Things to do this weekend in Kent

by Lauren Abbott

labbott@thekmgroup.co.uk

There are Easter themed events galore, West End worthy performances of Alice in Wonderland in a magical outdoor theatre space and one of Kent's biggest attractions is opening both a playground and adventure golf course.

It can only mean one thing.

Here are your seven suggestions from My Kent Family of things to enjoy this weekend:

1 Knights' Stronghold Playground and Adventure Golf, Leeds Castle

Saturday, April 13

It's been months and months in the planning and on Saturday Leeds Castle will cut the ribbon on its new playground and golf course for families. The huge new adventure playground, suitable for children aged up to 14, is modelled on the design of Leeds Castle and includes spiralling slides, fireman’s poles, giant cargo nets and zip wires. The golf course has also been modelled on the castle, with more challenging holes themed to daily attractions, such as falconry and the Maze.

To learn more about both and how to visit click here.

2 Big Splash, Medway

Saturday, April 13

Medway’s four sports centres – Medway Park, Strood Sports Centre, Hoo Sports Centre and Splashes – will host a range of free water-based taster sessions for people of all ages and swimming abilities this Saturday.

Residents will be able to try synchronised swimming, diving, water-polo, Fin2Fit mermaiding, lifeguarding and aqua fit. There will also be pool parties, AquaTots and demonstrations on how to save a baby’s life. To find this year's activity timetables visit www.medway.gov.uk/bigsplash

Alice in Wonderland is coming to Groombridge Place

3 Alice in Wonderland, Groombridge Place

Running until Monday, April 22

Enjoy a spectacular full stage musical production of Alice in Wonderland in the New Outdoor Forest Theatre. With a West End cast and specially created costumes, each 40-minute performance of Alice in Wonderland will captivate audiences, who can watch the famous tale unfold in the delightful natural surroundings of the Enchanted Forest. There will be two performances each day and children can also get creative in the new arts and crafts area. Performances of Alice in Wonderland will be taking place alongside other attractions at Groombridge including the walled gardens, giant outdoor chess set, birds of prey displays and the giant tree swings. Book your tickets here.

4 Bunny & Bob's Egg-cellent Disaster, Mick Jagger Centre, Dartford

Saturday, April 13

A fun-filled interactive Easter show just perfect for children aged two to eight is taking place this Saturday in Dartford. Disaster strikes when Santa's naughtiest elf Bobby Glittertights is sent for egg-stra training at the Easter Bunny's Chocolate Factory. Can the audience help him put things right and get all the chocolate eggs made in time for the Easter Bunny to deliver? The event includes a chocolate treat for each child and the chance to meet the Easter Bunny following the 45-minute performance. Book tickets here.

For more Easter themed events and activities see our round-up here.

The World's Biggest Bouncy Castle can be found at Dreamland

5 The World's Biggest Bouncy Castle, Dreamland Margate

Saturday, April 13 and Sunday, April 14

Camp Bestival's takeover of Dreamland is in full swing and one of its most popular attractions is set to be this giant bouncy castle. Dreamland is free to enter with visitors either choosing to buy an unlimited ride wristband or pay per ride. Slots to climb aboard the bouncy castle are available to purchase separately. Camp Bestival will be at the Margate theme park until next weekend when it will celebrate its residency with a party on Easter Sunday. All the details of the takeover can be found here.

6 Easter Craft Fair, Dungeness RNLI lifeboat station

Sunday, April 14

Craft stalls and refreshments will tempt families to Dungeness' lifeboat station this Sunday. And if the weather is good there is set to be an Easter egg hunt for children too! The event takes place between 10am and 4pm.

There's lots of Easter themed events in Kent this weekend

7 Easter egg trail, The Beaney, Canterbury

Running until Sunday, April 21

Learn about the traditions of Easter, hunt for hidden egg clues around the galleries to find secret code and crack the Easter Bunny’s case to claim your chocolate surprise! This Easter trail is running throughout the school holidays at the Canterbury city museum. To learn more click here.