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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend in Minster (Swale)

10 picks around Minster (Swale), from 7 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.

25–26 July Near Minster (Swale)

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 Minster (Swale), 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 Minster (Swale)

Saturday Late Afternoon Pottery Painting1Free! (worth double-checking)

Saturday Late Afternoon Pottery Painting

at House Of Glazed

Come along for our late afternoon saturday painting session. Pick which piece(s) you would like to get artsy with, pay at the till and enjoy your time in our studio decorating to your hearts content. Please note: cost of booking is studio fee and includes use of all glazes and firing, and * does not * include cost of the ceramic piece(s) you will be painting. Only participating painters pay a studio fee - add a £0 Non-painter ticket to make sure we have enough room for your whole group… Read more

9.3 milesSat 25 Jul
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Arts & Culture
Weekend Morning Pottery Painting2Free! (worth double-checking)

Weekend Morning Pottery Painting

at House Of Glazed

Come along for our early afternoon pottery painting session. Pick which piece(s) you would like to get artsy with, pay at the till and enjoy your time in our studio decorating to your hearts content. Please note: cost of booking is studio fee and includes use of all glazes and firing, and * does not * include cost of the ceramic piece(s) you will be painting. Only participating painters pay a studio fee - add a £0 Non-painter ticket to make sure we have enough room for your whole group… Read more

9.3 milesSat 25 Jul
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Arts & Culture

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53rd Swale Smack & Sailing Barge Match3

53rd Swale Smack & Sailing Barge Match

at Fleur De Lis Heritage Centre

Organised annually by the Kentish Sail Association, the race celebrates the rich heritage of the trading and fishing craft that once filled the Thames Estuary and north Kent coastline. Many of the vessels taking part are more than 100 years old and represent an important part of Britain’s maritime history.

8.3 milesSat 25 Jul
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Community
Karaoke5

Karaoke

at Medway Queen Paddle Steamer

This was a very popular event last year and we are happy to repeat it. £15.00 per person, from 7.00pm to 9.00pm. it promises to be a wonderful evening. We are expecting a high demand so book early to avoid disappointment. Bring your own snacks and nibbles, a good selection of drinks available from the bar. Book through Pam Bathurst:- or by ‘

10.9 milesSat 25 Jul20:00£15.00
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Live Music
Angel wing workshop6

Angel wing workshop

at Soulful Creations

Join me for a transformative and soul-nourishing creative experience on my Angel Wing Creative Workshop. In this hands-on workshop you'll craft your own symbolic angel wings, choosing your design, colour, affirmation while exploring themes of freedom, protection, self-love, intention and transformation. Whether you're

20.1 milesSat 25 Jul£95.00
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Workshops & Classes
Angel wing workshop7

Angel wing workshop

at Soulful Creations

Join me for a transformative and soul-nourishing creative experience on my Angel Wing Creative Workshop. In this hands-on workshop you'll craft your own symbolic angel wings, choosing your design, colour, affirmation while exploring themes of freedom, protection, self-love, intention and transformation. Whether you're

20.1 milesSun 26 Jul£95.00
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Workshops & Classes
Sunday Special8

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.

22.7 milesSun 26 Jul10:30
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Community
Family Sessions – Slime Workshop10Free! (worth double-checking)

Family Sessions – Slime Workshop

at Heart of Kent Hospice Shop

Heart of Kent Hospice is hosting a free monthly drop-in for all children and families under our care and those living with a life limiting illness in Kent. We focus fun activities for children and young people such as crafts and games, with snacks and drinks provided.

23.3 milesSat 25 Jul
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Children & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

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