Events Diary
The Wye Events Diary publicises forthcoming community events. This is a free public service for local clubs, charities and voluntary sector organisations only. To advertise your event here, just click the "Add Item" button below the calendar and provide the dates, times and venue details. Please note: Wye with Hinxhill Parish Council accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or currency of any externally provided information or links, and may edit or decline to publish items.
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The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee (Bank Holiday)
Thu, 02 Jun 2022
The May Bank Holiday Weekend will be moved to Thursday 2 June and an additional Bank Holiday on Friday 3 June will see a four-day weekend to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen's Platinum Jubilee
21.45 Beacon lighting ceremony Churchfield Green
- Venue:
- National events
- Contact:
- See publicity nearer the time
Coronation Day
Thu, 02 Jun 2022
The Queen's Coronation 2nd June 1953
- Venue:
- National event
- Contact:
- N/A
The Queen's Platinum Jubilee Beacons, Wye Beacon Lighting
Thu, 02 Jun 2022 21:00
Platinum Jubilee Beacon Lighting
21.00 All gather on Churchfield Green, Wye for community photographs
21.15. - 21-35 Wye Church bells ring
21.35 National Proclamation read by Cllr Noel Ovenden
2140 Trumpet Fanfare and Wye Community Choir
21.45 Churchfield Beacon Lighting
21.45 A Life Lived with Grace
A Song for the Commonwealth led by Wye Community Choir
Archbishop's prayer led by Rev'd Ravi Holy
The National Anthem
- Venue:
- Churchfield Green, Wye
- Contact:
- Parish Clerk
The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee (Bank Holiday)
Fri, 03 Jun 2022
The May Bank Holiday Weekend will be moved to Thursday 2 June and an additional Bank Holiday on Friday 3 June will see a four-day weekend to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen's Platinum Jubilee
- Venue:
- National events
- Contact:
- See publicity nearer the time
Jubilee Church Street Road Closure
Fri, 03 Jun 2022 10:00
Temporary Road Closure Notice
Church Street Wye will be closed to all traffic between 10.00 and 16.00 on Friday 3rd June for preparations for the Street Party between 12.00 and 14.00
- Venue:
- Church Street, Wye
- Contact:
- Parish Clerk
Boughton Aluph and Eastwell Village Picnic
Fri, 03 Jun 2022 11:00
Boughton Aluph and Eastwell Village Picnic
11.00 - 15.00
- Venue:
- The Green
- Contact:
- N/A no RSVP
Wye Street Party 12.00 - 14.00
Fri, 03 Jun 2022 12:00
Wye Jubilee Street Party 12.00 - 14.00
Informal bring and share picnic in Church Street
- Venue:
- Church Street, Wye
- Contact:
- Parish Clerk
The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
Sat, 04 Jun 2022
The May Bank Holiday Weekend will be moved to Thursday 2 June and an additional Bank Holiday on Friday 3 June will see a four-day weekend to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen's Platinum Jubilee
- Venue:
- National events
- Contact:
- See publicity nearer the time
Love Your Burial Ground Week - Start
Sat, 04 Jun 2022
Love Your Burial Ground Week Saturday 4th June - Sunday 12th June
- Venue:
- National event
- Contact:
- Caring for God's Acre
Wye Farmers' Jubilee Market - The Green
Sat, 04 Jun 2022 09:00
Wye Farmers' Jubilee Market
The Wye Farmers' Market, The Green, on the first and third Saturdays, every month.
Please continue to respect the wishes of those who may choose, or need, to observe social distancing, or wear a face covering. Thank You Please observe social distancing and wear a mask wherever possible.
To keep up to date, please check with the Wye Farmers' Market website
- Venue:
- The Green, Wye
- Contact:
- Market Manager 07804 652 156
Wye Heritage - Wye 1977 Silver Jubilee Exhibition
Sat, 04 Jun 2022 10:00
Wye Heritage: Wye 1977 Silver Jubilee Exhibition
Saturday 1st and 15th June 2022
10.00 to 12.00
The Latin School, High Street, Wye
Coffee and cakes, books, postcards, maps and other items of local interest on sale
FREE ENTRY to the Latin School and Latin School Garden
- Venue:
- Latin School, High Street, Wye
- Contact:
- Karen Warden
Jubilee Service of Thanksgiving
Sun, 05 Jun 2022 10:00
Jubilee Service of Thanksgiving to celebrate The Queen's Platinum Jubilee
- Venue:
- Wye Church
- Contact:
- Church notice boards
Big Jubilee Lunch
Sun, 05 Jun 2022 12:00
Big Jubilee Lunch (Hold the Date)
- Venue:
- The Green
- Contact:
- TBC
Wye Arts: Cinema
Mon, 06 Jun 2022 19:00
Wye Arts presents: doors open at 19.00 for 19.30
'The Man who Sued God' starring Billy Connolly
Raffle and complementary drinks before the performance
Wye Arts Association members only
- Venue:
- Large Village Hall, Bridge Street, Wye
- Contact:
- Wye Arts
Parish Council (Hybrid Meeting)
Tue, 07 Jun 2022 18:45
Parish Council meeting
The Microsoft Teams Live waiting room for this hybrid meeting will open to the public from 18.30 onwards. This virtual meeting can be viewed either via the Microsoft Teams app (free to download), or via the web, or attended in person.
However, space at Unit 2b Briar Close is restricted. To minimise risks during the pandemic it is necessary to distance the seats and increase room ventilation. Therefore this limits the number of people who can attend a meeting in person. Please contact the Clerk at least a day beforehand to reserve a seat.
Agenda below
- Venue:
- N/A
- Contact:
- Parish Clerk
- Agenda:
- Agenda 2022-0607 Parish Council (PDF, 642 Kb)
Wye Community Lunch
Wed, 08 Jun 2022 12:15
Wye Community Lunch
12.15 for 12.30
Two course meal, and coffee for £5.00
Please book in advance - call Richard Sinden 07969 583920
- Venue:
- Large Village Hall, Bridge Street, Wye
- Contact:
- Richard Sinden
Wye Surgery and Dispensary CLOSED for training
Wed, 08 Jun 2022 13:00
Wye Surgery and Dispensary CLOSED for training
From 13.00
For medical advice that cannot wait until Wye Surgery re-opens, see Out of Hours, 111 and 999.
- Venue:
- Wye Surgery
- Contact:
- Wye Surgery, Oxenturn Road, Wye, Kent TN25 5AY
Wye WI
Thu, 09 Jun 2022 10:30
Summer Garden Meeting
Please bring a chair and refreshments
- Venue:
- Jill's Garden Abbots Walk
- Contact:
- Wye WI
Wye Neighbourhood Plan Review (site meeting)
Fri, 10 Jun 2022 11:00
Wye Neighbourhood Plan Review meeting
11.00 - 17.00
Preliminary site meeting design, Conservation Area, historic buildings
- Venue:
- On site
- Contact:
- Parish Clerk
National Gardens Scheme - Beech Court
Sat, 11 Jun 2022 13:00
Beech Court
11.00 - 17.00 (pre-book or pay on the day)
Home-made teas in aid of Challock Church.
Admission Adult £5 Child: Admission by donation
Beech Court Gardens are well established and planted in the 1930s. It is a woodland garden with many mature maple and acer trees but at this time of year is notable for its wide and colourful collection of hydrangeas. The eucryphia tree, thought to be the largest in Kent is just coming into bloom.
- Venue:
- Beech Court, Canterbury Road, Challock TN25 4DJ
- Contact:
- Chloë & Garth Donegan
Open Farm Sunday
Sun, 12 Jun 2022
Open Farm Sunday
Hundreds of farms all over the country will open their gates for LEAF Open Farm Sunday 2022 on the 12th June. As the farming industry's annual open day, it offers a chance for people to discover real farming at first hand and see for themselves how their food (and much more besides) is produced. It is also a great way for farmers to shine a light on what they deliver and why supporting British farming matters.
Nearest Open Farm to Wye:
Hares Farm Oast Goldups Lane Shottenden Kent CT4 8JG
14.00 - 17.00 with Guided Walks at 14.30
- Venue:
- National - see local advertising
- Contact:
- https://farmsunday.org/
National Gardens Scheme - Godmersham Park
Sun, 12 Jun 2022 13:00
Godmersham Park
13.00 - 17.00 (pre-book or pay on the day)
Home-made teas in the Orangery in aid of Godmersham Church.
Admission Adult £5 Child: Admission by donation
24 acres of restored wilderness and formal gardens set around C18 mansion (not open). Topiary, rose garden, herbaceous borders, walled kitchen garden and recently restored Italian and swimming pool gardens. Superb daffodils in spring and roses in June. Historical association with Jane Austen. Also visit the Heritage Centre.
- Venue:
- Godmersham Park, Godmersham, CT4 7DT
- Contact:
- Mrs Fiona Sunley 01227 730293
National Gardens Scheme - Beech Court
Sun, 12 Jun 2022 13:00
Beech Court
11.00 - 17.00 (pre-book or pay on the day)
Home-made teas in aid of Challock Church.
Admission Adult £5 Child: Admission by donation
Beech Court Gardens are well established and planted in the 1930s. It is a woodland garden with many mature maple and acer trees but at this time of year is notable for its wide and colourful collection of hydrangeas. The eucryphia tree, thought to be the largest in Kent is just coming into bloom.
- Venue:
- Beech Court, Canterbury Road, Challock TN25 4DJ
- Contact:
- Chloë & Garth Donegan
National Gardens Scheme - Lords
Sun, 12 Jun 2022 14:00
Lords, Sheldwich
14.00 - 17.00 (pre-book or pay on the day)
Home-made teas. Admission Adult £6 Child: Admission by donation
C18 walled garden. Mediterranean terrace and citrus standing. Flowery meadow under apples, pears, quince, crab apple and medlar. Grass tennis court. A cherry orchard grazed by Jacob sheep. Pleached hornbeams, clipped yew hedges and topiary, lawns, ponds and wild area. Fine old sweet chestnuts, planes, copper beech and 120ft tulip tree. Herb and salad bed, garden sculpture.
- Venue:
- Lords, Sheldwich ME13 0NJ
- Contact:
- John Sell CBE and Barbara Rutter 01795 536900
Strawberry Cream Tea
Sun, 12 Jun 2022 15:30
Strawberry Cream Tea -
Home made scones and jam, with locally sources cream and strawberries
15.30 - 17.30
Tickets £7.50
- Venue:
- Large Village Hall, Wye
- Contact:
- Friends of Wye Church
Overview and Scrutiny Committee (Hybrid Meeting)
Tue, 14 Jun 2022 19:00
Overview and Scrutiny Committee
19.00
- Venue:
- Civic Centre, committee room 2
- Contact:
- Clare Ricketts
ABC Planning Committee (hybrid meeting)
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 19:00
ABC Planning Committee Wye applications listed for decision:
None
- Venue:
- Ashford Borough Council
- Contact:
- Rosie Reid
Alpines for Beginners
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 19:30
Dr John Hughes will talk to Wye Gardeners.
If you are not a member the charge is £3. All are welcome.
- Venue:
- Small Village Hall, Bridge Street, Wye
- Contact:
- wyegardenerssociety@gmail.com
Webinar: Engagement in the Local Plan Process
Thu, 16 Jun 2022 10:30
Engagement in the Local Plan Process for Elected Members in England
10.30-11.45
Webinar organised by Planning Aid England and RTPI South West
- Venue:
- Online training
- Contact:
- Parish Clerk
Stour Music Festival
Fri, 17 Jun 2022 19:30
Stour Music Festival 17th - 26th June 2022
2022 Programme
| Friday, 17 June | ||
|---|---|---|
| 7.30 pm | · | Tudor Night |
| 10 pm | · | Night's Black Bird |
- Venue:
- Alll Saints, Boughton Aluph
- Contact:
- Contact Stour Music via the web link above
Civic Voice - National Civic Day 2022
Sat, 18 Jun 2022
National Civic Day 2022
This is a nationwide celebration of civic pride, run entirely by volunteers.
- Venue:
- National event
- Contact:
- Civic Voice
Wye Farmers' Market - The Green
Sat, 18 Jun 2022 09:00
Wye Farmers' Market 23rd anniversary 18th June 1999 - 18th June 2022
The Wye Farmers' Market, The Green, on the first and third Saturdays, every month.
Please continue to respect the wishes of those who may choose, or need, to observe social distancing, or wear a face covering. Thank You Please observe social distancing and wear a mask wherever possible.
To keep up to date, please check with the Wye Farmers' Market website
- Venue:
- The Green, Wye
- Contact:
- Market Manager 07804 652 156
Wye Heritage - Wye 1977 Silver Jubilee Exhibition
Sat, 18 Jun 2022 10:00
Wye Heritage: Wye 1977 Silver Jubilee Exhibition
Saturday 1st and 15th June 2022
10.00 to 12.00
The Latin School, High Street, Wye
Coffee and cakes, books, postcards, maps and other items of local interest on sale
FREE ENTRY to the Latin School and Latin School Garden
- Venue:
- Latin School, High Street, Wye
- Contact:
- Karen Warden
Wye Collectables Roadshow
Sat, 18 Jun 2022 10:00
Wye Collectables Roadshow
10.00 - 13.00
Valuation of antiques, jewellery and other valuables
Entry: £10
Canterbury Auction Galleries
- Venue:
- Wye Parish Church
- Contact:
- N/A
Lady Joanna Thornhill School Summer Fair
Sat, 18 Jun 2022 11:00
Lady Joanna Thornhill School Summer Fair
11.00 - 15.00
£2 entry (children free) Everyone welcome
- Venue:
- Lady Joanna Thornhill School
- Contact:
- Lady Joanna Thornhill School
Crundale Country Fair
Sat, 18 Jun 2022 12:00
Crundale Country Fair
12.00 - 16.00
Admission £3 cash only, (children under 10 free - no dogs please)
- Venue:
- Crundale (signed from A28 near Wye)
- Contact:
- N/A
Summer Show Wye Gardeners Society
Sat, 18 Jun 2022 14:30
Wye Gardeners Society Summer Show
14.30 - 16.30
Children, teen and adult categories
Information for competitors available from Wye News
Free entry - Prizes at 16.00
- Venue:
- Small Village Hall, Bridge Street, Wye
- Contact:
- Wye Gardeners Society - see poster in Church Street
National Gardens Scheme - Downs Court
Sun, 19 Jun 2022 14:00
Downs Court
14.00 - 17.30 (pre-book or pay on the day)
Admission Adult £5 Child: Admission by donation
3 acre downland garden on alkaline soil with fine trees, mature yew and box hedges, mixed borders. Shrub roses and rose arch pathway, small parterre. Sweeping lawns and lovely views over surrounding countryside.
- Venue:
- Downs Court, Church Lane, Boughton Aluph TN25 4EU
- Contact:
- Mr Bay Green
Brook Open Gardens
Sun, 19 Jun 2022 14:00
Brook Open Gardens
14.00 - 17.00
Eight open gardens and teas in aid of St Mary's Church, Brook
Tickets £8 (under 12s free)
Tickets available at St Mary's Church, Pickersdane and Yew Tree House
- Venue:
- Pickersdane,* Pickersdane Cottage, Chelsbourne, Bourne Cottage, Yew Tree House,* St Mary's Church,* Stonebridge and Wyecott
- Contact:
- Tickets available on the day or in advance
Wye Arts - Ballet of the Red Arrows
Mon, 20 Jun 2022 19:00
Wye Arts - Ballet of the Red Arrows
Speaker: Guy Bartlett, aviation historian
Doors open at 19.00 for 19.30
Complimentary drink before the performance
Tickets £5 (Wye Arts members) £7 (non-members) pay at the door.
- Venue:
- Large Village Hall, Wye
- Contact:
- Wye Arts committee members,
Moth Safari
Tue, 21 Jun 2022 10:30
Moth Safari
10.30 - 14.00
BBQ
Free to attend (£10 contribution to vegan lunch - or bring your own).
- Venue:
- The Willows, Spelders Hill, Brook, TN25 5PB
- Contact:
- www.rebelfarmer.co.uk
Wye Community Lunch
Wed, 22 Jun 2022 12:15
Wye Community Lunch
12.15 for 12.30
Two course meal, and coffee for £5.00
Please book in advance - call Richard Sinden 07969 583920
- Venue:
- Large Village Hall, Bridge Street, Wye
- Contact:
- Richard Sinden
Informal Project Briefing (virtual meeting)
Thu, 23 Jun 2022 18:00
Informal project briefing and COVID-19 update meeting for parish councillors
18.00 - 19.00
- Venue:
- Online meeting
- Contact:
- Parish Clerk
Wildlife and History of the Hastingleigh Area
Fri, 24 Jun 2022 19:30
Wildlife and History of the Hastingleigh Area
Speaker: Dan Tuson, Farm Conservation Adviser Natural England
Drinks and nibbles. Donations welcome
- Venue:
- Evington Village Hall, Hastingleigh
- Contact:
- N/A This is a non-ticketed event
Armed Forces Day
Sat, 25 Jun 2022 12:00
A national celebration of our Armed Forces - past, present and future
Armed Forces Day takes place on the last Saturday each June.
- Venue:
- National events
- Contact:
- See Armed Forces Day website For general enquiries, or call 020 7807 0970
National Gardens Scheme - Wye Gardens
Sun, 26 Jun 2022 14:00
Wye Gardens
14.00 - 18.00 (pre-book or pay on the day)
Home-made teas at Wye Church in aid of Wye Church.
Admission Adult £5 Child: Admission by donation
(One admission price gains entry to all the Wye gardens open on the day)
A diverse selection of gardens in historic Wye, all very different in character; inc a wild experimental garden buzzing with wildlife; a large country garden full of colour featuring a lake, pond and gravel garden; a wildlife garden featuring a wildflower meadow, green-roofed shed, raised vegetable beds and worm composting; a large garden with sweeping views featuring wildlife images, vegetable garden, woodland and wildlife areas and pond; a modest garden packed with plants and features (rose arches, benches, raised beds), designed for year-round interest.
- Venue:
- Wye gardens (details to follow)
- Contact:
- coulson.el @ gmail.com
National Gardens Scheme - Downs Court
Sun, 26 Jun 2022 14:00
Downs Court
14.00 - 17.30 (pre-book or pay on the day)
Admission Adult £5 Child: Admission by donation
3 acre downland garden on alkaline soil with fine trees, mature yew and box hedges, mixed borders. Shrub roses and rose arch pathway, small parterre. Sweeping lawns and lovely views over surrounding countryside.
- Venue:
- Downs Court, Church Lane, Boughton Aluph TN25 4EU
- Contact:
- Mr Bay Green
Community Governance Review
Mon, 27 Jun 2022
Community Governance Review consultation ends
Review of all parish boundaries, parish council structures and related matters. Including the creation of new parish councils in the remaining unparished areas of Ashford Town. Ashford Borough Council seeks the views of all interested parties about the existing parish, town and community council arrangements and if there are any changes they would like to see.
- Venue:
- Borough-wide review
- Contact:
- Ashford Borough Council - see link
OS Data Hub for PSGA Members
Wed, 29 Jun 2022 11:00
OS Data Hub for PSGA Members
11.00 - 12.00
- Venue:
- Online training
- Contact:
- Parish Clerk
NALC - Neighbourhood Plan Policy Review
Wed, 29 Jun 2022 12:00
Neighbourhood Plan Policy Review online event
12.00 - 13.15
Speakers: Tony Burton,  Tony Burton Consulting Ltd
Francis Shaw, neighbourhood planning programme manager at Locality.
- Venue:
- Online training
- Contact:
- Parish Clerk
HIP Working Group
Fri, 01 Jul 2022 09:30
Highway Improvement Plan (HIP) Working Group
09.30 - 12.00
Site meeting to review changes to the parking and traffic flow measures proposed following public consultation
- Venue:
- Wye
- Contact:
- Parish Clerk
Brook Village Coffee Morning
Fri, 01 Jul 2022 10:30
Brook Village Coffee Morning (first Friday of the month)
10.30 - 12.00
- Venue:
- Brook Village Hall, The Street
- Contact:
- N/A
Wye Farmers' Market - The Green
Sat, 02 Jul 2022 09:00
Wye Farmers' Market
The Wye Farmers' Market, The Green, on the first and third Saturdays, every month.
09.00 - 12.00
Please continue to respect the wishes of those who may choose, or need, to observe social distancing, or wear a face covering. Thank You Please observe social distancing and wear a mask wherever possible.
To keep up to date, please check with the Wye Farmers' Market website
- Venue:
- The Green, Wye
- Contact:
- Market Manager 07804 652 156
Medieval Pageant and Trail
Sat, 02 Jul 2022 11:00
Medieval Pageant and Trail
11.00 - 11.45 (Pageant starts at Westgate Tower)
- Venue:
- Canterbury city centre
- Contact:
- Email: enquiries@canterburybid.co.uk 2nd Floor, Graylaw House, 20-22 Watling Street, Canterbury CT1 2UA
Police Engagement Meeting
Sun, 03 Jul 2022 09:00
Police Engagement Meeting
09.00 - 10.00
PCSO Hobbs
- Venue:
- Co-op, Churchfield Way , Wye
- Contact:
- Kent Police
Kent Police Open Day
Sun, 03 Jul 2022 10:00
Kent Police Open Day (ticketed event)
10.00 - 16.00
Live demonstrations
- Venue:
- Kent Police College, Coverdale Avenue, Maidstone ME15 9DW
- Contact:
- Kent Police website