insideKENT Magazine Issue 53 - August 2016 | Page 41

EVENTS

Open Air Cinema – The Jungle Book (2016) // 28 Aug

Coming in September…

Enjoy an evening of
cinematic delight in
Whatman Park this
bank holiday. Based
on Rudyard Kipling’s
timeless stories and
inspired by Disney’s
classic animated film,
The Jungle Book is
an all-new live-action
epic adventure. The
man-cub Mowgli
flees the jungle after
a threat from the tiger Shere Khan. Guided by Bagheera the panther and
the bear Baloo, Mowgli embarks on a journey of self-discovery, though he
also meets creatures who don't have his best interests at heart! Tickets
must be booked in advance.
Doors open 6pm. Price: £12.50 (children 8-15 £8.50)
Whatman Park, Waterside Gate, Maidstone ME16 0GB
www.visitmaidstone.com / 01622 758611

Coastal Currents // 3 Sep-2 Oct
Open Studios // 3-4 & 10-11 Sep
This year, Coastal Currents Arts Festival supports ROOT 1066 Festival of
Contemporary Arts as they celebrate the 950th anniversary of the Battle
of Hastings with a one-off festival. Coastal Currents will continue to do what
it does best and provide you with
one of the finest celebrations of art
and culture in the South East.
Showcasing a packed
programme of events and
exhibitions and of course the life
blood of Coastal Currents, the
much loved Open Studios trails,
this year happening throughout the
1066 region. With a great deal of
new studios to explore and so
many choices in each area, it
makes sense to save the dates in
your diary now.
www.coastalcurrents.org.uk

Ice Cream Festival // 28 Aug
Wedding Open Day // 11 Sep

Join in the festivities as Kent Life hosts its first Ice Cream Festival! Sample
tasters of what is on offer, create a masterpiece at the toppings station and
treat yourself at the marshmallow, cakepop and other confectionary stalls
joining in the fun. Don't forget to stop off and watch Professor Style's vibrant
and colourful presentation of England's oldest and most famous puppet
show, packed with traditional ingredients that will transport you to the world
of seaside holidays and all the fun of the fair. Sausages and Crocodile
included!
From 10am. Price: £9.50 (children £7.50, under 3s free)
Kent Life, Lock Lane, Sandling ME14 3AU
www.kentlife.org.uk / 01622 763936

Canterbury Cathedral Lodge offers the perfect location for your special day.
Experience this unique venue, view the wonderful banqueting facilities, meet
the fantastic team, and enjoy a glass of sparkling wine and canapés on
arrival.
11am - 3pm Price: Free
Canterbury Cathedral Lodge, The Precincts, Canterbury CT1 2EH
www.canterburycathedrallodge.org / 01227 865350

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