Kent family events this weekend including stargazing and indoor climbing

by Katie Davis
WOW! Said the Owl, coming to the Gulbenkian
WOW! Said the Owl, coming to the Gulbenkian

WOW! Said The Owl The Gulbenkian Theatre, Canterbury

Friday, January 27 to Sunday, January 29

Kids can explore the world of colour in this production of the acclaimed children's book which is suitable for ages two to five. Baby on lap tickets can be booked and the show lasts around 35 minutes.

Book here

North America is to witness the first total solar eclipse for 99 years. Picture: Thinkstock
North America is to witness the first total solar eclipse for 99 years. Picture: Thinkstock

Stargazing Live 2017 Kent & Surrey Golf Club, Edenbridge

Friday, January 27 from 7pm and Saturday, January 28 from 3pm

The perfect event for budding astronomers. Friday evening is dedicated to looking at deep sky objects including galaxies and star clusters. Saturday will focus on the Sun through special solar telescopes. There'll be children's activities, a raffle, talks and much more so make go along - but wrap up warm!

More information here

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show is coming to Folkestone
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show is coming to Folkestone

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone

Saturday, January 28 and Sunday, January 29

The Very Hungry Caterpillar has made his way to the Kent seaside along with more than 70 other puppet friends. Four of Eric Carle's children favourite stories will be brought to life on stage in the show that runs for an hour and is on twice both days.

Book your tickets here

A goat at Kent Life
A goat at Kent Life

Animal fun Kent Life, Maidstone

Saturday, January 28 to Sunday, January 29 from 10am to 3pm

Head to Kent Life for two days of family fun including the chance to feed the sheep and goats, meet a pony and a fun farm ride. You can also have some lunch in Dotty's tearoom and, of course, make sure you allow enough time for a trip to Cuddle Corner.

Further details

here

The Royal Engineers Museum
The Royal Engineers Museum

75 years of the Bailey Bridge Royal Engineers Museum, Gillingham

Saturday, January 28 and Sunday, January 29 from 11.30am til 5pm

Enjoy a free family day out to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Bailey bridge. There'll be plenty to get involved in including a family competition to build a bridge, driving a model tank and a pop up exhibition.

Information

here

Bumble Beez Family Entertainment Centre Pysons Road, Ramsgate

Open Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm and weekends 10am to 6pm

There's fun for all kids up to the age of 12 at Bumble Beez. For babies and toddlers there's a huge enclosed area that includes a ball pool and a wavy slide. For slightly older children, up to the age of 12, there's an obstacle course, drop slide and much more. A great day out on a wet weekend.

More here

Get to grips with climbing this weekend
Get to grips with climbing this weekend

Chimera Climbing Centre

High Brooms Industrial Estate, Tunbridge Wells

Take the kids for a climbing experience at Chimera before 6pm on weekdays and before 2pm on weekends. Climbing sessions are available for kids older than five. A junior climbing club is also held at the centre.

Pre register you child here

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