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Community

Coffee Stop

Please join us for coffee and cake each Wednesday

Wed 22 Jul10:45St Peter's Church(0.8mi)

via St Peter's ChurchLocal gem

Community

Around £3

Community Larder

The Community Larder is open every Wednesday, 1-3pm. Suggested donation of £3 for a large bag of food and toiletries. Bookings to be made in advance via text () or email (). All welcome.

Wed 22 Jul13:00St Mark's Church, Tunbridge Wells(4.4mi)

via St Mark's Church, Tunbridge Wells

Community

Around £20

Social Paddle - Tonbridge

Join us for a fun and gentle paddle on the River Medway or led by one of our qualified instructors.Open to all levels and abilities and a great way to paddle with like minded people.Free for adults with their own boardBoard hire available - £20 Adults (Only - Over 16 years old)Wetsuits available to hire £5What You NeedShoes you can get wet in – Trainers or wet suit boots are ideal – no sandals, crocs or open toed shoes – you must have solid footwear.A large towel for changingSwimming Kit – Arrive in your swimming kit to save time, we have wetsuits available if requiredSun Protection – Please bring suncream and/or a sun hatTo book please visit: https://www.epiclife.co.uk/pages/social-paddleor

Wed 22 Jul18:30Epic Life Kent(4.7mi)

via Epic Life Kent

Community

Fiesta Mexicana

Join us for three days of Mexican themed food and frozen margs. Think tacos, burritos and a perfectly sunny pub garden day - and even a chilled shot of Patrón tequila to end the night right. See you there! Thursday July 23rd to Saturday July 25th.

Thu 23 JulCarpenter's Arms (Hotel)(4.8mi)

via Carpenter's Arms (Hotel)Local gem

Community

Intermediate Session - Tonbridge (Moving, footwork & playing on the board))

Intermediate SUP Coaching Session – Moving, footwork & Playing on the Board)Do you feel like your feet are glued to the board?Are you unsure how or when to move around confidently?This two-hour Intermediate SUP coaching session, is designed to help paddlers become comfortable moving around the board, developing balance, control, and confidence in a supportive coaching environment.The session focuses on using the paddle as a support tool, helping you overcome hesitation and build trust in your balance through guided movement and playful skill development.Session focus areas include:• Safe and effective foot movement and stance changes• Using the paddle for balance, support, and recovery• Developing confidence through progressive challenges and games• Improving balance and recovery when stability is compromisedThis is a fun, practical session where falling in is part of the learning process. You will leave feeling more confident, capable, and comfortable moving your feet and controlling the board.These sessions will be delivered in small groups of no more then 6.

Thu 23 Jul18:30Epic Life Kent(4.7mi)

via Epic Life Kent

Live Music

Around £36

Live @ Pantiles: Dave Ital & Friends

Free Live Music on The Pantiles Previously known as Jazz on The Pantiles, this much-loved summer music series has become a staple of the local scene in Royal Tunbridge Wells. Join us at La Casa Vecchia for fantastic live music, alfresco dining and the unmistakable atmosphere of The Pantiles. Live at The Pantiles is now free to attend — simply book your table, enjoy dinner with us, and soak up the music from one of the best spots on The Pantiles. Most performances run on Thursday evenings from 7pm to 10pm. The Set Menu Make a night of it with our 2 or 3 course set menu — Mediterranean favourites, tapas, fresh seafood, grilled meats and classic desserts. 2 Courses £36 · 3 Courses £43Sample menu — dishes change seasonally and are subject to availability. A discretionary 10% service charge will be added to your bill.View the full set menu → Book a Table Entry is free — just reserve a table for dinner and enjoy the music from your seat. Book a Table

Thu 23 Jul20:00The Grey Lady(3.9mi)

via The Grey Lady

Community

Around £5

Community Larder @ The Bethel hall

The community larder provides good quality surplus food from supermarkets, at a very low cost. Anyone can come along and get a bag of food to help with the rising cost of living. Come along with a shopping bag and a £5 donation, and you can take away a bag of food and hygiene items.

Fri 24 Jul09:30Bethel Hall(3mi)

via Bethel Hall

Community

Calling Planet Earth

Fri 24 Jul20:30The Assembly Hall(3.4mi)

via The Assembly Hall

Community

Knitting Hub

Do you love knitting and would like to meet other people while you knit? Or maybe you would like to learn how to knit? Come and try our knitting hub - a place to meet people and chat while you knit! The group are often knitting things for charity projects. The hub meets on the fourth Saturday of the month, 10am - 12pm in the church centre. For more information please

Sat 25 Jul10:00St Matthew's Church(2.9mi)

via St Matthew's Church

Workshops & Classes

Creative Workshop - Colourwork Masterclass

The Amelia present Creative Workshop - Colourwork Masterclass | Running Time: 2.5 hour | Age Restriction: N/A |

Sat 25 Jul11:00The Assembly Hall(3.4mi)

via The Assembly Hall

Community

Bad Co Legacy

Sat 25 Jul21:30The Assembly Hall(3.4mi)

via The Assembly Hall

Community

BRING & SHARE Picnic in the Church

Sunday 26th July – After Morning Service Please join us after the service for our Bring & Share Picnic in the church . Those who can are invited to bring something cold to share — sandwiches, quiche, crisps, salad, fruit, cake, etc. If you can’t bring anything, please don’t worry — there will be plenty. If you have allergies or special dietary needs, please bring your own food. For more information, please speak to or . Please book below if you are planning on joining us, so we can confirm numbers for the practicalities of hosting. Book here

Sun 26 JulSt Peter's C of E Church(3mi)

via St Peter's C of E ChurchLocal gem

Religion & Spirituality

All Together Worship - Upper 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.

Sun 26 Jul09:30St Peter's Church(0.8mi)

via St Peter's ChurchLocal gem

Sports & Fitness

SUP Yoga

The sessions will run from Tonbridge for 90 minutes and include a short paddle to and from your yoga spot and a 60 minute yoga class with Emma. Emma teaches mainly vinyasa flow yoga in and around Tonbridge. The session is suitable for all and will offer a challenge, movement and relaxation.When:

Sun 26 Jul09:30Epic Life Kent(4.7mi)

via Epic Life Kent

Weekend Wellness: Forest Bathing in Hothfield Heathlands

Wellness & Wellbeing

Around £16

Weekend Wellness: Forest Bathing in Hothfield Heathlands

Engage with the natural world in a mindful way at Hothfield Heathlands as you take a wellness walk with elements of forest bathing.

Sun 26 Jul10:00Brenchley Wood(0.8mi)

via Brenchley Wood

Children & FamilyLive Music

My First Concert - Baby Shark

Sun 26 Jul13:00The Assembly Hall(3.4mi)

via The Assembly Hall

Theatre

Assembly Hall Theatre Young Company - The Great Gatsby Immersive Theatre Intensive

If you hold a membership subscription you may be eligible for discounts.

Mon 27 Jul11:00The Assembly Hall(3.4mi)

via The Assembly Hall

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Venues with events near Romford

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

St Peter's Church0.8 miles away Brenchley Wood0.8 miles away St Matthew's Church2.9 miles away

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Kent, England

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