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| Deal Castle open to the public, 10am-4pm on every Saturday and Sunday in February - and every day 18-24 and 27-28 February. Admission: adult £7.20; child £4.30; concession £6.50; family £18.70. see website. | 
0370 333 1181 |
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| Walmer Castle and Gardens, Kingsdown Road, Walmer. Open to the public, 10am-4pm on every Saturday and Sunday in February; and also open every day 18-24 February; and 27 and 28 February. Admission: adult £10.70; child £6.40; concession £9.60; family £27.80. see website |
0370 333 1181 |
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| Kent Museum of the Moving Image, 41 Stanhope Road, Deal CT14 6AD. Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, 12noon-6pm. Annual entry ticket: adult £5.50; concessions £4; under 16yrs £4. see website. |
01304 239515 |
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Deal Pier. Open Sundays-Fridays 8am-6pm; Saturdays 8am-12midnight.
Fishing: times as above. Also all-night group bookings available: Sundays-Thursdays 10pm-6am. See website. Restaurant: Deal Pier Kitchen. See Facebook page. |
Pier:
01304 363815 Restaurant:
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| EXTERNAL LISTINGS OF EVENTS AND MEETINGS | ||||||||||
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| Deal Town Council's meetings | Deal TC website | |||||||||
| Walmer Parish Council's meetings | Walmer PC website | |||||||||
| Kent Police neighbourhood meetings | Kent Police | |||||||||
| Golf Road Community Centre activities | Golf Road Centre | |||||||||
| Betteshanger Country Park events | Betteshanger events | |||||||||
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| DAY-BY-DAY EVENTS | ||||||||||
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| February: continuing events and amenities | ||||||||||
| Display: Work by Dennis Littley and David Cumming, The Astor Community Theatre, Stanhope Road, Deal. Featuring Dennis's varied range of figurative and abstract artworks using oil and acrylic media and David's scenes formed from a composite of manipulated photographs. On display throughout February. | Astor website | |||||||||
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Exhibition: Another Real Deal, Linden Hall Studio, 32 St George's Road, Deal. Photographic portraits by Liz Mott LBIPP featuring around eighty people who truly belong in Deal and its surrounds. From Tuesday 5 February to Saturday, 23 February. Open: Tuesdays-Saturdays 10am-4pm; Sundays 11am-2pm . Admission: free. See website. |
01304 360411 |
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| A Winter's Trail, Betteshanger Park, A258 Deal-Sandwich Road, Sholden, nr Deal. Hedgehog-themed children's adventure trail - suitable for three- to eight-year-olds. A forest trail with riddles and fun tasks. Welly boots advisable! Cost: £1.50 per activity pack. Every day (9.30am-3pm) until Sunday 24 February. Booking not required. |
01304 619227 See website |
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| Talk It Out Well-being Support, Deal Ability Community Centre, 43 Victoria Road, Deal. For people experiencing depression and related problems. Open: Mondays-Fridays 11am-1pm; and Wednesdays 2pm-4pm. Also 6pm-8pm on first Tuesday of each month. | Tracy
Carr
07923 096273 |
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| Friday 1 February | ||||||||||
| Friday Market - sale of local produce in The Undercroft, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 9.30am - 1.30pm. |
01304 361999 Facebook page |
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| Mill Hill Community Cafe, St Richard's Church Hall, Mill Hill, Deal, 10am-12noon. Social meeting place; open to all every Monday and Friday. Coffee, tea and bacon rolls on sale. | Facebook page | |||||||||
| Coffee and Flowers, The Landmark Centre, High Street, Deal, 10am-12noon. An invitation by members of the Deal and District Flower Club to join them for coffee and, if you've got some flowers, let them offer to arrange them for you. | ||||||||||
| Kingsdown Crafters Weekly Meeting, St John's Church, Kingsdown, 1pm-3pm. Support for all types of crafts. Fee: £1.50 (includes tea and biscuits). |
01304 360850
01304 379307 |
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| Deal Chess Club Meeting, RMA Club, 37 The Strand, Walmer, 1.30pm. New members and beginners welcome. See website. | Michael
Burney
01304 852686 |
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| Deal and District Strokes Meeting, Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, North Deal, 2pm-4pm. Support and social group for stroke survivors, their families and carers. See website. |
07584 044122 |
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Dance Classes: 
Over 50s Dance Exercise, 5pm-6pm;
Beginners Ballroom and Latin, 7pm-8pm.Ringwould Village Hall, A258 Dover Road, Ringwould. Fee: £5 per session. |
01227 710869 Facebook page |
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| Upper Deal Bridge Club Meeting, The Landmark Centre, 129 High Street, Deal, 6.45pm (for 7pm start). Weekly Duplicate Contract Bridge session. A small friendly club that welcomes new members and visitors. See website. | Michael
Burney
01304 852686 e-mail: |
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| Great Mongeham Table Tennis Club Weekly Meeting, Parish Hall, Great Mongeham, 7pm-9pm. All abilities welcome. | Val
Rees
01304 373307 |
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| Deal Folk Club Meeting, RMA Club, 37 The Strand, Walmer, 8pm. See website. | Sue
Watson
01304 360877 |
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California Dreamers, The Astor Community
Theatre, 8pm (doors open 7.30pm). A celebration of the Los
Angeles music scene from 1965-1975. Tickets: £17. |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Walmer Badminton Club, Walmer Parish Hall, Dover Road, Walmer, 8.30pm. Meets Tuesdays and Fridays. Friendly club - for all abilities. website | Simon
or Bridgette
01304 614113 |
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| Saturday 2 February | ||||||||||
| Deal General Market, Union Road/Duke Street carpark, Deal, 8.30am - 3pm. |
01304 361999 |
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| Seafront Parkrun, starts on seafront area facing The Beach, Walmer, 9am. A 5km community timed run along the seafront to Deal Pier, back to Walmer Castle and returning to The Beach. Free and open to all - for fun or as part of a training plan. | Details
and registration form: see website |
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| Coffee Morning, Walmer Chapel, Station Road, Upper Walmer, 10am-12noon. Free refreshments. All welcome. website. |
01304 268847 |
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| Family History Research Help, The Landmark Centre (Diane Nash room), 129 High Street, Deal, 10am-12noon. Free advice session by members of the Deal Branch of the Kent Family History Society. | ||||||||||
| Council and Police "Drop-In" Surgery, Walmer Parish Council Office, 8 The Strand, Walmer, 10.30am-12noon. An opportunity to seek advice and share concerns with local police and council representatives. No appointment necessary. | Parish
Clerk
01304 362363 |
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| Deal Market of Green Ideas, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 10.30am-1pm. Public event with stalls, information and activities focusing on environmental projects to improve life in the Deal area and beyond. Includes DealWithIt AGM; stalls on Beach Cleans, Deal Hop Farm, Station Garden, Captain's Garden, Plastic Free Deal, Refill East Kent, Deal Forest, Landmark Garden and Guardians of Deep; and refreshments. | see website | |||||||||
| Deal Carnival Court Selection, The Ocean Rooms, 32-36 Queen Street, Deal, from 12noon-11pm. The Selection of The Deal Rosebud Queen, The Junior Deal Regatta Court and The Senior Court for 2019. Age ranges: Rosebud 5-7years; Junior Court 8-12years; Senior Court 13-24years; (age is as on Saturday 2 February 2019 and contestants must reside in the CT14 postal area). |
07890 942914 Facebook page |
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The Private Widdle Social Club, The
Astor Community Theatre, 8pm (doors open 7.30pm). Adult cabaret
with a line-up of political incorrectness, rudeness and some nudity
and great music. Tickets £21. |
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| Sunday 3 February | ||||||||||
| Junior Parkrun, Betteshanger Country Park, off A258 Deal-Sandwich Road, Sholden, nr Deal, 9am. A 2k timed run for juniors only (4-14 year olds); every Sunday. Free - but registration required. | Details
and registration form: see website. |
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| Deal Freewheeling Cycle Ride, meet Mike's Bikes, Hut 55, The Seafront, off Marine Road, Walmer, 9am for 9.15am start. A gentle/slow social ride to Sandwich and back for coffee at the Beach Hut Cafe. All kinds of bikes/riders (including electric bikes) welcome. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. | Facebook page | |||||||||
| Deal All Stars FC Meeting, St Mary's RC Primary School, St Richard's Road, Deal, 9.30am-11am. Football training and social group for youngsters and adults with disabilities or special needs. New members welcome. | Donna
Spain
07547 103950 |
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| Cinque Ports Scooter Club Weekly "Ride-out", meet Deal Pier entrance 9.30am, set off 10am. New members welcome. | Facebook page | |||||||||
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| Monday 4 February | ||||||||||
| Tiny Toes Toddlers and Parents Group, Deal Community Church (former Baptish Church building), Victoria Road, Deal, 10am-11.30am. For children up to and including four years. Every Monday during term time; £2 per session. |
01304 373297 |
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| Mill Hill Community Cafe, St Richard's Church Hall, Mill Hill, Deal, 10am-12noon. Social meeting place; open to all every Monday and Friday. Coffee, tea and bacon rolls on sale. | Facebook page | |||||||||
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Nature into Art Group, Golf Road Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, Deal, 10am-12noon. A tutored art group working in watercolour, acrylics, mixed media, pastel, ink and coloured pencil - with just the natural world as inspiration. |
Helen
Hanson
01304 370250 |
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| HealthWalk - Betteshanger Country Park: 10.30am (for 10.45am start) duration 90mins. Free, volunteer-led local walk - ideal those who wish to be more active. See website. | Call
Bernie to confirm details
07977 491084 |
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| Toddlers and Families Playgroup, Parish Hall, Great Mongeham, 1pm-3pm. Craft, play and music activities for children up to 5 years. Entry: £1.50 per family group. Operates Mondays during term time. | Wendy
01304 239143 |
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| Knit and Natter Group Meeting, The Rising Sun, 8 Cliffe Road, Kingsdown, 1pm-3pm. Sewing and knitting social group; meets weekly. New members welcome. | ||||||||||
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Deal Breastfeeding Support Group, St George's Church, St George's Road, Deal, 1.30pm-3.30pm. Social group for breastfeeding mums; prams and toddlers welcome. £1.50. |
Candice Roberts |
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| Deal Bridge Club Meeting, Downs Sailing Club, The Clubhouse, The Strand, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DY, 1.30pm-5pm. Meet on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday each week. |
07825 703352 |
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Badminton. Friendly fitness and lighthearted games. Walmer Baptist Church, Dover Road, Walmer, 2pm-4pm. £1.50 per session. |
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| Deal Badminton Club, Tides Leisure Centre, Park Avenue, Deal, 2pm-4pm. Weekly meeting. Fee £3 (plus 50p towards shuttlecocks). | Ron
or Lesley
01304 364726 |
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| Deal and Walmer Handelian Choral Society Weekly Rehearsal, Deal Community Church (former Victoria Baptist Church), Stanley Road, Deal, 7.30pm-9pm. New members welcome. See website. | Liz
Sharp |
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| Bingo, St Leonard's Hall, Rectory Road, Upper Deal, 7.45pm, door open 7pm. Bingo Book (12 pages + 4 flyer games) for £12.25. Refreshments on sale; own alcoholic drinks allowed. Everyone welcome. | Facebook page | |||||||||
| Tuesday 5 February | ||||||||||
| Chinese New Year | ||||||||||
| Weekly Coffee Morning, Betteshanger Sports and Social Club, Cavell Square, Deal, 10am-12noon. Profits to the Club and local charities. | ||||||||||
| Computer Club, Elizabeth House, 32 St Mary's Road, Upper Walmer, 10am-12noon. Help for newcomers to computing and for experienced users seeking advice on specific problems. £3 per session. | Chitra |
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| Ipad and Iphone Classes for Seniors, Golf Road Community Centre, North Deal, two sessions: 10am and 11am. Tution for senior citizens on how to use all the features of the Apple iPad and Apple iPhone. Topics include e-mails, searching, shopping with security, FaceTime, SIRI, photos and settings. Fee: €10 per session. The classes continue for the next three Tuesdays. | Philip
Healey
07772 785927 |
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| HealthWalk - Sandown Castle, North Deal: 10.15am (for 10.30am) duration 60mins. Free, short, volunteer-led local walk. See website. | Call
Bernie to confirm details
07977 491084 |
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| Walk: Our Industrial Past, meet Elvington Community Centre car park, St John's Road, Elvington, CT15 4DZA, 11am. A 4½-mile (2½ hours) walk through the area's industrial past - following the route the miners took to Tilmanstone Colliery and the former pit yard; visiting the East Kent Light Railway's abandoned Elvington Halt platform, Tilmanstone and Dane Court, Thornton Farm; and returning along the Downs to the Community Centre for a cup of tea. Sorry, no dogs; if inclement weather, the centre will be open. | Steve
Durbridge
07928 835525 |
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| Breastfeeding Support Group, Blossom Children's Centre, The Downs C of E Primary School, Downs Road, Walmer, 1pm-2.30pm. | Facebook group. | |||||||||
| Deal Bridge Club Meeting, Downs Sailing Club, The Clubhouse, The Strand, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DY, 1.30pm-5pm. Meet on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday each week. |
07825 703352 |
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| Knitting for the Needy weekly meeting. A knitting circle making items for babies/children in South Africa and the Ukraine, Walmer Baptist Church, Dover Road, Walmer, 2pm-4pm. See website. |
01304 364216 |
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| Adult Tap Dancing Class, Golf Road Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, North Deal, 6pm-7pm. Suitable for beginners and intermediates; provide your own tap shoes. | Text
Katie for info:
07590 003886 |
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| Kingsdown Conservation Group Meeting, Kingsdown and Ringwould CE Primary School, Glen Road, Kingsdown, 7.30pm. Guest speaker: Ken Chapman (Kent Wildlife Trust) on "Winter Seabirds of East Kent". Entry: members £3; non-members £4. |
Anne-Marie Martin |
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| Walmer Badminton Club, Walmer Parish Hall, Dover Road, Walmer, 8.30pm. Meets Tuesdays and Fridays. Friendly club - for all abilities. website | Simon
or Bridgette
01304 614113 |
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| Wednesday 6 February | ||||||||||
| Wednesday Market - sale of local produce in The Undercroft, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 9.30am - 1.30pm. |
01304 361999 |
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| Loose Fibres Craft Group Meeting, Ripple Village Hall, corner of Sutton Road and Pommeus Lane, Ripple CT14 8JA, 9.30am-12.30pm. | Rita
Rhodes
01304 365778 |
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| Deal Health Walk - meet at Deal Library, Broad Street, Deal, 9.45am (for 10am). A free, short, volunteer-led local walk (duration 60-90mins). No need to book, just turn up. See website. | Julia
Wells
01304 828713 |
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Deal Botanical Coloured Pencil Group, Golf Road Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, Deal, 10am - 12noon. A friendly group with tuition for people interested in botanical coloured pencil work. Varied programme of seasonal flowers, leaves, fruits, seeds etc. Relaxing, inspiring and suitable for experienced artists or beginners. (Further sessions: February 13, 20 and 27; March 13, 20 and 27). |
Helen
Hanson
01304 370250 |
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"Caring With Confidence" Course, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 10am-1pm. Start of a free seven-week course providing advice and support for people caring for a loved one. Topics include: staying healthy, carers benefits and support services. Plus meeting others in a similar situation. Organised by the Carers' Support - Canterbury, Dover and Thanet charity. |
Details
and to book places:
01304 364637 |
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| Friendship Group Over 50's, Parish Hall, Great Mongeham, 10am-1pm. Weekly social meeting for the over 50's. Entry: £2 (includes unlimited tea and cake!) |
Maria |
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| Kids Kingdom pre-school parent and toddler group (0-4years), Walmer Baptist Church Hall, Kelvedon Road, Walmer, 1.30pm-3pm. Fee: £1 per family (includes a drink and snack). See website. | Janet
Saunders
01304 373853 or Pat Collyer
01304 364326 |
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Landmark Show Choir Meeting, The Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, North Deal, 6.30pm-8pm. For adults (16years +); newcomers welcome. |
Maddie
Cordes
01304 239055 |
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| Walmer Parish Council Meeting, Parish Council Office, 8 The Strand, Walmer, 7pm. Monthly meeting of the full council. Open to the public with an opportunity for residents to raise matters of concern. See website. | Parish
Clerk
01304 362363 |
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| Deal and District Camera Club Meeting, The Landmark Centre, High Street, Deal, 7.30pm. New members welcome. See website. | Mary
Venables (Secretary)
01304 366087 |
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| Deal Philatelic Club Monthly Meeting, The Landmark Centre, High Street, Deal. New members and visitors with an interest in postage stamps design and collecting are welcome. |
Alan Buckman
01304 367711 e-mail: |
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| Great Mongeham Horticultural Society Meeting, Parish Hall, Great Mongeham, 7.30pm. Visitors and new members welcome. See website. | ||||||||||
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Deal Mindfulness Group Meeting, St Nicholas' Church, London Road, Sholden, 7.30pm. Regarded as an effective method for combatting stress and anxiety and suitable for both newcomers and established users. The monthly sessions are free. All welcome. |
Facebook page | |||||||||
| Bingo Session, Betteshanger Sports and Social Club, Cavell Square, Deal, 7pm for 7.45pm start. All welcome. | ||||||||||
| Learn to Dance Modern Jive, Royal British Legion (Downs) Social Club, 20 Market Street, Deal, 8pm (doors open 7.30pm). Weekly session, ideal for beginners. Fee: £5 per person (pay on the night). |
01304 380405 Facebook page |
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| Thursday 7 February | ||||||||||
| Trinity Toddlers Group, Trinity Church (Wesley Hall), Union Road, Deal, 9.30am. Playgroup for pre-school children and their parents and carers; meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays during term-time. |
Church Steward |
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| Walmer Mothers and Toddlers' Group, Walmer Chapel, Station Road, Walmer, 9.30am-11.30am. Meets Thursdays (during school term). See website. | ||||||||||
| "Drop In" Social, The Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 10am-11am. Regular long-established weekly event. All welcome. | Patricia
Bradford
01304 364769 |
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| Parent and Toddler Group, Village Hall, Sholden, 10am-12noon. Fee: £1 per session. | Jim
Sullivan
01304 379106 |
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| Friends4U Social Club Meeting, Royal Hotel, Beach Street, Deal, 10.30am-12.30pm. Social and friendship group for active over-50's. New members welcome. website | Peter
Cartwright
01304 239571 |
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| Deal Bridge Club Meeting, Downs Sailing Club, The Clubhouse, The Strand, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DY, 1.30pm-5pm. Meet on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday each week. |
07825 703352 |
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| Tea and Chat Social, St Nicholas Church, Church Lane, Ringwould, 2pm-3.30pm. Meets on first Thursday of each month. |
01304 373951 |
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| Deal Scrabble Club Meeting, Deal Library, Broad Street, Deal, 2pm. All abilities welcome. | Myriam
01304 363525 |
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| Deal Station Clean Up, area around Deal Rail Station, 2pm-4pm. Regular and new volunteers welcome for DealWithIt "green" group's litter pick and tidy up initiative. | see website | |||||||||
| Deal Hop Farm - Season 3 Launch, The Lighthouse, 50 The Strand, Walmer, 6.30pm. An opportunity to find out about the local community hop growing project which has already enjoyed two successful years and yielded quality local beers. Prospective and existing members welcome. | Facebook page | |||||||||
| Deal and District Motorcycle Club Meeting, The Magnet Pub, London Road, Deal, 7.30pm. All enthusiasts welcome. See website. | Graham
Prior
07749 480104 |
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| Great Mongeham Parish Council Meeting, Parish Hall, Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 7.30pm. Residents are welcome to attend. | Parish
Clerk Mrs Sarah Wells
01304 614320 |
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| Bingo, St Leonard's Hall, Rectory Road, Upper Deal, 7.45pm, door open 7pm. Bingo Book (12 pages + 4 flyer games) for £12.25. Refreshments on sale; own alcoholic drinks allowed. Everyone welcome. | Facebook page | |||||||||
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"Do You Think That's Wise?", The
Astor Community Theatre, 8pm (doors open 7.30pm). Tribute to
the late John Le Mesurier by leading impressionist Julian Dutton.
Tickets: £15; concessions £13. |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Friday 8 February | ||||||||||
| Friday Market - sale of local produce in The Undercroft, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 9.30am-1.30pm. |
01304 361999 Facebook page |
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| Mill Hill Community Cafe, St Richard's Church Hall, Mill Hill, Deal, 10am-12noon. Social meeting place; open to all every Monday and Friday. Coffee, tea and bacon rolls on sale. | Facebook page | |||||||||
| Kingsdown Crafters Weekly Meeting, St John's Church, Kingsdown, 1pm-3pm. Support for all types of crafts. Fee: £1.50 (includes tea and biscuits). |
01304 360850
01304 379307 |
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| Deal Chess Club Meeting, RMA Club, 37 The Strand, Walmer, 1.30pm. New members and beginners welcome. See website. | Michael
Burney
01304 852686 |
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| Walmer Women's Institute Meeting, Walmer Parish Hall, Dover Road, Walmer, 2pm-4pm. Guest speaker: Mary Smith on "Schoolgirls in the War". New members welcome. |
01304 374010 |
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Dance Classes:
Over 50s Dance Exercise, 5pm-6pm;
Beginners Ballroom and Latin, 7pm-8pm. Ringwould Village Hall, A258 Dover Road, Ringwould. Fee: £5 per session. |
01227 710869 Facebook page |
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| Upper Deal Bridge Club Meeting, The Landmark Centre, 129 High Street, Deal, 6.45pm (for 7pm start). Weekly Duplicate Contract Bridge session. See website. See Friday 1 February for details. | Michael
Burney
01304 852686 e-mail: |
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| Great Mongeham Table Tennis Club Weekly Meeting, Parish Hall, Great Mongeham, 7pm-9pm. All abilities welcome. | Val
Rees
01304 373307 |
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| Quiz Night, Royal British Legion Downs Social Club, 20 Market Street, Deal, 7.30pm-10pm. Monthly quiz with prizes for the winning team and a raffle. All welcome. Entry: £2. See website. |
01304 380405 |
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Travels With Sheridan Morley, The
Astor Community Theatre, 8pm (doors open 7.30pm). In a tribute
to the late Sheridan Morley, Michael Law recalls the author and director's
hilarious anecdotes. He plays and sings songs from their joint cabaret
shows and explores the biographies which Sheridan was writing during
their tours. Tickets: £17. (Optional pre-show meal available.) |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Deal Folk Club Meeting, RMA Club, 37 The Strand, Walmer, 8pm. See website. | Sue
Watson
01304 360877 |
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| Walmer Badminton Club, Walmer Parish Hall, Dover Road, Walmer, 8.30pm. Meets Tuesdays and Fridays. Friendly club - for all abilities. website | Simon
or Bridgette
01304 614113 |
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| Saturday 9 February | ||||||||||
| Deal General Market, Union Road/Duke Street carpark, Deal, 8.30am - 3pm. |
01304 361999 |
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| Seafront Parkrun, starts on seafront area facing The Beach, Walmer, 9am. A 5km community timed run along the seafront to Deal Pier, back to Walmer Castle and returning to The Beach. Free and open to all - for fun or as part of a training plan. | Details
and registration form: see website |
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| Coffee Morning, Walmer Chapel, Station Road, Upper Walmer, 10am-12noon. Free refreshments. All welcome. website. |
01304 268847 |
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| Sophie Lacemakers, Ripple Village Hall, corner of Sutton Road and Pommeus Lane, Ripple CT14 8JA, 10am-3pm. Lacemaking group, meets second Saturday of month. All welcome. | Catherine
Moss
01843 845827 |
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| Quiz Night, The Alma Pub, West Street, Deal, 7.30pm. Fun quiz and raffle. Bring own food; drinks from bar. Entrance: £5 per person (pre-book or on-the-door). Organised by Friends of North Deal; in support of the Sandown Castle Garden Project. | Book
places:
01304 375833 |
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Slim Chance, The Astor Community Theatre,
8pm (doors open 7.30pm). Orginal Slim Chance band members, Steve Bingham,
Charlie Hart and Steve Simpson, joined by Brandon O'Neill Billy Bicholls
and Geraint Watkins. Tickets: £20-£23. |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Sunday 10 February | ||||||||||
| Junior Parkrun, Betteshanger Country Park, off A258 Deal-Sandwich Road, Sholden, nr Deal, 9am. A 2k timed run for juniors only (4-14 year olds); every Sunday. Free - but registration required. | Details
and registration form: see website. |
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| Deal All Stars FC Meeting, St Mary's RC Primary School, St Richard's Road, Deal, 9.30am-11am. Football training and social group for youngsters and adults with disabilities or special needs. New members welcome. | Donna
Spain
07547 103950 |
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| Cinque Ports Scooter Club Weekly "Ride-out", meet Deal Pier entrance 9.30am, set off 10am. New members welcome. | Facebook page | |||||||||
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Astor Theatre | |||||||||
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Deal Half Marathon, Betteshanger Park, off 258 Deal-Sandwich Road, Sholden, nr Deal, starts 10.30am. Route: country roads through the villages of Betteshanger, Northbourne, Ripple, Sutton, East Langdon and Martin Mill. Plus a Junior race starting at 10.45am. For details and entry form, see Deal Tri website. |
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| Charity
Table Top Sale, Deal Welfare Club, Cowdray Square, off Mill Hill,
Deal, 11am-3pm. Stalls, cakes,raffle,tombola, face painting, teas
and coffees. Tables available: call
07391 394521. In support of local Scouts participation in the West
Virginia World Scout Jamboree. |
Colin
01304 826272 |
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| Classic Motorcycle Display, The Pier, Deal Seafront, 12noon. See website. | ||||||||||
| Events details | More information | |||||||||
| Monday 11 February | ||||||||||
| Tiny Toes Toddlers and Parents Group, Deal Community Church (former Baptish Church building), Victoria Road, Deal, 10am-11.30am. For details see Monday 4 February. |
01304 373297 |
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| Mill Hill Community Cafe, St Richard's Church Hall, Mill Hill, Deal, 10am-12noon. Social meeting place; open to all every Monday and Friday. Coffee, tea and bacon rolls on sale. | Facebook page | |||||||||
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Nature into Art Group, Golf Road Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, Deal, 10am-12noon. Weekly tutored art group working in a variety of media. For details see Monday 4 February. |
Helen
Hanson
01304 370250 |
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| HealthWalk - Betteshanger Country Park: 10.30am (for 10.45am start) duration 90mins. Free, volunteer-led local walk - ideal those who wish to be more active. | Call
Bernie to confirm details
07977 491084See website |
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| Knit and Natter Group Meeting, The Rising Sun, 8 Cliffe Road, Kingsdown, 1pm-3pm. Sewing and knitting social group; meets weekly. New members welcome. | ||||||||||
| Toddlers and Families Playgroup, Parish Hall, Great Mongeham, 1pm-3pm. See Monday 4 February for details. | Wendy
01304 239143 |
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Deal Breastfeeding Support Group, St George's Church, St George's Road, Deal, 1.30pm-3.30pm. Social group for breastfeeding mums; prams and toddlers welcome. £1.50. |
Candice Roberts |
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| Deal Bridge Club Meeting, Downs Sailing Club, The Clubhouse, The Strand, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DY, 1.30pm-5pm. Meet on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday each week. |
07825 703352 |
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| Kingsdown and Ringwould WI Meeting, Village Hall, Upper Street, Kingsdown, 2pm-4pm. Guest speaker: Gehad Hornsey on "Mercy Ships". Visitors and new members welcome. | ||||||||||
| Tea and Chat Social, Ripple Village Hall, corner of Sutton Road and Pommeus Lane, Ripple CT14 8JA, 2pm. All welcome. |
01304 374512 |
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Badminton. Friendly fitness and lighthearted games. Walmer Baptist Church, Dover Road, Walmer, 2pm-4pm. £1.50 per session. |
See website | |||||||||
| Deal Badminton Club, Tides Leisure Centre, Park Avenue, Deal, 2pm-4pm. Weekly meeting. Fee £3 (plus 50p towards shuttlecocks). | Ron
or Lesley
01304 364726 |
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| Ringwould with Kingsdown Parish Council Meeting, Ringwould Village Hall, A249 Dover Road, Ringwould, 7pm. | ||||||||||
| Deal and Walmer Handelian Choral Society Weekly Rehearsal, Deal Community Church (former Victoria Baptist Church), Stanley Road, Deal, 7.30pm-9pm. New members welcome. | Liz
Sharp See website |
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| Bingo, St Leonard's Hall, Rectory Road, Upper Deal, 7.45pm, door open 7pm. Bingo Book (12 pages + 4 flyer games) for £12.25. Refreshments on sale; own alcoholic drinks allowed. Everyone welcome. | Facebook page | |||||||||
| Tuesday 12 February | ||||||||||
| Weekly Coffee Morning, Betteshanger Sports and Social Club, Cavell Square, Deal, 10am-12noon. Profits to the Club and local charities. | ||||||||||
| Computer Club, Elizabeth House, 32 St Mary's Road, Upper Walmer, 10am-12noon. Help for newcomers and experienced users. £3 per session. | Chitra |
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| Ipad and Iphone Classes for Seniors, Golf Road Community Centre, North Deal; sessions: 10am and 11am. Tution for senior citizens on using all the features of the Apple iPad and Apple iPhone. £10 per session. For more, see Tuesday 5 February listing. | Philip
Healey
07772 785927 |
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| HealthWalk - Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, North Deal: 10.15am (for 10.30am) duration 60mins. Free, short, volunteer-led local walk. | Call
Bernie to confirm details
07977 491084See website |
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| Breastfeeding Support Group, Blossom Children's Centre, The Downs C of E Primary School, Downs Road, Walmer, 1pm-2.30pm. Please ckeck with organiser. | Facebook group. | |||||||||
| Deal Bridge Club Meeting, Downs Sailing Club, The Clubhouse, The Strand, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DY, 1.30pm-5pm. Meet on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday each week. |
07825 703352 |
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| Knitting for the Needy weekly meeting. A knitting circle making items for babies/children in South Africa and the Ukraine, Walmer Baptist Church, Dover Road, Walmer, 2pm-4pm. |
01304 364216 See website |
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| Adult Tap Dancing Class, Golf Road Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, North Deal, 6pm-7pm. Suitable for beginners and intermediates; provide your own tap shoes. | Text
Katie for info:
07590 003886 |
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| Ripple Bingo Club, Village Hall, corner of Sutton Road and Pommeus Lane, Ripple CT14 8JA, starts 7pm. All welcome. |
01304 365573 |
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| Deal and District Branch of the Kent Family History Society Meeting, The Landmark Centre, (Cleary Hall), 129 High Street. Deal, 7pm for 7.30pm. Guest speaker: Nick Tomaszewski on “A Thousand Years History of a Polish Family”. Admission: members free; non members £2. |
See website |
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| Walmer Badminton Club, Walmer Parish Hall, Dover Road, Walmer, 8.30pm. Meets Tuesdays and Fridays. Friendly club - for all abilities. | Simon
or Bridgette
01304 614113 See website |
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| Wednesday 13 February | ||||||||||
| Wednesday Market - sale of local produce in The Undercroft, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 9.30am - 1.30pm. |
01304 361999 |
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| Deal Health Walk - meet at Deal Library, Broad Street, Deal, 9.45am (for 10am). A free, short, volunteer-led local walk (duration 60-90mins). No need to book, just turn up. | Julia
Wells
01304 828713 See website |
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|
Deal Botanical Coloured Pencil Group, Golf Road Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, Deal, 10am - 12noon. Tuition for people interested in botanical coloured pencil work. See Wednesday 6 February listing for details. |
Helen
Hanson
01304 370250 |
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Landmark Show Choir Meeting, The Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, North Deal, 6.30pm-8pm. For adults (16years +); newcomers welcome. |
Maddie
Cordes
01304 239055 |
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| Deal and District Camera Club Meeting, The Landmark Centre, High Street, Deal, 7.30pm. Guest speaker: Viveca Koh FRPS on her work including how she uses her iPhone to take photographs. All welcome; £4 entry for non-members.. | Mary
Venables (Secretary)
01304 366087See website |
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| Bingo Session, Betteshanger Sports and Social Club, Cavell Square, Deal, 7pm for 7.45pm start. All welcome. | ||||||||||
| Learn to Dance Modern Jive, Royal British Legion (Downs) Social Club, 20 Market Street, Deal, 8pm (doors open 7.30pm). Weekly session, ideal for beginners. Fee: £5 per person (pay on the night). |
01304 380405 Facebook page |
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| Great Mongeham Badminton Club Meeting, Parish Hall, Great Mongeham, 8pm-10pm. All abilities welcome. | Val
Rees
01304 373307 |
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| Thursday 14 February | ||||||||||
| St Valentine's Day | ||||||||||
| Walmer Mothers and Toddlers' Group, Walmer Chapel, Station Road, Walmer, 9.30am-11.30am. Meets Thursdays (during school term). | See website | |||||||||
| "Drop In" Social, The Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 10am-11am. Regular long-established weekly event. All welcome. | Patricia
Bradford
01304 364769 |
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| Parent and Toddler Group, Village Hall, Sholden, 10am-12noon. Fee: £1 per session. | Jim
Sullivan
01304 379106 |
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| Free Dog Microchipping Session, Marke Wood Recreation Ground, Dover Road, Walmer, 12noon-2pm. Dover District Council's free microchipping service . Owners can also check an existing chip is up to date. NB: may be cancelled in the event of adverse weather. |
01304 872289 |
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| Deal Bridge Club Meeting, Downs Sailing Club, The Clubhouse, The Strand, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DY, 1.30pm-5pm. Meet on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday each week. |
07825 703352 |
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| Oceans (Kander Care) Disco, The Ocean Rooms, 32-36 Queen Street, Deal, 6.30pm-8.30pm. A fortnightly disco for anyone with learning difficulties or disabilities. Refreshments available; full wheelchair access. Entry: £3 (includes a raffle). |
07854 739375 Facebook page |
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| Ripple Parish Council Meeting, Village Hall, corner of Sutton Road and Pommeus Lane, Ripple CT14 8JA, 7pm. All welcome. | Parish
Clerk
01304 364406 |
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| Talk: Thomas Treanor, Sky Pilot, Walmer Chapel, 30 Station Road, Upper Walmer, 7pm. An illustrated talk by Norman Hopkins on Thomas Treanor, Chaplain of Missions to Seaman and Secretary to the Downs Branch of the RNLI in the late 19th century. All welcome. In support of the Walmer, Deal and District RNLI. | See website | |||||||||
| Deal and District Motorcycle Club Meeting, The Magnet Pub, London Road, Deal, 7.30pm. All enthusiasts welcome. | Graham
Prior
07749 480104 See website |
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| Great Mongeham Society Meeting, Parish Hall, Great Mongeham, 7.30pm. . Visitors and new members welcome. |
01304 379306 |
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| Goodwins Evening Women's Institute Meeting, Trinity Church, Union Road, Deal, 7.30pm. Members meet up on the second Thursday of each month for social and fun activities and to listen to interesting speakers. New members are welcome; an excellent way to make new friends. | Secretary Anne Grant
01304 361704 |
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| St Martin's Women's Institute Monthly Meeting, The Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 7.30pm. For women of all ages the group enjoys a variety of speakers, events and other activities. Visitors are welcome. | Wendy
Marshall
01304 365687 |
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| Deal Camcorder Club Meeting, 43 Victoria Road, Deal, 7.30pm. New members welcome. Meets on second and fourth Thursdays in the month. |
01304 825943 |
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The History Project, The Astor Community
Theatre, 7.30pm (doors open 7pm). The monthly meeting for both
individuals and organisations to share stories of the area's past.
Free admission. |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Bingo, St Leonard's Hall, Rectory Road, Upper Deal, 7.45pm, door open 7pm. Bingo Book (12 pages + 4 flyer games) for £12.25. Refreshments on sale; own alcoholic drinks allowed. Everyone welcome. | Facebook page | |||||||||
| Friday 15 February | ||||||||||
| Friday Market - sale of local produce in The Undercroft, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 9.30am - 1.30pm. |
01304 361999 Facebook page |
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| Mill Hill Community Cafe, St Richard's Church Hall, Mill Hill, Deal, 10am-12noon. Social meeting place; open to all every Monday and Friday. Coffee, tea and bacon rolls on sale. | Facebook page | |||||||||
| Kingsdown Crafters Weekly Meeting, St John's Church, Kingsdown, 1pm-3pm. Support for all types of crafts. Fee: £1.50 (includes tea and biscuits). |
01304 360850
01304 379307 |
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| Deal Chess Club Meeting, RMA Club, 37 The Strand, Walmer, 1.30pm. New members and beginners welcome. | Michael
Burney
01304 852686 See website |
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| Organ Recital, St Mary the Virgin Church, Ripple, 2pm. Organist George Sharman with Marika Landy, soprano. All are welcome. | ||||||||||
|
Dance Classes:
Over 50s Dance Exercise, 5pm-6pm;
Beginners Ballroom and Latin, 7pm-8pm. Ringwould Village Hall, A258 Dover Road, Ringwould. Fee: £5 per session. |
01227 710869 Facebook page |
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| Upper Deal Bridge Club Meeting, The Landmark Centre, 129 High Street, Deal, 6.45pm (for 7pm start). Weekly Duplicate Contract Bridge session. See Friday 1 February listing for details. | Michael
Burney
01304 852686 e-mail: See website |
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| Great Mongeham Table Tennis Club Weekly Meeting, Parish Hall, Great Mongeham, 7pm-9pm. All abilities welcome. | Val
Rees
01304 373307 |
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|
Just Like Errol Brown, The Astor Community
Theatre, 8pm (doors open 7.30pm). Tribute to Errol Brown, the
charismatic front man for 'Hot Chocolate', by Gee Bello. Tickets:
£17. |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Deal Folk Club Meeting, RMA Club, 37 The Strand, Walmer, 8pm. | Sue
Watson
01304 360877 See website |
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| Walmer Badminton Club, Walmer Parish Hall, Dover Road, Walmer, 8.30pm. Meets Tuesdays and Fridays. Friendly club - for all abilities. website | Simon
or Bridgette
01304 614113 |
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| Saturday 16 February | ||||||||||
| Deal General Market, Union Road/Duke Street carpark, Deal, 8.30am - 3pm. |
01304 361999 |
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| Seafront Parkrun, starts on seafront area facing The Beach, Walmer, 9am. A 5km community timed run along the seafront to Deal Pier, back to Walmer Castle and returning to The Beach. Free and open to all - for fun or as part of a training plan. | Details
and registration form: See website |
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| Coffee Morning, Walmer Chapel, Station Road, Upper Walmer, 10am-12noon. Free refreshments. All welcome. |
01304 268847 See website |
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| Family History Research Help, The Landmark Centre (Diane Nash room), 129 High Street, Deal, 10am-12noon. Free advice session by members of the Deal Branch of the Kent Family History Society. | ||||||||||
| Coffee Morning, St. George’s Hall, High Street, Deal, 10am-12noon. Cakes and savouries; books and puzzles; handbags and scarves; vintage items; arts and crafts. Plus raffle and tombola. Admission £1 (includes tea, coffee and biscuits). Organised by The Inner Wheel Club of Deal in aid of The Deal Centre. | ||||||||||
| Target Archery Taster, Betteshanger Park, A258 Deal-Sandwich Road, Sholden, nr Deal. Sessions at 10am, 11am, 12.30pm and 1.30pm. Coaching with GB Archery qualified instructors in the best techniques to shoot with accuracy. Learn how to hold the bow, the correct body stance, aim and shoot for the first few arrows and progress to a six arrow competition. Suitable for children aged 8 and over. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Cost: £8 for 45 minutes. | See
website
01304 619227 |
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| Valentine's Dance, Royal British Legion (Downs) Social Club, 20 Market Street, Deal, 7pm-11pm. Music from all the decades. Free entry; all welcome. |
01304 380405 See website |
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| Deal and Walmer Lions Club Quiz Night, The Alma pub, West Street, Deal, starting at 7.30pm. £4 entry; tables for 6 or 8; bring own nibbles; drinks from the bar; plus Heads and Tails. All proceeds after expenses benefit local charities and good causes. | To
book a table
07902 047241 |
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|
40 Years of Kate Bush, The Astor Community
Theatre, 8pm (doors open 7.30pm). Tribute to singer Kate Bush
by the five-piece band Cloudbusting. Tickets: £20-£24.
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| Sunday 17 February | ||||||||||
| Junior Parkrun, Betteshanger Country Park, off A258 Deal-Sandwich Road, Sholden, nr Deal, 9am. A 2k timed run for juniors only (4-14 year olds); every Sunday. Free - but registration required. | Details
and registration form: see website. |
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| Deal All Stars FC Meeting, St Mary's RC Primary School, St Richard's Road, Deal, 9.30am-11am. Football training and social group for youngsters and adults with disabilities or special needs. New members welcome. | Donna
Spain
07547 103950 |
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| Cinque Ports Scooter Club Weekly "Ride-out", meet Deal Pier entrance 9.30am, set off 10am. New members welcome. | Facebook page | |||||||||
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Seafront Films presents Animation Noir, The
Astor Community Theatre, 7.30pm (doors open at 7pm). Screening
of four tales from the Seafront: A Special Case; Marine Drive; Giant
Stiletto Found on Beach; and Mystery as Nightclub Closes. Showing
with La Jetée. Tickets: £7/£6. |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Events details | More information | |||||||||
| Monday 18 February | ||||||||||
|
KCC School Holiday Break |
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| Forest School Holiday Club, Betteshanger Park, A258 Deal-Sandwich Road, Sholden, nr Deal, 9am-3pm. For children aged between 4 and 11 years, two days of fun and adventures - with learning how to use a range of different tools, lighting fires, camp fire cooking, woodland crafts, building dens, climbing trees, making friends and exploring the forest school site. Cost: £25 per day (includes all activities, equipment, snacks and hot drinks); bring own packed lunch. Additional siblings: £20 each. | See website
01304 619227 |
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| Mill Hill Community Cafe, St Richard's Church Hall, Mill Hill, Deal, 10am-12noon. Social meeting place; open to all every Monday and Friday. Coffee, tea and bacon rolls on sale. | Facebook page | |||||||||
|
Nature into Art Group, Golf Road Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, Deal, 10am-12noon. Weekly tutored art group working in a variety of media. For details see Monday 4 February. |
Helen
Hanson
01304 370250 |
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| HealthWalk - Betteshanger Country Park: 10.30am (for 10.45am start) duration 90mins. Free, volunteer-led local walk - ideal those who wish to be more active. | Call
Bernie to confirm details
07977 491084See website |
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| Knit and Natter Group Meeting, The Rising Sun, 8 Cliffe Road, Kingsdown, 1pm-3pm. Sewing and knitting social group; meets weekly. New members welcome. | ||||||||||
|
Deal Breastfeeding Support Group, St George's Church, St George's Road, Deal, 1.30pm-3.30pm. Social group for breastfeeding mums; prams and toddlers welcome. £1.50. |
Candice Roberts |
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| Deal Bridge Club Meeting, Downs Sailing Club, The Clubhouse, The Strand, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DY, 1.30pm-5pm. Meet on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday each week. |
07825 703352 |
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|
Badminton. Friendly fitness and lighthearted games. Walmer Baptist Church, Dover Road, Walmer, 2pm-4pm. £1.50 per session. |
See website | |||||||||
| Deal Badminton Club, Tides Leisure Centre, Park Avenue, Deal, 2pm-4pm. Weekly meeting. Fee £3 (plus 50p towards shuttlecocks). | Ron
or Lesley
01304 364726 |
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| Deal and Walmer Handelian Choral Society Weekly Rehearsal, Deal Community Church (former Victoria Baptist Church), Stanley Road, Deal, 7.30pm-9pm. New members welcome. | Liz
Sharp See website |
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| Bingo, St Leonard's Hall, Rectory Road, Upper Deal, 7.45pm, door open 7pm. Bingo Book (12 pages + 4 flyer games) for £12.25. Refreshments on sale; own alcoholic drinks allowed. Everyone welcome. | Facebook page | |||||||||
| Tuesday 19 February | ||||||||||
| Forest School Holiday Club, Betteshanger Park, A258 Deal-Sandwich Road, Sholden, nr Deal, 9am-3pm. For children aged between 4 and 11 years. For details, see Monday 16 February listing. |
01304 619227 See website |
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| Weekly Coffee Morning, Betteshanger Sports and Social Club, Cavell Square, Deal, 10am-12noon. Profits to the Club and local charities. | ||||||||||
| Computer Club, Elizabeth House, 32 St Mary's Road, Upper Walmer, 10am-12noon. Help for newcomers and experienced users. £3 per session. | Chitra |
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| Ipad and Iphone Classes for Seniors, Golf Road Community Centre, North Deal; sessions: 10am and 11am. Tution for senior citizens on using all the features of the Apple iPad and Apple iPhone. £10 per session. For more, see Tuesday 5 February listing. | Philip
Healey
07772 785927 |
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| MY/PT Obstacle Course, Betteshanger Park, A258 Deal-Sandwich Road, Sholden, nr Deal, 10am-2pm. A half-term challenge for families and friends to scale the heights of ˜Vertigo", wade ankle deep in mud through the trenches, do battle with ˜Carnage", tackle balance beams, water jumps and rope walks. Cost: £6 for one hour access to the course. Sessions at 10am, 11am, 12noon and 1pm. Suitable for children aged 8 and over. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. |
01304 619227 See website |
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| HealthWalk - Sandown Castle, North Deal: 10.15am (for 10.30am) duration 60mins. Free, short, volunteer-led local walk. | Call
Bernie to confirm details
07977 491084See website |
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| Breastfeeding Support Group, Blossom Children's Centre, The Downs C of E Primary School, Downs Road, Walmer, 1pm-2.30pm. | Facebook group | |||||||||
| Deal Bridge Club Meeting, Downs Sailing Club, The Clubhouse, The Strand, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DY, 1.30pm-5pm. Meet on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday each week. |
07825 703352 |
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| Knitting for the Needy weekly meeting. A knitting circle making items for good causes, Walmer Baptist Church, Dover Road, Walmer, 2pm-4pm. See website. |
01304 364216 |
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| Adult Tap Dancing Class, Golf Road Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, North Deal, 6pm-7pm. Suitable for beginners and intermediates; provide your own tap shoes. | Text
Katie for info:
07590 003886 |
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| Walmer Badminton Club, Walmer Parish Hall, Dover Road, Walmer, 8.30pm. Meets Tuesdays and Fridays. Friendly club - for all abilities. | Simon
or Bridgette
01304 614113 See website |
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| Wednesday 20 February | ||||||||||
| Wednesday Market - sale of local produce in The Undercroft, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 9.30am - 1.30pm. |
01304 361999 |
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| Loose Fibres Craft Group Meeting, Ripple Village Hall, corner of Sutton Road and Pommeus Lane, Ripple CT14 8JA, 9.30am-12.30pm. | Rita
Rhodes
01304 365778 |
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Workshop: The History and Handling of Film, Kent Museum of the Moving Image, Stanhope Road, Deal, 9.30am-5pm. Film-maker and archivist David Cleveland ('The Prof' from Vision On) explains how film was made, shot, processed and shown, including practical film handling, splicing, projection and the techniques of film identification. Suitable for ages 16+. Fee: £45; students £30 (light lunch and refreshments provided). |
more
details and booking online
01304 239515 |
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| Deal Health Walk - meet at Deal Library, Broad Street, Deal, 9.45am (for 10am). A free, short, volunteer-led local walk (duration 60-90mins). No need to book, just turn up. | Julia
Wells
01304 828713 See website |
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Deal Botanical Coloured Pencil Group, Golf Road Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, Deal, 10am - 12noon. Tuition for people interested in botanical coloured pencil work. See Wednesday 6 February listing for details. |
Helen
Hanson
01304 370250 |
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| Kid’s Kingdom Parent and Toddler Group Meeting, Walmer Baptist Church Hall, entrance in Kelvedon Road, Walmer, 1.30pm-3pm. | Janet
Saunders
01304 373853 |
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| Mongeham and Ripple Womens Institute Meeting, Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 2.30pm. Guest speaker: Linda Warren on "Fashion in the 60s and 70s". Visitors welcome. Meets on the third Wednesday of each month. | Elizabeth
Sleath
01304 619093 |
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Landmark Show Choir Meeting, The Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, North Deal, 6.30pm-8pm. For adults (16years +); newcomers welcome. |
Maddie
Cordes
01304 239055 |
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| Deal and District Camera Club Meeting, The Landmark Centre, High Street, Deal, 7.30pm. New members welcome. See website. | Mary
Venables (Secretary)
01304 366087 |
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| Bingo Session, Betteshanger Sports and Social Club, Cavell Square, Deal, 7pm for 7.45pm start. All welcome. | ||||||||||
| Learn to Dance Modern Jive, Royal British Legion (Downs) Social Club, 20 Market Street, Deal, 8pm (doors open 7.30pm). Weekly session, ideal for beginners. Fee: £5 per person (pay on the night). |
01304 380405 Facebook page |
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| Great Mongeham Badminton Club Meeting, Parish Hall, Great Mongeham, 8pm-10pm. All abilities welcome. | Val
Rees
01304 373307 |
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| Thursday 21 February | ||||||||||
| "Drop In" Social, The Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 10am-11am. Regular long-established weekly event. All welcome. | Patricia
Bradford
01304 364769 |
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| Parent and Toddler Group, Village Hall, Sholden, 10am-12noon. Fee: £1 per session. | Jim
Sullivan
01304 379106 |
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| Deal Bridge Club Meeting, Downs Sailing Club, The Clubhouse, The Strand, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DY, 1.30pm-5pm. Meet on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday each week. |
07825 703352 |
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| Deal Scrabble Club Meeting, Deal Library, Broad Street, Deal, 2pm. All abilities welcome. | Myriam
01304 363525 |
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National Theatre Live: Antony and Cleopatra, The
Astor Community Theatre, 7pm (doors open 6.30pm). Broadcast
live from the National Theatre, Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo in
Shakespeare's tragedy of politics, passion and power. Tickets £19.
|
Details/booking Astor Theatre |
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| Deal and District Flower Club Meeting, Cleary Hall, The Landmark Centre, High Street, Deal, 7.30pm. A small friendly club that meets on the third Thursday of each month - except August and December - for flower arranging demonstrations, practicals and talks. New members and visitors welcome. | ||||||||||
| Deal and District Motorcycle Club Meeting, The Magnet Pub, London Road, Deal, 7.30pm. All enthusiasts welcome. | Graham
Prior
07749 480104 See website |
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| Bingo, St Leonard's Hall, Rectory Road, Upper Deal, 7.45pm, door open 7pm. Bingo Book (12 pages + 4 flyer games) for £12.25. Refreshments on sale; own alcoholic drinks allowed. Everyone welcome. | Facebook page | |||||||||
| Friday 22 February | ||||||||||
| Friday Market - sale of local produce in The Undercroft, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 9.30am - 1.30pm. |
01304 361999 Facebook page |
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| Mill Hill Community Cafe, St Richard's Church Hall, Mill Hill, Deal, 10am-12noon. Social meeting place; open to all every Monday and Friday. Coffee, tea and bacon rolls on sale. | Facebook page | |||||||||
| Kingsdown Crafters Weekly Meeting, St John's Church, Kingsdown, 1pm-3pm. Support for all types of crafts. Fee: £1.50 (includes tea and biscuits). |
01304 360850
01304 379307 |
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| Deal Chess Club Meeting, RMA Club, 37 The Strand, Walmer, 1.30pm. New members and beginners welcome. | Michael
Burney
01304 852686 See website |
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Dance Classes:
Over 50s Dance Exercise, 5pm-6pm;
Beginners Ballroom and Latin, 7pm-8pm. Ringwould Village Hall, A258 Dover Road, Ringwould. Fee: £5 per session. |
01227 710869 Facebook page |
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| Upper Deal Bridge Club Meeting, The Landmark Centre, 129 High Street, Deal, 6.45pm (for 7pm start). Weekly Duplicate Contract Bridge session. See Friday 1 February for details. | Michael
Burney
01304 852686 e-mail: See website |
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| Great Mongeham Table Tennis Club Weekly Meeting, Parish Hall, Great Mongeham, 7pm-9pm. All abilities welcome. | Val
Rees
01304 373307 |
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|
Pirates of Penzance, The Astor Community
Theatre, 7.30pm (doors open 7pm). Merry Opera's exuberant
production of Gilbert and Sulivan's "Pirates of Penzance".
Tickets: £20. Optional pre-show meal available. |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Bingo Session, Royal British Legion Downs Social Club, 20 Market Street, Deal, 7pm for 7.45pm. All welcome. |
01304 380405 See website |
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| Deal Folk Club Meeting, RMA Club, 37 The Strand, Walmer, 8pm. See website. | Sue
Watson
01304 360877 |
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| Walmer Badminton Club, Walmer Parish Hall, Dover Road, Walmer, 8.30pm. Meets Tuesdays and Fridays. Friendly club - for all abilities. | Simon
or Bridgette
01304 614113 See website |
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| Saturday 23 February | ||||||||||
| Deal General Market, Union Road/Duke Street carpark, Deal, 8.30am - 3pm. |
01304 361999 |
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| Seafront Parkrun, starts on seafront area facing The Beach, Walmer, 9am. A 5km community timed run along the seafront to Deal Pier, back to Walmer Castle and returning to The Beach. Free and open to all - for fun or as part of a training plan. | Details
and registration form: See website |
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| Coffee Morning, Walmer Chapel, Station Road, Upper Walmer, 10am-12noon. Free refreshments. All welcome. |
01304 268847 See website |
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| Target Archery Taster, Betteshanger Park, A258 Deal-Sandwich Road, Sholden, nr Deal. Sessions at 10am, 11am, 12.30pm and 1.30pm. Coaching with GB Archery qualified instructors in the best techniques to shoot with accuracy. Learn how to hold the bow, the correct body stance, aim and shoot for the first few arrows and progress to a six arrow competition. Suitable for children aged 8 and over. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Cost: £8 for 45 minutes. | See
website
01304 619227 |
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| Step
Dance English and USA, Trinity Church Hall, Union Road, Deal,
from 10.15am. Step and clog dance session with The Arkwrights.
10.15am-11.15am: Traditional step dance styles based on clog tradition
from Lancashire;
11.30am-12.30pm: USA style clogging/flat footing. Cost: £7 a
session, £12 for both. Wear taps, clogs or smooth sole shoes
(avoid trainers). |
07501 463187 Facebook page |
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| Seedy Saturday: Seed and Plant Swap, The Landmark Centre Garden, High Street, Deal, 10.30am-12.30pm. The regular opportunity for local gardeners to exchange surplus seeds and plants. Organised by DealWithIt "green" group. | See website | |||||||||
| Lifeboat Lunch, The Downs Sailing Club, Walmer Seafront, off The Strand, Walmer CT14 7DY, 12.30pm for 1pm start.. A "Bangers 'n' Mash with Apple Crumble" lunch in support of the local RNLI Lifeboat. Tickets: £10, available from the Boathouse (please pre-book). Organised by the RNLI Walmer, Deal and District Fundraising Group. | Facebook page | |||||||||
| Green Thinking Fair, St Richard's Church Hall, 163 Mill Hill, Deal, 1.30pm-4pm. Free activities for all the family including: making animal masks, face painting, eco and vegan stall, upcycling and fabric repair, reflexology tasster, raffle and refreshmets. Q+A session with Natalie Bennett and Mike Eddy (Green Party) at 3pm. Organised by Dover and Deal Green Party. | Facebook page | |||||||||
| Kingsdown Rocks Jumble Sale, Ringwould and Kingsdown CE Primary School, Glen Road, Kingsdown, 2pm | ||||||||||
| Charity Concert, St Mary's Church, St Clare Road, Upper Walmer, 7.30pm. White Cliffs Symphonic Winds present a programme of popular and symphonic music by well-known wind band composers. Tickets £10 (bookable in advance or, subject to availability, on the door). | Book
tickets:
07961 772169 See website |
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Young Elvis, The Astor Community Theatre,
8pm (doors open 7.30pm). Mark Summers as the young Elvis Presley;
the UK's official number one Elvis Tribute Show winner (the National
Theatre Awards 2018). Tickets: £18. Optional pre-show meal available. |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Sunday 24 February | ||||||||||
| Junior Parkrun, Betteshanger Country Park, off A258 Deal-Sandwich Road, Sholden, nr Deal, 9am. A 2k timed run for juniors only (4-14 year olds); every Sunday. Free - but registration required. | Details
and registration form: See website. |
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| Deal All Stars FC Meeting, St Mary's RC Primary School, St Richard's Road, Deal, 9.30am-11am. Football training and social group for youngsters and adults with disabilities or special needs. New members welcome. | Donna
Spain
07547 103950 |
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| Deal Beach Clean, meet Deal Pier entrance, 9.30am. The first of 2019's two Marine Conservation Society "cleans" where all the litter and debris gathered from the local beach is recorded as part of a national survey. Regular and new volunteers welcome. Litter pickers and collection bags provided. | See website | |||||||||
| Cinque Ports Scooter Club Weekly "Ride-out", meet Deal Pier entrance 9.30am, set off 10am. New members welcome. | Facebook page | |||||||||
| Vintage and Classic Cars Display, The Plough Inn, Church Lane, Ripple, 11.30am-2pm. All welcome. |
01304 360209 |
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KCC School Holiday Break ends. |
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| Events details | More information | |||||||||
| Monday 25 February | ||||||||||
| Tiny Toes Toddlers and Parents Group, Deal Community Church (former Baptish Church building), Victoria Road, Deal, 10am-11.30am. See Monday 4 February for details. |
01304 373297 |
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| Mill Hill Community Cafe, St Richard's Church Hall, Mill Hill, Deal, 10am-12noon. Social meeting place; open to all every Monday and Friday. Coffee, tea and bacon rolls on sale. | Facebook page | |||||||||
|
Nature into Art Group, Golf Road Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, Deal, 10am-12noon. Weekly tutored art group working in a variety of media. For details see Monday 4 February. |
Helen
Hanson
01304 370250 |
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| HealthWalk - Betteshanger Country Park: 10.30am (for 10.45am start) duration 90mins. Free, volunteer-led local walk - ideal those who wish to be more active. See website. | Call
Bernie to confirm details
07977 491084 |
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| Toddlers and Families Playgroup, Parish Hall, Great Mongeham, 1pm-3pm. See Monday 4 February for details. | Wendy
01304 239143 |
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| Knit and Natter Group Meeting, The Rising Sun, 8 Cliffe Road, Kingsdown, 1pm-3pm. Sewing and knitting social group; meets weekly. New members welcome. | ||||||||||
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Deal Breastfeeding Support Group, St George's Church, St George's Road, Deal, 1.30pm-3.30pm. Social group for breastfeeding mums; prams and toddlers welcome. £1.50. |
Candice Roberts |
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| Deal Bridge Club Meeting, Downs Sailing Club, The Clubhouse, The Strand, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DY, 1.30pm-5pm. Meet on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday each week. |
07825 703352 |
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Badminton. Friendly fitness and lighthearted games. Walmer Baptist Church, Dover Road, Walmer, 2pm-4pm. £1.50 per session. |
See website. | |||||||||
| Deal Badminton Club, Tides Leisure Centre, Park Avenue, Deal, 2pm-4pm. Weekly meeting. Fee £3 (plus 50p towards shuttlecocks). | Ron
or Lesley
01304 364726 |
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| Sholden Parish Council Meeting, Village Hall, corner of Sholden New Road and The Street, Sholden, 6.30pm. All residents welcome. | Parish
Clerk
01304 366077 |
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| Ripple Bingo Club, Village Hall, corner of Sutton Road and Pommeus Lane, Ripple CT14 8JA, starts 7pm. All welcome. |
01304 365573 |
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| Deal and Walmer Handelian Choral Society Weekly Rehearsal, Deal Community Church (former Victoria Baptist Church), Stanley Road, Deal, 7.30pm-9pm. New members welcome. | Liz
Sharp See website |
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| Bingo, St Leonard's Hall, Rectory Road, Upper Deal, 7.45pm, door open 7pm. Bingo Book (12 pages + 4 flyer games) for £12.25. Refreshments on sale; own alcoholic drinks allowed. Everyone welcome. | Facebook page | |||||||||
| Kingsdown Garden Society Monthly Meeting, Ringwould and Kingsdown CE Primary School, Glen Road, Kingsdown, 7.45pm. Guest speaker: Jo Baker on "Permaculture and edible plants in the garden". | T.
Ridley Ellis
01304 381084 See website |
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Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Tuesday 26 February | ||||||||||
| Weekly Coffee Morning, Betteshanger Sports and Social Club, Cavell Square, Deal, 10am-12noon. Profits to the Club and local charities. | ||||||||||
| Computer Club, Elizabeth House, 32 St Mary's Road, Upper Walmer, 10am-12noon. Help for newcomers and experienced users. £3 per session. | Chitra |
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| Ipad and Iphone Classes for Seniors, Golf Road Community Centre, North Deal; sessions: 10am and 11am. Tution for senior citizens on using all the features of the Apple iPad and Apple iPhone. £10 per session. For more, see Tuesday 5 February listing. | Philip
Healey
07772 785927 |
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| HealthWalk - Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, North Deal: 10.15am (for 10.30am) duration 60mins. Free, short, volunteer-led local walk. | Call
Bernie to confirm details
07977 491084See website |
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| Breastfeeding Support Group, Blossom Children's Centre, The Downs C of E Primary School, Downs Road, Walmer, 1pm-2.30pm. | Facebook group. | |||||||||
| Deal Bridge Club Meeting, Downs Sailing Club, The Clubhouse, The Strand, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DY, 1.30pm-5pm. Meet on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday each week. |
07825 703352 |
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| Knitting for the Needy weekly meeting. A knitting circle making items for good causes, Walmer Baptist Church, Dover Road, Walmer, 2pm-4pm. |
01304 364216 See website |
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| Adult Tap Dancing Class, Golf Road Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, North Deal, 6pm-7pm. Suitable for beginners and intermediates; provide your own tap shoes. | Text
Katie for info:
07590 003886 |
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| Licensing Service, St Mary's Church, St Mary's Road, Upper Walmer, 7pm. Formal licensing ceremony of the Rev'd Carolyn Wood as associate priest of the Walmer and Cornilo Benefice and the Rev'd Canon Seth Cooper as Rector. All welcome. | Church
Office
01304 366605 |
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| Ripple Bingo Club, Village Hall, corner of Sutton Road and Pommeus Lane, Ripple CT14 8JA, starts 7pm. All welcome. |
01304 365573 |
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| Walmer Badminton Club, Walmer Parish Hall, Dover Road, Walmer, 8.30pm. Meets Tuesdays and Fridays. Friendly club - for all abilities. | Simon
or Bridgette
01304 614113 See website |
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| Wednesday 27 February | ||||||||||
| Wednesday Market - sale of local produce in The Undercroft, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 9.30am - 1.30pm. |
01304 361999 |
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| Deal Health Walk - meet at Deal Library, Broad Street, Deal, 9.45am (for 10am). A free, short, volunteer-led local walk (duration 60-90mins). No need to book, just turn up. | Julia
Wells
01304 828713 See website |
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Deal Botanical Coloured Pencil Group, Golf Road Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, Deal, 10am - 12noon. Tuition for people interested in botanical coloured pencil work. See Wednesday 6 February listing for details. |
Helen
Hanson
01304 370250 |
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| Kids Kingdom pre-school parent and toddler group (0-4years), Walmer Baptist Church Hall, Kelvedon Road, Walmer, 1.30pm-3pm. Fee: £1 per family (includes a drink and snack). See website. | Janet
Saunders
01304 373853 or Pat Collyer
01304 364326 |
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Landmark Show Choir Meeting, The Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, North Deal, 6.30pm-8pm. For adults (16years +); newcomers welcome. |
Maddie
Cordes
01304 239055 |
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| Deal and District Camera Club Meeting, The Landmark Centre, High Street, Deal, 7.30pm. New members welcome. | Mary
Venables (Secretary)
01304 366087See website |
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| Bingo Session, Betteshanger Sports and Social Club, Cavell Square, Deal, 7pm for 7.45pm start. All welcome. | ||||||||||
| Learn to Dance Modern Jive, Royal British Legion (Downs) Social Club, 20 Market Street, Deal, 8pm (doors open 7.30pm). Weekly session, ideal for beginners. Fee: £5 per person (pay on the night). |
01304 380405 Facebook page |
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| Thursday 28 February | ||||||||||
| Walmer Mothers and Toddlers' Group, Walmer Chapel, Station Road, Walmer, 9.30am-11.30am. Every Thursday (during school term). | See website | |||||||||
| "Drop In" Social, The Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 10am-11am. Regular long-established weekly event. All welcome. | Patricia
Bradford
01304 364769 |
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| Parent and Toddler Group, Village Hall, Sholden, 10am-12noon. Fee: £1 per session. | Jim
Sullivan
01304 379106 |
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| Deal Bridge Club Meeting, Downs Sailing Club, The Clubhouse, The Strand, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DY, 1.30pm-5pm. Meet on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday each week. |
07825 703352 |
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| Deal Scrabble Club Meeting, Deal Library, Broad Street, Deal, 2pm. All abilities welcome. | Myriam
01304 363525 |
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| Oceans (Kander Care) Disco, The Ocean Rooms, 32-36 Queen Street, Deal, 6.30pm-8.30pm. A fortnightly disco for anyone with learning difficulties or disabilities. Refreshments available; full wheelchair access. Entry: £3 (includes a raffle). |
07854 739375 Facebook page |
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| Deal Camcorder Club Meeting, 43 Victoria Road, Deal, 7.30pm. New members welcome. Meets on second and fourth Thursdays in the month. |
01304 825943 |
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| Deal and District Motorcycle Club Meeting, The Magnet Pub, London Road, Deal, 7.30pm. All enthusiasts welcome. | Graham
Prior
07749 480104 See website |
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| Quiz Night, Deal Victoria and Barns Close Cricket Club, Court Road, Upper Walmer, 7pm for 7.30pm start. Entry £2; all welcome - booking not required. In aid of Save The Children Fund. |
See website |
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| Bingo, St Leonard's Hall, Rectory Road, Upper Deal, 7.45pm, door open 7pm. Bingo Book (12 pages + 4 flyer games) for £12.25. Refreshments on sale; own alcoholic drinks allowed. Everyone welcome. | Facebook page | |||||||||
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