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| VISITOR
ATTRACTIONS Opening days and times may be subject to change over holiday period. |
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| Deal Castle open to the public Saturdays and Sundays in January, 10am-4pm (NB: closed January 1). Admission: adult £7.20; child £4.30; concession £6.50; family £18.70. see website | 
03703 331181 |
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| Walmer Castle and Gardens, Kingsdown Road, Walmer - open to the public on New Years Day and every Saturday and Sunday in January, 10am-4pm. Admission: adult £10.90; child £6.50; concession £9.80; family £28.30. see website |
03703 331181 |
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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. (Winter opening times: 1 December-31
March.) Open daily: 8am-6pm. Free.
NB: times vary over Christmas/New
Year period. Tuesday 1 January:
open 10am-4pm; Wednesday 2 January (normal winter times resumed)
open 8am-6pm. |
Pier:
01304 363815 Restaurant:
awaiting details |
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| EXTERNAL LISTINGS OF EVENTS AND MEETINGS | ||||||||||
| Events details | More information | |||||||||
 Astor
Community Theatre events |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||||
| Events details | More information | |||||||||
| January: continuing
events and amenities NB: times may be subject to change over New Year. |
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| 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. Throughout January and February. | Astor website | |||||||||
| Talk It Out Well-being Centre, Spires Cafe, The Landmark Centre, High Street, Deal. Support facility for people experiencing depression and related problems. Open: 9am-11am Mondays-Fridays; and also 2pm-4pm Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout January. | Tracy
Carr
07923 096273 |
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| Events details | More information | |||||||||
| PLEASE NOTE: Arrangements for some events in the first week of January may change. If in doubt, please check with organisers. | ||||||||||
| Tuesday 1 January | ||||||||||
| New Year's Day | ||||||||||
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KCC School Holiday Break |
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| Seafront Parkrun - New Year's Day Special, starts on seafront area facing The Beach, Walmer, 8.30am. An extra outing for the 5km community timed run along the seafront to Deal Pier, back to Walmer Castle and returning to The Beach. NB: the earlier start time! | Facebook page | |||||||||
| 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. £2 per session. more details. | Chitra |
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| HealthWalk, Sandown Castle, North Deal, 10.15am (for 10.30am) duration 60mins. Free local walk - ideal for those who wish to be more active. See website. | Bernie
07977 491084 |
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| Deal Timeball Tower Museum, Victoria Parade, Deal, open 12noon-2pm. website. | ||||||||||
| Breastfeeding Support Group, Blossom Children's Centre, The Downs C of E Primary School, Downs Road, Walmer, 1pm-2.30pm. | Facebook group | |||||||||
| Wednesday 2 January | ||||||||||
| Wednesday Market - sale of local goods and produce in The Undercroft, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 9.30am - 1.30pm. |
01304 361999 |
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| HealthWalk, Deal Library, Broad Street, Deal, 9.45am (for 10am) - 60-90mins. Free local walk - ideal for those who wish to be more active. No need to book, just turn up. See website. | Julia
Wells
01304 828713 |
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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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| 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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| Thursday 3 January | ||||||||||
| Drop In Social, Parish Hall, Great Mongeham, 10am-11am. Refreshments and chat. All welcome. | ||||||||||
| Deal Scrabble Club Meeting, Deal Library, Broad Street, Deal, 2pm. All abilities welcome. | Myriam
01304 363525 |
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| Tea and Chat Social, St Nicholas Church, Ringwould, 2pm. Homemade cakes and a cuppa. All welcome. Fee: £1.50. | ||||||||||
| 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 | |||||||||
| 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 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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| Friday 4 January | ||||||||||
| Friday Market - sale of local produce in The Undercroft, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 9.30am - 1.30pm. |
01304 361999 |
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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 Group Meeting, St John's Church, Kingsdown, 1pm-3pm. Weekly meeting. | ||||||||||
| 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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| 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. | Michael
Burney
07796 237783 e-mail: |
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| Great Mongeham Table Tennis Club Weekly Meeting, Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 7.30pm. All abilities welcome. | Brian
01304 851914 |
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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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| Saturday 5 January | ||||||||||
| Twelfth Night | ||||||||||
| 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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| 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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| Sunday 6 January | ||||||||||
| Epiphany | ||||||||||
| 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 | |||||||||
| Events details | More information | |||||||||
| Monday 7 January | ||||||||||
| 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 | |||||||||
|
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. (Further sessions: Monday mornings 10am–12noon (a ten- week course). |
Helen
Hanson
01304 370250 |
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| HealthWalk, Betteshanger Country Park, 10.30am (for 10.45am start) duration 90mins. Free local walks - ideal for those who wish to be more active. See website. | Call
Bernie to confirm
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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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. See website. |
Facebook page | |||||||||
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Badminton. Friendly fitness and lighthearted games. Walmer Baptist Church, Dover Road, Walmer, 2pm-4pm. £1.50 per session. See website. |
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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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| Tuesday 8 January | ||||||||||
| HealthWalk, North Deal Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, Deal, 10.15am (for 10.30am) duration 60mins. Free local walk. See website. | Bernie
07977 491084 |
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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 to computing and for experienced users seeking advice on specific problems. £2 per session. more details. | Chitra |
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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 | |||||||||
| Knitting for the Needy 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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| Wednesday 9 January | ||||||||||
| Wednesday Market - sale of local goods and produce in The Undercroft, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 9.30am - 1.30pm. |
01304 361999 |
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| HealthWalk, Deal Library, Broad Street, Deal, 9.45am (for 10am) - 60-90mins. Free local walk - ideal for those who wish to be more active. No need to book, just turn up. See website. | Julia
Wells
01304 828713 |
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| Loose Fibres Craft Group Meeting, Ripple Village Hall, corner of Sutton Road and Pommeus Lane, Ripple CT14 8JA, 10am-12noon. | Rita
Rhodes
01304 365778 |
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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: January 16 and 30; February 6, 13 and 20; March 13, 20 and 27). |
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. |
01304 373853
01304 364326 |
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| Mongeham and Ripple WI Meeting, Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 2.30pm. | ||||||||||
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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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| Great Mongeham Badminton Club Meeting, Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 7.30pm. All abilities welcome. | Ian
01304 366146 |
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|
The Royal Marines Sergeants Mess Panto: Bonjur, Bonjur,
The Astor Community Theatre, 7.30pm
(doors open 7pm). The latest charity fund raising offering from former
Royal Marines in the town. Set in wartime France, their adult pantomime
draws on some familiar 'Allo 'Allo comedy themes and characters
- but with an original local Deal twist. Tickets: £17/£15.
Further performances: daily until Friday 18 January. |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| 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). | Facebook page | |||||||||
| Thursday 10 January | ||||||||||
| "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. First meeting. Fee: £1 per session. | Jim
Sullivan
01304 379106 |
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| Deal Scrabble Club Meeting, Deal Library, Broad Street, Deal, 2pm. All abilities welcome. | Myriam
01304 363525 |
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| Station Litter Pick, Deal Rail Station, 2pm. Community clean up session around the rail station by local volunteers. New helpers 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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| 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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| St Martin's WI Meeting, Parish Hall, Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 7.30pm-9.30pm. Visitors and new members welcome. | Wendy
Marshall
01304 365687 |
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|
The Royal Marines Sergeants Mess Panto: Bonjur, Bonjur,
The Astor Community Theatre, 7.30pm
(doors open 7pm). See Wednesday 9 January
for details. |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Friday 11 January | ||||||||||
| Friday Market - sale of local produce in The Undercroft, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 9.30am - 1.30pm. |
01304 361999 |
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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 Group Meeting, St John's Church, Kingsdown, 1pm-3pm. Weekly meeting. | ||||||||||
| 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. New members welcome. | Margaret
Musson
01304 374010 |
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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. | Michael
Burney
07796 237783 e-mail: |
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| Great Mongeham Table Tennis Club Weekly Meeting, Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 7.30pm. All abilities welcome. | Brian
01304 851914 |
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|
The Royal Marines Sergeants Mess Panto: Bonjur, Bonjur,
The Astor Community Theatre, 7.30pm
(doors open 7pm). See Wednesday 9 January
for details. |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Deal Folk Club Meeting, RMA Club, 37 The Strand, Walmer, 8pm. See website. | Sue
Watson
01304 360877 |
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| Saturday 12 January | ||||||||||
| 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 |
|||||||||
|
The Royal Marines Sergeants Mess Panto: Bonjur, Bonjur,
The Astor Community Theatre, 7.30pm
(doors open 7pm). See Wednesday 9 January
for details. |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Sunday 13 January | ||||||||||
| 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 | |||||||||
| Classic Motorcycle Display, Deal Pier, Deal Seafront, 12noon. See website. | ||||||||||
|
The Royal Marines Sergeants Mess Panto: Bonjur, Bonjur,
The Astor Community Theatre, 7.30pm
(doors open 7pm). See Wednesday 9 January
for details. |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Events details | More information | |||||||||
| Monday 14 January | ||||||||||
| Tiny Toes Toddlers and Parents Group, Deal Community Church (former Baptish Church building), Victoria Road, Deal, 10am-11.30am. See Monday 7 January 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 7 January. |
Helen
Hanson
01304 370250 |
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| HealthWalk, Betteshanger Country Park, 10.30am (for 10.45am start) duration 90mins. Free local walks - ideal for those who wish to be more active. See website. | Call
Bernie to confirm
07977 491084 |
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| Toddlers and Families Playgroup, Parish Hall, Great Mongeham, 1pm-3pm. See Monday 7 January 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. See website. |
Facebook page | |||||||||
| 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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| Kingsdown and Ringwould WI Meeting, Village Hall, Upper Street, Kingsdown, 2pm-4pm. Visitors and new members welcome. | ||||||||||
|
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, Village Hall, Upper Street, Kingsdown, 7pm. Residents are welcome to attend. | Parish
Clerk
01304 729081 |
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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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|
The Royal Marines Sergeants Mess Panto: Bonjur, Bonjur,
The Astor Community Theatre, 7.30pm
(doors open 7pm). See Wednesday 9 January
for details. |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Tuesday 15 January | ||||||||||
| HealthWalk, Sandown Castle, North Deal, 10.15am (for 10.30am) duration 60mins. Free local walk. See website. | Bernie
07977 491084 |
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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 to computing and for experienced users seeking advice on specific problems. £2 per session. more details. | Chitra |
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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 | |||||||||
| Knitting for the Needy 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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|
The Royal Marines Sergeants Mess Panto: Bonjur, Bonjur,
The Astor Community Theatre, 7.30pm
(doors open 7pm). See Wednesday 9 January
for details. |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Wednesday 16 January | ||||||||||
| Wednesday Market - sale of local goods and produce in The Undercroft, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 9.30am - 1.30pm. |
01304 361999 |
|||||||||
| HealthWalk, Deal Library, Broad Street, Deal, 9.45am (for 10am) - 60-90mins. Free local walk - ideal for those who wish to be more active. 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. Tuition for people interested in botanical coloured pencil work. See Wednesday 9 January 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. |
01304 373853
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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| Great Mongeham Badminton Club Meeting, Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 7.30pm. All abilities welcome. | Ian
01304 366146 |
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|
The Royal Marines Sergeants Mess Panto: Bonjur, Bonjur,
The Astor Community Theatre, 7.30pm
(doors open 7pm). See Wednesday 9 January
for details. |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| 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). | Facebook page | |||||||||
| Thursday 17 January | ||||||||||
| "Drop In" Social, The Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 10am-11am. All welcome. | Patricia
Bradford
01304 364769 |
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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 and District Motorcycle Club Meeting, The Magnet Pub, London Road, Deal, 7.30pm. All enthusiasts welcome. See website. | Graham
Prior
07749 480104 |
|||||||||
|
The Royal Marines Sergeants Mess Panto: Bonjur, Bonjur,
The Astor Community Theatre, 7.30pm
(doors open 7pm). See Wednesday 9 January
for details. |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Friday 18 January | ||||||||||
| Friday Market - sale of local produce in The Undercroft, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 9.30am - 1.30pm. |
01304 361999 |
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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 Group Meeting, St John's Church, Kingsdown, 1pm-3pm. Weekly meeting. | ||||||||||
| 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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| Organ Recital, Church of the Virging St Mary, Church Lane, ripple, 2pm. | ||||||||||
| 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. | Michael
Burney
07796 237783 e-mail: |
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| Great Mongeham Table Tennis Club Weekly Meeting, Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 7.30pm. All abilities welcome. | Brian
01304 851914 |
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The Royal Marines Sergeants Mess Panto: Bonjur, Bonjur,
The Astor Community Theatre, 7.30pm
(doors open 7pm). See Wednesday 9 January
for details. |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Deal Folk Club Meeting, RMA Club, 37 The Strand, Walmer, 8pm. See website. | Sue
Watson
01304 360877 |
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| Saturday 19 January | ||||||||||
| 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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| Sunday 20 January | ||||||||||
| 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 | |||||||||
| Country Walk, starts at The Plough Inn, Church Lane, Ripple, 10am. A leisurely 6-mile circular walk, organised by the White Cliffs Ramblers. website. |
01304 364856 |
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| Events details | More information | |||||||||
| Monday 21 January | ||||||||||
| Tiny Toes Toddlers and Parents Group, Deal Community Church (former Baptish Church building), Victoria Road, Deal, 10am-11.30am. See Monday 7 January 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 | |||||||||
| HealthWalk, Betteshanger Country Park, 10.30am (for 10.45am start) duration 90mins. Free local walks - ideal for those who wish to be more active. See website. | Call
Bernie to confirm
07977 491084 |
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| Toddlers and Families Playgroup, Parish Hall, Great Mongeham, 1pm-3pm. See Monday 7 January 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. See website. |
Facebook page | |||||||||
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Badminton. Friendly fitness and lighthearted games. Walmer Baptist Church, Dover Road, Walmer, 2pm-4pm. £1.50 per session. See website. |
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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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| Tuesday 22 January | ||||||||||
| HealthWalk, North Deal Community Centre, 28 Golf Road, Deal, 10.15am (for 10.30am) duration 60mins. Free local walk. See website. | Bernie
07977 491084 |
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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 to computing and for experienced users seeking advice on specific problems. £2 per session. more details. | Chitra |
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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 | |||||||||
| Knitting for the Needy 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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| 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 23 January | ||||||||||
| Wednesday Market - sale of local goods and produce in The Undercroft, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 9.30am - 1.30pm. |
01304 361999 |
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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+, this workshop can be tailored to participants’ interests and/or needs by prior arrangement. Fee: £45; students £30 (light lunch and refreshments provided). Also includes optional free admission to an archival film screening on 22 January. |
more
details and booking online
01304 239515 |
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| HealthWalk, Deal Library, Broad Street, Deal, 9.45am (for 10am) - 60-90mins. Free local walk - ideal for those who wish to be more active. No need to book, just turn up. See website. | Julia
Wells
01304 828713 |
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| Loose Fibres Craft Group Meeting, Ripple Village Hall, corner of Sutton Road and Pommeus Lane, Ripple CT14 8JA, 10am-12noon. | Rita
Rhodes
01304 365778 |
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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. |
01304 373853
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. See website. | Mary
Venables (Secretary)
01304 366087 |
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| Great Mongeham Badminton Club Meeting, Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 7.30pm. All abilities welcome. | Ian
01304 366146 |
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| 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). | Facebook page | |||||||||
| Thursday 24 January | ||||||||||
| "Drop In" Social, The Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 10am-11am. All welcome. | Patricia
Bradford
01304 364769 |
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Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Deal Scrabble Club Meeting, Deal Library, Broad Street, Deal, 2pm. All abilities welcome. | Myriam
01304 363525 |
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| 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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| 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 | |||||||||
| Friday 25 January | ||||||||||
| Robert Burns Night (Burns Night) | ||||||||||
| Friday Market - sale of local produce in The Undercroft, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 9.30am - 1.30pm. |
01304 361999 |
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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 Group Meeting, St John's Church, Kingsdown, 1pm-3pm. Weekly meeting. | ||||||||||
| 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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| 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. | Michael
Burney
07796 237783 e-mail: |
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| Great Mongeham Table Tennis Club Weekly Meeting, Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 7.30pm. All abilities welcome. | Brian
01304 851914 |
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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. website | Simon
or Bridgette
01304 614113 |
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| Saturday 26 January | ||||||||||
| 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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| Arthritis Care Group Monthly Meeting, Deal Centre, Park Street, Deal, 2pm. Support and social group for people with arthritis, their family and friends. Refreshments and transport available. Raffle. | Pauline
Hamilton
07891 162257 |
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|
Judy Collins, The Astor Community
Theatre, 7.30pm (doors open 7pm). The American singer and songwriter.
(Pre-show meal from The Herb Garden available.) Tickets: £25
- £35. |
Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Sunday 27 January | ||||||||||
| Holocaust Memorial Day | ||||||||||
| 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 | |||||||||
| Vintage and Classic Cars Display, The Plough Inn, Church Lane, Ripple, 12noon-2.30pm. All welcome. |
01304 360209 |
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| Deal Hop Farm AGM, The Astor Theatre, Stanhope Road, Deal, 6pm. Guest speaker: Dr Peter Darby of Wye Hops/British Hop Association. Meeting for members of Deal's hop growing project. | ||||||||||
| Events details | More information | |||||||||
| Monday 28 January | ||||||||||
| Tiny Toes Toddlers and Parents Group, Deal Community Church (former Baptish Church building), Victoria Road, Deal, 10am-11.30am. See Monday 7 January 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 7 January. |
Helen
Hanson
01304 370250 |
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| HealthWalk, Betteshanger Country Park, 10.30am (for 10.45am start) duration 90mins. Free local walks - ideal for those who wish to be more active. See website. | Call
Bernie to confirm
07977 491084 |
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| Toddlers and Families Playgroup, Parish Hall, Great Mongeham, 1pm-3pm. See Monday 7 January 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. See website. |
Facebook page | |||||||||
|
Badminton. Friendly fitness and lighthearted games. Walmer Baptist Church, Dover Road, Walmer, 2pm-4pm. £1.50 per session. See website. |
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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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| Kingsdown Garden Society Monthly Meeting, Ringwould and Kingsdown CE Primary School, Glen Road, Kingsdown, 7.30pm. Annual General Meeting. See website. | T.
Ridley Ellis
01304 381084 |
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Astor Theatre | |||||||||
| Tuesday 29 January | ||||||||||
| HealthWalk, Sandown Castle, North Deal, 10.15am (for 10.30am) duration 60mins. Free local walk - ideal for those who wish to be more active. See website. | Bernie
07977 491084 |
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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 to computing and for experienced users seeking advice on specific problems. £2 per session. more details. | Chitra |
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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. | |||||||||
| Knitting for the Needy 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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| 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. website | Simon
or Bridgette
01304 614113 |
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| Wednesday 30 January | ||||||||||
| Wednesday Market - sale of local goods and produce in The Undercroft, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 9.30am - 1.30pm. |
01304 361999 |
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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. For details see Wednesday 9 January listing. |
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. |
01304 373853
01304 364326 |
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| Recycled Teenagers Tea Party - monthly social event for the over-50s, The Community Centre, Golf Road, North Deal, 1.30pm-3.30pm. Entry: £2.50 (includes tea, coffee and a buffet). | Chrissi
Dunn
01304 373677 |
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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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| Great Mongeham Badminton Club Meeting, Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 7.30pm. All abilities welcome. | Ian
01304 366146 |
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| 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). | Facebook page | |||||||||
| Thursday 31 January | ||||||||||
| "Drop In" Social, The Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 10am-11am. All welcome. | Patricia
Bradford
01304 364769 |
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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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National Theatre Live: I'm Not Running, The
Astor Community Theatre, 7pm (doors open 6.30pm). An explosive
new play by David Hare, premiering at the National Theatre and broadcast
live to cinemas. Tickets £19. |
Details/booking Astor Theatre |
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| 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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