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Herne Bay Festival


18 to 26 August 2012

www.hernebayfestival.co.uk

HERNE BAY FESTIVAL

Help us celebrate 20 brilliant years!


Join us in celebrating 20 years of one of the largest free festivals in Kent! New events for this special year include fantastic air displays with wing walking and a Spitfire Mk IXB, 1950s dance displays and rock and roll events, street theatre and a fabulous firework finale with a twist! And of course, the festival favourites opening parade, crab catching competition, sandcastle building and fireworks to finish off the festival in style. This years programme is bursting with events ranging from great live music, street theatre, afternoon bandstand shows, family workshops and competitions something for everyone (and its all free!). The festival is core funded and managed by Canterbury City Council, who work closely with a band of passionate and enthusiastic people that form the Herne Bay Festival Advisory Group. They support and help develop the festival, and contribute a huge amount of time and energy to ensure events are a great success. Of course were always looking for new members so please get in touch if youre interested. You will see an evaluation form towards to back of the programme. It would be great if you can fill it in and let us know what you think. There is a prize draw for all completed entries with 50 in vouchers for the winner
All details in the programme are correct at time of print. Check the website for the most up-to-date news, events and listings.

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COMPETITIONS

The Pier Trust presents Herne Bay Rocks!


Thursday 16 to Thursday 23 August, 7.30pm start
This years festival sees the return of the ever popular Herne Bay Rocks competition, a showcase held all over town for the duration of the festival, searching for the best local musical talent. Although called Rocks, any live music is welcome and in the past we have had everything from jazz, soul, ska, acoustic, acapella and rap as well as rock to name just a few styles. Previous winners have included Amber Room, featuring Matt Clubb and Sueleen Fletcher from BBC The Voice and who will be appearing on our main stage on Saturday 25 (see page 40). There are two days in a recording studio and a slot on the festivals main stage up for grabs for the winner. So come along to any of the listed venues and enjoy some brilliant live music for free! For more details or if you would like to enter contact David Shepherd at tastysound@aol.com.

Thursday 16 Friday 17 Saturday 18 Sunday 19 Monday 20 Tuesday 21 Wednesday 22 Thursday 23

The Prince of Wales The Heron The Divers Arms The Queen Victoria The Druids Head The Angling Association The Hampton Inn The Rodneys Sportsbar (final)

Sunday 26 August Central Bandstand 3pm


Do you have the voice of an angel? Can you dance like J-Lo? Or are you the next Michael McIntyre? Whatever your talent, if it is entertaining, we want to see it! Come and enter yourself at our annual competition to nd the best talent in Herne Bay. With a whole afternoon of singing, dancing, comedy, magic and music its the one event you wont want to miss. Register at the Central Bandstand from 1pm to 2.30pm. Please read the rules below before entering.

Saturday 18 August Central Parade 8pm


Are you a swash buckler, a grog-swiller, or a captain of the seas? Then put on your eye-patch and join in this merry band of pirates as they make their way along Central Parade from Lane End to the Clocktower Plaza. The pirate parade needs everyone to be involved, and there are two ways to enter. Either book on one of our workshops that are running on Thursday 16, Friday 17 or Saturday 18 August and be involved with creating the costumes that make up the parade. Or if you cant make the workshops, register online (this is really important!) and then turn up on the night dressed to look the part! You can be as creative as you like with your costume perhaps add a captains hat, a beard, or a stripey top. As this is an evening parade well be handing out glow sticks for you to carry, but why not bring a torch as well and make sure you really shine? All children in the parade must be accompanied by at least one adult make sure they get dressed up too! To book on a workshop call 01227 862 201 www.hernebayfestival.com

Performers will be placed into one of ve age categories: four to eight, nine to 13, 14 to16, 17 to 20, 21 over All performances must take place on the Central Bandstand stage Props and instruments must require no set up time No act shall be longer than ve minutes Facilities are available for CDs, tapes and IPods No singing over backing tapes or CDs that include vocals (this may include some karaoke tapes/CDs) Acts must oer no danger to either performer or spectators The organisers reserve the right to stop the act at any time, and the judges decision is nal

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Herne Bays Got Talent!

The Smugglers Parade

HERNE BAY PIER

EXHIBITIONS

To celebrate the festivals 20th year a number of local artists have come together to put on a number of fantastic exhibitions, with many pieces of work available to buy. Dont miss the exhibition at Herne Bay Museum showcasing work from top british cartoonists!

Cartoonists at the Olympics Exhibition


Visit the Olympics with the nations much-loved cartoonists! Favourite work from the British Cartoon Archive selected by community sporting groups.In partnership with the British Cartoon Archive. Entry included in museum admission. Free to Canterbury district Residents Card holders and their children. Where: Herne Bay Museum, 12 William Street When: Saturday 18 to Sunday 26 August, 10am to 4pm

Herne Bay Arts Group Exhibition


Display of various pieces of art and craft, as produced by the Herne Bay Arts Group. All work is available to purchase. Where: United Churches Lower Hall, High Street When: Saturday 18 to Saturday 25 August (not Sunday 19), 10am to 4pm

CT6 exhibition
The CT6 artists have been busy creating an exhibition themed around celebration! Come and see the exhibition, then celebrate the festival by decorating your own plaster of Paris cupcake no need to book, just turn up! All the cupcakes can then be taken to the Giant Picnic on Sunday 26! Where: Bay Arts Gallery, 47a William Street When: Saturday 18 to Sunday 26 August, 10am to 4pm

Herne Bay Camera Club Annual Photographic Exhibition


An exhibition of prints by members of the Herne Bay Camera Club. For more details visit www.hernebaycameraclub.co.uk Where: Herne Bay Library Gallery, 124 High Street When: Saturday 18 to Saturday 25 August (not Sunday 19), 10am to 4pm

An exhibition of Olympic inspired work created by local artists. The Peoples Millions Art Gallery is situated in the entrance of the Kings Hall. Where: Kings Hall When: Saturday 18 to Sunday 26 August, 10am to 4pm

Herne Bay Baptist Church and arts activities


A varied and exciting exhibition of creative arts. Watercolours, acrylics, glass painting, model making, digital photography and many others. Reections coee shop also open. Where: Herne Bay Baptist Church, 105 High Street When: Wednesday 22 to Friday 24 August, 10.30am to 2pm

Beach Creative CIC, based in Beach House, provides a friendly and convenient temporary location for professionals, local groups, enterprising initiatives, students and social entrepreneurs to meet, work and share ideas to support and facilitate an expanding creative and cultural business, education and community network in Herne Bay.

Herne Bay Histories


For the Herne Bay Festival, Beach Creative will be building on a project looking at the towns residents and visitors views on their experiences of being in Herne Bay.

As part of this, the public are invited to come to Beach House to tell their stories and be filmed. There will be a series of creative workshops to give participants ideas about how they might produce creative work, which tells their stories, and the outcomes produced will form part of an exhibition in Beach House to be launched on Saturday 25 August.

Workshops
Workshops will take place from 2pm to 5pm on Tuesday 21, Wednesday 22 and Thursday 23 August in Beach House.

For further details contact Gill Wilson, gwilson@ucreative.ac.uk or phone 07545 787955 or visit our website at www.beachcreativecic.co.uk
Beach Creative is a non-profit community interest organisation that aims to support and enable the development of creative industries in the Herne Bay district. Part of this will be to increase opportunities for the community to develop their creative skills and participate in the arts, locally, nationally and, internationally. The University for the Creative Arts initiated the project and supports many of the activities within the space and the Creative Canterbury team at Canterbury City Council offered Beach House on a short-term lease as a temporary venue through the Creative Development team.

BEACH HOUSE

Sporting Life Exhibition

Beach House

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MIMS

Music in Mortimer Street - MIMS

MIMS is a collective term for the concerts that are held throughout the year at The United Church in Mortimer Street. The term is used to try to encompass the large range and variety of content from swing band to classical trios, cathedral organists to choral groups, piano recitals to brass bands and oering all musical styles from Bach to Bacharach. As part of the festival week there will be a number of additional concerts on oer and we are very excited to see them feature in the programme. On Saturday 18 August, David Ruddock gives a piano recital and on Thursday 23 August, the Director of Music at Liverpool Cathedral, David Poulter, gives an organ recital. In addition to this there will be FREE one-hour lunch time organ concerts taking place every day, from Monday 20 to Saturday 25, starting at 12.30pm. There are refreshments available in the church from 12pm to 2pm and people are welcome to enter or leave recitals at any time.

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Herne Bay Carnival


A fantastic day out for all the family come and see oats and perfomers in this annual procession through the town. Miss Herne Bay will tour the town on her oat from 11am with her court. Judging for oats at 5pm on Western Esplanade. Pedestrian and childrens fancy dress judging will take place at Lane End Gardens at 4.45pm, with the procession starting at 6pm. The Carnival Dance at the Kings Hall commences at 8pm with live entertainment from 70s style rock band Kellys Heros, tickets 4. Entry forms available from www.hernebaycarnival.co.uk or 01227 364836 Where: Central Parade, Town Centre and Kings Hall. When: 11am to 8pm

Beach Hut Open Day


Come and see a spectacular array of brightly dressed beach huts! A judging panel will pick the best hut. Dont miss the BBQ and live music taking place throughout the afternoon. Last years beach hut day was so successful that its believed this is why Herne Bay Beach Hut Owners Association scooped the UKs best beach hut owners association award 2011 (award given by TL Risks and Coast Magazine). Where: From Albany Drive to Hampton When: 10am to 4pm

The Smugglers Parade Workshop


Come and join this FREE workshop to make a fantastic costume for the parade on Saturday. This workshop is aimed at ages ve to 15, but guardians have to get involved too! Participants must be available to perform at the parade on Saturday 18 August. Children to be accompanied by a guardian. Pre-booking essential call 01227 862 201 for availability. Where: Beach House, Beach Street When: 10am to 4pm

The Smugglers Parade Workshop


Come and join this FREE workshop to make a fantastic costume for the parade on Saturday. This workshop is aimed at ages ve to 15, but guardians have to get involved too! Participants must be available to perform at the parade on Saturday 18 August. Children to be accompanied by a guardian. Pre-booking essential call 01227 862 201 for availability. Where: Beach House, Beach Street When: 10am to 4pm

Pier Trust Presents: Herne Bay Rocks!


Welcome in the festival with the rst evening of live music as part of the Herne Bay Rocks competition. See page four for details. Where: The Prince of Wales When: 7.30pm start

Pier Trust Presents: Herne Bay Rocks!


Another brilliant evening of live music as part of the Herne Bay Rocks competition. See page four for details. Where: The Heron When: 7.30pm start

Forrests Family Funfair


Dont miss Forrests Funfair with traditional rides, stalls, games and competitions for all the family. Where: Memorial Park, Kings Road When: Saturday 11 and Wednesday 15 to Saturday 18 August 2pm to 9pm

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SATURDAY 18

20th Anniversary Air Display


These air displays have been made possible by the generous support of Dave Jordan As part of the festivals 20th anniversary programme we are delighted to be showcasing a series of air displays throughout the afternoon! With displays from three of the best UK teams, this is one event that cannot be missed! Displays will take place over the seafront bring your binoculars! Where: Seafront When: 12.30pm to 1pm Breitling Wingwalkers 2.30pm to 3pm Red Bull Matadors 4.30pm to 5pm Spitfire Mk IXB and Mustang P-51D

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Breitling Wingwalkers
The Breitling Wingwalkers are seen live by over six million spectators each year in the UK alone. They perform a breathtaking sequence of acrobatic manoeuvres and handstands whilst strapped to the top wings of the teams beautiful Boeing Stearman biplanes. The team y the aircraft through a well rehearsed energetic routine of dazzling aerobatics and close formation ypasts as the wingwalkers wave at the crowd. These manoeuvres include, loops, rolls, stall turns and even inverted ight! During all of this, the wingwalkers experience speeds of up to 150 mph and G forces of up to 4G!

Spitfire Mk IXB The most famous military aircraft of all time and one of the most beautiful ever built, the Spitre is perhaps chiey remembered as the symbol of the Battle of Britain. The Spitre was developed by Supermarine R.J Mitchell, and was the only British type in continuous construction throughout World War II. During WWII, thanks to constant improvements and modications, the Spitre was never outclassed as a short-ranged piston-engined interceptor apart from a brief period in 1941to1942, when it rst encountered the Focke-Wulf FW-190. When production nally ceased in 1949, more than 22,000 Spitres and Seares (the naval version of the Spitre) had been built in some 40 dierent variants. Mustang P-51D The P-51 was the most successful long-range ghter escort of World War II. The rst P-51s were

built with Allison engines; these aircraft were remarkable at low altitudes, but were considered under-powered and disappointing at higher altitudes. In late 1942 the P-51 was transformed when, in the UK, Rolls Royce Merlin engines were tested in place of the Allison. The Merlin, as used in the Spitre, was then licensebuilt by Packard in the USA and in 1943 was installed in the P-51B and C models. The Merlin made the 1944 P-51D, with its bubble canopy and six-guns, possibly the most beautiful and potent ghter of the time. The P-51Ds range was an incredible 2,055m (3,327km) with a level maximum speed of 437mph (703kph) at 25,000 feet; the max diving speed was 505mph (818kph). Its huge fuel capacity was 1,000 litres internally and 815 litres in drop tanks. Its service ceiling was 41,900 feet (12,800m). Red Bull Matadors The team is made up of one of the UKs most dynamic aerobatic teams, featuring top British pilots: Paul Bonhomme and Steve Jones. Paul and Steve have performed all over the UK and Europe, touring

China, Japan and the Middle East in the FAI World Grand Prix series: an aerobatic competition with solo and formation categories which has been running since 1997. The Matadors have scooped three gold and two silver medals in the formation category, including a Gold medal at the 2004 World Grand Prix in Al Ain, UAE. The Red Bull Matadors builds on Red Bulls considerable pedigree in air sports. Aerobatic ight is the domain of only the most experienced and talented pilots, with superior powers of mental focus. The Red Bull Matador display is designed to demonstrate the truly remarkable performance of the Sukhoi aircraft, ying in a variety of formation patterns.

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Old Flying Machine Company Spitfire and Mustang Duo

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Zany Zoetropes
Be inspired by the cartoon exhibition to create your own fun moving picture animation. Drop-in craft activity. 1 per person to cover the cost of materials in addition to standard museum entry charge. Where: Herne Bay Museum, 12 William Street When: 10am to 4pm

Movie Mania
Kavanagh Cinema will be hosting a dierent lm every morning of the festival week. Contact 01227 365 676 or drop in for more information. Where: Kavanagh Cinema, William Street When: 11am Cost: 3.50

The Smugglers Parade Workshop


Come and join this FREE workshop to make a fantastic costume for the parade on Saturday. This workshop is aimed at ages ve to 15, but guardians have to get involved too! Participants must be available to perform at the parade on Saturday 18 August. Children to be accompanied by a guardian. Drop in workshop no need to book. Where: Beach House, Beach Street When: 10am to 4pm

Face Painting
Our friendly artists will be decorating faces all afternoon. Do you want to be a buttery, tiger or dragon? Numerous designs to choose from, small charges will apply. Where: Promenade When: 12pm to 4pm

Herne Bay Town Partners present Model Engineering


Come and have a ride on this small scale train around the park! With thanks to Canterbury Model Engineering Society and Herne Bay Town Partners. Where: Memorial Park When: 12pm to 4pm

Pebble Painting
Join The Activity Box for Pebble Painting on the pier! Enjoy getting creative with pebbles and paints and make a gift for someone special or treat yourself to the perfect hand made memento of your day. All ages and abilities welcome. Where: Pier Entrance When: 2pm to 4pm

*Dont forget to visit all the wonderful exhibitions throughout the town! See page six for details.

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Jumpin and Jivin


Join us for an afternoon of rock and roll music featuring dance performances from the Cinque Port Lindy Hoppers and Helles Belles. Dont miss a jive lesson with Phil at 2pm! Where: Clocktower Plaza
12pm to 12.30pm Cinque Port Lindy Hoppers 1pm to 2pm The Remains of Johnny Cash featuring Helles Belles 2pm to 2.30pm Jive lesson with Phil 3pm to 4pm Gearbox 4pm to 4.30pm Cinque Port Lindy Hoppers 5pm to 6pm Nagasaki 3

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Bright Shadow present: Salon Luminhaire


Salon Luminhaire is an interactive installation that is hairy on the outside and all heart on the inside. In this salon for the mind, explore a world of stories, experiences and provocations that divert your attention to the kinder side of life. Let Salon Luminhaires sta guide you on a journey through this installation which spotlights, magnies and celebrates the small things that make a dierence. Where: Pier Entrance Times: 1pm to 2.30pm and 3pm to 4.30pm

Beautiful Town Music presents Acoustic Bandstand


Beautiful Town Music is a collective that promotes and supports new local music. BTM run the Songwriters Showcases at The Ballroom in Canterbury on the rst Thursday of every month, which is free and well worth a visit. For more information see: www.facebook.com/beautifultownmusic Where: Central Bandstand 1pm to 1.40pm Alex Hills 1.50pm to 2.30pm Arcelia 3pm to 3.40pm Richard Navarro 3.50pm to 4.30pm The Noel McCalla and Dudley Ross Duo 5pm to 5.45pm Elle Rayenne 6pm to 6.45pm The Boxing Octopus 7pm to 7.45pm Coco and the Butterfields

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A group of sherwomen, dressed in bold, bright sher-folk outts, roam the coast, hauling their small shing hut, made of worn, splintered driftwood, rusty timber and sailcloth. They seek places to drop anchor and connect with the locals to share their sea stories through choral song, old folk tunes and live music. Funny and nostalgic a must see event! Where: Promenade between the Pier and the Bandstand When: 1.30pm to 2pm 3pm to 3.30pm 4pm to 4.30pm

Forrests Family Funfair


Last chance to have a go on Forrests Family Funfair! Open late tonight, head over after the ery display! Where: Memorial Park, Kings Road When: 2pm to 10pm

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The Galloping Cuckoos present: Driftwood

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The Smugglers Parade


A magical storm has shipwrecked a merry band of friendly pirates in Herne Bay! Having spent the week enjoying the town, they love it so much that they want to stay forever! Join the pirates as they march back to their ship to say their nal goodbye to the seas, and come to live in the best town in the world! Come and watch the return of our fantastic evening parade as it makes its way from Lane End to the Clocktower Plaza. Would you like to take part? See page ve for

details. The parade will start at Lane End at 8pm and will nish at the Clocktower Plaza at 9pm. See the map on page two for full details. Where: Lane End (start) When: 8pm to 9pm

MIMS present David Ruddock Piano Recital


Back by popular demand! Come and see David Ruddock perform a programme of classical music including Mozart Sonata in A and Chopins Fantaisie-Impromptu. See page eight for more details and listings of other MIMS events taking place during the week. Where: United Church, Mortimer Street When: 7pm Cost: 6 adults, 3 children

Pier Trust presents: Herne Bay Rocks!


Another brilliant evening of live music as part of the Herne Bay Rocks competition. See page four for details. Where: The Divers Arms When: 7.30pm start

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Dont forget to visit all the wonderful exhibitions throughout the town! See page six for details.

Join the pirates as they say goodbye to their ship with this spectacular fiery finale! This sculpture has been created by international artist Robert Bradford, who created the fantastic Poseidon and Burning Man sculptures at the festival in 1995-6. We are delighted to welcome Robert back for our anniversary programme. This event is an absolute must see do not miss out!! Where: Clocktower Plaza When: 9.15pm

Poseidon at the Herne Bay Festival 1995

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Fiery Finale

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Dont forget to see all the wonderful exhibitions including this one at The Herne Bay Museum. See page six for details Zany Zoetropes
Be inspired by the cartoon exhibition to create your own fun moving picture animation. Drop-in craft activity. 1 per person to cover the cost of materials in addition to standard museum entry charge. Where: Herne Bay Museum, 12 William Street When: 10am to 4pm

SUNDAY 19

Cherry Orchard Fun Day


A great family fun day for all ages. Attractions include a falconry display, dog show, karate demonstration, pony rides, go karts, face painting, chair-o-planes and Pip the Clown magic show. Limited parking at Strode Park 1 Where: Cherry Orchard, Herne When: 1pm to 5pm

Herne Bay Town Partners present...Model Engineering


Come and have a ride on this small scale train around the park! With thanks to Canterbury Model Engineering Society and Herne Bay Town Partners. Where: Memorial Park When: 12pm to 4pm

Movie Mania
Kavanagh Cinema will be hosting a dierent lm every morning of the festival week. Contact 01227 365 676 or drop in for more information. Where: Kavanagh Cinema, William Street When: 11am Cost: 3.50

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London Olympics 1948. Cartoon by NEB (Ronald Niebour) published Daily Mail 07/08/1948

One of the festivals favourite events! Come and dangle a line from the pier and try to catch the heaviest crab, or angle for one of the specially marked crabs that have been placed in the water! There are prizes to be won for both categories. Please bring 16 metres of fishing line, a small weight and a container or bucket to keep your crab in. Fish heads and squid are offered as bait at the start. All crabs get to go back in the water after the weigh-in. Under 16s only. Where: Herne Bay Pier When: 1pm start until 3.30pm weigh-in at the HBAA house. Clubhouse.

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Monster Crab Catching Competition

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Herne Mill Open Day


Herne Mill is a Kentish smock windmill dating from 1789. It is Grade I listed and is owned by Kent County Council and cared for by the Friends of Herne Mill. This is an exciting opportunity to see inside! See www.herne-mill.btik.com for more information. Where: Mill Lane, Herne When: 2pm to 5pm Cost: 1 adults, 25p children

St Georges Cup and Festival Race - a Pursuit Sailing Race.


In a pursuit race the slowest boat starts rst and the faster boats start at various times after this according to their handicap. The handicap system is called a Portsmouth Yardstick and is designed so that boats of dierent speeds can race against each other. At the end of the race the boat that is in the leading position having sailed the same number of laps as everyone else is the winner. Spectators will get an excellent view of the event from the pier and a commentator will be on hand to explain what is going on and who is in the lead. This trophy was originally presented to the West Cli Regatta Committee by the Hotel St. George as a sailing trophy in 1964. The race this year is between the two local clubs: Hampton Pier Yacht Club and Herne Bay Sailing Club. Where: West of the Pier When: 2pm

Herne Bay Historical Records Society presents A Walk Back in Time


Members of the Herne Bay Historical Records Society will be pleased to conduct parties of the public on a tour of the town. The walk normally lasts an hour and a half with questions, somewhat longer! No booking needed just turn up on the day! Where: Meet at Herne Bay Museum, 12 William Street When: 2.30pm to 4pm

Pier Trust presents: Herne Bay Rocks!


Another brilliant evening of live music as part of the Herne Bay Rocks competition. See page four for details. Where: The Queen Victoria When: 7.30pm start

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Megan Taylor

Invicta Concert Band


Formed in 1983, the Invicta Concert Band is made up of woodwind, brass and percussion. A fantastic band that will ll out the Central Bandstand this afternoon. Get there early for a good seat! Where: Central Bandstand When: 2pm to 4pm

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Multi Sports Sessions


Come and have a go at our multi sports sessions including tennis, football, rounders and more! Suitable for ages five to 11 years. Repeats Tuesday and Wednesday. Contact Lucy Payne on 07717 706694 for more information. Where: Herne Bay Memorial Park When: 9am to 12pm Cost: 1 x day 10, 3 x days 25

Coastal ramble from Reculver to Herne Bay and back!


Join in a walk from Reculver Country Park to Herne Bay and back, looking at the history and wildlife of this part of the coast. Leader: Julie Thomsett, Kent Wildlife Trust (contact mobile 07747 474 361). Sturdy shoes. Dogs on leads. Please bring a packed lunch or buy lunch in Herne Bay. Where: Meet at Reculver Pay and Display Car Park (CT6 6SS) When: 9.30am. Return by 4pm

Play and Stay


Games, activities, song and rhyme. Suitable for up to five years olds. Where: Briary Childrens Centre, CT6 7RS When: 10am to 12pm

Aquathlon
Can you swim 100m (four lengths) and then run one mile? Take on the aquathlon challenge! For ages eight to 14. Where: Herons Swimmimg Pool, William Street When: 9am to 3pm Cost: 4 members. 6 non members

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Social chat and coffee come and delve into Herne Bays local history collection and reminisce about times gone by. Where: Herne Bay Library When: 10am to 11am

Science on the Beach


Karen Emery BSc PGCE qualified science teacher and tutor runs Kent Subject Support Tutoring in Herne Bay and is offering exciting science based activities on the beach. Learn how to make your own drinking water from sea water, make craters using rocks and learn all about everyday science in the nature around us. To book please call 01227 862 201. For more information see www. kentsubjectsupport.co.uk Where: Beach between Bandstand and the Pier When: 11am to 12.30pm

Zany Zoetropes
Be inspired by the cartoon exhibition to create your own fun loving picture animation. Drop-in craft activity. 1 per person to cover the cost of materials in addition to standard museum entry charge Where: Herne Bay Museum, 12 William Street When: 10am to 4pm

A series of free, one-hour lunch time organ concerts will be running throughout the festival week. See page eight for full details. Where: United Church, Mortimer Street When: 12.30pm to 1.30pm

Look at, and handle, ancient artefacts including toy trains, cameras, telescopes and a lucky dip. A different exhibition every day! Where: 22 Western Esplanade When: 2pm to 5pm

Beach Games
Join us for a series of fun water games, races, silly costumes and prizes for some high energy summer fun. Suitable for ages five to 11. Repeat tomorrow for older years. Children are the responsibility of parents at all times. Where: Beach beyond Clocktower Plaza When: 2pm to 3.30pm

Wise Words
Canterbury Laureate Sarah Salway showcases the very best words of wisdom to come from the Canterbury district through the Wise Words project; a community creative writing project which puts the youth of today in correspondence with the golden generation. Expect poetry, memoirs, letters, lyrics, perhaps a recipe for happiness or even song and dance! Supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England. Where: Kings Hall Bar When: 7.30pm Cost: Tickets 5 on the door

Movie Mania
Kavanagh Cinema will be hosting a different film every morning of the festival week. Contact 01227 365 676 or drop in for more information. Where: Kavanagh Cinema, William Street When: 11am Cost: 3.50

Herne Bay Organ Club


A fantastic series of performances from the talented members of the Herne Bay Organ Club. Enjoy an afternoon of sunshine listening to this local group. The club are always on the lookout for new members, for more information see www.hbokc.co.uk Where: Central Bandstand When: 1.30pm to 3.45pm

Water Walkerz Races


Race 25m in a giant hamster ball. Prizes for fastest Under eights, nine to 12 years and 12 to 16 years. Weight limit of 16 stone. Contact 01227 742 102 to book. Where: Herons Swimming Pool When: 2pm to 4pm Cost: 2 including swimming after the event. Booking essential.

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Talk Time

MIMS Lunchtime Concerts

Mini Museum

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Tea Dance
Traditional ball room dancing. Contact 01227 374 188 for more details. Where: Kings Hall, East Cliff Parade When: 2.30pm to 5.30pm How much: 3.50

Pier Trust presents: Herne Bay Rocks!


Another brilliant evening of live music as part of the Herne Bay Rocks competition. See page four for details. Where: The Druids Head, 182 High Street When: 7.30pm start

The Late Edwina Black


Edwina Black has just died, but was it a natural death - or something more sinister? If so, who was to blame? An exciting mystery thriller that keeps the audiences guessing until the very end. Every night until the 25 August. Pre-booking essential call 01227 366 004. Where: Herne Bay Little Theatre, 44 Bullers Avenue When: 7.30pm Cost: 8

Lelisir damore live from Glyndebourne


Kavanagh Cinema is pleased to offer a special screening of this famous opera, especially for the festival programme! Set in an idyllic Italian village square, Donizettis delightful opera tells of the romantic rivalry between the penniless Nemorino and the arrogant Sergeant Belcore for the love of the beautiful, quiet Adina. Witty, charming and ultimately deeply touching, this is Italian opera at its intoxicating best. Sung in Italian with English subtitles. Where: Kavanagh Cinema, William Street When: 8.15pm Cost: 6

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Are you a triathlete in the making? Have a go at this fantastic sports course and see what your best time is! Swim 400m (16 lengths), run one mile, bike three miles. Ages 15 over Where: Herons Swimming Pool When: 9am to 3pm Cost: 4 members. 6 non members

Zany Zoetropes
Be inspired by the cartoon exhibition to create your own fun moving picture animation. Dropin craft activity. 1 per person to cover the cost of materials in addition to standard museum entry charge. Where: Herne Bay Museum, 12 William Street When: 10am to 4pm

Pillaging Pirates
Under sevens storytelling and craft activity. Enjoy pirate stories, investigate pirate-related artifacts and make your own pirate flag or hat to wear and take home. 3 per child. Advance booking only. Tel 01227 367 368 Where: Herne Bay Museum, 12 William Street When: 10.30am to 11.30am

Little Herons
A fun story time and art activity session. All materials and refreshments provided. Where: Herne Bay Museum, 12 William Street When: 10.30am to 11.30am Cost: 3 per child (adults free)

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Triathlon

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Science on the Beach


Karen Emery BSc PGCE qualied science teacher and tutor runs Kent Subject Support Tutoring in Herne Bay and is oering exciting science based activities on the beach. Learn how to make your own drinking water from sea water, make craters using rocks and learn all about everyday science in the nature around us. To book please call 01227 862 201. For more information see www.kentsubjectsupport.co.uk Where: Beach between bandstand and the pier When: 11am to 12.30pm

Beach Games
Join us for a series of fun water games, races and prices for some high energy summer fun. Suitable for ages 12 to 15. Young people are the responsibility of parents at all times. Where: Beach beyond Clocktower Plaza When: 2pm to 3.30pm

MIMS Lunchtime Concerts Punch and Judy Shows


The Herne Bay Festival may be turning 20 this year, but Mr Punch will be celebrating his 350th birthday! Join him for an afternoon of mischief, giggles and mayhem at these traditional seaside shows. Where: Central Bandstand When: Shows at 12.30pm, 2pm and 3.30pm A series of free, one-hour lunch time organ concerts will be running throughout the festival week. See page eight for full details. Where: United Church, Mortimer Street When: 12.30pm to 1.30pm

Beach House Workshop


Come down to Beach House and tell us your memories of living in Herne Bay! Contribute to our interactive exhibition, and see exhibits of festivals gone by! See page seven for details. Where: Beach House, Beach Street When: 10am to 4pm

Dont forget to visit all the wonderful exhibitions throughout the town! See page six for details.

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See page 23 for details. Where: 22 Western Esplanade When: 2pm to 5pm

Pier Trust presents: Herne Bay Rocks!


Another brilliant evening of live music as part of the Herne Bay Rocks competition. See page four for details. Where: The Angling Association When: 7.30pm start

The Late Edwina Black


Edwina Black has just died, but was it a natural death or something more sinister? If so, who was to blame? An exciting mystery thriller that keeps the audiences guessing until the very end. Every night until the 25 August. Pre-booking essential call 01227 366 004. Where: Herne Bay Little Theatre, 44 Bullers Avenue When: 7.30pm Cost: 8

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Mini Museum

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Get Walking!
Gentle, healthy family walk along the promenade. Buggy friendly. Where: Meet Central Bandstand When: 10am

MIMS Lunchtime Concerts


A series of free, one-hour lunch time organ concerts will be running throughout the festival week. See page eight for full details. Where: United Church, Mortimer Street When: 12.30pm to 1.30pm

Zany Zoetropes
Be inspired by the cartoon exhibition to create your own fun moving picture animation. Dropin craft activity. 1 per person to cover the cost of materials in addition to standard museum entry charge. Where: Herne Bay Museum, 12 William Street When: 10am to 4pm

Beach House Workshop


Come down to Beach House and tell us your memories of living in Herne Bay! Contribute to our interactive exhibition, and see exhibits of festivals gone by! See page seven for details. Where: Beach House, Beach Street When: 10am to 4pm

Movie Mania Sandcastle Competition


Our annual competition is back again! There are four categories: Class 1: Ages three to five (1pm to 1.30pm) Class 2: Ages six to eight (1.45pm to 2.15pm) Class 3: Ages nine to 11 (2.30pm to 3pm) Class 4: Ages 12 over (3.15pm to 3.45pm) All entrants must register. Registration for all classes is open from 12.30pm. The competition will start at 1pm. Where: Beach west of Pier
Sponsored by Cains Amusements, Bretts Aggregates and Westley Hire

Kavanagh Cinema will be hosting a different film every morning of the festival week. Contact 01227 365 676 or drop in for more information. Where: Kavanagh Cinema, William Street When: 11am Cost: 3.50

Fun Olympics
An Olympic sized challenge for every contender! Small pool races include; floats, pick up objects and relays. Suitable for non swimmers aged five to 10. Main pool races include; strokes, floats and relays. Suitable for ages over eight. Must be able to swim 25m. Where: Herons Swimming Pool When: 4pm to 5pm Cost: 5 members. 6 non members.

Mini Museum
See page 23 for details. Where: 22 Western Esplanade When: 2pm to 5pm

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Pier Trust presents: Herne Bay Rocks!


Another brilliant evening of live music as part of the Herne Bay Rocks competition. Where: Hampton Inn, 72 Western Esplanade When: 7.30pm start

The Late Edwina Black


Edwina Black has just died, but was it a natural death or something more sinister? If so, who was to blame? An exciting mystery thriller that keeps the audiences guessing until the very end. Every night until the 25 August. Pre-booking essential call 01227 366 004. Where: Herne Bay Little Theatre, 44 Bullers Avenue When: 7.30pm Cost: 8

Reach Out Gospel Choir


This fantastic group from Canterbury will be singing a number of songs including favourites Aint No Mountain High Enough and Lean on Me. Do not miss this midweek highlight! The Reach Out Gospel Choir are based in Canterbury and always looking for new members of all ages and abilities. Where: Central Bandstand When: 2pm to 4pm

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THURSDAY 23

Zany Zoetropes

MIMS Lunchtime Concerts


A series of free, one-hour lunch time organ concerts will be running throughout the festival week. See page eight for full details. Where: United Church, Mortimer Street When: 12.30pm to 1.30pm

A Family Walk
A lovely walk for all the family through Curtis Wood Park in Herne. Organised by Blean Heritage and Community Group. Telephone 01227 372 519 to book. Where: Meet at entrance by Curtis Wood Park Road, south of Herne village. When: 10am

Be inspired by the cartoon exhibition to create your own fun moving picture animation. Dropin craft activity. 1 per person to cover the cost of materials in addition to standard museum entry charge. Where: Herne Bay Museum, 12 William Street When: 10am to 4pm

Beach House Workshop


Come down to Beach House and tell us your memories of living in Herne Bay! Contribute to our interactive exhibition, and see exhibits of festivals gone by! See page seven for details. Where: Beach House, Beach Street When: 10am to 4pm

Movie Mania
Kavanagh Cinema will be hosting a different film every morning of the festival week. Contact 01227 365 676 or drop in for more information. Where: Kavanagh Cinema, William Street When: 11am Cost: 3.50

Herne Mill Open Day


Herne Mill is a Kentish smock windmill dating from 1789. It is Grade I listed and is owned by Kent County Council and cared for by the Friends of Herne Mill. This is an exciting opportunity to see inside! See www.herne-mill. btik.com for more information. Where: Mill Lane, Herne When: 2pm to 5pm Cost: 1 adults, 25p children

Health Screening Day


Make sure youre fighting fit this summer. Get your blood pressure checked, talk about general health and diet and try some exercises with the team. Open to all. Free. Where: Herons Swimming Pool When: 9am to 3pm

Little Herons
A fun story time and art activity session. All materials and refreshments provided. Where: Herne Bay Museum, 12 William Street When: 10.30am to 11.30am Cost: 3 per child (adults free)

Baby Bounce and Rhyme


Songs, music and nursery rhymes for up to two years old and guardian. Where: Herne Bay Library When: 11am

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Rocking Rockpooling
Explore the rocky shore, hunt for marine creatures and discover how they have adapted to this extreme environment. Wellies or sturdy footwear (you may get wet), uneven slope to shore, shingle, slippery rocks. Led by Julie Thomsett, Kent Wildlife Trust. A suggested donation of 1 appreciated. Dogs on leads. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Where: Meet outside Reculver Visitor Centre, Reculver Lane When: 11.30am to 1.30pm

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Kent Youth Jazz Orchestra


This fantastic young band will be filling the Central Bandstand. Do not miss this midweek highlight! Where: Central Bandstand When: 2pm to 4pm

Mini Museum
See page 23 for details. Where: 22 Western Esplanade When: 2pm to 5pm

Pier Trust presents: Herne Bay Rocks!


The grand finale of the Herne Bay Rocks competition. Come and find out who will be playing the main stage on Saturday! Where: Rodneys Sports Bar When: 7.30pm start

The Late Edwina Black


Edwina Black has just died, but was it a natural death or something more sinister? If so, who was to blame? An exciting mystery thriller that keeps the audiences guessing until the very end. Every night until the 25 August. Pre-booking essential call 01227 366 004. Where: Herne Bay Little Theatre, 44 Bullers Avenue When: 7.30pm When: 8pm,Cost: 8

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Jazzles Jive Dance Class


A free taster class for those who are interested in learning modern jazz! Wear comfortable clothes and soft shoes. Beginners welcome. Over 18s only. Where: Kings Hall When: 8pm

Come and try badminton, one of the easiest and most enjoyable sports to play with friends and family or just come and meet new people. Perfect for mums and dads inspired by the Olympics, but all ages catered for. All equipment provided. If you enjoy yourself why not join the new social Badminton club starting Sunday 9 September at 6pm. Where: Bay Sports Arena When: 4pm to 7pm

MIMS presents David Poulter Organ Recital


Do not miss this fantastic performance from David Poulter, the Director of Music at Liverpool Cathedral. David has a wealth of experience performing and teaching music and we are delighted to welcome him to the festival programme. For more information see www. davidpoulter.co.uk or page eight. Where: United Church, Mortimer Street When: 7.30pm

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Family Fun Badminton Bonanza

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Seashore Explorer
Come along and check out the weird and wonderful marine life beneath the waves. The beach is a great place to explore, especially when the tide goes out. Come and find out more about the stuff you can find just remember to bring footwear for low tide! Where: Meet at Reculver car park When: 10.30am to 12.30pm

Story Time
Come and listen to a mid-morning story from around the world. Suitable for three to five year olds. All children to be accompanied by a guardian. Where: Herne Bay Library When: 10.30am

Movie Mania
Kavanagh Cinema will be hosting a different film every morning of the festival week. Contact 01227 365 676 or drop in for more information. Where: Kavanagh Cinema, William Street When: 11am Cost: 3.50

Zany Zoetropes
Be inspired by the cartoon exhibition to create your own fun moving picture animation. Dropin craft activity. 1 per person to cover the cost of materials in addition to standard museum entry charge. Where: Herne Bay Museum, 12 William Street When: 10am to 4pm

Play and Stay


Games, activities, song and rhyme. Suitable for up to five year olds. Where: The Bay Centre (adjacent to Herne Bay Junior School) When: 9.30am to 11.30am

Tangled Tales Puppet Theatre


Two fantastic performances of modern fairytales using puppetry, music and songs. Join us for an afternoon of entertainment suitable for all ages. Harry The Red in Da Hood is a modern twist on the familiar Red Riding Hood tale. Cinderella the classic tale of a pretty girl kept hidden by her cruel stepmother and ugly sisters. Where: Central Bandstand When: Harry the Red 2pm to 2.30pm, Cinderella 3.30pm to 4pm

Dont forget to visit all the wonderful exhibitions throughout the town! See page six for details.

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See page 23 for details. Where: 22 Western Esplanade When: 2pm to 5pm

Herons Olympic Party


A monster afternoon of Olympic activity including island, floats and balls. Complete the course to win a gold chocolate medal. Under eights must be accompanied in the water by full paying adult. Booking essential. Limited spaces. Where: Herons Swimming Pool When: 3.30pm to 4.30pm Cost: 5 members, 6 Non members. Adult charges apply.

Folkestone Film Factory present.The Goonies!


Hey you guys!! Who remembers this classic 80s pirate film? Written by Steven Spielberg, the story tells of a band of pre-teens who discover an old Spanish map that leads them on an adventure to unearth the long-lost fortune of a legendary 17th-century pirate, One-Eyed Willie. The Goonies is suitable for all ages, although we do ask that under 12s are accompanied by a guardian. Bring a blanket, a picnic and your friends for an outdoor cinema experience to remember! Where: Memorial Park When: Film starts 9pm, get there early for a good spot!

The Late Edwina Black


Your final opportunity to see this fantastic adaptation. Edwina Black has just died, but was it a natural death or something more sinister? If so, who was to blame? An exciting mystery thriller that keeps the audiences guessing until the very end. Pre-booking essential call 01227 366 004. Where: Herne Bay Little Theatre, 44 Bullers Avenue When: 7.30pm Cost: 8

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Mini Museum

FRIDAY 24

Viva La Sociale present Delays


We are delighted to welcome Delays to this years festival, featuring this exclusive show, Have Yourselves A Delays Road Trip Night. Tickets on sale at www.vivalasociale.co.uk Where: Kings Hall When: 7.30pm Cost: 15 + booking fee.

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Be inspired by the cartoon exhibition to create your own fun moving picture animation. Drop-in craft activity. 1 per person to cover the cost of materials in addition to standard museum entry charge. Where: Herne Bay Museum, 12 William Street When: 10am to 4pm

Our friendly artists will be decorating faces all afternoon. Do you want to be a butterfly, tiger or dragon? Numerous designs to choose from, small charges will apply. Where: Promenade When: 12pm to 4pm

The Big Jump- Abseiling at St Annes Court


Come and watch brave souls abseil down a 120 ft building! The Rotary Club of Herne Bay are holding an abseiling event at StAnnes Court in order to raise money for the Army Benevolent Fund. Where: St Annes Court, St Georges Terrace When: 10am to 4pm, with abseiling from 8am to 8pm

Movie Mania
Kavanagh Cinema will be hosting a different film every morning of the festival week. Contact 01227 365 676 or drop in for more information. Where: Kavanagh Cinema, William Street When: 11am Cost: 3.50

National Coastwatch Open Day


Try out powerful binoculars salvaged from a German WWII torpedo boat and check out charts and equipment. Find out about National Coastwatch who keep our coastline safe for sea and shore users. For more details call 01227 361 427 Where: Watch Station, Eastern Esplanade (just past the Herne Bay Sailing Club) When: 10am to 4pm

MIMS Lunchtime Concerts


A series of free, one-hour lunch time organ concerts will be running throughout the festival week. See page eight for full details. Where: United Church, Mortimer Street When: 12.30pm to 1.30pm

Dont forget to visit all the wonderful exhibitions throughout the town! See page six for details.

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Zany Zoetropes

Face Painting

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Tour d Herne Bay


Enjoy a family cycle ride along the Oyster Bay Trail to Reculver. Led by riders from SPOKES East Kent Cycle Campaign. Experienced riders have the option of continuing to Birchington. Bring your bike and a drink. Where: Meet at Pier Entrance When: 11.30am

Classic Car and Bike Show


A selection of the best classic cars and bikes from across the South East. Over 250 gleaming classic cars and bikes, with classics such as the Model Ford T which dates back to 1918 to high performance E-Type Jaguars, Porsches and Cobras.

Where: Mortimer Street and William Street When: 10.30am to 4pm

Herons Swimming Pool present...Dance on the Pier!


Experienced instructors from Herons Swimming Pool will be demonstrating dance moves, with open sessions for everyone to join in. Come along and try out:

Dizzy ODare presentsThe Last Apothecary


Daft and nutty treatments for equally foolish ailments! Victorian down and outs Floggit and Scarper return with their newest business venture The Last Apothecary, a roaming treatment centre full of daft and nutty treatments for equally foolish ailments. If you suffer from knobbly knees, lazy husband syndrome or random levitation, Floggit and Scarper have the cure for you. Where: Promenade between Bandstand and the Pier When: 12.30pm to 1pm, 2pm to 2.30pm, 4.30pm to 5pm

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Body Jam Zumba Booiaka Where: Pier When: 1pm to 3pm

The Science Museum Shows


Join an expert team from The Science Museum as they present a series of shows aimed at children and adults alike! Science has never been this much fun! metre after metre of pulsating guts, and then out the other end. This show, featuring video footage of peoples inside, is a gross-out, squirm-inducing demonstration of why exactly your poo is brown... When: 2pm to 2.45pm

Feel the Force


Sir Isaac Newton and Phil the Stunt Frog join forces in this fast-paced action-packed extravaganza. Join us on a trip to the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Ancient Greece and the Highland Games, as we take a closer look at the forces that shape our world. When: 12.30pm to 1.15pm

Greatest Hits
At the Science Museum, theres nothing we like better than an experiment that makes your jaw hit the floor, so weve chosen our favourite demos and packed them into this explosive show for all ages! From rockets to magic tricks, from instant ice cream to earth-shaking bangs... this is science at its most entertaining. When: 4.30pm to 5pm

It Takes Guts
Follow the journey of your food into your mouth, through the acid bath in your stomach, along

All Science Museum Shows are at the Central Bandstand

Polymathematics:Puppit and Digit


Not so long ago, in a galaxy far, far away.Two mysterious life-forms set out on a journey to explore new worlds and learn about the cosmos. On New Years Eve they entered our solar system and this summer will arrive on planet Earth! Using their technologically advanced sensors you will be able to share your stories with Puppit and Digit by logging your videos, photos and written words into their memory banks. Where: Promenade between Bandstand and the Clocktower When: 12.30pm to 1pm, 2pm to 2.30pm 4.30pm to 5pm

Polymathematics:Puppit and Digit

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Rock Around the Clock


We have a great programme of live music taking place on our main stage all afternoon! The 80s Experience will be performing our headline set with a fantastic performance of all your favourite hits including Duran Duran, A-ha, Madonna and Spandau Ballet! Put your leg warmers on and come down for a dance! Where: Clocktower Plaza When: 12pm to 12.45pm Suburbanstar 1.15pm to 2pm Barkin Mad 2.30pm to 3.15pm Ben Russell and the Charmers 3.45pm to 4.30pm Brad Pittance and the Pirates 5pm to 5.45pm Winners of the Herne Bay Rocks Competition 6.15pm to 7.15pm Matt and Sueleen from BBCs The Voice 7.45pm to 9pm The 80s Experience

Fireworks
Its the event weve all been waiting for a fantastic fireworks display to finish the day! Fireworks will be fired all along Neptunes Arm, get to the Clocktower Plaza for the best spot! *Please note Neptunes Arm will be closed from 6pm to allow for set up. Where: Clocktower Plaza When: Approx 9.15pm

80s Night
Rock Around the Clock might be over, but the 80s night continues at Vivid Nightclub! Free admission before 11pm, prizes and special offers on all night - just make sure you get dressed for the occasion. See www.vividnightclub.co.uk for more information. Where: Vivid Nightclub When: From 9.30pm

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SUNDAY 26 Zany Zoetropes


Be inspired by the cartoon exhibition to create your own fun moving picture animation. Dropin craft activity. 1 per person to cover the cost of materials in addition to standard museum entry charge. Where: Herne Bay Museum, 12 William Street When: 10am to 4pm

Seashore Explorer
Come along and check out the weird and wonderful marine life beneath the waves. The beach is a great place to explore, especially when the tide goes out. Come and find out more about the stuff you can find just remember to bring footwear for low tide! Where: Meet at Reculver car park at 12.30pm When: 12.30pm to 2.30pm

Heron Model Boat Club Regatta


Come see model boat displays boating on the lake. Other model clubs are invited to attend and a full programme of fun and interest is planned with some emphasis on public participation. Where: Memorial Park When: 10am to 4pm

Herne Mill Open Day


Herne Mill is a Kentish smock windmill dating from 1789. It is Grade I listed and is owned by Kent County Council and cared for by the Friends of Herne Mill. This is an exciting opportunity to see inside! See www.herne-mill. btik.com for more information. Where: Mill Lane, Herne When: 2pm to 5pm Cost: 1 adults, 25p children

National Coastwatch Open Day


See page 37 for details. Where: Watch Station, Eastern Esplanade (just past the Herne Bay Sailing Club) When: 10am to 4pm

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Giant Picnic
The Giant Picnic returns again, and is bigger than ever! Led by Herne Bay in Bloom and a number of community groups, the aim is to have fun, meet people and try new activities! With live music from Hot Rats, UZamebzi and entertainment throughout the event, make sure you pack your picnic, blanket and umbrella (for the sun!) and get involved in this wonderful celebration of Herne Bay. You will be able to: Create your own piece of art Play a game of rounders Got a problem in the garden? Local gardening enthusiasts will be on hand to answer your questions. Bring your poorly plants Help to make heart cushions for breast cancer patients Join in a community sing-song Take part in In The Zone, an interactive sports science workshop brought to the festival by BBCs Childrens TV show Science Junkie! Where: Herne Bay Memorial Park When: 11am to 3pm

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This is your chance to shine! Our annual contest is a great opportunity to show off your talents, entertain the crowds and win some great prizes! See page five for full details. Where: Central Bandstand When: 3pm

The Kent Coastal Band is a dedicated group of 45 members that are based in Herne Bay, and have been performing regularly since 1992. The band members range from students to teachers, accountants to oyster shermen, mechanics to magistrates, aged from 12 to 70, but all are united under the baton of the musical director, Paul Valentine. In the pursuit of providing something for everyone, the bands concerts regularly contain traditional marches, classical works, popular selections, and modern pieces. www.kentcoastalconcert band.co.uk. Where: Central Bandstand When: 2pm to 4pm

Herne Bay Historical Records Society presents A Walk Back in Time


See page 20 for details. Where: Meet at Herne Bay Museum, 12 William Street When: 2.30pm

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Herne Bays Got Talent

Kent Coastal Band

Herne Bay Pier Trust


The reopened Herne Bay Pier will be a popular venue for the visitors coming to enjoy the festival. The pier has always been a traditional part of the towns seaside fun and celebration and this year will be no exception. The Pier Trust is planning to bring back Herne Bays much loved roller-skating activity to the pier this summer, various food and shopping opportunities, a caf and sun deck to soak in the sun, the sea air and a range of entertainment. With the support of Canterbury Council, the Pier Trust is raising funds through sponsorship and a series of events on the pier this summer in order to bring the pier platform to life again with traditional seaside features such as a retail beach huts, a stage, flags, lights, planters and lots of seats.

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MONDAY 27

Win* 50 !
Evaluation Form
We would love to know what you thought of the festival. Simply fill in the form overleaf, pop it in an envelope (no stamp required) and address it to: Liz Flynn (FR1435) Canterbury City Council FREEPOST CU41 Military Road Canterbury CT1 1YW

Evaluation Form
1) What is the name of the event that you attended? (If youre not sure, just write the date of the event and where it took place)

2) What was the best thing about the event?

3) Is there anything you would change about the event to make it better?

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4) If you were visiting the area/region (where the event took place) for the day or overnight, did you plan your trip particularly to go to the event? Yes No Not applicable I live locally

Personal Details
Name and Mobile Number (for prize draw purposes only)

5) When you attended the event, did you stay overnight in the surrounding area, staying somewhere other than your own home? Yes No If no go to question 6

Tell us what you think

Where did you stay? With friends / relatives In paid accommodation (e.g. hotel) Other Please specify:
6) PER DAY, how much money did you spend on yourself and others in Herne Bay as part of your trip to the event (excluding ticket price)? (Enter amounts in the grid below please ll in all that apply)
Items Amount ()

On local travel (in Herne Bay) On food and drink Merchandise / shopping bought at the event itself On accommodation (if you stayed away from home) Other purchases

If you live in the UK, what is your postcode? (Note: this will not be used to contact you or identify you)

All information supplied will be held by Canterbury

Please describe: Including yourself, how many people was this expenditure for? How many days in total did you spend in Herne Bay as part of your trip to the event?

City Council, and will remain secure and condential. Your details will only be used for research purposes and will not be passed on to any third parties or used for marketing purposes in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998.

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ifun@Sandancers
ifun for All the Family

Rainbow Crafts
90-94 High Street (next to Mills) 01227 364310 www.rainbow-craft.co.uk

136 145 Central Parade, Herne Bay 01227 375098 www.ifun@sandancers.co.uk

Mini Golf Great fun for all ages & abilities. ifun Family Amusements Exciting ticket games, 2p pushers & prize every time cranes. Win Prizes Galore. Temptations Ice Cream & Gifts Simply delicious! Harrys Caf Scrumptious food with friendly service. Casino Slots Adult Gaming Centre Highest % payouts.

Now in our new and improved store. FREE demonstration day 1st Saturday of every month. Great workshops available every week
Call us now for information on workshops 01227 364310

Festival Offer:
Money Mad Monday 20th August 2012 2 Free Plays on production of programme

Table Table
Here at Table Table you can eat out without splashing out, so our menu has a good balance of great value, traditional pub classics and some more interesting dishes to tempt your taste buds with a 1/3 off your food bill from 11.30- 6.30 Monday to Friday. Our service style is warm and informal and we make sure every one of our guests is served great pub food with a smile.

The Divers Arms


66 Central Parade, Herne Bay, CT6 5JQ 01227 367717 Traditional pub right on the seafront. A warm welcome assured. We offer great good and drink at reasonable prices. Pub games, courtyard garden and dog friendly.

Festival Offer:
This Voucher entitles 1 child to eat free per full paying adult.

Festival Offer:
Free soft drink or half pint of draught beer/lager with every main course purchased on presentation of festival programme.

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Evening Tide
97 Central Parade, Herne Bay 01227 365014 www.eveningtide.co.uk Visit England 4 star and silver award rated guest accommodation, situated directly on Herne Bays beautiful seafront. All rooms have modern en suite shower rooms some with excellent sea views. Rooms also have flatscreen TVs with DVD, hospitality tray, hairdryer and free WiFi access.

Herne Bay Town Partners


Tel: 01227 868515 www.hernebaytp.co.uk www.hernebayculturaltrail.co.uk Herne Bay Town Partners is a non-profit making organisation, voluntarily managed by local business people, to support local businesses and enhance and develop Herne Bay. Town Partners is responsible for creating the Herne Bay Cultural Trail, with 18 historical locations, including the Barnes Wallis statue. We network with local businesses, arrange and support local events throughout the town and have the latest local news and information on our website. We would like to wish Herne Bay Festival a very successful event in its 20th year.

Call us now to book your stay 01227 365014

Hasland Dance Studios


146 Kings Road, Herne Bay, Kent www.haslanddancestudios.com info@haslanddancestudios.com Classes from 2 years in Ballet, Modern, Tap, Street Dance, Latin & Ballroom, Musical Theatre. Adult Classes in Ballet, Jazz, Tap & Zumba. Examinations from Primary - Advanced 2 with Royal Academy of Dance & Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing. Purpose built studio complex with 3 dance studios and spacious Reception area. Call us now to book your free taster class! 01227 636773

Forrests Family Funfair


Will be at Herne Bay Memorial Park, Kings Road from Wednesday 8 to Saturday 11 August and Wednesday 15 to Saturday 18 August. Rides for all the family, stalls, games and more!

Festival Offer:
50p off any ride
One coupon per person per ride Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer

50p off any ride


One coupon per person per ride Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer

50p off any ride


One coupon per person per ride Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer

50p off any ride


One coupon per person per ride Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer

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Cains Amusements
123 135, Central Parade, Herne Bay, Kent CT6 8SS 01227 372 027 We offer traditional seaside fun. Ice cream, candyfloss, rides, 2p falls, cranes, novelties, videos, ticket games and a massive prize shop. 500 jackpot machines for adults. Open seven days a week.

always fresh
CANTERBURY 01227 76 77 78
109 Northgate, Canterbury, CT1 1BH
Mon-Sun (inc Bank Hols): 12pm-3am

FREE
DURING THE FESTIVAL, COLLECTION ONLY, TERMS AND CONDITIONS APPLY

BUY ONE PIZZA GET ONE PIZZA

Festival Offer:
A free drink in tea, coffee or orange squash on production of festival programme

HERNE BAY 01227 74 99 99


62 Central Parade, Herne Bay, CT6 5JG
Sun-Thur (inc Bank Hols): 12pm-12am Fri-Sat: 12pm-3am

Forrests Amusements
Childrens Seaside Amusements Fun games for young ages! Pier Entrance, Central Parade, Herne Bay Open weekends and school holidays 10.30am daily All attractions 1 a go.

Live music
Delays Friday 24 August Hoosiers Friday 7 September Simon and Oscar from Ocean Colour Scene Unplugged Friday 12 October
Tickets and more at www.vivalasociale.co.uk

Kings

The

Hall

Festival Offer:
50p off any ride
One coupon per person per ride Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer

50p off any ride


One coupon per person per ride Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer

50p off any ride


One coupon per person per ride Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer

50p off any ride


One coupon per person per ride Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer

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THANK YOU

Festival partners
Many of our events are hosted by community groups and local organisations, for which we are extremely grateful. Wed like to say a big thank you to everyone who has been involved in this years festival.

Active Life Bay Arts Gallery Blean Heritage and Community Group CCC Community Development CCC Foreshore Services Civil Services Pensioners Alliance CT6 Contemporary Arts Group Hampton Pier Yacht Club Hasland Dance School Herons Swimming Pool Herne Bay Angling Association Herne Bay Arts Group Herne Bay Baptist Church Herne Bay in Bloom Herne Bay Camera Club Herne Bay Heron Model Boat Club Herne Bay Historical Records Society Herne Bay Improvement and Conservation Trust Herne Bay Library Herne Bay Little Theatre Playmakers Herne Bay Museum and Gallery Herne Bay Pier Trust

Herne Bay United Church Jazzles Ltd Kavanagh Cinema Kent Libraries Kent Police Serco SPOKES Street Scene Tasty Sound Systems The council works closely with the Herne Bay Festival Advisory Group which is made up of local residents and business owners. Wed like to say a big thank you to: Gerry Atkin Dick Eburne Geoff Gambrill Nick Gerolemou Michael Khoury Maggie Lee Roger Stewart Chris West The advisory group support and help develop the festival, as well as contribute a huge amount of time to ensure events are a great success.

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Sponsors
We rely on sponsorship and external funding to enable these events to happen, and this year we have been fortunate to receive support from the following:

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This information is also available in other formats including Braille, large print, audiotape and other languages. Please call Liz Flynn on 01227 862 406 or email liz.flynn@ canterbury.gov.uk
Published July 2012 by Canterbury City Council. Canterbury City Council cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this guide and accepts no responsibility for any error or misrepresentation. All liability for loss, disappointment, negligence or other damage caused by the reliance on the information contained in this guide, or in the event of the bankruptcy or liquidation of any company, individual or firm ceasing to trade, is hereby excluded. Please check carefully all prices and other details before making your visit. Photographers: Dan Bass, Peter Fry, Matt Bristow, MSL Creative

www.hernebayfestival.co.uk

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