What's on in Upper Bush

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Medway Oaks

Run in partnership with Medway Centre of Mission, Medway Oaks takes place on Sunday afternoons from 2pm till 4pm. In the middle of the afternoon there is a short talk and time for sharing. Throughout the afternoon there is plenty of tea, coffee, sandwiches and biscuits available. Medway Oaks is "fun, friendly, everyone is welcome, and everyone is valued. Fun, Friendship, Food, and Jesus what more do we need." Please note that Medway Oaks is for adults only.

Sun 26 Jul14:00St John's Church(3.8mi)

via St John's Church

Community

Watch the Hungarian Grand Prix Live, Lights Out

July 26, 2026 - 2:00 pm-4:00 pm

Sun 26 Jul15:00Gravesend Boat(3.5mi)

via Gravesend Boat

Festivals & EventsReligion & Spirituality

Patronal Festival St James

Patronal festival held at St James, Elmers End, with The Bishop of Richborough as celebrant.

Sun 26 Jul18:00St Johns Church(3mi)

via St Johns ChurchCurated

Festivals & Events

Patronal Festival

Festival at St James, Elmers End

Sun 26 Jul18:00St Johns Church(3mi)

via St Johns ChurchCurated

Festivals & EventsReligion & Spirituality

Patronal Festival St James, Elmers End

A patronal festival service at St James, Elmers End, featuring the Bishop of Richborough.

Sun 26 Jul18:00St Johns Church(3mi)

via St Johns ChurchCurated

Community

DWELL

DWELL is our evening gathering held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month, starting at 7:30pm and ending at around 9pm. DWELL is an informal opportunity to meet with God in worship and through His Word and to respond to His goodness creatively and passionately. Refreshments are available throughout the evening. We would love you to join us!

Sun 26 Jul19:30St John's Church(3.8mi)

via St John's Church

Theatre

Around £246.00

Play in a week - Summer 2026

A week long workshop creating a scripted play.

Mon 27 JulSpotlites Theatre(4.1mi)

via Spotlites TheatreLocal gem

Theatre

Around £246.00

Play in a week - Summer 2026

A week long workshop creating a scripted play.

Mon 27 Jul10:00Spotlites Theatre(4.1mi)

via Spotlites TheatreLocal gem

Community

OPEN Church

The St John's Chatham building is OPEN each Monday and Thursday from 12:30 to 2pm as a safe and welcoming place for prayer, good conversation and plenty of tea and coffee. Whether you'd like to pop in for 5 minutes of peace and quiet or to spend the whole time with us you are very welcome. There will be a small team on hand to welcome you and to talk or pray with if you would find this helpful. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

Mon 27 Jul12:30St John's Church(3.8mi)

via St John's Church

Community

[X] OPEN Church

Mon 27 Jul12:30St John's Church(3.8mi)

via St John's Church

Likely freeCommunity

Audition for 'The Shawshank Redemption'

18+ Amateur Production An opportunity for emerging actors to hone their stagecraft.

Tue 28 JulSpotlites Theatre(4.1mi)

via Spotlites TheatreLocal gem

Community

Adventure Golf with Rochester Bridge Trust

We are excited to be working in collaboration with Rochester Bridge Trust to bring their incredible Adventure Golf and education activities to St John's Chatham this summer. From Tuesday 28th July to Saturday 8th August* from 10am to 4pm the Adventure Golf will be available for free for all. *on Sunday 1st August the Adventure Golf will only be available for specific groups at specific times. If you need any more information please do get in touch using the [Contact Page](https://www.stjohnschatham.co.uk/contact/) of our website.

Tue 28 Jul10:00St John's Church(3.8mi)

via St John's Church

Community

Tuesday Evening Social Football

Join us on Tuesday evenings to enjoy playing some football with a great group of people and to demonstrate your faith within the context of building good friendships. All players are encouraged to contribute to the cost of the pitch where possible (but please don't let tight finances stop you from joining us). We have recently been required to chance venues with our new venue being The Garrison Grounds, Sally Port Gardens, Gillingham Kent, ME7 5BU

Tue 28 Jul19:30St John's Church(3.8mi)

via St John's Church

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 29 Jul10:00St John's Church(3.8mi)

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 29 Jul10:00St John's Church(3.8mi)

via St John's Church

Community

Adventure Golf with Rochester Bridge Trust

Wed 29 Jul10:00St John's Church(3.8mi)

via St John's Church

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 29 Jul17:45Emmaus Christian Centre(3.9mi)

via Emmaus Christian Centre

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Venues with events near Upper Bush

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

St Johns Church3.0 miles away

More about Upper Bush

Kent, England

Upper Bush is in Kent, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Upper Bush events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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