What's on in Swinge Hill

Kent, England

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Book clubs, bingo, and the occasional village fête that's surprisingly well organised — Swinge Hill punches well above its weight for local events, and Kent's all the better for it. You'll find everything from craft workshops the kids won't stop asking about to open mic nights that are genuinely worth staying up past nine for. The big listings sites have never heard of half these venues, which is their loss and your gain. Parish council listings, community centre noticeboards, pub websites we've had to zoom in on to read properly — we've checked them all so you don't have to.

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Mrs H and The Sing-a-Long Band

Led by the charming and passionate Mrs H, the Sing-along Band bring their unique family music to Folkestone with a line-up of musicians including members of Red Snapper, Beth Orton and The Leisure Society. Their aim is to provide quality music for children that adults will love too. Bringing together elements of Folk, Soul, Afro, Latin, Dub, comedy and theatre the Sing-along band have been wooing audiences across the land. Bring your voices, silly dances, a sprinkling of mischief and don’t hold back from joining in the fun! Age 0-5 years

Tue 21 Apr11:00Tontine Street Studios(2.4mi)

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Neon Summer Term 2026: Reception and Year 1

Neon Summer Term 2026: Reception and Year 1

Our popular Neon After School workshops explore a variety of art forms, techniques and styles for children and young people who are interested in the visual and performing arts. Over each term young people explore, create and develop original work from scratch around a theme agreed by the group culminating in a performance showcasing the term’s work. Alongside weekly sessions with our in-house practitioners, Sadie Hurley and James Middleton, we occasionally invite artists working in spoken word, visual arts, puppetry, costume, special FX and digital arts to offer a chance to learn new skills, develop in confidence and imagination and have fun! Neon Afterschool take place in the Quarterhouse auditorium. Start time/s: Reception and Year 1, 3.45pm- 4:30pm, for Years 2, 3 & 4, 4.45pm – 5:45pm, for Years 5 & 6, 6pm – 7pm, for Years 7-11, 7.15pm – 8:30pm Neon Summer Term 2026 21 April 28 April 5 May 12 May 19 May 26 May HALF TERM 2 June 9 June 16 June 23 June 30 June 7 July 14 July There are 2 free places per year group available for children claiming pupil premium with proof from school on a first come first served basis. For more information on how to apply please

Tue 21 Apr15:45Tontine Street Studios(2.4mi)

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Neon Summer Term 2026: Year 2,3 & 4

Neon Summer Term 2026: Year 2,3 & 4

Our popular Neon After School workshops explore a variety of art forms, techniques and styles for children and young people who are interested in the visual and performing arts. Over each term young people explore, create and develop original work from scratch around a theme agreed by the group culminating in a performance showcasing the term’s work. Alongside weekly sessions with our in-house practitioners, Sadie Hurley and James Middleton, we occasionally invite artists working in spoken word, visual arts, puppetry, costume, special FX and digital arts to offer a chance to learn new skills, develop in confidence and imagination and have fun! Neon Afterschool take place in the Quarterhouse auditorium. Start time/s: Reception and Year 1, 3.45pm- 4:30pm, for Years 2, 3 & 4, 4.45pm – 5:45pm, for Years 5 & 6, 6pm – 7pm, for Years 7-11, 7.15pm – 8:30pm Neon Summer Term 2026 21 April 28 April 5 May 12 May 19 May 26 May HALF TERM 2 June 9 June 16 June 23 June 30 June 7 July 14 July There are 2 free places per year group available for children claiming pupil premium with proof from school on a first come first served basis. For more information on how to apply please

Tue 21 Apr16:45Tontine Street Studios(2.4mi)

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Neon Summer Term 2026: 5 & 6

Neon Summer Term 2026: 5 & 6

Our popular Neon After School workshops explore a variety of art forms, techniques and styles for children and young people who are interested in the visual and performing arts. Over each term young people explore, create and develop original work from scratch around a theme agreed by the group culminating in a performance showcasing the term’s work. Alongside weekly sessions with our in-house practitioners, Sadie Hurley and James Middleton, we occasionally invite artists working in spoken word, visual arts, puppetry, costume, special FX and digital arts to offer a chance to learn new skills, develop in confidence and imagination and have fun! Neon Afterschool take place in the Quarterhouse auditorium. Start time/s: Reception and Year 1, 3.45pm- 4:30pm, for Years 2, 3 & 4, 4.45pm – 5:45pm, for Years 5 & 6, 6pm – 7pm, for Years 7-11, 7.15pm – 8:30pm Neon Summer Term 2026 21 April 28 April 5 May 12 May 19 May 26 May HALF TERM 2 June 9 June 16 June 23 June 30 June 7 July 14 July There are 2 free places per year group available for children claiming pupil premium with proof from school on a first come first served basis. For more information on how to apply please

Tue 21 Apr18:00Tontine Street Studios(2.4mi)

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Neon Summer Term 2026: Year 7 - 11

Neon Summer Term 2026: Year 7 - 11

Our popular Neon After School workshops explore a variety of art forms, techniques and styles for children and young people who are interested in the visual and performing arts. Over each term young people explore, create and develop original work from scratch around a theme agreed by the group culminating in a performance showcasing the term’s work. Alongside weekly sessions with our in-house practitioners, Sadie Hurley and James Middleton, we occasionally invite artists working in spoken word, visual arts, puppetry, costume, special FX and digital arts to offer a chance to learn new skills, develop in confidence and imagination and have fun! Neon Afterschool take place in the Quarterhouse auditorium. Start time/s: Reception and Year 1, 3.45pm- 4:30pm, for Years 2, 3 & 4, 4.45pm – 5:45pm, for Years 5 & 6, 6pm – 7pm, for Years 7-11, 7.15pm – 8:30pm Neon Summer Term 2026 21 April 28 April 5 May 12 May 19 May 26 May HALF TERM 2 June 9 June 16 June 23 June 30 June 7 July 14 July There are 2 free places per year group available for children claiming pupil premium with proof from school on a first come first served basis. For more information on how to apply please

Tue 21 Apr19:15Tontine Street Studios(2.4mi)

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Edinburgh Comedy Previews: Cecily Hitchcock + Rob Auton

Edinburgh Comedy Previews: Cecily Hitchcock + Rob Auton

Catch two exciting comedians as they share brand-new shows in development at Folkestone Quarterhouse Expect big ideas, bold jokes and the electric unpredictability that makes a work-in-progress performance so special. This is your chance to catch fresh material before it heads to the Edinburgh fringe — and to say you saw it here first. Two exciting performers. Two works in progress. One brilliant night out. Cecily Hitchcock Cecily Hitchcock is a comedy siren, crowd enchantress & heckler annihilator. Her unique mix of outlandish anecdotes and off-beat observations have gained traction both online and on stage. Cecily is an accomplished live M.C and her sketches and stand up videos have amassed over 15 million views on social media and have been featured on LadBible, The Sidemen & Brewdog. Rob Auton Rob Auton has written twelve five star rated Edinburgh fringe shows, building a live audience through his unique world view and love of writing and performing. His shows for stage include a series of shows on specific themes- The Yellow Show (a show about the colour yellow), The Sky Show, The Face Show, The Water Show, The Sleep Show, The Hair Show, The Talk Show and so on. As well as touring the UK extensively Rob has also performed across Europe and Melbourne International Comedy Festival in Australia. Rob has performed his unique brand of comedy on The Russell Howard Hour (Sky One) and on Rob Delaney’s Stand Up Central (Comedy Central).

Wed 22 Apr19:30Tontine Street Studios(2.4mi)

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soft play cafe

£2.50 per child (age 7 months - 4 years) Adults and children 0-6 months go free https://cheritonbaptist.churchsuite.com/events/jzhpxqs1

Thu 23 Apr09:00Cheriton Baptist Church(3.1mi)

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Jack Dee: Jack's Joke Show (Work in Progress)

Jack Dee: Jack's Joke Show (Work in Progress)

A show by Jack about jokes. Who doesn’t like jokes? If your answer to that question is “Me!” then steer well clear of this show. Celebrating 40 years in standup comedy, Jack takes us on a memoir of all his favourite old stories. Jokes and funny anecdotes have intrigued Jack for as long as he can remember. Now he has assembled the best of them to form a new show that offers a glimpse of the influences that led him into and helped shape his comedy career. Guaranteed no new material.

Fri 24 Apr19:30Tontine Street Studios(2.4mi)

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Spring Florals - Linocut Workshop - Fabia.H.Goff - Folkestone - 26th April

Spring Florals - Linocut Workshop - Fabia.H.Goff - Folkestone - 26th April

This early evening workshop is a 3 hour printmaking workshop, introducing you to linocut and linoprint. This class falls on Sunday 26th April which marks the beginning of British Summer Time so will be themed around all things floral. Perfectly timed so you can have a leisurely lunch locally before crafting the evening

Sun 26 AprFabia H. Goff(2.4mi)

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Service

We keep tabs on Cheriton Baptist Church so you don't have to. Service caught our eye — see if it catches yours.

Sun 26 Apr09:30Cheriton Baptist Church(3.1mi)

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Royal Ballet & Opera - The Magic Flute (Ballet)

Princess Pamina has been captured. Her mother, the Queen of the Night, tasks the young Prince Tamino with her daughter’s rescue. But when Tamino and his friendly sidekick, Papageno, embark on their adventure, they soon learn that when it comes to the quest for love, nothing is as it really seems. Guided by a magic flute, they encounter monsters, villains, and a mysterious brotherhood of men – but help, it turns out, comes when you least expect it. Screened from the comfort of the Quarterhouse, Mozart’s fantastical opera glitters in David McVicar’s enchanting production. A star cast including Julia Bullock as Pamina, Amitai Pati as Tamino, Huw Montague Rendall as Papageno, Kathryn Lewek as the Queen of the Night, and Soloman Howard as Sarastro, led by French conductor Marie Jacquot in her Covent Garden debut.

Sun 26 Apr14:00Tontine Street Studios(2.4mi)

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Lucy May Walker's Writer's Round

Lucy May Walker's Writer's Round

Lucy May Walker’s monthly Writer’s Round is an afternoon of original music in the style of a Nashville writers round where 3 featured artists sit on the stage at the same time and take turns in playing their songs & telling the stories behind them. Discover your new favourite artist in an intimate, cosy setting by the seaside.

Sun 26 Apr16:00The Music Workshop(2.7mi)

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2026-04-26 18:00 - Evensong and supper

2026-04-26 18:00 - Evensong and supper

Time: Sunday, 26 April 2026 at 18:00Details: Join us for a traditional evensong service at 6pm, led by our choir. This is followed by supper in the parish centre. All are welcome to join us.Location: St Mary's ChurchPostcode: CT16 1BY

Sun 26 Apr18:00St Mary's Church(4.7mi)

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Folkestone A Cappella Choir Rehearsals - Every Monday

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Folkestone A Cappella Choir Rehearsals - Every Monday

Folkestone A Cappella is a welcoming and friendly vocal group focused on creating beautiful harmonies together. We meet every Monday from 7-9pm at The Music Workshop, Folkestone.

Mon 27 Apr19:00The Music Workshop(2.7mi)

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Prayer & Worship Meeting - Back Hall

Something's afoot at Cheriton Baptist Church and it goes by the name of Prayer & Worship Meeting - Back Hall. Their site has the particulars.

Wed 29 Apr18:00Cheriton Baptist Church(3.1mi)

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soft play cafe

£2.50 per child (age 7 months - 4 years) Adults and children 0-6 months go free https://cheritonbaptist.churchsuite.com/events/ux1zwj1a

Thu 30 Apr09:00Cheriton Baptist Church(3.1mi)

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Dave Rowntree (Blur) – No One You Know Book Tour and DJ Set

Spend an evening with Dave Rowntree, drummer of Britpop icons Blur, as he reflects on the band’s early years through the lens of his debut photography book, No One You Know. In this special live conversation, Dave shares the stories behind a remarkable collection of candid images capturing Blur at the very start of their journey. Taken on his Olympus OM-10, the photographs offer an unfiltered glimpse of life inside a young band on the cusp of global success. Expect honest reflections, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and a rare perspective on the moments that happened away from the spotlight, from long journeys and dressing room downtime to the creative energy that defined the era. Best known for his work with Blur, Dave’s career also spans film and TV composition, animation, broadcasting and campaigning for artists’ rights, bringing a wide-ranging and thoughtful voice to the conversation. Copies of No One You Know will be available to purchase at the event.

Thu 30 Apr19:30Tontine Street Studios(2.4mi)

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craft morning

craft morning at Cheriton Baptist Church. Consider this your nudge. The organiser's site is your next stop for the details.

Fri 1 May09:00Cheriton Baptist Church(3.1mi)

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