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February 2020
Mums & Tots
Enjoy playtime, crafts & catch up for a chat! Parents/carers bring your toddlers.
Find out more »Wildlife in Winter in Northern Japan
All welcome for a talk ‘Wildlife in Winter in Northern Japan’ by Paul Hale. From Japanese Cranes and Stellars Sea Eagles to Japanese Macaques bathing in hot springs, and also a look at Japanese culture.
Find out more »Luddesdown – lovely and lonely: the story of Gravesham’s most isolated parish
Luddedown – lovely and lonely: the story of Gravesham’s most isolated parish (Illustrated talk with supper) Speaker: Christoph Bull On: Monday 24th February 2020 At: Reliance Restaurant, Queen Street, Gravesend Begins: 6pm for fish & chip supper with talk to follow. Price: £15 includes both supper and talk. Payment needed before evening as seats that are unpaid are sold on Booking essential as places are limited – Reliance Restaurant 01474 533593
Find out more »Tea Dance
All welcome to Tea Dance, sequence dancing at St George’s Church Hall. Very friendly, good fun and great exercise. Couples or singles (adults only). Beginners or experienced – all very welcome. For more info: 01474 320792 or 07913230119
Find out more »Seabirds of the British Isles
Join Brian Gallop for a talk about ‘Seabirds of the British Isles’. With miles of coast around Britain, sea birds are found everywhere, attracted to our cliffs and islands to breed and feed. Outdoor meetings are free. bring binoculars and a packed lunch. Indoor meetings: admission including refreshments £4.00 for group members and £5 for non-members unless they decide to join the group in which case the first meeting will be free.
Find out more »Song & Story Time with Eastgate Church
Come and meet other families and have fun, for under 5s and carers.
Find out more »The History Cafe – The History of Gravesend Airport
The History Cafe is an opportunity to learn more about the Borough, meet like minded people and enjoy a nice hot drink. Come and join us for a free monthly presentation by a local historian on a range of subjects relating to Gravesend and surrounding area. John Tate presents a snapshot of Gravesend Airport from 1932 - 1958.
Find out more »Spirit Cafe
Come along to the Spirit Cafe, A Place of Encounter for Spiritual Readings, Peace Treatments, Physical Healings, Dream Interpretations and Spiritual Cleansings. Appointments open for walk-ins on the day and will be booked on a first come, first serve basis. All appointments are free of charge.
Find out more »Gravesend & District Stamp Club – Channel Islands
Do you collect stamps, postal history etc? Why not join the Stamp Club. The meetings are held on Fridays at 8pm and the subscription is only £10 a year.
Find out more »Saturday Market Buy Local…Buy Fresh
Come along to buy fresh locally sourced produce from Gravesend Borough Market.
Find out more »Vintage Hornby trains Exhibition
All welcome to the very popular Vintage Hornby Trains Exhibition at St George’s Church Hall. Plus Trade Stalls. Adults: £3.50 Children: £2 (free if under 5) Family ticket: £8.00 Hot refreshments available. More info: 07879 651090
Find out more »March 2020
Handmade Fair
Come along to the Handmade Fair with dozens of local crafters under one roof, exhibiting an eclectic mix of hand crafted wares and taste bud tempting treats.
Find out more »Mums & Tots
Enjoy playtime, crafts & catch up for a chat! Parents/carers bring your toddlers.
Find out more »Luddesdown – Gravesham’s most remote parish
Join local historian Christoph Bull for an illustrated talk about Luddesdown. Starts at 6pm for supper, talk to follow. Booking essential: Reliance Restaurant 01474 533593
Find out more »See Me: Artists not Outsiders
Come along to The Blake Gallery for a group exhibition by artists supported by The National Autistic Society. Monday to Saturday: 9am - 8pm Sundays: 10am - 2pm.
Find out more »Tea Dance
All welcome to Tea Dance, sequence dancing at St George’s Church Hall. Very friendly, good fun and great exercise. Couples or singles (adults only). Beginners or experienced – all very welcome. For more info: 01474 320792 or 07913230119
Find out more »Song & Story Time with Eastgate Church
Come and meet other families and have fun, for under 5s and carers.
Find out more »Spirit Cafe
Come along to the Spirit Cafe, A Place of Encounter for Spiritual Readings, Peace Treatments, Physical Healings, Dream Interpretations and Spiritual Cleansings. Appointments open for walk-ins on the day and will be booked on a first come, first serve basis. All appointments are free of charge.
Find out more »Saturday Market Buy Local…Buy Fresh…
Come along to buy fresh locally sourced produce from Gravesend Borough Market.
Find out more »Simply Sew
Come along to an open workshop of basic stitching/fabric workshop. Suitable for all ages over 5 years old.
Find out more »Commonwealth Day Flag Raising
All welcome for the raising of 6 Commonwealth Flags to celebrate #Commonwealth Day.
Find out more »Mums & Tots
Enjoy playtime, crafts & catch up for a chat! Parents/carers bring your toddlers.
Find out more »Archaeological Notification Areas and current Palaeolithic work in Gravesend area
North west Kent is blessed as a key area for the British Palaeolithic. The Dartford/Swanscombe area in particular has many nationally important sites, such as Barnfield Pit the HS1 Ebbsfleet elephant, the Dartford Neanderthal site and the baker’s Hole Levallois site. dr Francis Wenban-Smith of the University of Southampton will review some of his work in this area, and current initiatives to identify areas of greater Palaeolithic potential here and across Kent more widely. No need to book. For more…
Find out more »Tea Dance
All welcome to Tea Dance, sequence dancing at St George’s Church Hall. Very friendly, good fun and great exercise. Couples or singles (adults only). Beginners or experienced – all very welcome. For more info: 01474 320792 or 07913230119
Find out more »Song & Story Time with Eastgate Church
Come and meet other families and have fun, for under 5s and carers.
Find out more »Going for RHS Chelsea Gold
Mig Kimpton - floral designer & winner of 13 RHS Chelsea medals- provides an interesting insight into exhibiting at the Chelsea Flower Show whilst demonstrating his floral art. These will be raffled during the evening. Mig says Chelsea is his favourite show.
Find out more »Who am I?
Composer and kora player, Tunde Jegede in collaboration with Japanese dance artist and Butoh practitioner, Yumino Seki bring a personal reflection and cultural expression that transcends boundaries. Together with live performance and visual artist, Sunara Begum they will perform new music and dance devised especially for this show drawn from their seminal pieces, ‘Gekka’ and ‘Eri’. WHO AM I? is an exploration of the body as memory and the intrinsic landscape of music. Concessions: £10 More info: 07788 413 664
Find out more »Orangutans in Borneo and Sumatre
Join Alison Bristo as she shares stories and experiences gained in voluntary work with Orangutans for the Sumatran Orangutan Society. Alison will also describe the personal journey that led her to Borneo.
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 »The Fascinating and Secret Life of the Mole
Chris Stewart a professional mole catcher he will entertain us with a humorous but factual talk on the life of the mole, and the history of mole trapping. Chris is a regular guest on BBC radio Kent Sunday Gardening. There is a raffle to help club funds, bring a bloom and join in with the free just for fun best bloom competition. (Small prize) No need to book, free local parking. The years membership is only £15, hall meetings are…
Find out more »Gravesend and District Stamp Club – Annual General Meeting
Do you collect stamps, postal history etc? Why not join the Stamp Club. The meetings are held on Fridays at 8pm and the subscription is only £10 a year.
Find out more »Saturday Market Buy Fresh…Buy Local
Come along to buy fresh locally sourced produce from Gravesend Borough Market.
Find out more »The Bang Up!
Interactive show of Rudest, Sweariest poems in the English language with poet James McKay.
Find out more »Mayor of Gravesham’s Charity and Civic Quiz with supper
Mayor of Gravesham’s Charity and Civic Quiz with supper His Worship, the Mayor of Gravesham, Councillor Gurdip Bungar, invites you to meet him and have an evening of local knowledge fun. Quizmaster: Christoph Bull (the quiz is about Gravesham, its history etc.) On: Monday 16th March 2020 At: Reliance Restaurant, Queen Street, Gravesend Begins: 7pm Cost: £20 for meal and quiz (drinks not included) Booking essential: Reliance Restaurant 01474 533593
Find out more »Tea Dance
All welcome to Tea Dance, sequence dancing at St George’s Church Hall. Very friendly, good fun and great exercise. Couples or singles (adults only). Beginners or experienced – all very welcome. For more info: 01474 320792 or 07913230119
Find out more »Chaucer’s Medieval Pilgrims
A welcome return from Martin Crowther who so entertained us in November 2018. With his usual humorous approach, he gives a ‘warts and all’ account of the pilgrimage to Canterbury, based on the latest historical evidence. Free entry for members - visitors are always welcome (£4.50 per talk - this includes tea/coffee and biscuits).
Find out more »Saturday Market Buy Fresh…Buy Local…
Come along to buy fresh locally sourced produce from Gravesend Borough Market.
Find out more »Saturday Market Buy Local…Buy Fresh…
Come along to buy fresh locally sourced produce from Gravesend Borough Market.
Find out more »April 2020
Step Up For Ellenor
Step Up for ellenor is a virtual challenge to help you can stay active, healthy and best of all, support your local hospice! You can take on this challenge either in your own home or outdoors* Your Challenge: Take 10,000 steps every day or 300,000 steps across the month of April. How do I count my steps? Keeping on top of your steps using a smartphone or a fitness tracker (such as Fitbit or Garmin) is by far the easiest way to…
Find out more »July 2020
Cobham Wood & 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. Please note: The wood pasture will remain open but the Mausoleum and South Lodge Farm will remain closed until further notice.
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