EVENTS
SOUTH EAST OPEN STUDIOS EVENT // 17-23 JUNE
Take a journey of discovery and visit artists and makers in their studios . An opportunity to see behind the scenes , watch demonstrations , ask questions or just enjoy the abundance of inspirational talent and affordable art , this is what makes Open Studios so unique . A FREE printed Guide Booklet , Trail Maps and an extensive website are available for visitors to plan a day out with a difference . 290 artists taking part in Kent , East Sussex and the Surrey borders . www . seos-art . org
QUEX PARK GARDEN & HOME EVENT // 15-16 JUNE
The 2013 Garden & Home Event is set in the extensive gardens of Quex House and Powell Cotton Museum , and offers a wide range of exhibitions , goods and services for the garden and home . Lots for the family to see and do such as guided walks through the gardens , quiz trail and other attractions . Licensed bar and other hot food concessions available . On the Saturday evening , listen to easy jazz in the gardens , bring your own picnic or order a picnic from Mamafeelgoods ( 01843 482004 ). Saturday 15th June 9am-9pm ; Sunday 16th June 10am-4pm Adults £ 4 ; Children / Disabled / Senior Citizens and FoQ £ 2 www . quexpark . co . uk / 01843 841119
DON ’ T FORGET FATHER ’ S DAY ! Sunday 16th June
ROSE WEEK // 17-23 JUNE
Glorious displays in the quintessential English walled Rose Garden at the height of its summer beauty . Fragrant floral arrangements throughout the Castle with a vintage feel . Tips and advice on growing perfect roses from Hever Castle ’ s head gardener at ‘ rose surgery ’ sessions , garden tours and traditional cream teas in the restaurants . Hever Castle , Hever , Nr Edenbridge TN8 7NG www . hevercastle . co . uk / 01732 865224
GOURMET DINNER AND CHEESE TASTING // 21 JUNE
A must for cheese lovers . Enjoy a sumptuous four-course dinner with specially selected fine wines to match each course , before a local cheese supplier talks you through a range of seven British cheeses , matched with a beautiful glass of Late Bottle Vintage Port .
£ 75 per person ; or dinner , overnight accommodation and breakfast from £ 220 per room Chilston Park Hotel , Sandway , Lenham , Maidstone ME17 2BE www . handpickedhotels . co . uk / hotels / chilston-park / 01622 859803
SOUTH EAST AIRSHOW // 22 JUNE
The skies over Thanet will be alive to the sound of display aircraft this summer with the return of an Airshow at Manston Airport . Nearly 20 years since the last show , Manston Airport will host some of the world ' s greatest modern and historic air craft , spellbinding displays and interactive attractions at this year ’ s South East Airshow . The iconic Vulcan delta wing aircraft will be among the highlights , while a Typhoon aircraft simulator , helicopter flights and a fun fair will provide visitors with a great day out . Family £ 35 ; Adult £ 12 ; £ 9 Children & Seniors ; VIP £ 75 Manston International Airport , Manston Road , Ramsgate www . heritage-events . co . uk
BROGDALE STRAWBERRY FAIR // 29-30 JUNE
Devour delicious strawberries , red currents , black currents , raspberries , blueberries and gooseberries at the National Fruit Collection in June . The first fruits of Brogdale season will be available to see , taste and buy . Guided tours will bring the orchards to life including interesting stories , history and facts surrounding the unique and wonderful varieties growing in the orchards . Orchard Pass Holders : £ 2.50 Adults , Kids FREE ; Non Orchard Pass Holders : £ 7.50 Adults , Kids £ 2.50 Brogdale Collections , Brogdale Farm , Faversham ME13 8XZ www . brogdalecollections . co . uk / 01795 536250
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LET IT BE // Mon , Weds , Thurs , Fri 7.30pm ; Sat 3pm & 7.30pm ; Sun 3pm & 7pm
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the world ’ s most successful rock ’ n ’ roll band , live in London ’ s West End ! LET IT BE is a spectacular theatrical concert jam-packed with forty of The Beatles ’ greatest hits . Relive The Beatles ’ meteoric rise from their humble beginnings in Liverpool ’ s Cavern Club , through the heights of Beatlemania , to their later studio masterpieces with live performances of early tracks including Twist and Shout , She Loves You and Drive My Car , as well as global mega-hits Yesterday , Hey Jude , Come Together and , of course , Let It Be . Experience this multimedia-rich electrifying spectacle which takes you back to the magical sixties when all you needed was love , and a little help from your friends ! www . letitbelondon . com
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