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September 2021
How To Grow Fuchsias – talk
Join medal winning fuchsia cultivationist, Nick Dobson for a talk about How To Grow Fuchsias. Entry is free to members and £3 for non members.
Find out more »Gravesend Sailing Club – Annual Open Event
Gravesend Sailing Club proudly present their annual open event with visiting sailing dinghies from across the UK. Saturday - sail upriver (if tides & wind allow) Sunday afternoon - racing from the sailing club With fantastic views from Gravesend Riverside leisure Area please show your support. To become a member and enjoy sailing, socials and so much more: Email-www.membership@gravesendsc.org.uk or phone -07506367699
Find out more »Table Top Sale
All welcome to the Table Top Sale at Christ Church, near Echo Square. There will be charity tables and private tables. To book a table - 01474 568365 or www.office@christchurchgravesend.com
Find out more »Milton Chantry & 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 »Luddesdowne Church Summer Opening
Come and see this beautiful rural church with its unique wall paintings.
Find out more »Guided tour of St George’s Church
Join local historian Christoph Bull for a guided tour of St George’s Church. Includes light refreshment afterwards. Booking essential - 01474 532505
Find out more »Autumn Show and Plant Sale
The Meadow Rooms will throw open their doors for Cobham Gardeners first show since 2019 - Autumn Show and Plant Sale. Enjoy adult and junior show entries, flowers, vegetables and photographic. Also plant sale, gardening questions, raffle, tea, coffee and homemade cakes on sale.
Find out more »An evening of popular classical and traditional music
Enjoy an evening of popular classical and traditional music with Mark Underwood playing flute and Margaret Watson on the harp. All proceeds to PHAB and Rotary supported charities. Tickets - adults £18, students £12, under 18s £6. Refreshments included. Tickets online or at the door. Enquiries - 07341 274689
Find out more »Gravesend Street Chilli Market
Chilli Fest UK return to Gravesend Borough Market bringing with them a selection of well known chilli producers from all over the UK. There will be a selection of chilli sauces, naga cooking sauces, chilli plants, chilli pastes, pickles, seeds, chilli dips and even chilli beer. Come along for lots of chilli to eat, drink, taste and buy!
Find out more »Miniature Steam Train Rides
WHATEVER THE WEATHER the miniature trains run. Come for a ride every Sunday from April to October, 2pm until 5pm, at the grounds of the Cascade Leisure Centre.50p a ride – FUN FOR ALL! Park in the main car park and the trains are just by the driving range. For more information please visit the GMMES Facebook page. Lots of fun for Children, Mums and Dads at our track in the grounds of Cascades Leisure Centre in Thong Lane Gravesend.
Find out more »Tea Dance – Sequence, Ballroom & Latin Dancing
Go along for a mixture of dancing to suit all dancers. Very friendly - good fun - great exercise. Couples or solo ladies & gentlemen - adults only. Beginner to experienced - all very welcome. More information and to book - 01474 320792 or 07913 230119
Find out more »The Forgotten Parish of Denton
Join local historian Christoph Bull for an illustrated talk about The Forgotten Parish of Denton with supper. Booking essential: Ship and Lobster 01474 324571 or shipandlobster@yahoo.com
Find out more »Gravesend and Northfleet Beer Trail
Gravesend was once a thriving hotbed of breweries and innovation. Thanks to the Experience Interreg Project, Gravesham Borough Council was able to develop this new "Beer Trail", hopefully the first of many Food and Drink trails in the area . Your tour will start in Northfleet at the Iron Pier Brewery, Gravesend's first commercial brewery in over 80 years, creating impeccable cask and exciting keg beers. Go behind the scenes with their experienced guide who will take you through a…
Find out more »Mediterranean Birds
Mediterranean Birds by John Buckingham John has spent 40 years travelling the Mediterranean coast and islands of Southern Europe. Tonight you can enjoy some of the stunning and colourful birds plus flowers and butterflies that he had seen. Events may be cancelled due to Government/RSPB guidance/restrictions in force at the time. Please check the website for the latest information.
Find out more »The Tidal Thames
Join Mark Lewis for a talk about The Tidal Thames. Mark explores the rich tradition of lore and legend in the tidal reaches of London’s river including pagan gods, riverside taverns, ghosts, ceremonials, frost fairs, tales of smuggling and pirates. Includes light refreshments
Find out more »Milton Chantry & 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 »Heritage Open Days – Out Beyond Her Shore
As part of Heritage Open Days 2021 explore the decks in person, or immerse yourself into a theatrical journey through the ship via virtual reality headsets, and enjoy live performances of music, poetry and puppetry on the quayside band stand...
Find out more »Hero & Leander
Sing, dance and cry in this bittersweet outdoor gig theatre show. Six multi instrumentalist tell an epic seaside tale through songs encompassing folk, indie, sea shanties and choral music. A story of bad rulers, worse weather and how we keep going when everything is flipping terrible.
Find out more »Gravesend Railway & Diecast Fair 2021
Come along to the Gravesend Railway & Diecast Fair 2021
Find out more »Higham Harvest – National Heritage Open Day
St Mary’s Church is taking part in the National Heritage Open Day on Sunday 19th September. The main theme of this years national event is ‘Edible England‘. So as well as visiting this lovely church why not come to this free event and hear about farming in Higham in the past and present, and find out what the medieval nuns in Higham grew and ate and how they entertained! Also hear from experts about farms and crops and sample some…
Find out more »Miniature Steam Train Rides
WHATEVER THE WEATHER the miniature trains run. Come for a ride every Sunday from April to October, 2pm until 5pm, at the grounds of the Cascade Leisure Centre.50p a ride – FUN FOR ALL! Park in the main car park and the trains are just by the driving range. For more information please visit the GMMES Facebook page. Lots of fun for Children, Mums and Dads at our track in the grounds of Cascades Leisure Centre in Thong Lane Gravesend.
Find out more »Tea Dance – Sequence, Ballroom & Latin Dancing
Go along for a mixture of dancing to suit all dancers. Very friendly - good fun - great exercise. Couples or solo ladies & gentlemen - adults only. Beginner to experienced - all very welcome. More information and to book - 01474 320792 or 07913 230119
Find out more »Gravesend Art Group Annual Exhibition
Art and Flowers - in addition to the latest works of art there will be beautiful floral displays in the church, greetings cards and postcards on sale. So much to see - all are welcome
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 1940’s Hope & Glory Weekend – Gravesend’s Wartime Weekend
The 1940's Hope & Glory Show is back in Fort Gardens🎙 Not long until the amazing Gravesend Wartime Weekend with stalls, vehicles, entertainment, dancing and refreshments! 💃🏽🕺🏾 🚙 ☕ Entry - £3 per person 🎟 Under 13's - free Great fun for all the family! Timings for our entertainmen on the Bandstand are as listed below. Saturday 25th September 2021 10:30hrs Jivin Jim Dandy 12:00hrs Adam Hoffman 12:30hrs Kitten Von Mew 13:00hrs Jivin Jim Dandy 13:30hrs Cockney Nights (Gary Taylor) 14:15hrs Adam Hoffman 14:45hrs…
Find out more »Table Top Sale
All welcome to a Table Top Sale in aid of Church Funds. Tea and bacon rolls available. For information or to arrange a table please ring Elaine 01474 822293 or Ted 822239
Find out more »Milton Chantry & 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 »Gravesend Vegan Market
All welcome to the Gravesend Vegan Market. Featuring artisan bakers, craft brewers, ethical jewellers, small batch soapers, sustainable chandlers, local artists, zero-waste champions, environmental charities and much more!
Find out more »Miniature Steam Train Rides
WHATEVER THE WEATHER the miniature trains run. Come for a ride every Sunday from April to October, 2pm until 5pm, at the grounds of the Cascade Leisure Centre.50p a ride – FUN FOR ALL! Park in the main car park and the trains are just by the driving range. For more information please visit the GMMES Facebook page. Lots of fun for Children, Mums and Dads at our track in the grounds of Cascades Leisure Centre in Thong Lane Gravesend.
Find out more »Tea Dance – Sequence, Ballroom & Latin Dancing
Go along for a mixture of dancing to suit all dancers. Very friendly - good fun - great exercise. Couples or solo ladies & gentlemen - adults only. Beginner to experienced - all very welcome. More information and to book - 01474 320792 or 07913 230119
Find out more »Gravesend Library – public, periodicals & pillocks
Join local historian Christoph Bull and discover the wonderful stories behind Gravesend’s great Carnegie library - a tale of personalities - many of whom Christoph knew personally. Starts at 6pm - talk to follow. Price includes talk and award winning fish and chips. To book: 01474 533593
Find out more »October 2021
Gravesend Street Chilli Market
Chilli Fest UK return to Gravesend Borough Market bringing with them a selection of well known chilli producers from all over the UK. There will be a selection of chilli sauces, naga cooking sauces, chilli plants, chilli pastes, pickles, seeds, chilli dips and even chilli beer. Come along for lots of chilli to eat, drink, taste and buy!
Find out more »Miniature Steam Train Rides
WHATEVER THE WEATHER the miniature trains run. Come for a ride every Sunday from April to October, 2pm until 5pm, at the grounds of the Cascade Leisure Centre.50p a ride – FUN FOR ALL! Park in the main car park and the trains are just by the driving range. For more information please visit the GMMES Facebook page. Lots of fun for Children, Mums and Dads at our track in the grounds of Cascades Leisure Centre in Thong Lane Gravesend.
Find out more »Dancing – Sequence, Ballroom & Latin Dancing
Go along for a mixture of dancing to suit all dancers. Very friendly - good fun - great exercise. Couples or solo ladies & gentlemen - adults only. Beginner to experiences - all very welcome. More information and to pre book - 01474 320792 or 07913 230119
Find out more »Miniature Steam Train Rides
WHATEVER THE WEATHER the miniature trains run. Come for a ride every Sunday from April to October, 2pm until 5pm, at the grounds of the Cascade Leisure Centre.50p a ride – FUN FOR ALL! Park in the main car park and the trains are just by the driving range. For more information please visit the GMMES Facebook page. Lots of fun for Children, Mums and Dads at our track in the grounds of Cascades Leisure Centre in Thong Lane Gravesend.
Find out more »Dancing – Sequence, Ballroom & Latin Dancing
Go along for a mixture of dancing to suit all dancers. Very friendly - good fun - great exercise. Couples or solo ladies & gentlemen - adults only. Beginner to experiences - all very welcome. More information and to pre book - 01474 320792 or 07913 230119
Find out more »Herbs for every use
Man for years has used herbs for healing in cooking and dyeing yarns and fabrics. Plants have been used in a myriad of ways to improve our lives, many thought to have religious significance or even magical powers. It’s not just about dock leaves for nettle stings or putting mint in your potatoes. Come along and learn from Susan Scrivens some interesting things about herbs.
Find out more »Miniature Steam Train Rides
WHATEVER THE WEATHER the miniature trains run. Come for a ride every Sunday from April to October, 2pm until 5pm, at the grounds of the Cascade Leisure Centre.50p a ride – FUN FOR ALL! Park in the main car park and the trains are just by the driving range. For more information please visit the GMMES Facebook page. Lots of fun for Children, Mums and Dads at our track in the grounds of Cascades Leisure Centre in Thong Lane Gravesend.
Find out more »Guided tour of St George’s Church
Join local historian Christoph Bull for a guided tour of St George’s Church with light refreshments afterwards. Booking essential - 01474 532505 or jim@stgeorgesgravesend.org
Find out more »Dancing – Sequence, Ballroom & Latin Dancing
Go along for a mixture of dancing to suit all dancers. Very friendly - good fun - great exercise. Couples or solo ladies & gentlemen - adults only. Beginner to experiences - all very welcome. More information and to pre book - 01474 320792 or 07913 230119
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