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Papermaking workshop with Deborah Crofts.
2025-04-14 06:30 - 20:30 (Europe/London) | Kollectiv, 69 Old High Street, CT20 1RN
Back by popular demand. All materials provided. £15

Wild Science at The Quarterhouse
2025-04-15 11:00 - 12:00 | The Quarterhouse, CT20 1BN
Wild Science Easter Adventure!

This Easter, swap the traditional egg hunt for a thrilling Easter Wild Science Event! Instead of searching for eggs, children will embark on an exciting animal discovery-meeting fascinating creatures up close!
An interactive Easter-themed workshop led by our expert entertainers, who keep kids engaged from start to finish.
A chance to touch, hold, and learn about a variety of amazing animals, from mammals and reptiles to invertebrates!
Join us for an Easter adventure that’s wild, educational, and unforgettable!
Tickets
£7 Adult
£6 Child
£1 0-6 Months
£3 Unwaged
Book this event online or email the box office at boxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk

Easter Egg Rolling Competition
2025-04-17 11:00 - 16:00 | El Cortador, 41 The Old High Street, FOLKESTONE, Kent, CT20, United Kingdom
Are you ready to roll?
Join us for some Easter holiday fun along The Old High Street in Folkestone!
– Drop in anytime between 11.00- 2.00 to decorate your card board racing egg. There will be a prize for the best decorated egg so get creative! All ages welcome! (Yes, that includes adults!)
– Join in the big rolling competition at 3pm outside El Cortador to see whose egg will roll the furthest down our cobbled street! Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd furthest (and a little gift for all participants)
– Can you find the hidden Easter eggs along The Old High Street? Decipher the written clues to find each spot and collect your eggs! Start your hunt at Shane Record gallery at the top of the hill anytime between 11.00 and 4.00pm. Where will you find them?
This event is completely funded by the shop keepers of The Old High Street and is free for all to attend. Donations towards the event are appreciated but not expected, this money goes towards funding future events.

This is Me
2025-04-17 19:00 - 21:00 | The Tower Theatre, North Road Shorncliffe, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3HL
Come and join us for this feel-good fabulous showcase of music and dance, performed by children who have attended the 4-day Easter workshop. This is Me is a celebration about who we are, self-acceptance and loving yourself. Be ready for some well known tunes, great dance and creativity.
Tickets:
Standard – £8
Doors open one hour before the performance.

The Comedy Night That’s Taking the UK by Storm
2025-04-17 19:30 - 22:00 | The Quarterhouse, CT20 1BN
Chump’s burst onto the comedy scene in 2023, earning a reputation as one of the UK’s most exciting and diverse nights of live comedy. Known for attracting top-tier talent and fresh new acts, Chump’s has thrilled buzzing, sold-out audiences across the country.
For the Spring edition of Chump’s Comedy Club we are delighted to be welcoming:
Phil Wang
Phil Wang recently released his second Netflix special ‘Wang In There, Baby!’. You may have seen that, or his previous Netflix special ‘Philly Philly Wang Wang’, or seen him on Live At The Apollo, Taskmaster, Have I Got News For You, Graham Norton or David Letterman… or in WONKA singing and dancing with Timothée Chalamet!?
Harriet Kemsley
Harriet is a multi award-winning comedian who’s latest show is about break-ups, sloths and trying to think positively while everything descends into absolute chaos.As seen on Live at the Apollo, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, Hypothetical and Off Menu.
Lorna Rose Treen
Lorna Rose Treen is a multi-award-winning character comedian, writer, actor and improviser based in London. She stars in her self-written Radio 4 comedy series ‘Time of the Week’ on BBC Radio 4, a surreal parody of women’s news and current affairs shows. She’s won multiple awards including Chortle’s Best Alternative Act, DAVE’S best Joke of the Fringe and Chortle Best Newcomer.
Josh Weller
Star of The Witcher (killed off after two episodes) and A Gentleman in Moscow (killed off after one episode). His online sketches have views in the hundreds of millions and he’s widely hated by Red Hot Chili Peppers fans and F1 fans all over the world.
Hosted by Alfie Packham
Alfie Packham appeared in the BBC New Comedy Awards 2024 and won the Max Turner Comedy Prize 2022. He is also a writer for BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz, The Now Show and The Guardian.
After a sensational debut at Quarterhouse, headlined by the brilliant Spencer Jones, Chump’s returns this spring with another unmissable show. Mark your calendars for Thursday 17 April and get ready to laugh your socks off with a brand-new lineup of comedy stars.
Don’t miss your chance to experience the comedy night everyone’s talking about. Book your tickets now!

Thu 17 Apr 2025, 7.45pm (Doors open 6:45pm)
Age Restrictions
14+, under 16’s to be accompanied by an adult
Tickets
£16 standard
Book this event online or email the box office at boxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk

Folkestone Fishing Museum
2025-04-18 10:30 - 16:00 | Folkestone Fishing Museum, 2 Radnor Street, Ovendon Building, Folkestone, CT19 6AQ
Reopens 18 April, 10.30am-4pm daily

Folkestone Art Society Masterclasses
2025-04-19 13:00 - 16:00 | Folkestone Baptist Church, 135 Hill Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 6LY, United Kingdom
https://folkestoneartsociety.org.uk/masterclasses/
Masterclasses are held at Baptist church, 135 Hill Rd, Folkestone CT19 6LY £15 (members), £20 (non-members)
19 April, 1-4pm.
Portraiture in charcoal. artist John Hoffman.

Folkestone On Song – The Luxon Amit Singing Bursary
2025-04-25 19:00 - 21:00 | The Green Room, The Grand,, Folkestone, Select a State:, CT20 2XL, United Kingdom
25 – 27 April 2025. In memory of Benjamin Luxon and Sheila Amit, great singers and artists, and encouragers of singers, especially in Kent.
Providing five £1000 Bursaries to singers aged 18-22 studying singing in the UK.
First round auditions via video audition -one song and one operatic/oratorio aria. Live final to take place 26th April in Folkestone. Judges: David Willison, Anna Tilbrook, James Gilchrist and Daniel and Rachel Luxon.
On April 25th at 7pm at The Grand, we will pay tribute to the lives and careers of Benjamin Luxon and Sheila Amit Luxon in the company of David Willison, accompanist, Matthew Rose, bass, Daniel and Rachel Luxon.
James Gilchrist and Anna Tilbrook will be performing a recital on 26th April, 3pm at The Grand with songs by Quilter, Faure, Mahler, Boulanger and Muriel Herbert.
There will be a masterclass morning 27th April for all finalists with Anna Tilbrook, James Gilchrist and Matthew Rose.
We will provide accommodation and help with travel costs for all participants.
TO APPLY FOR THE BURSARY PLEASE VISIT AUDITION ORACLE
For all enquiries relating to FOLKESTONE ON SONG please email onsong@soundsfolkestone.co.uk

Boot & Spring Fayre
2025-04-26 | Lord Whisky Animal Sanctuary, Stelling Minnis, Kent, CT4 6AN, United Kingdom
In aid of the Lord Whisky Animal Sanctuary.
Entertainment included in entry – Canterbury Pipe Band; Sunset Alley Band; Punch & Judy; Classic Cars and much more.
Admission by donation. Plenty of parking
Tel: 01303 862622 for information
Cars £10 Vans £15

Do You Have The Skills You Need To Lead Your Own Life?
2025-04-26 09:30 - 17:30 | The Workshop, 32-40 Tontine Street, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 1JU, United Kingdom
Workshop for young people (16-25) and a parent or guardian.
Success in work and life isn’t just about what you know—it’s about how you think, show up in the world and what skills you bring as an individual.
Young people need opportunities like this workshop to gain real experience, learn useful tools and practice the human skills that matter most.
Whether it’s UCAS applications, job opportunities, or future travel, the right skills and experience can set you apart and build you up.
Learn how to think flexibly, plan effectively, and take action intentionally —so you can shape your own path with confidence, wherever life takes you next…

HOW MUCH?

Because we want your your feedback on our earliest workshops, we will have a sliding scale of affordability – from as little as £30 per family pair.
(This is a 90% discount on our anticipated price.)
The Details
These are practical, hands-on workshops using tried-and-tested methods usually used with leaders and teams. We’re not diluting anything—just adapting the same powerful approach to help you build real skills for life and work, in ways that feel relevant and useful for you.
We already use these methods with senior teams and leaders, and they make a real impact. Now we’re inviting you to help shape how they can work best for different people and communities too.: hello@commonthirds.co
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING
Come just as you are. Wear whatever makes you feel comfortable. Bring a packed lunch if you like—or feel free to pop out and grab something during the break. Bring whatever you enjoy using to jot down thoughts (we’re big fans of a joyful pen!)

https://www.commonthirds.co/workshop

WALK: Folkestone’s Lost Heritage -A walking tour by Mark Hourahane
2025-04-26 14:00 - 17:00 | Community Room, The Bayle, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 1SQ, United Kingdom
ABOUT THE TALK

We will take a walk around Folkestone, looking at its architecture to gain an appreciation of the heritage that has been retained and buildings at risk. Through pictures, we will also get a glimpse of the past and those buildings that have been lost – as well as plans that didn’t come to fruition.
The walk should take 2-3 hours and is mostly along relatively level ground including The Leas. There may be a few cobblestones and gradients, e.g. the pedestrian precinct.
We would recommend sensible walking shoes, appropriate dress for the weather, bringing any walking aids you may need and sun protection if it is a bright day.
If the weather is particularly inclement, the walk can be given in the comfort of The Community Room as a slideshow presentation.
The walk starts and ends in The Community Room on The Bayle. Refreshments will be provided upon return.
ONLINE BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL! Places are limited. See below for Booking Information. If you have issues booking online, please New Folkestone Society
Or treasurer@newfolkestonesociety.org.uk or www.ticketsource.co.uk/newfolkestonesociety

Bayle Music at The Grand
2025-04-26 15:00 - 17:00 | The Green Room, The Grand,, Folkestone, Select a State:, CT20 2XL, United Kingdom
James Gilchrist (tenor) and Anna Tilbrook (piano)
£15 per ticket
All enquiries for Bayle Music 07723767624

James Gilchrist (tenor) & Anna Tilbrook (piano)
2025-04-26 15:00 - 17:00 | The Green Room, The Grand,, Folkestone, Select a State:, CT20 2XL, United Kingdom
Promoter
Bayle Music

James Gilchrist. One of Britain’s leading tenors began his working life as a doctor, turning to a full- time career in music in 1996. He sang first as a chorister in the choir of New College, Oxford, and later as a choral scholar at King’s College, Cambridge. James’ extensive concert repertoire has seen him perform in major concert halls throughout the world.
Anna Tilbrook is one of Britain’s most exciting pianists, with a considerable reputation in song recitals and chamber music. She made her debut at the Wigmore Hall in 1999 and has since become a regular performer at Europe’s major concert halls and festivals.
This is her second Bayle Music appearance.

Ticket Prices
£15 online or on the door

Booking
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/bayle-music

To add your name to the Bayle Music email circulation list please send your contact details to bayleman@gmail.com

Paint and Sip Night
2025-04-26 19:00 - 21:30 | Keppels, The Grand,, CT20 2XL
Paint & Sip night. £25 including a glass of prosecco. All materials supplied. For bookings, email hello@blessyaart.co.uk
https://www.blessyaart.co.uk/

With Ibby Fundraiser
2025-04-26 19:30 - 21:30 | The Tower Theatre, North Road Shorncliffe, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3HL
..with Ibby are a group of local heroes, who raise money to enable young children with special needs to enjoy days out and experiences.
We create precious memories for vulnerable families, giving them valuable life experiences. With your help, we will be able to continue to support families and children in need.
Please join us for an evening of music, comedy, variety and live bands. We are delighted that the evening will be hosted by the fabulous Dita Garbo from Punk & Plume.
Together we can do this…with Ibby.
Confirmed Acts (Keep an eye open for updated acts!)

The fabulous voice of Karen-Marie Brough
The superb synth duo Crimson Medici
The talented Miss D Sparkles has agreed to perform her mix of comedy and song.

About Ibby
Ibby inspired so many people during his short life, with his contagious smile and can do attitude.
We intend to continue his legacy by creating a page where people can donate in his memory or use this page for raising money towards a well needed minibus for the school through organizing or taking part in their own events under the “….with Ibby” banner.
Over the past year Ibby spent a lot of time in hospital and was unable to complete some of the things he loved i.e swimming, visiting new places, making new friends or just feeling the wind on his face through the open window of the minibus as he embarked on his next adventure. He has sadly left us now, and we hope to continue to raise money for children like Ibby in his memory.
If you would like to add a donation to our funding page, please click here
Tickets:
Standard – £12.50
May contain adult material
Doors open one hour before the performance

Would You Like to Walk and Talk?
2025-04-30 18:30 - 19:30 | The Leas Bandstand, The Leas Folkestone, Folkestone, Select a State:, CT20 2XL, United Kingdom
Every two weeks like minded individuals who are facing some of life’s challenges come to talk, listen or just walk.
Feel free to join them at #wegotya

Saltwood Choral Society present Mendelssohn Songs of Praise
2025-04-30 19:30 - 21:30 | Saltwood primary School, Grange Road, Saltwood, Kent, CT21, United Kingdom
Tamar File and Angela Scott-Smith (sopranos); Instrumental items from Nathan Winter (clarinet) and Janet Hughes (accompanist).
Tickets £10 on the door

Hoola Hoop Classes Spring Sessions
2025-05-04 13:30 - 15:00 | Block 67, CT20 1JG
Get fit, have fun, and learn by a Guiness World Record Holder!
Adult Classes / All levels
email: FOLKESTONEHULAHOOPERS@gmail.com
instagram @ Folkestone HulaHoopersHoola Hoop classes 04, 11, 18 MAY

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Music in May Festival 2025 – Grand Opening Party
2025-05-04 14:00 - 18:00 | The Quarterhouse, CT20 1BN
Sunday, 4th May 2025
Main Show: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
After Party: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Following the tremendous success of the past two years, we’re thrilled to announce another spectacular event to kick off the Music in May Festival 2025 at The Quarterhouse!
Main Show:
Prepare to be amazed as an 8 piece house band of highly skilled professional musicians takes the stage, accompanying 16 of Folkestone’s finest vocal talents. This showcase will highlight the impressive local talent that makes Folkestone proud to be The World’s First Music Town.

Showtime: Starts at 2:00 PM
First Half: Approximately 45 minutes
Intermission: 20-minute break
Second Half: Approximately 45 minutes

After Party:
From 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, join us upstairs at the Clearing Bar for an unforgettable after-party featuring local legend DJ Dolly Doowop, spinning popular tunes perfect for the whole family. Expect special guests and surprises to keep the energy high!
Tickets:

Adults: £10
Under 18s: £5
Children under 5: Free

Don’t miss this fantastic start to a month-long celebration of music, community, and culture.

Angela Barnes: Angst!
2025-05-08 20:00 - 22:00 | The Quarterhouse, CT20 1BN
Join award-winning comedian Angela Barnes, star of Mock The Week and Live at the Apollo, for her brand-new stand-up show. Angela, a self-confessed worrier, will share stories of unmitigated failure, questionable wisdom, and plenty of laughs. From successful moments to the downright ridiculous, her sharp wit will keep you entertained throughout.
A regular guest on BBC’s The News Quiz and co-host of the comedy history podcast We Are History, Angela’s last tour, Hot Mess, was critically acclaimed and filmed as a special on ITVX. Her credits also include 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and House of Games.
Don’t miss this hilarious evening of stand-up from one of the UK’s most relatable comedians!
Follow Angela Barnes on Twitter for updates.
“She’s just a gloriously down-to-earth, straight-talking, and extremely funny comic.” – The Guardian

Age Restrictions
14+, under 16’s to be accompanied by an adult
Tickets
£17
Book this event online or email the box office at boxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk

Quarterhouse Lates: Music in May - Knowwhere
2025-05-09 20:00 - 22:00 | The Quarterhouse, CT20 1BN
Knowwhere isn’t your typical Party. London born, nearly 2 decades ago. With the mission to create a happy, welcoming space for clubbers to enjoy themselves, without fear or prejudice. Nearly 20 years on, it’s time to party in Folkestone. Playing BangingUpliftingTrance&Dance
Edele Andaya
Hailing from the heart of London’s electronic music scene, Edele Andaya has been captivating dancefloors for over 20 years. A true icon behind the decks, Edele’s ability to seamlessly fuse the nostalgia of epic vinyl sets with the precision of modern digital mixing has earned her a devoted following and cemented her reputation as one of the finest DJs in the industry.
As a resident DJ for Peach London, Edele has become a cornerstone of the UK’s trance community, delivering electrifying performances that embody the spirit of the genre. Her sets are a journey, moving from euphoric highs to driving beats, with her passion for music shining through every track she plays.
Edele’s career is studded with appearances at some of London’s most legendary venues, including KOKO, the iconic Ministry of Sound, and the world-renowned Fabric. Beyond the capital, she has graced the stages of UK festivals and international events, leaving an unforgettable mark wherever she performs.
Not just a force behind the decks, Edele is also making waves in the studio. With a deep love for trance production, she is currently working on an exciting slate of original music set to release in 2025. Fans can expect her tracks to embody the same energy, emotion, and timeless quality that have defined her DJ sets.
With her unmatched skill, undeniable passion, and dedication to pushing the boundaries of trance, Edele Andaya continues to inspire and energize audiences worldwide. Whether she’s spinning vinyl classics or crafting modern masterpieces, Edele is a name that resonates deeply within the hearts of trance enthusiasts everywhere.
Stay tuned for more from Edele Andaya – the journey has only just begun.
Custard
Custard is a trance, house and techno DJ (Digital & Vinyl). From the deeper progressive side, through all the alternative, classic & uplifting trance genres, to the harder end of the spectrum with hard trance/house and acid techno. Past residencies include Planet Angel, Boundless and Chilled in a Field Festival, and for over 20 years he has consistently entertained London clubs and UK festivals. Major highlights having graced the decks for Trance Sanctuary, Peach Goes Hard, Euphoria, Tidy, The Gallery, Innovate and Knowwhere. His sets are always tailored to suit; he can warm the dance floor, keep it flowing with peak time sets and finish off the party with a big bang; always specifically aimed at the event sending people home with a big smile on their faces. As a producer he is 1/3 of the Nexus 3 collaboration with the uplifting big room trance releases ‘State of Wonder and ‘Last Flight’ on Discover Records, plus remix duty on Activa’s ‘Temper’ on the To the Point remixed album.
Anthony Dean
Anthony has been knocking around the Dance music scene since 1995. Living in Bournemouth his dad opened one of the first Gay clubs called Oz which was packed out every Wednesday-Sunday every week for 3 years. Anthony also ran promotions in Southampton for students with headliners such as John digweed, sasha and Tony De Vit.
In 1997 Anthony moved back to London and started to run party’s in the Rocket on The Holloway Road in Islington, Live2Dance bosted big name DJs such as Lisa Lashes, John OO Fleming, Lisa PinUp to name a few, pushing him for a residency.
It wasn’t long before he was taken under the wing of some of the big players in the music industry and ran the party’s, up and down the country, for the well known Trance CD brand Euphoria, alongside running his own night with partner Pablo and then Stevie, Knowwhere.
Anthony has released a few productions all being signed and 1 of them being the final release on the well known Trance label Platipus.
Miles Gorfy
Dance music pioneer Miles Gorfy isn’t just another name in the scene – he’s a force of nature that’s been electrifying dancefloors for a quarter century. A true HarderFaster.net legend, his signature uplifting style has become the soundtrack to unforgettable nights across the globe.
As Music Director of the legendary HarderFaster Xmas Party and former host of HDM @ Club 414, Miles knows how to transform intimate venues into epicenters of euphoria. From the sun-soaked beaches of Ibiza to the pulsing heart of festivals like Magical and Chilled in a Field, his sets have become the stuff of legend.
Having commanded the decks at iconic brands including Trance Sanctuary, Peach, Frantic, and Sundissential, Miles doesn’t just play music – he crafts journeys. His magnetic presence and masterful track selection have earned him an unshakeable reputation in the international dance music community.
When Miles Gorfy steps up to the decks, you don’t just hear the music – you feel it in your soul. Get ready for a masterclass in dancefloor destruction from one of electronic music’s most explosive talents.
Squibbs
“I am a DJ from the south east of Kent, heavily inspired by artists like Tristan, rajja ram, laughing buddah and K.I.M. I strive to get the dancefloor going with hypnotic rhythms and continuous basslines, having always had a passion for music and self expression through dance”
https://www.creativefolkestone.org.uk/whats-on/quarterhouse-lates-music-in-may-knowwhere/

Museum Masterclass: Who Do We Think We Are?Family Workshop, Masterclass
2025-05-10 10:00 - 16:00 | Folkestone Museum
This museum masterclass looks at aspects of the archaeology of human evolution, migration, ancestry, and ethnicity. For thousands of years, people from across the world have come to Britain for many different reasons: to trade, to settle down – and occasionally to pillage and run off again. So who do we think we are?

In this masterclass, we look at the different ways we can find out about where people in the past came from, recent advances in archaeological genetics, and what objects can tell us about people and their identity. We also look at genetic testing and what it can (and cannot) tell you about your personal ancestry and heritage.
Led by Dr Andrew Richardson FRSA, Director of Isle Heritage CIC.
Tea and coffee are provided – please bring your own lunch!
Book your place on Billetto: https://billetto.co.uk/e/archaeology-masterclass-who-do-we-think-we-are-tickets-1202389

Folkestone Academy Skatepark Grand Opening
2025-05-10 11:00 - 16:00 | Folkestone Skatepark, Folkestone Academy, Academy Lane, FOLKESTONE, Kent, CT19 5FP, United Kingdom
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Join Us for the Grand Opening of Folkestone Academy’s Skatepark!
We’re thrilled to invite members of our local community, young and old, to celebrate the grand opening of the very first skatepark built in a school in the country!
Come along and enjoy an action-packed day, featuring:
Skate Schools: Local coaches will be on hand to teach children and beginners the basics of skateboarding in a fun, supportive environment.
Skate Jam: Watch as skaters compete in thrilling group challenges, showcasing their tricks and creativity. It’s all about the style, not just completing a run!
Prizes: Exciting prizes will be up for grabs for the most impressive skaters.
Music, food and drink throughout the day!
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a curious newcomer, there’s something for everyone at this free event. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this historic moment for Folkestone’s skate community!

Flock Improv presents Gulls Just Want To Have Fun
2025-05-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Market Square, Folkestone, CT20 1EY
In this improvisational comedy show, members of Folkestone improv troupe Flock Improv will make stuff up on the spot in response to audience suggestions. Expect daft humour and surreal situations. If you like Whose Line Is It Anyway, you’ll love this show.

Flock Improv is a Folkestone-based improv troupe. Regular players include Ribs Norman, Neil David Alexander Dillon, Jason Delplanque, Chris Gage, Sandra Virgo, & Erika Taylor. Visit linktr.ee/flockimprov to find out where and when we are playing next.

Disco Party Bingo @ The Grand Burstin Hotel
2025-05-10 19:30 - 22:00 | The Grand Burstin Hotel, Folkestone, CT20 1TX
Kent’s best music bingo night is coming to Folkestone!

🎶 A night of the biggest party tunes from across six decades, alongside our fantastic games and competitions. Including our very own Disco Party Bingo! Ditch the numbers and mark off the iconic anthems from your Disco Party Bingo game card and party your way to Big Cash Prizes!
Your ticket includes 3 rounds of Disco Party Bingo!!
Additional pay to play games available on the night.
Party through from when the doors open til late with DJ Garlick.
Useful Info
Please allow 3.5 hours for all games to be played.
Arrive early to get the best seats.
All drinks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic, will be served by the venue. Please drink responsibly.
Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled or postponed. Tickets through Ticket Source
Price
Ticket price
£18.50*
*booking fee applies

18+ only. Photo ID will be required to claim any prize.
The venue operates a challenge 25 policy.

Folkestone Early Music presents Devine & Kate Semmens
2025-05-11 15:00 - 17:00 | The Green Room, The Grand,, Folkestone, Select a State:, CT20 2XL, United Kingdom
Artists:
Steven Devine – ​fortepiano
Kate Summons – soprano

Programme:
Mozart: songs (after 1781)- An Chloe, K 524 • Als Luise die Briefe. K 520 • Abendempfindung an Laura, K 523
Haydn: Trost unglucklicher Liebe Abschiedslied
Mozart: Piano Sonata in A minor K310 (1778)- Allegro maestoso • Andante cantabile con espressione • Presto
Haydn: Arianna a Naxos HobXXVIb:2 (c.1789)

Tickets:

ticketsource.co.uk/booking/select/rbbbbmezpdle

50+ tickets available

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Leas Lift Heritage Walk
2025-05-13 14:00 - 15:30 | Leas Lift, FOLKESTONE, Kent, CT20 2DR, United Kingdom
Take a leisurely stroll along the beautiful Leas promenade and discover the stories behind one of Folkestone’s most iconic landmarks

This flat, all-abilities walk begins at the Upper Station of the historic Leas Lift and follows the clifftop path along The Leas, offering panoramic sea views and an introduction to the area’s rich history. From the origins of the Victorian resort to the development of the Leas Lift itself, our guide will share fascinating insights into the heritage that shaped this part of the town.
Perfect for all ages and fitness levels, the route is fully accessible and offers a relaxed pace with plenty of time to soak up the scenery.
What to expect:

A gentle, level walk suitable for all abilities
Fascinating stories about the Leas Lift and the surrounding area
Breathtaking views of the coastline
A friendly, inclusive atmosphere—families and dogs welcome

Please arrive five minutes before the start time so we can begin promptly.
Rediscover the heritage on your doorstep and enjoy a peaceful afternoon walk through Folkestone’s past.

Starting Point: Leas Lift (Upper Station)
Duration: 90 minutes
Free Event

Royal Ballet & Opera: Die Walkure
2025-05-14 17:00 - 19:30 | The Quarterhouse, CT20 1BN
Immerse yourself in the epic drama of Die Walküre, the second chapter of Wagner’s monumental Ring Cycle. In this powerful continuation of the mythical saga, gods and mortals clash in a tale of love, betrayal, and destiny.
Following the critically acclaimed Das Rheingold in 2023, conductor Antonio Pappano and director Barrie Kosky reunite to bring Wagner’s sweeping score and larger-than-life characters to the stage. Featuring some of opera’s most iconic moments, including the thrilling Ride of the Valkyries, this production is a tour de force of music and storytelling.
Filmed live at the Royal Opera House, this cinematic screening captures the grandeur and intensity of Wagner’s masterpiece, complete with stunning performances, breathtaking sets, and powerful orchestration.
Whether you’re a seasoned opera lover or new to Wagner’s world, Die Walküre offers an unforgettable experience of passion and myth brought vividly to life.
This event is a screening. Doors open 4.15p.m.

Tickets
£14 Standard
£12 Concession
Book this event online or email the box office at boxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk

A Midsummer Night's Dream
2025-05-15 19:30 - 21:30 | The Tower Theatre, North Road Shorncliffe, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3HL
FHODS are delighted to present a Shakespeare classic and favourite – A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
Hermia and Lysander are deeply in love, but Hermia’s father wants her to marry Demetrius. Demetrius is pursued by Helena, whose passion goes painfully unrequited.
When the Duke Theseus tells Hermia that she must obey her father or else die or enter a convent, she and Lysander flee into a nearby wood, where they are followed by Demetrius and Helena. In another part of Athens, a group of artisans – or ‘mechanicals’ – are rehearsing a play to be performed at Duke Theseus’ and Hippolyta’s impending nuptials. The actors are earnest if not very skilful, and they, too, make plans to rendezvous in the same wood.
The wood in fact is a magical realm ruled by Oberon and Titania, the king and queen of the fairies. Yet all is not right, even among enchanted creatures.
The fairy couple are arguing over custody of an Indian boy, who, like Hippolyta, has been taken far from home. Oberon commands his chief mischief-maker, Puck, to play a wild trick on the queen. Puck is to place the juice from a magical flower on Titania’s eyes while she sleeps. This will make her fall in love with the first person she sees when she wakes up.
One of the actors, Nick Bottom, undergoes a shocking transformation into an ass as a result of Puck’s tricks. Titania wakes and falls wildly in love with Bottom. Meanwhile, the young lovers are made to suffer the pain of betrayal, but eventually learn the transformational power of magic and love. In the end all that was brought to confusion is set right again. Oberon and Puck undo their magic, releasing Titania and returning Bottom to human form. They make Helena, Hermia, Demetrius and Lysander believe they’ve merely been dreaming.
Lysander and Hermia are to be married, as are Demetrius and Helena. Theseus and Hippolyta’s royal wedding party is treated to the mechanicals’ farcical production, a reminder that love – like putting on a play – is best suited for dreamers, poets, and fools.
Tickets:
Stalls: Standard – £18 | Members – £16 | Under 18s – £14
Gallery: Standard – £16 | Members – £14 | Under 18s – £12

Thursday
15 May 2025 | 19:30

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Friday
16 May 2025 | 19:30

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Saturday
17 May 2025 | 14:30

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Saturday
17 May 2025 | 19:30

Doors open one hour before the performance

FHODS are delighted to present a Shakespeare classic and favourite - A Midsummer Night's Dream.
2025-05-15 19:30 - 21:30 | The Tower Theatre, North Road Shorncliffe, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3HL
Hermia and Lysander are deeply in love, but Hermia’s father wants her to marry Demetrius. Demetrius is pursued by Helena, whose passion goes painfully unrequited.
When the Duke Theseus tells Hermia that she must obey her father or else die or enter a convent, she and Lysander flee into a nearby wood, where they are followed by Demetrius and Helena. In another part of Athens, a group of artisans – or ‘mechanicals’ – are rehearsing a play to be performed at Duke Theseus’ and Hippolyta’s impending nuptials. The actors are earnest if not very skilful, and they, too, make plans to rendezvous in the same wood.
The wood in fact is a magical realm ruled by Oberon and Titania, the king and queen of the fairies. Yet all is not right, even among enchanted creatures.
The fairy couple are arguing over custody of an Indian boy, who, like Hippolyta, has been taken far from home. Oberon commands his chief mischief-maker, Puck, to play a wild trick on the queen. Puck is to place the juice from a magical flower on Titania’s eyes while she sleeps. This will make her fall in love with the first person she sees when she wakes up.
One of the actors, Nick Bottom, undergoes a shocking transformation into an ass as a result of Puck’s tricks. Titania wakes and falls wildly in love with Bottom. Meanwhile, the young lovers are made to suffer the pain of betrayal, but eventually learn the transformational power of magic and love. In the end all that was brought to confusion is set right again. Oberon and Puck undo their magic, releasing Titania and returning Bottom to human form. They make Helena, Hermia, Demetrius and Lysander believe they’ve merely been dreaming.
Lysander and Hermia are to be married, as are Demetrius and Helena. Theseus and Hippolyta’s royal wedding party is treated to the mechanicals’ farcical production, a reminder that love – like putting on a play – is best suited for dreamers, poets, and fools.
Tickets:
Stalls: Standard – £18 | Members – £16 | Under 18s – £14
Gallery: Standard – £16 | Members – £14 | Under 18s – £12
Doors open one hour before the performance
