorium, Gravesend Jimmy Carr – Work In Progress Jimmy drops in to The Woodville to try out some brand-new jokes for his upcoming tour. Parental Guidance: 16+ Maximum of 10 tickets per order. Book via woodville.seatlive.com, Tickets cost: £21.50
Find out more »Images Photography Exhibition
Come along to the Images Photography Exhibition where 11 local photographers will be displaying their work. Prints - Mounts - Frames available to view and buy!
Find out more »If Statues Could Talk
Gravesham Borough CouncilA new one-hour guided tour about of one the town’s famous landmark and a trail of iconic statues. The Gravesham Accredited Tour guides will take you on a journey, from the historic Gravesend Borough Market and it’s rich history to the different iconic statues through the town. From Queen Victoria, to Native American Indian Pocahontas, to Squadron Leader Mohinder Singh Pujji, to our present monarch Queen Elizabeth II, this Statues’ trail will give you some insight about the area’s…
Find out more »Tales and tasting in Swanscombe
Imagine a community who lived off the land, eating locally grown fresh fruit and vegetables with zero food miles. A place where you can buy delicious fresh homemade ice cream with your pocket money. A place with a factory which makes exotic drinks. Welcome to Swanscombe! Join us on a walk where you will get to eat history. Taste the flavours of the local produce and listen to stories of manufacturers, farmers and shop keepers who sold edible produce…
Find out more »The Marlowe Singers – Spring Concert
Join The Marlowe Singers for the Spring Concert of Classical Favourites. Tickets at the door £10 per person to include seasonal refreshments. Under 16s free.
Find out more »Bats in the Belfrey – Badgers in the Bypass
Join Martin Newcombe for a talk about ‘Bats in the Belfrey - Badgers in the Bypass’. What does a professional naturalist do all day. Is he paid to watch birds or is there more to it than that? A look at a new profession.
Find out more »Lauren’s Clown Club
Lauren’s Clown Club at Cafe 84 in Echo Square – Free entry. For all ages. All queries 01474 567291
Find out more »Acoustic Open Mic
Acoustic Open Mic at Cafe 84 in Echo Square – Free entry. A new open mic in Gravesend. All queries 01474 567291
Find out more »Song and Story Time and Craft Activity for under 5s
Eastgate Church will be located in the snug every Wednesday until further notice. They will be doing free craft activities. For any enquiries please call 01474 87 30 40.
Find out more »No 84 – Cafe Craft Collective
No 84 - Cafe Craft Collective The craft-a-long with tea and cake
Find out more »Cafe Craft Collective
Cafe Craft Collective at Cafe 84 in Echo Square – Free entry. The craft-a-long with tea and cake. All queries 01474 567291
Find out more »David Starkey: Henry VII
Thursday 28 MARCH 2019 Woodville Auditorium, Gravesend David Starkey: Henry VIII Henry VIII, like a colossus, bestrides the history of our country. He invented the idea of British uniqueness; in fact, the Reformation could be defined as the first Brexit, when his ministers devised the doctrine of parliamentary sovereignty. In this talk David Starkey draws on his unique knowledge of Henry’s reign to examine his tumultuous personal life, which pitted religion against politics as brutally as in our own age…
Find out more »Spirit Cafe
Drop in to the free Spirit Cafe, by the Queen Victoria statue, in Gravesend Borough Market. All welcome!
Find out more »Twilight Market – House and Home
An event well suited to find that unique piece to make your house a home. There will be some fantastic workshops and demonstrations including: - Macrame workshop - Chalk painting to upcycle furniture - Adult pottery painting and prosecco You will need to pre-book for all of these workshops, as places are limited please see the markets website for more information at: https://www.gravesendboroughmarket.co.uk/events/ There will be live entertainment, various stalls including Interiors, soft furnishings, candles, antique furniture and lots more.…
Find out more »Reverb Chamber
Reverb Chamber at Cafe 84 in Echo Square – Free entry. The Brexit Edition. All queries 01474 567291
Find out more »Pop Up History Exhibition
Come along to this interesting local event full of photo boards, displays, artefacts and a recently acquired model of Pitcher’s Dockyard, Northfleet. Local historians and authors will be available to ask questions, time to chat and a chance to buy publications.
Find out more »Celebrate William Shakespear Day
Everybody is welcome to help create a sculpture to celebrate William Shakespear Day. Drop in, have fun and get creative! Only £3.00 with free refreshments.
Find out more »Evening Quiz – Gravesham Town Twinning Association
All welcome to the Gravesham Town Twinning Association Evening Quiz. Please bring your own drinks and nibble. For more information please contact Jill Clucas 01474 873536
Find out more »April 2019
Song and Story Time and Craft Activity for under 5s
Eastgate Church will be located in the snug every Wednesday until further notice. They will be doing free craft activities. For any enquiries please call 01474 87 30 40.
Find out more »Spirit Cafe
Drop in to the free Spirit Cafe, by the Queen Victoria statue, in Gravesend Borough Market. All welcome!
Find out more »International Roma Day Concert
You are very welcome to the International Roma Day Concert at St George’s Church, Gravesend.
Find out more »Milton Chantry and New Tavern Fort
Milton Chantry has had many different uses and is one of a few surviving buildings of this type. It contains a number of well-preserved architectural features from the 14th to 19th centuries along with a variety of displays relating to the heritage of the Borough. Located close to the Thames, New Tavern Fort was designed to defend London against an enemy fleet. Experience life underground and follow in the steps of the Victorian artillery men. To fully experience these two sites,…
Find out more »International Roma Day Music Festival
You are invited to the International Roma Day Music Festival at Fort Gardens, Gravesend.
Find out more »Mrs Kapoor’s Daughter’s Wedding
In true Bollywood style, this show is packed with vibrant colours, eclectic music, singing, dancing, a fashion show and dhol players. The production, brings together over 30 cast and crew members, to deliver an exceptional theatrical experience for audiences of all ages. Matinee performance: 2.30pm Evening performance: 6.30pm For further information please visit: https://woodville.seatlive.com/mrs-kapoors-daughters-wedding/
Find out more »Inside Out
Jackie Byrne and Fiona Spirals are pleased to offer FREE ‘Creative Art’ Workshops for 2019. Feel free to bring lunch.
Find out more »Owletts
Family home of the renowned architect Sir Herbert Baker This Charles II house is an extraordinary example of a Kent country home. As you wander round the house, you will see the architectural influences of its most famous owner, architect Sir Herbert Baker. Chat to the friendly room guides and look out for some of the favourite features such as the oval stained glass window, the electrical empire clock and the 17th-century plaster ceiling. To keep the children entertained, don’t forget to pick…
Find out more »Cobham wood and Darnley Mausoleum
Visit the restored 18th century mausoleum, set in peaceful wood pasture. Discover this special site set within the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Covering 190 acres, Cobham Wood is one of the few ancient wood pastures still retaining open grassland and mature trees.
Find out more »World War 1 Poets
All welcome to the lecture with Bob and Fern Ogley. Years membership - £12.00, for meetings and the latest copy of Historic Gravesham. For more information please contact Sandra Soder - 01474 363998
Find out more »Long Tail Cider Talk
Chalk Village Gardeners invite you to a talk by Mark Warnett, ‘Long Tail Cider’ - the story so far. Find out about the cider making process and the Long Tail history. Long Tail cider are based in Higham. No need to book. Free tea and coffee, free parking and a regular bus service to Lion Garage and just a short walk. Raffle to help club funds.
Find out more »Vaisakhi Parade
Join the Gravesend Gurdwara as they hold its annual Sikh Festival Parade - Vaisakhi. Watch as a sea of colour winds its way through the streets of Gravesend.
Find out more »Milton Chantry and new Tavern Fort
Milton Chantry has had many different uses and is one of a few surviving buildings of this type. It contains a number of well-preserved architectural features from the 14th to 19th centuries along with a variety of displays relating to the heritage of the Borough. Located close to the Thames, New Tavern Fort was designed to defend London against an enemy fleet. Experience life underground and follow in the steps of the Victorian artillery men. To fully experience these two sites,…
Find out more »Gad’s Hill Place Tour
Visit the former home of Charles Dickens, Gad’s Hill Place – his ‘Little Kentish Freehold’. When he was a boy Charles Dickens and his father took a walk through Kent. On Gravesend Road they passed a house called Gad’s Hill Place. Young Charles was impressed and bought the house in 1856. In this house he wrote his last four Novels, including Great Expectations and A Tale of Two Cities. He lived there until his death in 1870. Gad’s Hill is…
Find out more »Spring Show and Plant Sale
You are very welcome to the Cobham Gardeners Spring Show. Entrance to view the adult and junior members entries in the various show categories (Flowers, Vegetables, Preserves & Photographic) during the afternoon is free to the general public. Also, there is a Plant Sale, experts on hand to answer your gardening questions and afternoon tea and cake on sale. You’ll be able to sign up for Society Membership on the day, it’s only £8 for the year.
Find out more »Vintage Fayre
Join us for a day filled with vintage and retro fashion, accessories, jewellery, homeware, food and live entertainment with Miss Vintage.
Find out more »Owletts
Family home of the renowned architect Sir Herbert Baker This Charles II house is an extraordinary example of a Kent country home. As you wander round the house, you will see the architectural influences of its most famous owner, architect Sir Herbert Baker. Chat to the friendly room guides and look out for some of the favourite features such as the oval stained glass window, the electrical empire clock and the 17th-century plaster ceiling. To keep the children entertained, don’t forget to pick up…
Find out more »Big Pet Event
A fabulous pet event is taking place at Gravesend Borough Market this April Half Term. There will be a market full of pet related stalls, you can take part in fun free activities and enjoy talks and advice from the animal experts. Includes: Pet Food, Pet Accessories, Pet Services, Expert Advice, Pet Health, Specialist Talks, Face Painting, Storytelling, Meet the Animals, Balloon Twisting, Vet School and lots more… Join the Big Pet Event Facebook page to find out all the…
Find out more »Cold War Bunker Tours
Gravesend's Cold War bunker is located within Woodlands park and was originally known as Civil Defence Region 6. The bunker was an underground command post, built in 1954, from which Gravesend's rescue and emergency services were to be co-ordinated in the event of a nuclear attack. Its 13 rooms contained power and ventilation plant, communications areas for the command staff and various dormitories. Refurbished and re-equipped to look as it was in the 1950s, the bunker gives the visitor the…
Find out more »Milton Chantry and New tavern Fort
Milton Chantry has had many different uses and is one of a few surviving buildings of this type. It contains a number of well-preserved architectural features from the 14th to 19th centuries along with a variety of displays relating to the heritage of the Borough. Located close to the Thames, New Tavern Fort was designed to defend London against an enemy fleet. Experience life underground and follow in the steps of the Victorian artillery men. To fully experience these two sites,…
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