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March

 

1 March

Brainiac Live 2009 – strap on your safety goggles as science’s greatest and most volatile show arrives and watch as they do all of those things on stage that you’re too scared to do at home, 2.30pm, £18.50. Congress Theatre, Eastbourne Theatres, Eastbourne, 01323 412000, www.eastbournetheatres.co.uk

 

3 March

Brainiac Live 2009 – strap on your safety goggles as science’s greatest and most volatile show arrives and watch as they do all of those things on stage that you’re too scared to do at home, 7.30pm. Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells, 01892 532072, www.assemblyhalltheatre.co.uk

 

3-4 March

Buggy Workout – try out Buggy Workout for free, 10.30am. Dunorlan Park, Tunbridge Wells, 07990 973313, tracy@buggy-workout.com

 

4 March

Storytime – a half-hour session of stories and singing for preschool children, 11.15-11.45am. Sevenoaks Library, Sevenoaks, 01732 453118, www.kent.gov.uk/libs

 

 

4-8 March

Cirque de Glace – an ice show beyond imagination, the critically acclaimed Russian Ice Stars combine the magical world of cirque in an eclectic mix of spectacle and ice dance guaranteed to dazzle and thrill all ages, various times and prices. Congress Theatre, Eastbourne Theatres, Eastbourne, 01323 412000, www.eastbournetheatres.co.uk

 

5 March

Baby Bounce and Rhyme – a half-hour session of singing nursery rhymes for babies and toddlers, 11-11.30am. Sevenoaks Library, Sevenoaks, 01732 453118, www.kent.gov.uk/libs

 

6 March

Tots’ Praise -  songs, musical instruments, stories, followed by refreshments and play, all pre-school children/babies along with their parent/carer will be made very welcome, 2pm. St. Mary Kippington Church, Sevenoaks, www.stmaryssevenoaks.org

 

6-8 March

Move It – with over 100 live stage performances and 250 dance classes this 3 day extravaganza gives you the chance to taste a whole host of dance styles and techniques, adult 1 day pass £10.50, child (5-15 yr) £8.00.  Olympia, London, 01444 441850, www.moveitdance.co.uk

 

7 March

Children’s Nearly New Sale and Craft Fair - selling top brands such as Next, Boden, and Gap from birth to age 6/7 - clothes, toys, ride-ons, travel systems plus craft fair with local traders including jewellery, cards, books and garden crafts, 2-4pm. St Johns Church, Tunbridge Wells, 01892 538953

 

7 March

How the Giraffe got its Neck –have you ever wondered how the giraffe got its long neck, the leopard got its spots or the elephant got its trunk, well find out in this fantastic adventure, 4+ yr, £7, 2pm.  Gulbenkian Theatre, University of Kent, Canterbury, 01227 824688, www.kent.ac.uk/gulbenkian

 

7-8 March

Big Sky Beach Cross Festival – 2 days of action packed racing and high-flying jumps over the sand while off-track there’s plenty to entertain all the family with fairground rides and the chance to meet the riders. Margate, 01843 297350, www.visitthanet.co.uk

 

7-8 March

Science Stations – go on a voyage of scientific discovery as you take part in various Science Station activities and experiments. Down House, Orpington, www.english-heritage.org.uk

 

10 March

A Wheelie Good Walk – a pushchair friendly guided walk around the park, 10-11.30am. Shorne Woods Country Park, Shorne, 01474 823800, www.kentdowns.org.uk

 

11 March

Storytime – a half-hour session of stories and singing for preschool children, 11.15-11.45am. Sevenoaks Library, Sevenoaks, 01732 453118, www.kent.gov.uk/libs

 

12 March

Baby Bounce and Rhyme – a half-hour session of singing nursery rhymes for babies and toddlers, 11-11.30am. Sevenoaks Library, Sevenoaks, 01732 453118, www.kent.gov.uk/libs

 

13 March

Friday Fun About a Princess - drop-in art, craft and story-telling session for 2-5 year olds with an accompanying adult, 10.30am – 12 noon. Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery, Tunbridge Wells, 01892 554171, www.tunbridgewellsmuseum.org

 

14 March

Basil Brush – High Skool Mania, join Basil for an unforgettable lesson in madness, mayhem and mess, 2 & 5pm, £12. The Orchard Theatre, Dartford, 01322 220000, www.orchard.theatre@dartford.gov.uk

 

14 March

The Gingerbread Man – kitchen implements come alive in this inventive retelling of the traditional fairy story, age 3-7yr, £5, 3.30pm.  Churchill Theatre, Bromley, 0870 060 6620, www.churchilltheatre.co.uk

 

14 March

Rag Rugging – workshop based around making small rugs using a technique from the 1930s and 40s, 50p, 10am-12 noon.  Sevenoaks Library, Sevenoaks, 01732 453118, www.kent.gov.uk/libs

 

14 March

Yehudi Menuhin School – enjoy a performance by students with a demonstration into the workings of the violin, NAGC West Kent, Beechwood Sacred Heart School, Tunbridge Wells, 079793 846731, www.nagcwestkent.btik.com

 

14-15 March

Science Stations – go on a voyage of scientific discovery as you take part in various Science Station activities and experiments. Down House, Orpington, www.english-heritage.org.uk

 

15 March

Heavy Horses – these gentle giants show off their skills with a chance to meet them, 11am-4pm, children £2.70, adults £4.30.  Wilderness Wood, Hadlow Down, 01825 830509, www.wildernesswood.co.uk

 

15 March

Sevenoaks Young Musician of the Year Competition from 10.30am. Stag Theatre, Sevenoaks, 01732 454448

 

15 March

Mothers’ Day Cards – come and make your Mother’s day card at a family event, 11am-2.30pm. Quex Museum, Birchington, nr Ramsgate, 01843 842168, www.quexmuseum.org

 

16 March

Eater Egg Hunt – find all those hidden Easter Eggs, 2-5yrs, 9.15am. Bodiam Manor School Nursery, 01580 830225

 

18 March

Storytime – a half-hour session of stories and singing for preschool children, 11.15-11.45am. Sevenoaks Library, Sevenoaks, 01732 453118, www.kent.gov.uk/libs

 

19 March

Shakespeare 4 Kidz, Romeo and Juliet – two families, one long standing feud, the most famous love story in the world, perfect for those studying Shakespeare at Key Stage 2 and 3, 1.30 & 7.30pm, adult £15, child £9. The Orchard Theatre, Dartford, 01322 220000, www.dartford.gov.uk/orchard

 
19 March

Baby Bounce and Rhyme – a half-hour session of singing nursery rhymes for babies and toddlers, 11-11.30am. Sevenoaks Library, Sevenoaks, 01732 453118, www.kent.gov.uk/libs

 

19-22 March

The Chinese State Circus – a spectacular new show featuring seven of China’s top cultural troupes including the Tai An Acrobatic Troupe and the Shaolin Warriors, various times and prices. The Churchill, Bromley, 0870 0606620, www.churchilltheatre.co.uk

 

20 March

Shakespeare 4 Kidz, The Tempest – a mystical, magical, mysterious, musical comedy of revenge, a father’s love for his daughter and the misuse of power, perfect for those studying Shakespeare at Key Stage 2 and 3, 10am & 1.30pm, adult £15, child £9. The Orchard Theatre, Dartford, 01322 220000, www.dartford.gov.uk/orchard

 

20 March

Junior Ghost Walks – enjoy a ghost walk (suitable for 8-12 year olds), with spooky stories based on mystery, history and adventure told by a costumed guide as they lead you around the Ropery buildings, including one that is reputedly haunted, 7pm. The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, 01634 823807, www.chdt.org.uk

 

21 March

Mothers’ Day Drop-In Craft Workshop – come and make a gift for your mum out of natural materials while she enjoys a drink/treat in the cafe, 10am – 2pm, £3.50. Shorne Woods Country Park, Shorne, 01474 823800, www.kentdowns.org.uk

 

21-22 March

Mothers’ Day Afternoon Tea Special – take your Mother for a lovely afternoon tea on the Lounge Car Special, 3pm, booking essential.  Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park, 01825 720800, www.bluebell-railway.co.uk

 

22 March

Mothers’ Day – take your Mother to see ‘Your M & S’ fashion show, have a manicure and buy some pampering products with fun activities for the children, 11am – 4pm. Ightham Mote, Ightham, 01732 811145, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

22 March

Mothering Sunday Luncheon – enjoy a traditional 3 course luncheon in the Mulberry Room on this special day, 12-7pm. Chartwell, Westerham, 01732 866360, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

22 March

Mothers’ Cream Tea Treat - bring mum to enjoy the spring flowers on a gentle guided walk and a home made scone cream tea in our timber-frame barn, or tea garden, 2.15-3pm, adult £9.30, child £6.35, booking essential.  Wilderness Wood, Hadlow Down, 01825 830509, www.wildernesswood.co.uk

 

22 March

Mrs Wolfe – bring your mother along to discover the tragic story of Mrs Wolfe, £10 includes a copy of Mrs Wolfe’s recipe book and a posy of flowers for each mother, 11am & 12pm.  Quebec House, Westerham, 01732 868381, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

22 March

Mothers’ Day Special – take your Mother for a special train ride including a pre-booked lunch option. Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway, Hythe, 01797 362353, www.rhdr.org.uk

 

25 March

Storytime – a half-hour session of stories and singing for preschool children, 11.15-11.45am. Sevenoaks Library, Sevenoaks, 01732 453118, www.kent.gov.uk/libs

 

26 March

Baby Bounce and Rhyme – a half-hour session of singing nursery rhymes for babies and toddlers, 11-11.30am. Sevenoaks Library, Sevenoaks, 01732 453118, www.kent.gov.uk/libs

 

26 March

Swan Lake -the greatest romantic ballet of all, this is an immortal love story filled with magic, emotion and beauty, 7.30pm. Assembly Hall, Tunbridge Wells, 01892 530613, 532072, www.assemblyhalltheatre.co.uk

 

27 March

Giselle - the most poignant of all classical ballets combines powerful emotions and visual splendour in a chilling and heart-rending tale of love, treachery and forgiveness from beyond the grave, 7.30pm. Assembly Hall, Tunbridge Wells, 01892 530613, 532072, www.assemblyhalltheatre.co.uk

 

27-29 March

Tweenies Live – they are back with their chart busting new show Top of the Tots packed with tot-tastic tunes, various times and prices. The Orchard Theatre, Dartford, 01322 220000, www.dartford.gov.uk/orchard

 

28 March

Nutcracker - in a magical new production, this most famous of fantasy ballets opens as night falls on a traditional fireside scene on Christmas Eve, 2.30 & 7.30pm. Assembly Hall, Tunbridge Wells, 01892 530613, 532072, www.assemblyhalltheatre.co.uk

 

28 March

NCT Nearly New Sale – a great opportunity to buy good quality children’s clothes, equipment and toys, 1015-11.45am. Wrotham Secondary School, Borough Green, www.nct.org.uk

 

 

 

 

April

1 April

Storytime – a half-hour session of stories and singing for preschool children, 11.15-11.45am. Sevenoaks Library, Sevenoaks, 01732 453118, www.kent.gov.uk/libs

 

1 April

25^th Anniversary Party Time –enjoy a piece of celebration cake and bubbly (or juice) accompanied by a 25-gun salute at midday. The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, 01634 823807, www.chdt.org.uk

 

1 April

NGS Day – view Lord Sackville’s private Garden in aid of the National Gardens Scheme,  11am – 4pm. Knole House, Sevenoaks, 01732 450608, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

1-5 April

The Sponge Who Could Fly – join SpongeBob, Patrick and their zany Bikini Bottom pals in a new musical as SpongeBob embarks on his dream to fly with jellyfish, various times and prices. The Churchill, Bromley, 0870 0606620, www.churchilltheatre.co.uk

 

1-30 April

Easter Bunny Trail – follow an exciting word maze trail for children aged 7-12yr and a picture maze trail for 3-6yr, once you have completed the trail you will be rewarded with a delicious chocolate egg, adult £7.50, child £4. Borde Hill Garden, Haywards Heath, 01444 415809, www.bordehill.co.uk

 

2 April

Baby Bounce and Rhyme – a half-hour session of singing nursery rhymes for babies and toddlers, 11-11.30am. Sevenoaks Library, Sevenoaks, 01732 453118, www.kent.gov.uk/libs

 

3 April

Tots’ Praise -  songs, musical instruments, stories, followed by refreshments and play, all pre-school children/babies along with their parent/carer will be made very welcome, 2pm. St. Mary Kippington Church, Sevenoaks, www.stmaryssevenoaks.org

 

4 April

Grandpa Joe’s Magic Show – the story of a little girl who finds magic in the smallest of things, 4-7 yr, £7, 2pm.  Gulbenkian Theatre, University of Kent, Canterbury, 01227 824688, www.kent.ac.uk/gulbenkian

 

4 April

Toy and Rail Collectors Fair - a one day fair at Horsted Keynes station of railway artefacts, model railway equipment and other goodies. Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park, 01825 720800, www.bluebell-railway.co.uk

 

4 April

Fun Day at Crampton Tower Museum, Broadstairs, 01843 871133, www.cramptontower.co.uk

 

4-5 April

History in Brass – find out how to make wonderful images from brass rubbings, 11am-4pm. Bodiam Castle, nr Robertsbridge, 01580 830196, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

4-19 April

Easter Holiday Fun - enjoy encounters with cute spring animals including lambs and watch fluffy chicks hatch in the animal farm, daily Easter egg hunts will satisfy those with a sweet tooth and for the more creative types the arty crafty activities in the craft & pottery centre is a sure bet. The Hop Farm, Paddock wood, 01622 872068, www.thehopfarm.co.uk

 

4-19 April

Easter Trail – follow the clues to find the Easter eggs hidden in the garden and win a prize, plus face painting and games, 11am -5pm.  Bateman’s Etchingham, 01435 882302, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

4-19 April

Castle Capers – colourful costumed characters will give short talks about life in a medieval castle plus a children’s trail, 10.30am-5pm. Bodiam Castle, nr Robertsbridge, 01580 830196, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

4 April – 2 May

Art Exhibition and Competition – get creative and enter the competition under the subject of ‘My Home’, winners will be displayed in the museum,  Eden Valley Museum, Edenbridge, 01732 868102, www.evmt.org.uk

 

6 April

Woodland Monsters – go into the deep dark woods in search of a monster, listen to his story and get camouflaged with masks to take home, 10.30-11.30am, 2-3pm, children (3-6) £5.35, adults £3.40, booking essential.  Wilderness Wood, Hadlow Down, 01825 830509, www.wildernesswood.co.uk

 

6 April

Gymnastic Course - a 5 hour course for all abilities, 8-12 years. Tunbridge Wells Sports Centre, Tunbridge Wells, www.fusion-lifestyle.com

 

6-9 April

Easter Trail – follow the trail and receive your chocolate prize, 11am – 3.30pm. South Foreland Lighthouse, Dover, 01304 852 463, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

6-10 April

Try on Armour  - calling all young knights and princesses, try on replica armour and medieval clothes, 12-4pm. Bodiam Castle, nr Robertsbridge, 01580 830196, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

7 April

Spring Sensations – discover the sights and smells of spring by joining in with creative children’s activities, 11am – 3pm. Scotney Castle, Lamberhurst, 01892 893820, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

7 April

Fairy Gardens –find the fairy place and listen to a story about the woodland elves, make a garden in the woods for the elves and fairies to enjoy, 10.30-11.30am, 2-3pm, children (3-6) £5.35, adults £3.40, booking essential.  Wilderness Wood, Hadlow Down, 01825 830509, www.wildernesswood.co.uk

 

7 April

Trampoline for Beginners - a 5 hour course for beginners, 8-12 years. Tunbridge Wells Sports Centre, Tunbridge Wells, www.fusion-lifestyle.com

 

7-8 April

Buggy Workout – try out Buggy Workout for free, 10.30am. Dunorlan Park, Tunbridge Wells, 07990 973313, tracy@buggy-workout.com

 

8 April

Castaway – join an expedition deep into the wood, build shelters and cook over a camp fire, 11.30am-2.30pm, children (6-11) £9.85, adults £3.40, booking essential.  Wilderness Wood, Hadlow Down, 01825 830509, www.wildernesswood.co.uk

 

8-11 April

Cirque de Glace – an ice show beyond imagination, the critically acclaimed Russian Ice Stars combine the magical world of cirque in an eclectic mix of spectacle and ice dance guaranteed to dazzle and thrill all ages, various times and prices. The Orchard Theatre, Dartford, 01322 220000, www.dartford.gov.uk/orchard

 

9 April

Easter Artists – walk in the springtime woods to collect materials to make baskets and other Easter gifts, 10.30am-12 noon, 2.15-3.45pm, children (6-11) £5.75, adults £3.40, booking essential.  Wilderness Wood, Hadlow Down, 01825 830509, www.wildernesswood.co.uk

 

9 April

Holiday Fun - fun activities for those with learning disabilities and their families, all ages welcome. Tunbridge Wells Sports Centre, Tunbridge Wells, www.fusion-lifestyle.com

 

10 April

Sooty in Space – join Sooty, Sweep and Soo on their intergalactic adventure into space, 2 & 5pm, £12. Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells, 01892 532072, www.assemblyhalltheatre.co.uk

 

10 April

Easter Egg Trail – take up the challenge and have a go at the Easter trail around the garden, join in an egg and spoon race, listen to the storyteller and make an Easter Card, 11am – 4pm. Ightham Mote, Ightham, 01732 811145, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

10 April

Walk like an Egyptian, 11am-17pm. Chiddingstone Castle, 01892 872746, www.chiddingstonecastle.org.uk

 

10-11 April

Easter Trail – have fun following the Easter trail around the beautiful gardens, 11am – 5pm. Emmetts Garden, Ide Hill, 01732 751509, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

10-13 April

Easter Egg Trail – follow the exciting Easter trail around the garden and collect your chocolate prize, 11am – 4pm. Scotney Castle, Lamberhurst, 01892 893820, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

10-13 April

Easter Egg Trail – follow the clues around the beautiful spring garden to claim your Easter prize, 11am – 4pm. Smallhythe Place, Tenterden, 01580 762334, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

10-13 April

Tudor Treasure Trail – hunt for clues on an Easter egg trail and win a chocolaty reward. Hever Castle, Hever, 01732 865224, www.hevercastle.co.uk

 

10-13 April

Easter Trail – follow the trail and receive your chocolate prize, 11am – 5pm. Chartwell, Westerham, 01732 868381, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

10-13 April

Easter Fun Event - traditional Easter family entertainment including a fun trail around the grounds, a quiz, storytelling and face painting, 10am-5pm.  Walmer Castle, www.english-heritage.org.uk

 

11 April

Easter Trail – follow the clues that will lead you on an exciting journey of discovery through the deer park and claim your chocolate egg at the end of the trail,  11am – 3pm. Knole House, Sevenoaks, 01732 450608, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

11 April

Aristocats & Jungle Book plays. Stag Theatre, London Rd, Sevenoaks. Details from Sevenoaks Town Council 01732 459953

 

11-12 April

Easter Bunny Specials. Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway, Hythe, 01797 362353, www.rhdr.org.uk

 

11-13 April

Easter Bunny Hunt – walk i8nto the spring woodland and search for Easter bunnies hiding amongst the trees with a prize for all, 10am-4.30pm, children (3-15) £2.60, adults £3.40.  Wilderness Wood, Hadlow Down, 01825 830509, www.wildernesswood.co.uk

 

11-13 April

History in Brass – find out how to make wonderful images from brass rubbings, 11am-4pm. Bodiam Castle, nr Robertsbridge, 01580 830196, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

12 April

Easter Egg Hunt - join the annual fun hunt for eggs. Hartsdown Park, Margate, 01843 293733.

 

12-13 April

Easter Trail –join in a fun Easter trail, 12 – 5pm. Quebec House, Westerham, 01732 866368, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

12-13 April

Medway Festival of Steam and Transport –enjoy a high display of acrobatics on motorbikes, plus vintage cars, motorbikes and other vehicles. The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, 01634 823807, www.chdt.org.uk

 

12-15 April

Time Travellers Through the Ages - ever wanted to know if you would have made it as a gladiator or if you could have made royalty laugh with your jester antics, well now is your chance, travel back in time and discover some of the skills and tricks of the trade of characters from the past, 10am - 5pm.  Dover Castle, Dover, www.english-heritage.org.uk

 

13 April

Easter Hunt & Springtime Fun, 11am-17pm. Chiddingstone Castle, 01892 872746, www.chiddingstonecastle.org.uk

 

13-17 April

Easter Egg Trail – follow the exciting Easter trail around the garden and collect your chocolate prize, 11am – 4pm. Scotney Castle, Lamberhurst, 01892 893820, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

14 April

Survive in the Wild – find four things in the woods that you need to survive, test your survival skills, 10am-12 noon, children (8-13) £7.15, adults £3.40, booking essential.  Wilderness Wood, Hadlow Down, 01825 830509, www.wildernesswood.co.uk

 

14 April

Badminton Course - a five hour introductory course taught in a friendly and fun environment by qualified coaches, 8-12 years. Tunbridge Wells Sports Centre, Tunbridge Wells, www.fusion-lifestyle.com

 

14-17 April

Holiday Happenings Crown Jewels - drop-in art and craft activities for all ages with an accompanying adult, 10.30am – 12.30pm, 2-4pm. Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery, Tunbridge Wells, 01892 554171, www.tunbridgewellsmuseum.org

 

14-17 April

Easter Trail – follow the exciting Easter trail and find out what Trusty the Hedgehog has been up to, every trail sheet will receive a chocolate prize, 11am –  3.30pm. The White Cliffs of Dover, Dover, 01304 202756, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

14-17 April

Try on Armour  - calling all young knights and princesses, try on replica armour and medieval clothes, 12-4pm. Bodiam Castle, nr Robertsbridge, 01580 830196, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

14-19 April

Brass Rubbing – create your own brass rubbing at the drop-in workshop. Hever Castle, Hever, 01732 865224, www.hevercastle.co.uk

 

15 April

Castaway – join an expedition deep into the wood, build shelters and cook over a camp fire, 11.30am-2.30pm, children (6-11) £9.85, adults £3.40, booking essential.  Wilderness Wood, Hadlow Down, 01825 830509, www.wildernesswood.co.uk

 

15-17 April

Easter Egg Trail – follow the exciting Easter trail around the garden and collect your chocolate prize, 11am – 4pm. Scotney Castle, Lamberhurst, 01892 893820, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

16 April

Baby Bug Hunt – how many minibeasts can you find in the wood and make a model bug to take home, 10.30-11.30am,  children (3-6) £4.50, adults £3.40, booking essential.  Wilderness Wood, Hadlow Down, 01825 830509, www.wildernesswood.co.uk

 

16 April

Princess & Knights crafty stories, 2-5pm. Chiddingstone Castle (01892 872746) www.chiddingstonecastle.org.uk

 

16 April

Green Man – an arty chance to discover the myths surrounding the local trees, age 5-8 yr, 10am-12noon. Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest, Goudhurst, 01580 879820, www.forestry.gov.uk/bedgebury

 

16 April

Big Bug Hunt – search for creepy-crawlies and find out how they live, make a book and a bug to take home, 10.30am-12.30pm,  children (7-11) £6.50, adults £3.40, booking essential.  Wilderness Wood, Hadlow Down, 01825 830509, www.wildernesswood.co.uk

 

16 April

Holiday Fun - fun activities for those with learning disabilities and their families, all ages welcome. Tunbridge Wells Sports Centre, Tunbridge Wells, www.fusion-lifestyle.com

 

17 April

Fairy Gardens –find the fairy place and listen to a story about the woodland elves, make a garden in the woods for the elves and fairies to enjoy, 10.30-11.30am, 2-3pm, children (3-6) £5.35, adults £3.40, booking essential.  Wilderness Wood, Hadlow Down, 01825 830509, www.wildernesswood.co.uk

 

17 April

Green Man – an arty chance to discover the myths surrounding the local trees, age 9-13 yr, 10am-12noon. Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest, Goudhurst, 01580 879820, www.forestry.gov.uk/bedgebury

 

17-18 April

Tweenies Top of the  pops-  10 years after bursting onto the scene the Tweenies are back with their chart-busting new show packed with tot-tastic tunes, 11am, 2pm. Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells, 01892 532072, www.assemblyhalltheatre.co.uk

 

18-19 April

Spring Flower Celebration – enjoy the beautiful flowers on show with local food and drink and craft stalls, together with a children’s daffodil competition, 10am-5pm, adult £7.50, child £4. Borde Hill Garden, Haywards Heath, 01444 415809, www.bordehill.co.uk

 

18-19 April

History in Brass – find out how to make wonderful images from brass rubbings, 11am-4pm. Bodiam Castle, nr Robertsbridge, 01580 830196, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

 

22 April

Storytime – a half-hour session of stories and singing for preschool children, 11.15-11.45am. Sevenoaks Library, Sevenoaks, 01732 453118, www.kent.gov.uk/libs

 

23 April

Baby Bounce and Rhyme – a half-hour session of singing nursery rhymes for babies and toddlers, 11-11.30am. Sevenoaks Library, Sevenoaks, 01732 453118, www.kent.gov.uk/libs

 

23-26 April

National Police Dog Trials. Leeds Castle, Maidstone, 01622 765400, www.leeds-castle.com

 

24 April

Junior Ghost Walks – enjoy a ghost walk (suitable for 8-12 year olds), with spooky stories based on mystery, history and adventure told by a costumed guide as they lead you around the Ropery buildings, including one that is reputedly haunted, 7pm. The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, 01634 823807, www.chdt.org.uk

 

24 April

Friday Fun King & Queen - drop-in art, craft and story-telling session for 2-5 year olds with an accompanying adult, 10.30am – 12 noon. Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery, Tunbridge Wells, 01892 554171, www.tunbridgewellsmuseum.org

 

25 April

NCT Nearly New Sale – a great opportunity to buy good quality children’s clothes, equipment and toys, 1015-11.45am. Hugh Christie Technology College, Tonbridge, www.nct.org.uk

 

28 April – 2 May

Cinderella on Ice – enter a magical world where the Imperial Ice Stars perform remarkable feats in this beautiful new interpretation of a classic tale, 7.30pm, 2.30pm. Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells, 01892 532072, www.assemblyhalltheatre.co.uk

 

29 April

Storytime – a half-hour session of stories and singing for preschool children, 11.15-11.45am. Sevenoaks Library, Sevenoaks, 01732 453118, www.kent.gov.uk/libs

  
29 April – 3 May

Lazy Time Live – you’ll be transported onto the high seas through a high-energy story full of parrots, pieces of eight and buried treasure with you favourite Lazy Town friends, various times and prices. The Churchill, Bromley, 0870 0606620, www.churchilltheatre.co.uk

 

30 April

Baby Bounce and Rhyme – a half-hour session of singing nursery rhymes for babies and toddlers, 11-11.30am. Sevenoaks Library, Sevenoaks, 01732 453118, www.kent.gov.uk/libs

 

 

 

 

 
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