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Community

Drawing Workshops at the Bridge Chamber

Drawing Workshop: A View Through a Window

Wed 22 JulRochester Bridge Trust(4.5mi)

via Rochester Bridge TrustLocal gem

Children & Family

Little Lambs Stay and Play

Little Lambs Stay and Play is a fun and interactive session for babies, toddlers and their carers, with Bible stories, songs, crafts, snacks and plenty of coffee (for the adults).

Wed 22 Jul10:00St John's Church(3.5mi)

via St John's Church

Children & Family

[X] Little Lambs Stay and Play

Little Lambs Stay and Play is a fun and interactive session for babies, toddlers and their carers, with Bible stories, songs, crafts, snacks and plenty of coffee (for the adults).

Wed 22 Jul10:00St John's Church(3.5mi)

via St John's Church

Community

Community Hub

Time: Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 09:00Details: Location: Brassey CentrePostcode: ME20 7QR

Wed 22 Jul10:00The Brassey Centre(4.4mi)

via The Brassey Centre

Religion & Spirituality

Church Open

Time: Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 10:00Details: Location: In ChurchPostcode: ME20 7BB

Wed 22 Jul11:00The Brassey Centre(4.4mi)

via The Brassey Centre

Community

Youth CONNECT

A brand new opportunity for 11 to 18 year olds to socialise and to grow in faith together. The first half of our time together is spent getting to know each other better, with lots of fun, free toast and hot chocolate - during the second half of the session we have a short time of worship and look at what it means to live as followers of Christ. If you need any more information please

Wed 22 Jul17:45Emmaus Christian Centre(3.4mi)

via Emmaus Christian Centre

Festivals & EventsHistory & HeritageTalks & Lectures

Around £14

River Maidstone festival talk

Author-photographer David R Abram presents an illustrated talk exploring the connection between prehistoric sites and ancient waterways, coinciding with the Medway River Pilgrimage 2026.

Wed 22 Jul20:00Maidstone Museum(4.7mi)

via Maidstone MuseumLocal gem

Live Music

Choir Practice

St Margaret’s Church High Street Rainham Kent ME8 7JH Directions July 22, 2026 Every Week 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm Choir Practice Every Wednesday 7.30pm – 8.30pm In church. Related

Wed 22 Jul20:30St. Margarets Millennium Centre(2.5mi)

via St. Margarets Millennium CentreLocal gem

Community

Bell Ringing Practice

St Margaret’s Church High Street Rainham Kent ME8 7JH Directions July 15, 2026 Every Week 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm Bell Ringing Practice Every Wednesday 7.30pm – 9.00pm Church Tower Related

Wed 22 Jul20:30St. Margarets Millennium Centre(2.5mi)

via St. Margarets Millennium CentreLocal gem

Community

Bell Ringing Practice

St Margaret’s Church High Street Rainham Kent ME8 7JH Directions July 22, 2026 Every Week 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm Bell Ringing Practice Every Wednesday 7.30pm – 9.00pm Church Tower Related

Wed 22 Jul20:30St Margaret's Church, Rainham(2.6mi)

via St Margaret's Church, RainhamLocal gem

Community

Around £8.00

MedFringe Awards 2026

The Awards ceremony for the MedFringe Awards 2026

Thu 23 JulSpotlites Theatre(3.1mi)

via Spotlites TheatreLocal gem

Sports & Fitness

Genesis Football Medway

Genesis Football Medway is an exciting collaborative project between churches and Christian organisations in Medway, Medway Sport, Anchorians Football Club and Ambassadors Football. Our aim is to engage with marginalised and vulnerable adults, those homeless and vulnerably housed to see an increase in fitness, aspiration and positive relationships through a weekly opportunity to play football. If you're interested in joining us please just turn up or get in touch with us for more information.

Thu 23 Jul10:00Soccer Elite FA(2.2mi)

via Soccer Elite FA

Community

Community Larder – Just Say Hello Food Project

St Margaret’s Church High Street Rainham Kent ME8 7JH Directions July 16, 2026 Every Week 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Community Community Larder – Just Say Hello Food Project Every Thursday 10am – 12noon Community Larder Related

Thu 23 Jul11:00St. Margarets Millennium Centre(2.5mi)

via St. Margarets Millennium CentreLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Coffee Morning

St Margaret’s Church High Street Rainham Kent ME8 7JH Directions July 16, 2026 Every Week 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Coffee Morning Coffee, cake and chat. Everyone welcome. In church, 10am – 12 noon, Thursdays Free. Related

Thu 23 Jul11:00St. Margarets Millennium Centre(2.5mi)

via St. Margarets Millennium CentreLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Coffee Morning

St Margaret’s Church High Street Rainham Kent ME8 7JH Directions July 23, 2026 Every Week 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Coffee Morning Coffee, cake and chat. Everyone welcome. In church, 10am – 12 noon, Thursdays Free. Related

Thu 23 Jul11:00St Margaret's Church, Rainham(2.6mi)

via St Margaret's Church, RainhamLocal gem

Community

Community Larder – Just Say Hello Food Project

St Margaret’s Church High Street Rainham Kent ME8 7JH Directions July 23, 2026 Every Week 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Community Community Larder – Just Say Hello Food Project Every Thursday 10am – 12noon Community Larder Related

Thu 23 Jul11:00St Margaret's Church, Rainham(2.6mi)

via St Margaret's Church, RainhamLocal gem

Community

Café Open

Perched on the top floor of Sun Pier House, our café offers stunning panoramic views of the River Medway, stretching from Rochester Castle to Upnor Castle. This peaceful spot provides a welcome escape from the bustle of Chatham High Street and is the perfect place to soak up the atmosphere Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

Thu 23 Jul11:00Sun Pier House(3.7mi)

via Sun Pier House

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Venues with events near Gillingham (Medway)

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

St. Margarets Millennium Centre2.5 miles away St Margaret's Church, Rainham2.6 miles away Soccer Elite FA2.2 miles away

More about Gillingham (Medway)

Kent, England

Gillingham has nearby local names including Parkwood Community Centre, Soccer Elite FA and St Matthew's Church. We keep an eye on the useful dates around them, because local plans can be active, sociable or a good way to join in nearby. Near Here gathers event details around Gillingham in Medway so you can see what's happening without searching every website. Check the organiser's latest information before you head out.

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