Seafaring hero’s memorial mural unveiled in Folkestone
L-R John Gale, Alan Taylor and Frank Bond of the Fishing History Museum Photo: Ray Duff Story by Ray Duff – On Thursday afternoon a large group gathered outside the…
Folkestone and Hythe give ongoing support to Ukrainian refugees
The warm welcome given to Ukrainian guests who have come to live in the district continues with an event in Folkestone on Thursday 1 September. Organised by Folkestone & Hythe…
Dover Artisan Market launches at Big Summer Party
A new market showcasing local food and crafts launches on Saturday, 20 August 2022 as part of the ‘Big Summer Party’ marking the grand opening of Dover’s new-look Market Square.…
Rupert Bear’s magical joint birthday celebration in Canterbury
Since Rupert missed his centenary celebrations in 2020, Canterbury’s best-dressed bear will share his belated birthday bash with The Beaney’s big 10 year anniversary. The Beaney is inviting Rupert fans…
Buzz building for return of Port of Dover Regatta
With just a day to go, excitement is building for the return of the Port of Dover Regatta when you’ll be welcomed for a day of seaside family fun! From…
Simon Stephens’ critically acclaimed Sea Wall comes to Margate Pride 2022
Turner Contemporary in Margate The first queer production of critically-acclaimed Sea Wall will premiere at the Turner Contemporary in collaboration with Margate Pride this August. Written by Olivier and Tony…
Pride in Folkestone is back!
Photo: Folkestone Pride Folkestone Pride returns today Saturday 23rd July 2022 for a picnic on The Leas. Join in at the bandstand for performances from the very best local LGBTQIA+…
Coming together in Canterbury promoting safety for women and girls
Organisations at an event to promote safety for women and girls Photo: Kent Police Kent Police officers were among a number of organisations at an event to promote safety for…
Fantastic Folkestone Air Show – not for the faint-hearted
Photo by Oliver Rowley on Unsplash The exciting programme for the 2022 Folkestone Air Display – just a month away – has been revealed. Thousands are expected to gather on…
Charivari festival celebrates 25 years of bringing colour, noise and fun to Folkestone
Crowds throng the festival area Photo: Ray Duff Words and Photos by Ray Duff – After a three year gap, Folkestone’s highly popular Charivari festival organised by Strange Cargo Arts…