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SUMMARY:Grand Mansion Voices with Alex Rider (harp)
DESCRIPTION:The programme will include Benjamin Britten’s evergreen ‘Ceremony of Carols’. \nWelcome to the Bayle Music Autumn concert series. \nWe are delighted to present a fascinating and varied programme to keep you entertained this autumn.  Full programme details are listed below this message. \nAdmission remains at £15 with under-21-year-olds admitted free. \nThis season\, we are offering a combined ticket for these four concerts for just £50 – a saving of £10.  Also\, if you are not able to attend a particular concert\, you can transfer your ticket to a friend. \nYou can pay for a combined ticket on the day by cash\, cheque (payable to Bayle Music) or card and in advance by post with a cheque payable to Bayle Music sent to I. Gordon\, 16 Bayle Court\, The Parade\, Folkestone. CT20 1SN. Combined tickets will be issued at the concert on 27 September. \nIndividual concert tickets can be purchased in advance at this website: \nwww.soundsfolkestone.co.uk  –  follow the Bayle Music link. \nWe cannot offer combined tickets on this site. \nIf there is a concert you are especially attracted to and feel inspired to offer individual sponsorship\, please be in touch with Ian – 07877 407 702 or email bayleman@gmail.com \nAll sponsors will be acknowledged in the appropriate publicity and programme.
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/grand-mansion-voices-with-alex-rider-harp/
LOCATION:The Grand
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SUMMARY:Folkestone Symphony Christmas Concert
DESCRIPTION:  \nConcert
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/folkestone-symphony-christmas-concert/
LOCATION:Holy Trinity Church\, Sandagte Road\, Folkestone\, CT20 2HQ
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SUMMARY:The High Flying Story of Peter Pan
DESCRIPTION:Visit Neverland!\nIt’s time for a swashbuckling panto! Complete with jokes for the whole family\, catchy songs\, spectacular costumes and all the pantomime magic you’d expect\, join Peter Pan and Wendy as they challenge the nefarious Captain Hook for freedom of Neverland\, alongside pirates\, mermaids and of course the Lost Boys! It’s going to be one hooking good time! \nWhat’s The Story?\nCheeky yet kind-hearted Peter transports Wendy and the Darlings away from the real world and into the faraway Neverland\, undertaking a series of unforgettable adventures with the Lost Boys\, Tinkerbell and Captain Hook the nefarious pirate. Can this unlikely band save Neverland from Hook’s clutches – with a little imagination\, fairy dust and fun\, we’re sure they can! \n\n\n\n\n\n12th – 31st December
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/the-high-flying-story-of-peter-pan/
LOCATION:Leas Cliff Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251211T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251211T210000
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SUMMARY:Rolf Hind – Piano
DESCRIPTION:Promoter\nFolkestone New Music\nConcert \nArtists \n\nRolf Hind has given recitals at Carnegie Hall\, Sydney Opera House and appeared seven times at the BBC Proms. \n\nProgramme \n\nTo celebrate Pierre Boulez’s centenary Rolf will play two important Boulez works: Incises and Notations. \nInterleaved with these he will play music commissioned to celebrate Boulez’s 75th birthday in 2000. Rolf gave the world premieres of these pieces (by Berio\, Birtwistle\, Unsuk Chin\, Jonathan Harvey\, Kurtag\, York Höller\, Toshio Hosokawa\, Wolfgang Rihm and Magnus Lindberg) in the presence of Pierre Boulez. \n\nTicket Prices \n£15 on the door or online\n\nBooking \nwww.tickettailor.com/events/folkestonenewmusic/1670785
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/rolf-hind-piano/
LOCATION:The Grand
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251207T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251207T170000
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SUMMARY:Sounds Folkestone Young Strings Christmas Concert!
DESCRIPTION:Sounds Folkestone Young Strings\n \nType of event \nConcert \nArtists \nThe wonderful Sounds Folkestone Young Strings show off their latest programme. \nDirected by Floriane Peycelon \n(Also: SFYS will be performing a 15 minute Christmas slot in Folkestone Symphony’s Christmas Family Concert on Saturday 13 December 2025 – 3pm at Holy Trinity Church\, Sandgate Road\, Folkestone CT20 2HQ \nTicket Prices \nFree no need to book.
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/sounds-folkestone-young-strings-christmas-concert/
LOCATION:The Grand
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T220000
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SUMMARY:Hip Hop House Band: 10 Years of To Pimp a Butterfly
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the tenth anniversary of Kendrick Lamar’s To Pimp a Butterfly with the Hip Hop House Band live at Quarterhouse. \n\n\n\nThe Hip Hop House Band has been raising the roof with high-energy performances since 2017. Known for their electrifying stage presence and serious musical talent\, they bring the biggest beats and boldest bars from across hip hop’s history\, from old school to new school and everything in between. \nFor this special show\, the band pays tribute to Kendrick Lamar’s groundbreaking 2015 album To Pimp a Butterfly. This critically acclaimed release changed the face of hip hop with tracks like King Kunta\, Alright and The Blacker the Berry. Now you can hear them performed live by one of the UK’s most dynamic bands. \nMade up of some of London’s top session musicians\, the Hip Hop House Band has performed at major venues across the country\, including Wembley Stadium\, Buckingham Palace and the Royal Albert Hall. Between them\, they’ve featured on BBC Radio 1\, 2 and 3\, appeared on BBC\, ITV\, Channel 4\, MTV and Sky Arts\, and recorded with artists such as Becky Hill\, MNEK\, Pixie Lott\, Ella Eyre and Ella Henderson. Their work has been streamed over 150 million times. \nWhether you’re a dedicated Kendrick fan\, a hip hop head or just love a night of brilliant live music\, this one’s for you. \nSo if you don’t know\, now you know. \nDoors Open 7.00p.m. \n\n\n\n\n\nAge Restrictions\n18 Years + U/25 ID required \nTickets\nEarly Bird: £16\nStandard: £18\nDoor : £20 \nBook this event online or email the box office at boxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/hip-hop-house-band-10-years-of-to-pimp-a-butterfly/
LOCATION:The Quarterhouse\, CT20 1BN
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SUMMARY:Lotte Betts-Dean (mezzo-soprano) & Brett Dean (viola)
DESCRIPTION:Promoter\nFolkestone New Music\n\nConcertArtists \nLotte Betts-Dean (mezzo)\nBrett Dean (viola)\nProgramme\n…perform music by Brett Dean \nBrett Dean is one of the world’s leading figures in contemporary music. His ‘heart-wrenchingly beautiful’ opera ‘Hamlet’ has received acclaimed performances at Glyndebourne\, the Metropolitan Opera in New York and in Sydney. For over fourteen years he was also a viola player in the Berlin Philharmonic. \nLotte Betts-Dean (his daughter) has been praised for her ‘irrepressible sense of drama and unmissable\, urgent musicality’ (Guardian). \nTicket Prices\n£15 on the door or online \n  \nBooking\nwww.tickettailor.com/events/folkestonenewmusic/1670783
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/lotte-betts-dean-mezzo-soprano-brett-dean-viola/
LOCATION:The Grand
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T213000
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SUMMARY:Sara Pascoe back with 'I'm A Strange Gloop'
DESCRIPTION:Sara Pascoe’s star has steadily risen since the early 2010s\, with frequent appearances on TV comedy panel shows\, podcasts\, hosting duties on BBC’s The Great British Sewing Bee and more putting her squarely in the mainstream. See her live on stage in 2025 where her unabashed and hilarious style will be on display once more in the brand new show ‘I Am A Strange Gloop’. \nShe first perfomed stand-up in 2007; however\, but it was 2010’s solo show at the Edinburgh Festival\, Sara Pascoe Vs Her Ego\, that put her on the critical and public radar. In addition to her hectic touring schedule\, Pascoe is also an accomplished actress\, having appeared in comedy shows such as The Thick Of It\, Being Human\, and W1A alongside publishing two books\, including The Sunday Times bestseller Sex Power Money. \nTickets from £31 
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/sara-pascoe-back-with-im-a-strange-gloop/
LOCATION:Leas Cliff Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251127T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251127T210000
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SUMMARY:David Matthews – Talk
DESCRIPTION:Folkestone New Music \nTalk \nArtists \nDavid Matthews talks about his music.With a singular body of work spanning almost 60 years\, David Matthews has established an international reputation as one of the leading symphonists of our time. \n‘Few other living composers can deploy the classical virtues of clarity\, tradition and restraint to such cogent ends’ (Tempo) \n\nTicket Prices \n£10 on the door\, or online\n\nBooking\nwww.tickettailor.com/events/folkestonenewmusic/1701669
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/david-matthews-talk/
LOCATION:Kollectiv\, 69 Old High Street\, CT20 1RN
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T220000
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SUMMARY:Lisa Jewell: Queen of Crime - Folkestone Book Festival
DESCRIPTION:Lisa Jewell is one of the biggest names in dark psychological thrillers – and she’s coming to Folkestone. The UK’s most addictive writers\, whose every novel dominates the charts and gets readers texting “OMG” at 2am\, will take to the Quarterhouse stage for one night only – to talk all things murder\, mystery and suspense. \n\n\n\nJewell’s new suspenseful slow-burn thriller Don’t Let Him In is already making waves – a tense\, chilling story of secrets\, blurred boundaries and a man who seems too good to be true. \nFrom Then She Was Gone to None of This is True\, Jewell has turned the everyday into the unforgettable – crafting terrifyingly plausible tales that burrow under your skin and don’t let go. Her genius lies not just in shocking twists\, but in plots that hit dangerously close to home. \nDon’t miss this chance to go behind the scenes with the queen of the modern thriller. Hear how she builds suspense\, where her darkest ideas come from\, and what it takes to grip millions of readers around the world. Expect chills\, gasps and revelations. \nFIND OUT MORE \nFolkestone Book Festival is our annual celebration of books\, bold ideas and the power of storytelling – by the sea. Curated by award-winning author and journalist Sophie Haydock (The Flames\, Madame Matisse)\, this year’s programme features more than 50 events over 11 days\, bringing together world-class writers\, radical thinkers and unforgettable conversations – all inspired by Folkestone’s spirit of enabling creativity and transformative change. \nWe want the festival to be for everyone. That’s why we’ve introduced a £5 ticket – a no-questions-asked option for anyone who might be struggling to afford events. \nAnd if you’re planning to come to more than a handful of events\, don’t miss our great-value Festival Pass\, which gives you access to all events (excluding classes\, which need to be booked separately) for just £140. \nThere’s so much to discover – from headline talks to intimate workshops\, big ideas to local voices. Check out the full programme\, including our much-loved Local Talent Showcase and a new series of Creative Writing Workshops designed to spark your imagination. \nWe delighted that our onsite bookseller this year is Waterstones Folkestone. \nWe thank our major sponsor Saga and supporting sponsors Eurotunnel\, Holiday Extras and Friends of the Folkestone Book Festival along with our Education Partner\, Canterbury Christ Church University for making this year’s festival possible. Creative Folkestone is also supported by Arts Council England\, Folkestone and Hythe District Council and The Roger De Haan Charitable Trust. \n\n\n\n\n\nBook this event online or email the box office at boxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/lisa-jewell-queen-of-crime-folkestone-book-festival/
LOCATION:The Quarterhouse\, CT20 1BN
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251117T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251117T130000
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SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Writing Sex and Desire with Leone Ross
DESCRIPTION:Desire is messy. Tender. Dangerous. Quiet. An unexpectedly wet kiss in the kitchen. A date gone very well indeed. Great sex thrills us\, undoes us\, comforts and sustains us – and when written well\, it can stay with the reader forever. \n\n\n\nJoin Leone Ross\, award-winning author\, editor and literary force\, for a fearless\, freeing writing workshop that dives deep into lust\, longing and intimacy. Longlisted for the Women’s Prize for Fiction for her sensual\, genre-defying novel This One Sky Day\, Leone is celebrated for her sharp insight\, dazzling imagination and emotional depth – and in this rare writing workshop\, she’ll help you unlock your own secrets. \nThis isn’t just about writing provocatively (though there’ll be plenty of that). It’s about finding the right language for power\, tenderness\, shame and connection. How do we navigate bodies on the page? What does sex writing reveal about your characters’ darker and lighter selves – or yours? What happens if we get it wrong… or gloriously\, unexpectedly right? \nExpect bold prompts\, juicy discussion\, and a space that’s both safe and electric. Leone will ask you to take sex seriously – and gently push you beyond your comfort zone. \nFIND OUT MORE \nFolkestone Book Festival is our annual celebration of books\, bold ideas and the power of storytelling – by the sea. Curated by award-winning author and journalist Sophie Haydock (The Flames\, Madame Matisse)\, this year’s programme features more than 50 events over 11 days\, bringing together world-class writers\, radical thinkers and unforgettable conversations – all inspired by Folkestone’s spirit of enabling creativity and transformative change. \nWe want the festival to be for everyone. That’s why we’ve introduced a £5 ticket – a no-questions-asked option for anyone who might be struggling to afford events. \nAnd if you’re planning to come to more than a handful of events\, don’t miss our great-value Festival Pass\, which gives you access to all events (excluding classes\, which need to be booked separately) for just £140. \nThere’s so much to discover – from headline talks to intimate workshops\, big ideas to local voices. Check out the full programme\, including our much-loved Local Talent Showcase and a new series of Creative Writing Workshops designed to spark your imagination. \nWe delighted that our onsite bookseller this year is Waterstones Folkestone. \nWe thank our major sponsor Saga and supporting sponsors Eurotunnel\, Holiday Extras and Friends of the Folkestone Book Festival along with our Education Partner\, Canterbury Christ Church University for making this year’s festival possible. Creative Folkestone is also supported by Arts Council England\, Folkestone and Hythe District Council and The Roger De Haan Charitable Trust. \n\n\n\n\n\n boxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/workshop-writing-sex-and-desire-with-leone-ross/
LOCATION:The Quarterhouse\, CT20 1BN
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T220000
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SUMMARY:WHAT'S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT
DESCRIPTION:Tina\, You Gotta See Her \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAn electrifying celebration of the undisputed Queen of rock-n-roll\, What’s Love Gotta Do With It? – The Tina Turner Story is the ultimate night out for all fans of the iconic performer! Taking you on a whistlestop tour through her 50-year career\, expect to hear all the hits\, including Private Dancer\, What’s Love Got To Do With It?\, Proud Mary\, River Deep\, Nutbush City Limits\, Simply The Best and many more. \nHailing from Nutbush\, a small city in rural Tennessee\, Tina Turner (real name Anna May Bullock) first found fame in the 50s and 60s\, alongside her first husband Ike Turner. At the time\, she was known for hits like River Deep and Proud Mary\, but it was her later emancipation from Ike and 80s career comeback that lauched her status as one of the greatest artists of all time. Known for her high-energy shows and inimitable vocals\, 1983’s Private Dancer saw her score her first solo No.1 and cement her legacy forever. \nBOOK TICKETS
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/whats-love-got-to-do-with-it/
LOCATION:Leas Cliff Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T200000
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SUMMARY:Dr Steven Parissien: Cheers\, Britain!
DESCRIPTION:Which drinks define us? From gin palaces to tequila shots\, tonic fads to teetotalism – what do our choices say about class\, identity and change? And in a town like Folkestone – built on bars\, beer gardens and beachside boozers – how does alcohol shape who we are? \n\n\n\nJoin cultural historian Dr Steven Parissien for an intoxicating journey through Britain’s long and messy relationship with alcohol. In his brilliant new book Another Round: A Post-War History of Britain in 12 Strong Drinks\, Parissien uncorks the drinks that shaped generations – and reveals how what we drink (and how we drink it) tells the story of Britain itself. \nFrom royal rituals to working-class pubs\, 1950s cocktail parties to 90s club culture\, this is a sparkling social history filled with flavour\, nostalgia and sharp cultural insight – all served with a twist of humour. With Britain holding a place in the global top five for alcohol consumption since 1700\, one thing’s clear: the story of this nation can’t be told without a trip to the bar. Cheers! \nFIND OUT MORE \nFolkestone Book Festival is our annual celebration of books\, bold ideas and the power of storytelling – by the sea. Curated by award-winning author and journalist Sophie Haydock (The Flames\, Madame Matisse)\, this year’s programme features more than 50 events over 11 days\, bringing together world-class writers\, radical thinkers and unforgettable conversations – all inspired by Folkestone’s spirit of enabling creativity and transformative change. \nWe want the festival to be for everyone. That’s why we’ve introduced a £5 ticket – a no-questions-asked option for anyone who might be struggling to afford events. \nAnd if you’re planning to come to more than a handful of events\, don’t miss our great-value Festival Pass\, which gives you access to all events (excluding classes\, which need to be booked separately) for just £140. \nThere’s so much to discover – from headline talks to intimate workshops\, big ideas to local voices. Check out the full programme\, including our much-loved Local Talent Showcase and a new series of Creative Writing Workshops designed to spark your imagination. \nWe delighted that our onsite bookseller this year is Waterstones Folkestone. \nWe thank our major sponsor Saga and supporting sponsors Eurotunnel\, Holiday Extras and Friends of the Folkestone Book Festival along with our Education Partner\, Canterbury Christ Church University for making this year’s festival possible. Creative Folkestone is also supported by Arts Council England\, Folkestone and Hythe District Council and The Roger De Haan Charitable Trust. \n\n\n\n\n\n boxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/dr-steven-parissien-cheers-britain/
LOCATION:The Quarterhouse\, CT20 1BN
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T180000
DTSTAMP:20260519T074951
CREATED:20250707T144814Z
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SUMMARY:Labour Under Starmer with Gabriel Pogrund & Patrick Maguire
DESCRIPTION:Last year\, Folkestone made history – electing Tony Vaughan as its first-ever Labour MP after more than 70 years of Conservative rule. But earlier this year\, Kent (along with many other parts of the country) swung hard to Reform. What happened? Where did the energy go? And is Keir Starmer’s Labour already losing touch with the people who gave it a chance? \n\n\n\nIn this urgent and eye-opening conversation\, award-winning Sunday Times journalists Gabriel Pogrund and Patrick Maguire dig into the power plays\, silence\, spin and brutal discipline at the heart of Starmer’s Labour Party – as revealed in their acclaimed new book Get In. With access to leaked memos\, private messages and over 200 insider interviews\, they offer a forensic look at a party desperate to win – and the risks it’s taken to do so. \nWith Reform gaining traction\, trust in politics at rock bottom\, and voters in Kent demanding more than cautious promises\, the big question is: can Labour hold on – or will its hunger to govern cost it its soul? Expect gripping revelations\, sharp analysis\, and the inside story of a political moment that’s still unfolding – right here\, right now\, on our doorstep. \nFIND OUT MORE \nFolkestone Book Festival is our annual celebration of books\, bold ideas and the power of storytelling – by the sea. Curated by award-winning author and journalist Sophie Haydock (The Flames\, Madame Matisse)\, this year’s programme features more than 50 events over 11 days\, bringing together world-class writers\, radical thinkers and unforgettable conversations – all inspired by Folkestone’s spirit of enabling creativity and transformative change. \nAnd if you’re planning to come to more than a handful of events\, don’t miss our great-value Festival Pass\, which gives you access to all events (excluding classes\, which need to be booked separately) for just £140. \nThere’s so much to discover – from headline talks to intimate workshops\, big ideas to local voices. Check out the full programme\, including our much-loved Local Talent Showcase and a new series of Creative Writing Workshops designed to spark your imagination. \nWe delighted that our onsite bookseller this year is Waterstones Folkestone. \nWe thank our major sponsor Saga and supporting sponsors Eurotunnel\, Holiday Extras and Friends of the Folkestone Book Festival along with our Education Partner\, Canterbury Christ Church University for making this year’s festival possible. Creative Folkestone is also supported by Arts Council England\, Folkestone and Hythe District Council and The Roger De Haan Charitable Trust. \n\n\n\n\n\n boxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/labour-under-starmer-with-gabriel-pogrund-patrick-maguire/
LOCATION:The Quarterhouse\, CT20 1BN
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T140000
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SUMMARY:The Art of Good Anger with Sam Parker
DESCRIPTION:What if your anger isn’t something to fear – but a tool for clarity\, courage and change? In a town like Folkestone – creative\, complex\, and full of people pushing for better – anger can be a vital emotional signal. But too often we’re told to stay quiet\, stay nice\, stay calm. \n\n\n\nIn this powerful\, eye-opening event\, journalist and author Sam Parker invites us to rethink everything we’ve been taught about rage\, drawn from his book Good Anger: How Rethinking Rage Can Change Our Lives. Sam explores how it shows up in our bodies\, our relationships\, our community – and how\, if we learn to listen\, it can lead us somewhere better. \nFrom burnout to everyday aggravations\, family frustrations to political fury\, this conversation speaks directly to those feeling stuck\, silenced or exhausted by the pressure to keep it all in. It’s about owning your voice\, finding your edge\, and learning how to use anger not to explode – but to evolve. This is for anyone in Folkestone who’s tired of bottling it up. \nFIND OUT MORE \nFolkestone Book Festival is our annual celebration of books\, bold ideas and the power of storytelling – by the sea. Curated by award-winning author and journalist Sophie Haydock (The Flames\, Madame Matisse)\, this year’s programme features more than 50 events over 11 days\, bringing together world-class writers\, radical thinkers and unforgettable conversations – all inspired by Folkestone’s spirit of enabling creativity and transformative change. \nWe want the festival to be for everyone. That’s why we’ve introduced a £5 ticket – a no-questions-asked option for anyone who might be struggling to afford events. \nAnd if you’re planning to come to more than a handful of events\, don’t miss our great-value Festival Pass\, which gives you access to all events (excluding classes\, which need to be booked separately) for just £140. \nThere’s so much to discover – from headline talks to intimate workshops\, big ideas to local voices. Check out the full programme\, including our much-loved Local Talent Showcase and a new series of Creative Writing Workshops designed to spark your imagination. \nWe delighted that our onsite bookseller this year is Waterstones Folkestone. \nWe thank our major sponsor Saga and supporting sponsors Eurotunnel\, Holiday Extras and Friends of the Folkestone Book Festival along with our Education Partner\, Canterbury Christ Church University for making this year’s festival possible. Creative Folkestone is also supported by Arts Council England\, Folkestone and Hythe District Council and The Roger De Haan Charitable Trust. \n\n\n\n\n\n  \nboxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk \nBook now
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/the-art-of-good-anger-with-sam-parker/
LOCATION:The Quarterhouse\, CT20 1BN
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T140000
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SUMMARY:Monisha Rajesh: Journeys by Starlight and Steam
DESCRIPTION:All aboard for an unforgettable series of train rides – with one extraordinary storyteller. Join award-winning travel writer Monisha Rajesh as she takes us on a lyrical\, laughter-filled journey through her latest book\, Moonlight Express: Around the World By Night Train – a beautifully observed account of navigating the globe after dark. \n\n\n\nFollowing the runaway success of Around the World in 80 Trains\, Monisha returns to the rails to explore the renaissance of sleeper trains: from Finland’s polar nights and Norway’s midnight sun\, to Indian twilight and Peruvian dawns. With warmth\, wit and curiosity\, she brings to life the people she meets\, the landscapes she crosses and the unique magic of moving slowly through the quiet hours. \nThis is more than just a travel talk – it’s a celebration of wonder\, wanderlust and the slow romance of the railway. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or a daydream traveller\, Monisha’s stories will transport you. Come for the trains – stay for the tales that connect us across time zones\, cultures and continents. \nFIND OUT MORE \nFolkestone Book Festival is our annual celebration of books\, bold ideas and the power of storytelling – by the sea. Curated by award-winning author and journalist Sophie Haydock (The Flames\, Madame Matisse)\, this year’s programme features more than 50 events over 11 days\, bringing together world-class writers\, radical thinkers and unforgettable conversations – all inspired by Folkestone’s spirit of enabling creativity and transformative change. \nWe want the festival to be for everyone. That’s why we’ve introduced a £5 ticket – a no-questions-asked option for anyone who might be struggling to afford events. \nAnd if you’re planning to come to more than a handful of events\, don’t miss our great-value Festival Pass\, which gives you access to all events (excluding classes\, which need to be booked separately) for just £140. \nThere’s so much to discover – from headline talks to intimate workshops\, big ideas to local voices. Check out the full programme\, including our much-loved Local Talent Showcase and a new series of Creative Writing Workshops designed to spark your imagination. \nWe delighted that our onsite bookseller this year is Waterstones Folkestone. \nWe thank our major sponsor Saga and supporting sponsors Eurotunnel\, Holiday Extras and Friends of the Folkestone Book Festival along with our Education Partner\, Canterbury Christ Church University for making this year’s festival possible. Creative Folkestone is also supported by Arts Council England\, Folkestone and Hythe District Council and The Roger De Haan Charitable Trust. \n\n\n\n\n\nboxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/monisha-rajesh-journeys-by-starlight-and-steam/
LOCATION:The Quarterhouse\, CT20 1BN
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T220000
DTSTAMP:20260519T074951
CREATED:20250707T144030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T144030Z
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SUMMARY:Harry Baker: Wonderful!
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this high-energy\, soul-lifting night with Harry Baker – World Poetry Slam Champion\, viral TED Talk star\, and one of the UK’s most captivating spoken word performers. Coming to Folkestone for one-night only as part of the Book Festival. \n\n\n\nIn Wonderful!\, Harry delivers a fast-paced\, feel-everything mix of joy\, humour and jaw-dropping wordplay. From dinosaurs and falafel-spoons to the unexpected beauty of being alive\, this is spoken word at its most entertaining\, moving and life-affirming. \nHarry’s performances are legendary – not just because he’s a genius with rhyme and rhythm\, but because he speaks directly to the moment we’re living in\, with warmth\, wit and wild imagination. His shows leave people buzzing\, emotional\, glad they stepped into his orbit. \nFIND OUT MORE \nFolkestone Book Festival is our annual celebration of books\, bold ideas and the power of storytelling – by the sea. Curated by award-winning author and journalist Sophie Haydock (The Flames\, Madame Matisse)\, this year’s programme features more than 50 events over 11 days\, bringing together world-class writers\, radical thinkers and unforgettable conversations – all inspired by Folkestone’s spirit of enabling creativity and transformative change. \nWe want the festival to be for everyone. That’s why we’ve introduced a £5 ticket – a no-questions-asked option for anyone who might be struggling to afford events. \nAnd if you’re planning to come to more than a handful of events\, don’t miss our great-value Festival Pass\, which gives you access to all events (excluding classes\, which need to be booked separately) for just £140. \nThere’s so much to discover – from headline talks to intimate workshops\, big ideas to local voices. Check out the full programme\, including our much-loved Local Talent Showcase and a new series of Creative Writing Workshops designed to spark your imagination. \nWe delighted that our onsite bookseller this year is Waterstones Folkestone. \nWe thank our major sponsor Saga and supporting sponsors Eurotunnel\, Holiday Extras and Friends of the Folkestone Book Festival along with our Education Partner\, Canterbury Christ Church University for making this year’s festival possible. Creative Folkestone is also supported by Arts Council England\, Folkestone and Hythe District Council and The Roger De Haan Charitable Trust. \n\n\n\n\n\n boxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/harry-baker-wonderful/
LOCATION:The Quarterhouse\, CT20 1BN
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T200000
DTSTAMP:20260519T074951
CREATED:20250707T102726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T102726Z
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SUMMARY:Success and Other Lies: Will Young & James Cahill in Conversation
DESCRIPTION:What do we sacrifice to succeed – and what do we conceal to survive? In this bold and searching conversation\, Will Young and James Cahill come together to explore queerness\, creativity\, and the hidden costs of a life lived in public. One is a Pop Idol winner turned bestselling author and outspoken mental health advocate; the other\, a rising star of literary fiction whose novels probe power\, obsession and queer identity in the art world. \n\n\n\nTogether\, they’ll reflect on the pressures of performance – both personal and professional – and the delicate balancing act between visibility and vulnerability. \nJames’s new novel\, The Violet Hour\, is a darkly elegant exploration of art\, desire\, and the fictions we cling to when control starts to slip. Will’s latest book\, Be Yourself and Happier: The A-Z of Wellbeing\, is a raw\, often funny account of grief\, healing and the messy path to self-acceptance. \nExpect a rich\, intimate and provocative exchange between two men about re-shaping identities in the spotlight\, offering insight\, humour and emotional honesty in equal measure. \nFIND OUT MORE \nFolkestone Book Festival is our annual celebration of books\, bold ideas and the power of storytelling – by the sea. Curated by award-winning author and journalist Sophie Haydock (The Flames\, Madame Matisse)\, this year’s programme features more than 50 events over 11 days\, bringing together world-class writers\, radical thinkers and unforgettable conversations – all inspired by Folkestone’s spirit of enabling creativity and transformative change. \nWe want the festival to be for everyone. That’s why we’ve introduced a £5 ticket – a no-questions-asked option for anyone who might be struggling to afford events. \nAnd if you’re planning to come to more than a handful of events\, don’t miss our great-value Festival Pass\, which gives you access to all events (excluding classes\, which need to be booked separately) for just £140. \nThere’s so much to discover – from headline talks to intimate workshops\, big ideas to local voices. Check out the full programme\, including our much-loved Local Talent Showcase and a new series of Creative Writing Workshops designed to spark your imagination. \nWe delighted that our onsite bookseller this year is Waterstones Folkestone. \nWe thank our major sponsor Saga and supporting sponsors Eurotunnel\, Holiday Extras and Friends of the Folkestone Book Festival along with our Education Partner\, Canterbury Christ Church University for making this year’s festival possible. Creative Folkestone is also supported by Arts Council England\, Folkestone and Hythe District Council and The Roger De Haan Charitable Trust. \n\n\n\n\n\n boxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/success-and-other-lies-will-young-james-cahill-in-conversation/
LOCATION:The Quarterhouse\, CT20 1BN
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T180000
DTSTAMP:20260519T074951
CREATED:20250707T102424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T102424Z
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SUMMARY:Sabrina Ghayour: Persiana Easy
DESCRIPTION:Step into a world of spice\, soul and sensational cooking with Sabrina Ghayour – the award-winning British-Iranian chef\, Sunday Times bestselling author and beloved food writer hailed by the Observer as the “golden girl of Persian cookery”. Known for her bold\, vibrant flavours and no-fuss approach\, Sabrina has transformed the way we cook and eat Middle Eastern food at home. \n\n\n\nIn this joyful\, appetite-whetting event\, she introduces her latest book Persiana Easy – a celebration of unfussy recipes packed with flavour. From smoky aubergine dishes to saffron stews and sticky\, irresistible desserts\, these are meals you can throw together on a weeknight but that taste like a feast. Low on obscure ingredients and unnecessary steps – just clever\, comforting dishes you’ll return to again and again. \nWith trademark humour and charm\, Sabrina shares kitchen stories\, essential tips\, and the journey behind her much-loved Persiana series – one of the most successful and enduring Middle Eastern cookbooks of the last decade. \nWhether you’re a seasoned cook or just dipping in your spoon\, this is an event to ignite your culinary imagination. A perfect Saturday afternoon treat in the heart of Folkestone. \nFIND OUT MORE \nFolkestone Book Festival is our annual celebration of books\, bold ideas and the power of storytelling – by the sea. Curated by award-winning author and journalist Sophie Haydock (The Flames\, Madame Matisse)\, this year’s programme features more than 50 events over 11 days\, bringing together world-class writers\, radical thinkers and unforgettable conversations – all inspired by Folkestone’s spirit of enabling creativity and transformative change. \nWe want the festival to be for everyone. That’s why we’ve introduced a £5 ticket – a no-questions-asked option for anyone who might be struggling to afford events. \nAnd if you’re planning to come to more than a handful of events\, don’t miss our great-value Festival Pass\, which gives you access to all events (excluding classes\, which need to be booked separately) for just £140. \nThere’s so much to discover – from headline talks to intimate workshops\, big ideas to local voices. Check out the full programme\, including our much-loved Local Talent Showcase and a new series of Creative Writing Workshops designed to spark your imagination. \nWe delighted that our onsite bookseller this year is Waterstones Folkestone. \nWe thank our major sponsor Saga and supporting sponsors Eurotunnel\, Holiday Extras and Friends of the Folkestone Book Festival along with our Education Partner\, Canterbury Christ Church University for making this year’s festival possible. Creative Folkestone is also supported by Arts Council England\, Folkestone and Hythe District Council and The Roger De Haan Charitable Trust. \n\n\n\n\n\nboxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/sabrina-ghayour-persiana-easy/
LOCATION:The Quarterhouse\, CT20 1BN
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260519T074951
CREATED:20250915T145713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T145713Z
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SUMMARY:Ode to Joyce’ performed by Cheryl Knight.
DESCRIPTION:Originally conceived for Joyce Grenfell’s centenary\, this presentation recreates the setting of one of Joyce’s ever-popular stage shows. \nWelcome to the Bayle Music Autumn concert series. \nWe are delighted to present a fascinating and varied programme to keep you entertained this autumn.  Full programme details are listed below this message. \nAdmission remains at £15 with under-21-year-olds admitted free. \nThis season\, we are offering a combined ticket for these four concerts for just £50 – a saving of £10.  Also\, if you are not able to attend a particular concert\, you can transfer your ticket to a friend. \nYou can pay for a combined ticket on the day by cash\, cheque (payable to Bayle Music) or card and in advance by post with a cheque payable to Bayle Music sent to I. Gordon\, 16 Bayle Court\, The Parade\, Folkestone. CT20 1SN. Combined tickets will be issued at the concert on 27 September. \nIndividual concert tickets can be purchased in advance at this website: \nwww.soundsfolkestone.co.uk  –  follow the Bayle Music link. \nWe cannot offer combined tickets on this site. \nIf there is a concert you are especially attracted to and feel inspired to offer individual sponsorship\, please be in touch with Ian – 07877 407 702 or email bayleman@gmail.com \nAll sponsors will be acknowledged in the appropriate publicity and programme. \n\nAll concerts are at The Grand on a Saturday afternoon at 3 pm.  Put the dates in your diary now! \n\n\n\nSaturday 20 December \nGrand Mansion Voices with Alex Rider (harp) \nThe programme will include Benjamin Britten’s evergreen ‘Ceremony of Carols’.
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/ode-to-joyce-performed-by-cheryl-knight/
LOCATION:The Grand
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260519T074951
CREATED:20250707T102204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T102204Z
UID:6483-1763215200-1763222400@community.serclients.space
SUMMARY:A Journey into Clay with Jennifer Lucy Allan
DESCRIPTION:Calling all claymakers\, potters\, artists and lovers of the land – this is where earth and imagination meet. In her mesmerising new book Clay: A Human History\, writer and broadcaster Jennifer Lucy Allan unearths the deep\, resonant story of one of the world’s most ancient\, tactile and transformative materials. With poetic insight and atmospheric detail\, she explores how clay has shaped human hands\, culture and creativity. \n\n\n\nTravelling across the UK and beyond\, Allan meets potters\, artists\, walkers and sound-makers\, weaving together memoir\, history\, geology\, sound and environmental observation in a book that invites us to slow down\, dig deep\, and pay attention to the ground beneath our feet. \nIn a town with rich clay beds\, a proud ceramics heritage and a thriving community of makers\, this promises to be a truly grounded and inspiring conversation – perfect for anyone who works with their hands\, walks the land\, or listens closely to the world around them. \nFIND OUT MORE \nFolkestone Book Festival is our annual celebration of books\, bold ideas and the power of storytelling – by the sea. Curated by award-winning author and journalist Sophie Haydock (The Flames\, Madame Matisse)\, this year’s programme features more than 50 events over 11 days\, bringing together world-class writers\, radical thinkers and unforgettable conversations – all inspired by Folkestone’s spirit of enabling creativity and transformative change. \nWe want the festival to be for everyone. That’s why we’ve introduced a £5 ticket – a no-questions-asked option for anyone who might be struggling to afford events. \nAnd if you’re planning to come to more than a handful of events\, don’t miss our great-value Festival Pass\, which gives you access to all events (excluding classes\, which need to be booked separately) for just £140. \nThere’s so much to discover – from headline talks to intimate workshops\, big ideas to local voices. Check out the full programme\, including our much-loved Local Talent Showcase and a new series of Creative Writing Workshops designed to spark your imagination. \nWe delighted that our onsite bookseller this year is Waterstones Folkestone. \nWe thank our major sponsor Saga and supporting sponsors Eurotunnel\, Holiday Extras and Friends of the Folkestone Book Festival along with our Education Partner\, Canterbury Christ Church University for making this year’s festival possible. Creative Folkestone is also supported by Arts Council England\, Folkestone and Hythe District Council and The Roger De Haan Charitable Trust. \n\n\n\n\n\n boxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/a-journey-into-clay-with-jennifer-lucy-allan/
LOCATION:The Quarterhouse\, CT20 1BN
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T133000
DTSTAMP:20260519T074951
CREATED:20250707T101923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T101923Z
UID:6481-1763208000-1763213400@community.serclients.space
SUMMARY:Word Play and Poetry​: Eley Williams and Abigail Parry
DESCRIPTION:Step into the joyfully off-kilter world of Eley Williams\, one of the most original voices in contemporary fiction\, as she discusses her latest collection\, Moderate to Poor\, Occasionally Good – a whip-smart\, warm-hearted exploration of language in all its slippery glory. \n\n\n\nWilliams is the author of the prize-winning short story collection Attrib. (winner of the James Tait Black Memorial Prize and shortlisted for the Republic of Consciousness Prize)\, and the acclaimed novel The Liar’s Dictionary\, a Sunday Times Book of the Year. Her writing is celebrated for its inventive wordplay\, emotional insight and dazzling style – and her new collection confirms her as one of the most exciting literary stylists working today. \nShe’ll be in conversation with Abigail Parry\, a TS Eliot-nominated poet whose collections Jinx and I Think We’re Alone Now have marked her as one of poetry’s boldest experimenters. With a background in both academia and game design\, Parry’s work is known for its intellectual agility\, dark humour and linguistic sparkle. \nTogether\, they’ll dive into the mechanics and music of language\, the delights of constraint and surprise\, and the ways in which stories – and sentences – can trip us up and carry us away. Expect a fast-paced\, funny\, and mind-stretching hour from two writers at the very top of their game. \nFIND OUT MORE \nFolkestone Book Festival is our annual celebration of books\, bold ideas and the power of storytelling – by the sea. Curated by award-winning author and journalist Sophie Haydock (The Flames\, Madame Matisse)\, this year’s programme features more than 50 events over 11 days\, bringing together world-class writers\, radical thinkers and unforgettable conversations – all inspired by Folkestone’s spirit of enabling creativity and transformative change. \nWe want the festival to be for everyone. That’s why we’ve introduced a £5 ticket – a no-questions-asked option for anyone who might be struggling to afford events. \nAnd if you’re planning to come to more than a handful of events\, don’t miss our great-value Festival Pass\, which gives you access to all events (excluding classes\, which need to be booked separately) for just £140. \nThere’s so much to discover – from headline talks to intimate workshops\, big ideas to local voices. Check out the full programme\, including our much-loved Local Talent Showcase and a new series of Creative Writing Workshops designed to spark your imagination. \nWe delighted that our onsite bookseller this year is Waterstones Folkestone. \nWe thank our major sponsor Saga and supporting sponsors Eurotunnel\, Holiday Extras and Friends of the Folkestone Book Festival along with our Education Partner\, Canterbury Christ Church University for making this year’s festival possible. Creative Folkestone is also supported by Arts Council England\, Folkestone and Hythe District Council and The Roger De Haan Charitable Trust. \n\n\n\n\n\n boxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/word-play-and-poetry-eley-williams-and-abigail-parry/
LOCATION:The Quarterhouse\, CT20 1BN
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T074951
CREATED:20250707T101640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T101640Z
UID:6479-1763200800-1763208000@community.serclients.space
SUMMARY:Rose Ayling-Ellis: Marvellous Family Fun
DESCRIPTION:Join BAFTA-winning actor and Strictly Come Dancing champion Rose Ayling-Ellis for a joyful\, inspiring event celebrating communication in all its forms\, from sign language and symbols to gestures\, emojis and beyond. \n\n\nRose will be talking about her beautifully illustrated new children’s book\, Marvellous Messages – a playful and powerful exploration of how we connect with each other\, and how every voice matters. She’ll share her own journey growing up deaf\, the challenges and joys of finding her voice\, and why she believes difference should be celebrated. \nThis inclusive\, interactive event is perfect for families and children aged 7+\, and offers a chance to learn more about British Sign Language\, discover new ways of expressing yourself – and meet a truly marvellous communicator who is passionate about sharing her story with children of all ages. \nFIND OUT MORE \nFolkestone Book Festival is our annual celebration of books\, bold ideas and the power of storytelling – by the sea. Curated by award-winning author and journalist Sophie Haydock (The Flames\, Madame Matisse)\, this year’s programme features more than 50 events over 11 days\, bringing together world-class writers\, radical thinkers and unforgettable conversations – all inspired by Folkestone’s spirit of enabling creativity and transformative change. \nWe want the festival to be for everyone. That’s why we’ve introduced a £5 ticket – a no-questions-asked option for anyone who might be struggling to afford events. \nAnd if you’re planning to come to more than a handful of events\, don’t miss our great-value Festival Pass\, which gives you access to all events (excluding classes\, which need to be booked separately) for just £140. \nThere’s so much to discover – from headline talks to intimate workshops\, big ideas to local voices. Check out the full programme\, including our much-loved Local Talent Showcase and a new series of Creative Writing Workshops designed to spark your imagination. \nWe delighted that our onsite bookseller this year is Waterstones Folkestone. \nWe thank our major sponsor Saga and supporting sponsors Eurotunnel\, Holiday Extras and Friends of the Folkestone Book Festival along with our Education Partner\, Canterbury Christ Church University for making this year’s festival possible. Creative Folkestone is also supported by Arts Council England\, Folkestone and Hythe District Council and The Roger De Haan Charitable Trust. \n\n\n\n\n\nt boxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/rose-ayling-ellis-marvellous-family-fun/
LOCATION:The Quarterhouse\, CT20 1BN
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251114T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260519T074951
CREATED:20250707T095935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T095935Z
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SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Writing Through Burnout with Dr Anna Vaught
DESCRIPTION:Overwhelmed? Burned out? Drowning in drafts and self-doubt? It’s time to reclaim your creativity – without losing your mind in the process. \n\n\n\nJoin acclaimed author\, teacher and literary powerhouse Dr Anna Vaught for a bold\, brilliant workshop designed to help you write with clarity\, confidence and compassion. A passionate advocate for writers working through and alongside adversity\, Anna draws on her ambitious and varied publications\, including her bestselling teaching book\, The Alchemy\, as well as her own challenging life experience. She’ll be sharing exclusive excerpts from The Elixir (2026) – the next book in her teaching series – and hopes to leave you comforted and inspired. \nDrawing from her book The Alchemy: A Guide to Gentle Productivity for Writers\, Anna brings deep wisdom\, sharp wit and lived experience to the page and the room. With honest discussion\, high-impact exercises and energising prompts\, she’ll help you silence the inner critic\, stop chasing perfection\, and get words on the page – without burning out. \nWhether you’re wrangling a novel\, journalling through chaos\, or simply trying to find your voice again\, this session offers practical tools\, emotional support and lasting momentum. \nFIND OUT MORE \nFolkestone Book Festival is our annual celebration of books\, bold ideas and the power of storytelling – by the sea. Curated by award-winning author and journalist Sophie Haydock (The Flames\, Madame Matisse)\, this year’s programme features more than 50 events over 11 days\, bringing together world-class writers\, radical thinkers and unforgettable conversations – all inspired by Folkestone’s spirit of enabling creativity and transformative change. \nWe want the festival to be for everyone. That’s why we’ve introduced a £5 ticket – a no-questions-asked option for anyone who might be struggling to afford events. \nAnd if you’re planning to come to more than a handful of events\, don’t miss our great-value Festival Pass\, which gives you access to all events (excluding classes\, which need to be booked separately) for just £140. \nThere’s so much to discover – from headline talks to intimate workshops\, big ideas to local voices. Check out the full programme\, including our much-loved Local Talent Showcase and a new series of Creative Writing Workshops designed to spark your imagination. \nWe delighted that our onsite bookseller this year is Waterstones Folkestone. \nWe thank our major sponsor Saga and supporting sponsors Eurotunnel\, Holiday Extras and Friends of the Folkestone Book Festival along with our Education Partner\, Canterbury Christ Church University for making this year’s festival possible. Creative Folkestone is also supported by Arts Council England\, Folkestone and Hythe District Council and The Roger De Haan Charitable Trust. \n\n\n\n\n\nBook this event online or email the box office at boxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/workshop-writing-through-burnout-with-dr-anna-vaught/
LOCATION:The Quarterhouse\, CT20 1BN
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T213000
DTSTAMP:20260519T074951
CREATED:20250801T095741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T095741Z
UID:6746-1763062200-1763069400@community.serclients.space
SUMMARY:Michael Finnissy – Composer & Pianist
DESCRIPTION:Folkestone New Music \nType of event \nTalk and Concert \nArtists \nMichael Finnissy – composer and pianist\n\n\n‘There’s a lifetime of listening in Finnissy’s music\, an encounter with a way of hearing and relating to the whole of today’s world\, not just its music – just as there’s been a lifetime of writing it for its composer.’ (Guardian) \n\n\nProgramme \n\nMichael Finnissy plays a programme of his compositions in the context of music by other composers\, including Satie and Ives. \n\nTicket Prices \n£15 on the door or online \nBooking \nhttps://www.tickettailor.com/events/folkestonenewmusic/1670781?
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/michael-finnissy-composer-pianist/
LOCATION:The Grand
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T210000
DTSTAMP:20260519T074951
CREATED:20250707T093237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T093237Z
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SUMMARY:A Return to Chocolat: Joanne Harris Opens the Folkestone Book Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to welcome internationally bestselling author Joanne Harris to open the Book Festival with an unforgettable evening of storytelling\, reflection and literary magic. She will be interviewed by our festival curator\, Sophie Haydock. \nMore than 25 years after she first captured the world’s imagination with Chocolat – the beloved\, bestselling novel that became an Oscar-nominated film – Joanne returns to Lansquenet with Vianne\, a stunning new chapter in the life of Vianne Rocher. \nIn this special event\, Joanne will reflect on her extraordinary career and the enduring power of Chocolat\, and share why now was the moment to revisit her most iconic character. With her trademark warmth\, intelligence and sparkle\, she’ll explore themes of identity\, memory and transformation – as well as the sensory magic of place\, scent and\, of course… chocolate. \nA passionate defender of authors’ rights and free expression\, and former Chair of the Society of Authors\, Joanne is one of the most influential and inspiring voices in British publishing. Join us for a luminous\, unmissable opening night – and raise the curtain on eleven days of books\, ideas and imagination in the most delicious way possible. \nFIND OUT MORE \nFolkestone Book Festival is our annual celebration of books\, bold ideas and the power of storytelling – by the sea. Curated by award-winning author and journalist Sophie Haydock (The Flames\, Madame Matisse)\, this year’s programme features more than 50 events over 11 days\, bringing together world-class writers\, radical thinkers and unforgettable conversations – all inspired by Folkestone’s spirit of enabling creativity and transformative change. \nWe want the festival to be for everyone. That’s why we’ve introduced a £5 ticket – a no-questions-asked option for anyone who might be struggling to afford events. \nAnd if you’re planning to come to more than a handful of events\, don’t miss our great-value Festival Pass\, which gives you access to all events (excluding classes\, which need to be booked separately) for just £140. \nThere’s so much to discover – from headline talks to intimate workshops\, big ideas to local voices. Check out the full programme\, including our much-loved Local Talent Showcase and a new series of Creative Writing Workshops designed to spark your imagination. \nWe delighted that our onsite bookseller this year is Waterstones Folkestone. \nWe thank our major sponsor Saga and supporting sponsors Eurotunnel\, Holiday Extras and Friends of the Folkestone Book Festival along with our Education Partner\, Canterbury Christ Church University for making this year’s festival possible. Creative Folkestone is also supported by Arts Council England\, Folkestone and Hythe District Council and The Roger De Haan Charitable Trust. \n\n\n\n\n\nBook this event online or email the box office at boxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/a-return-to-chocolat-joanne-harris-opens-the-folkestone-book-festival-2025/
LOCATION:The Quarterhouse\, CT20 1BN
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DESCRIPTION:Why see Queenz: Drag Me To The Disco?\n\n\nDiscoballs And Dancing Queenz\nThe Queenz are back and this time they’re more fabulous and disco than ever. You might have caught them on one of their previous smash hit tours\, but this time they’re bringing a brand new never before seen show\, and it’s the glammest thing you’ve ever seen. Widely regarded as one of the world’s best drag shows\, prepare to werk\, dance\, and sing along with the Queenz (who stun with their live vocals) in this eleganza extravaganza diva disco like no other! \nRegularly taking the UK by storm\, Queenz are beloved by the public and celebrities alike\, earning praise from stars including Dawn French\, Gary Barlow and Craig David. \nTwo shows 4.00p.m and 8.00p.m. \nTickets £15
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/6719/
LOCATION:Leas Cliff Hall
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SUMMARY:Choralis Workshop ~ Led by Ben Saul 
DESCRIPTION:Ben is an immensely popular and talented individual. He has practised as a church musician in Anglican and Catholic settings for many years. As assistant organist at St George’s Cathedral\, Southwark\, and director of music for the Servite Priory – Fulham Road\, All Saints’ – Blackheath\, The Shrine of St Thomas of Canterbury – Burgate and currently St Mary of Charity\, Faversham\, he learned much about the beauty\, discipline and application of polyphony and chant in modern liturgy.\n\nBen is a noted music therapist and a professor at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London. In addition to his interest in ecclesiastical music\, Ben is increasingly in demand as an accompanist\, and he also loves to play jazz\n\n\n\n•Registration Fee £30\n\n•To book your place\, please contact: Choralisworkshop@hotmail.com\nMaddy Scarre: Tel. 07717 500060\n\n\n\nThe Music to be covered:\nChant – In Processionem ‘Kyrie’\nChant – Veni Creator Spiritus\nAsola – Veni Creator Spiritus\nMonteverdi – Cantate Domino\nDufay – Magnificat Quinti Toni\nVictoria – O Quam Gloriosum\nMorales – Pace mihi domine
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/choralis-workshop-led-by-ben-saul/
LOCATION:St George’s Church\, Audley Road\, Folkestone\, CT20 3QA
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SUMMARY:Morgan Hayes – pianist
DESCRIPTION:Promoter\nFolkestone New Music\nType of event \nTalk with music \nArtists \n\nThe composer Morgan Hayes is also an accomplished pianist. In this event\, he will talk about and perform his music. \n‘…one constant in Hayes’s music is his mastery of striking\, satisfying shape and form. If architecture is frozen music\, then his music is liquid architecture\, never outstaying its welcome and indeed\, like the man himself\, full of abundant charm.’ \n\nTicket Prices \n£10 on the door or online\nwww.tickettailor.com/events/folkestonenewmusic/1670778
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/morgan-hayes-pianist/
LOCATION:Kollectiv\, 69 Old High Street\, CT20 1RN
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SUMMARY:Barrioke: Baz Out of Hell 2
DESCRIPTION:Join soap-and-singalong sensation Shaun Williamson\, star of Eastenders\, Extras\, and Life’s Too Short\, for a frightfully fun evening of karaoke\, live performance\, and audience singalongs. \n\n\nArmed with a host of brilliant tracks and his trademark joviality\, Shaun’s BARRIOKE tour has taken the UK by storm – and now’s your chance to experience it firsthand. Come along and give us your grandest solo performance\, a heartfelt duet with Shaun himself\, or sing along from the sidelines. \nIn this Halloween edition\, Shaun will be leading the crowd through a spectacular evening of classic hits and chart toppers with a spooky twist. Dig out your deadliest costume and warm up your vocal chords for an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re a seasoned karaoke professional or you just fancy a wickedly good time\, there’s place for you – onstage or in the audience. Costumes are encouraged\, but vocal talent is entirely optional. \nBook now and get ready to belt your heart out to classics across the decades in an unforgettable night. \nAge Restrictions \n\n\n\n\n\n18+ \nTickets\n£23 Standard\n£28 On the door \nBook this event online or email the box office at boxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk
URL:https://community.serclients.space/event/barrioke-baz-out-of-hell-2/
LOCATION:The Quarterhouse\, CT20 1BN
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