Giant Syrian refugee puppet greeted by crowds on Folkestone beach
Little Amal is greeted on Folkestone beach by members of Kent Refugee Action Network and others. Photo: Ray Duff Words and Photos by Ray Duff More than 2,000 people gathered…
Artist’s gift thanks the team at Ashford hospital who saved his life
‘Silent Landing’ A former police officer turned wildlife artist who had a brush with death has donated a painting to the team who saved his life. Robbie Graham, from Hythe,…
Arty-crafty October half term at Maidstone Museum
Head over to Maidstone Museum this October half term for arts and crafts for the kids. From Tuesday 26 to Thursday 28 October children from 4 to 11 years can…
Folkestone PC listens to local views in The Old High Street over glass of lemonade
PC Lewis Bennett at the stand in Folkestone with artist Victoria Melody pictured right Folkestone’s Community Safety Unit has been keeping its relationship with local residents sweet thanks to a…
Toy building bricks wanted for ‘Brickmas’ project at Beaney in Canterbury
The Beaney is appealing for people to donate any unwanted pre-loved LEGO-compatible bricks as part of a special project coming to the city this Christmas. The free ‘Brickmas’ exhibition at…
Brazil carnival samba beats and world music sounds to blast out at Maidstone Mela in Mote Park
Maidstone Mela returns to Mote Park in a blast of colour and music on Sunday 19 September between 12noon and 6pm. With 11 different performances throughout the afternoon kicks off…
Kings Hill community inspires artist Yinka Ilori
Members of the community joined renowned designer Yinka Ilori, MBE, in a series of interactive workshops that will culminate in a new public art installation in Kings Hill. The Patterns…
Stunning arts and crafts on show at Maidstone Museum
Two new fabulous exhibitions running from 18 September and Saturday 30 October at Maidstone Museum will show stunning works of art created in the county. Kent Potters Association is exhibiting…
Gather with Folkestone Fringe to greet 12 foot tall puppet en route from Syrian border
Would you like to take part in one of the most adventurous public artworks ever attempted? On Tuesday 19 October, the people of Folkestone and the South East of England…
Solving the mystery of Canterbury High Street sculptures
Sculptures outside The Beaney House of Art and Knowledge The mystery surrounding the appearance of a series of sculptures outside The Beaney House of Art and Knowledge in Canterbury’s city…