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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend in Groombridge

10 picks around Groombridge, from 8 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.

25–26 July Near Groombridge

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.

Happening Saturday 25 July to Sunday 26 July.
Picked for Groombridge, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.

Our 10 picks near Groombridge

All Together Worship - Upper Church1

All Together Worship - Upper Church

at St Peter's Church

A relaxed and informal approach to worship. There is an all-age talk in the first part of the service, followed by Junior Church activities for the young people, while the service continues for adults with a sermon and intercessions. For those who wish to attend Communion, there will be a Common Worship Holy Communion Service at the Old Church at 11:30 am on the same day as this service.

6.3 milesSun 26 Jul09:30
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Religion & Spirituality

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Bonkers Bingo! - Family Link Christmas Fundraiser4

Bonkers Bingo! - Family Link Christmas Fundraiser

at Community Links Bromley

Family Link is hosting an exciting community event called Bonkers Bingo. The event will take place on Saturday 25th July, starting from 6pm, at the Orpington Methodist Church located at 19 Sevenoaks Road, BR6 9JH. Tickets cost £10 for 5 rounds of bingo. The evening promises plenty of entertainment, including bonkers prizes, dancing and fun, alongside refreshments like hot drinks and cakes. Those interested in attending are asked to buy their tickets directly from Kenzie by calling or messaging https://www.familylinkcharity.com/events-fundraising/ [1: 'https://www.familylinkcharity.com/events-fundraising/'] *Please note: this event is not delivered by Community Links Bromley. Contact Family Link [2] for further information on the event* [1] https://www.familylinkcharity.com/events-fundraising/ [2] https://www.familylinkcharity.com/contact-us/

21.2 milesSat 25 Jul19:00£10
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Children & Family
Handmade Pasta Workshop5

Handmade Pasta Workshop

at Open Bakery Artisan Bakery Lessons

In this afternoon workshop, Tommaso will show you how make the perfect pasta dough; he’ll then guide you through two traditional pasta shapes (Malloreddus and Orecchiettte) ; as well as one filled lemon and basil ricotta ravioli pasta; all rolled and shaped by hand! He will communally cook and talk you through how to cook your ravioli and show you how to make a classic herb butter sauce. At the end is an opportunity to informally enjoy your cooked ravioli with fellow class mates. The rest or your uncooked pasta will be boxed up for you to take home and enjoy - great frozen for another day!

24.6 milesSat 25 Jul14:00£60.00
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Workshops & Classes
Exhibition: Daniel Regan: (be)longing6

Exhibition: Daniel Regan: (be)longing

at Bethlem Gallery

Installation view. Image courtesy Daniel Regan Share this event Daniel Regan: (be)longing Bethlem Gallery22 April – 11 July 2026 Open 9.30am – 5pm, Wednesday – Saturday This exhibition explores Daniel Regan’s long-held complex relationship to a sense of belonging. The works touch on family estrangement, cultural heritage, queerness and neurodivergent identity through mixed-media works. The culmination of works […]

20.4 milesSun 26 Jul
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Arts & Culture
Sunday Special7

Sunday Special

at St Mary's Church

This is our group for children aged between 3 years and 11 years. We meet on the 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays of the month, starting in the Church then moving over to the the hall for a time of teaching through stories and craft. We then return to the Church for Communion or the end of the service. We would love for your little ones to join us and learn more of the stories of Jesus.

23.2 milesSun 26 Jul10:30
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Community
Screen printing workshop8

Screen printing workshop

at Little River Press

If you have a Gift Card and wish to book this workshop, please get in touch at 11:00-16:00 An in-depth introduction to screen printing perfect for beginners or as a refresher. This course covers all aspects of screen printing: from coating the screens to different ways to make...

24.2 milesSat 25 Jul
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Workshops & Classes
Screen printing workshop9

Screen printing workshop

at Little River Press

If you have a Gift Card and wish to book this workshop, please get in touch at 11:00-16:00 An in-depth introduction to screen printing perfect for beginners or as a refresher. This course covers all aspects of screen printing: from coating the screens to different ways to make...

24.2 milesSat 25 Jul12:00
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Workshops & Classes
Abseiling Taster10Free! (worth double-checking)

Abseiling Taster

at Hatt Adventures

If you’ve ever wanted to try abseiling but felt nervous about heights, our Abseiling Taster session is the perfect place to start. Held indoors on our purpose-built 15ft abseil wall, this session is designed to gently introduce you to the sport in a safe and supportive environment. Whether you’re preparing for a charity abseil, looking to gain confidence before a bigger challenge, or just curious about trying something new, our taster course will give you the essential skills you need.

24.4 milesSat 25 Jul
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Community

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