What things are there to do with the kids in Kent this bank holiday weekend?

by Ellis Stephenson
Morris teams from across the county will head to Rochester this weekend
Morris teams from across the county will head to Rochester this weekend

Sweeps Festival, Rochester High Street

Saturday, April 29, to Bank Holiday Monday

The annual Sweeps Festival is back for another year. The live music, morris dancers and stalls have been a key date in Medway's calendar. Click here to find out what's new this year.

Baby and Children's Market, Invicta Grammar School, Maidstone

Sunday, April 30

Described as 'the mummy of all baby event', there's certainly the chance to pick up a bargain this Sunday at the school in Huntsman Lane . There'll also be free games, crafts and competitions to keep the youngsters happy as well as entertainment and various stalls.

More details here

Disney's Beauty and the Beast is in cinemas now
Disney's Beauty and the Beast is in cinemas now

Beauty and the Beast, on in most cinemas

Staring Emma Watson this twist on a classic Disney tale is still in cinemas. Follow Belle and the other characters through this moving film which is sure to keep the children entertained. The film is still showing at Vue, Odeon and Cineworld.

The National Trust's Ightham Mote, near Borough Green. Picture: Helen Smith
The National Trust's Ightham Mote, near Borough Green. Picture: Helen Smith

Spring activities, Ightham Mote

Sunday, April 30, to Tuesday, May 2

Complete some of the 50 challenges as you go for a look around Ightham Mote. Then, why not pick up an activity pack and run off some of that steam in the natural play area?

Chiddingstone Castle
Chiddingstone Castle

Chiddingstone Literary Festival, Chiddingstone Castle, Edenbridge

Saturday, April 29, to Bank Holiday Monday

For the second year in a row the Chiddingstone Literary Festival is going to be showcasing some of the best stories. There's something for the kids too with the return of the children's short story competition. Click for more.

Hever Castle, near Edenbridge
Hever Castle, near Edenbridge

Bank Holiday Festival, Hever Castle

Saturday, April 29, to Bank Holiday Monday

There's more celebrations at Kent's Hever Castle. Join in the fun as you meet the mythical Jack-in-the-Green and follow him on a procession through the gardens. Click here for times.

May Day celebrations, Kent Life

Bank Holiday Monday

Kent Life has got your covered if you're looking for a way to spend May Day. There'll be all the usual May Pole and Morris dancing and the kids will be able to explore the hidden wooden hunts and more. Visit www.kentlife.org.uk.

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