What’s On – January
Here is a taste of what’s going on in the Sevenoaks District. Please use the websites, or email and telephone contact details provided to check whether booking is required or if there are any special instructions or restrictions.
If you have any events or shows you would like considered for this section, fill in this form or send them to: editor@mysevenoakscommunity.com
An Introduction to Running
Sevenoaks
A new beginners running course will be starting in January, suitable for complete beginners and people who haven’t run for a long time. Go and give it a try!
17 January – Wednesday
Return to the Swinging Sixties with Twist and Shout 7.30pm
The Stag Theatre, London Road, Sevenoaks TN13 1ZZ
Twist and Shout brings the Swinging Sixties back to Sevenoaks, promising a nostalgic and fun-packed musical journey back in time. Music lovers are invited to return to a time when skirts got shorter and hair got longer as a West End cast revive the hits of The Beatles, Herman’s Hermits, Gerry and the Pacemakers, The Rolling Stones, Cilla Black, Manfred Mann, Dusty Springfield, Lulu, Sandy Shaw and many more.
18 January – Saturday 2020
Craft Group (Adults) 10.30am – 3.30pm
Age UK Centre, Hollybush Court, Hollybush Lane, Sevenoaks TN13 3UL
The Craft Group of Sevenoaks are a group who enjoy all aspects of hand crafts with the aim to share ideas, information and techniques to increase members’ skills to further their enjoyment of crafting. Visitors and new members are always welcome.
www.craftgroupsevenoaks.blogspot.com
18 January – Saturday
The Licks 8.30pm
The Chequers, 73 High Street, Sevenoaks TN13 1LD
Licking up your Saturday night with Sevenoaks finest. The Licks return to sass up your Saturday night with huge dollops of rock classics designed to blow your tiny minds. Expecting a nice quiet drink with friends? Forget it! Free entry
19 January – Sunday
Hever Castle Wedding Showcase 12pm – 4pm
Hever Castle, Hever Road, Hever TN8 7NG
Hever Castle will once again host a stunning Wedding Showcase, giving guests the rare opportunity to experience the beautiful venue set up for a wedding. There will be a selection of mouth-watering delights available from their Award Winning caterers Leith’s. Cocktails, fizz and hot refreshments will be served throughout the day. New for 2020, there will be a vintage Sailcloth Tent on display on the Winter Garden Lawn, offering stunning views across the moat to the Castle.
www.hevercastle.co.uk/weddings
19 January – Sunday
Roasts & Rambles: Carveries & Tours 12.30pm – 3pm
Penshurst Place, Penshurst TN11 8DG
Enjoy a delicious Sunday Carvery and have the opportunity to see and learn about the House and Gardens of Penshurst Place whilst they are closed to the public, in a special selection of talks and dining experiences. For full details visit:
20 January – Monday
Independent Living Services 1.30pm – 3.30pm
Sevenoaks Library, Buckhurst Lane, Sevenoaks TN13 1LQ
A weekly drop in service for adults with learning disabilities (appointments not necessary) organised by West Kent Housing Association. Free entry
www.local.kent.gov.uk / 03000 41 31 31
21 January – Tuesday
Every Step Counts Walking Group 10am
In front of Costa Coffee, TESCO Riverhead, Asher Way, Riverhead TN13 2QS
The wellbeing walks are led by qualified volunteers who will support and encourage you. They vary in time & distance to accommodate all abilities and last around 30 minutes. Whether you’re recovering from illness or operation, trying to lose weight or just need some company, everybody is welcome. Free entry
21 January – Tuesday
Sevenoaks Breast Cancer Support Group 10.30am – 12.30pm
House in the Basement, Stag Theatre, London Road, Sevenoaks TN13 1ZZ
Sevenoaks Breast Cancer Support Group hold a weekly meeting with regular guest speakers, treatments in relaxation and helping Lymphoedema and the best coffee and cake around.
21 January – Tuesday
Jazz at the Three Horsheshoes 8pm
The Three Horseshoes, The Pound, Knockholt TN14 7LD
Great music will make this a memorable evening with Josh Kemp & Nigel Price Quartet. Free admission with a donation. Free entry with donation
21 January – Tuesday
Rock Choir 8pm
Vine Baptist Church, Park Lane, Sevenoaks TN13 3UP
If you love to sing, you’ll love Rock Choir! Pop, rock and chart singing for adults and teenagers. No auditions and no need to read music. Enjoy a free taster session at this brand new choir
22 January – Wednesday
Every Step Counts Walking Group 10am
Otford Memorial Hall Car Park, High Street, Otford TN14 5PQ
The wellbeing walks are led by qualified volunteers who will support and encourage you. They vary in time & distance to accommodate all abilities and last around 30 minutes. Whether you’re recovering from illness or operation, trying to lose weight or just need some company, everybody is welcome. Free entry
22 January – Wednesday
After School Craft Club 4.30pm – 5.30pm
Sevenoaks Library, Buckhurst Lane, Sevenoaks TN13 1LQ
Go and create something fun! Make exciting new things every Wednesday at
Sevenoaks Library. Free entry
www.local.kent.gov.uk / 03000 41 31 31
22 January – Wednesday
Jazz Evening & Dinner 7pm
Giacomo’s Ristorante Italiano, Morleys Road, Weald TN14 6QR
An evening with award winning jazz saxophonist Derek Nash together with the outstanding Iain Trio. Price per person inclusive of 3 course meal £35
23 January – Thursday
The Market 9am – 11am
St Luke’s Church Hall, Eardley Road, Sevenoaks TN13 1XT
Visit the market every Thursday for locally grown and made cakes, savouries, preserves, fruit/veg, eggs, honey, bread, crafts, plants and much more. Tea & cakes also available. Free entry
23 January – Thursday
Every Step Counts Walking Group 10am
Opposite the Bricklayers Arms, 39 – 41 Chevening Road, Chipstead TN13 2RZ
The wellbeing walks are led by qualified volunteers who will support and encourage you. They vary in time & distance to accommodate all abilities and last around 40 minutes. Whether you’re recovering from illness or operation, trying to lose weight or just need some company, everybody is welcome. Free entry
23 January – Thursday
Make Friends with a Book: West Kent Mind, for better mental health 2pm – 3.30pm
Sevenoaks Library, Buckhurst Lane, Sevenoaks TN13 1LQ
Enjoy a story and a poem in the company of others. Share your reflections over a tea or coffee. No preparation required – just take yourself! Contact West Kent Mind for further information
01732 744950
24 January – Friday
Quiz Night 7pm
Nizels Golf & Country Club, Nizels Lane, Hildenborough TN11 8NU
Eat, drink & tease your brain! Teams of 6 – 8 adults. Smaller groups or individuals welcome and will be teamed up! Includes a one course meal and donation to the Captain’s charity.
www.nizelsgolfandcountryclub.com
25 January – Saturday
Friendship Café with Gloria Hunniford 2pm – 4pm
Weald Heights Care Home, Bourchier Close, Sevenoaks TN13 1PD
This special event marks the launch of Care UK’s Friendship Cafe initiative taking place across Care UK’s care homes in Kent to help combat loneliness. Enjoy afternoon tea and live music, with a special guest appearance from TV celebrity Gloria Hunniford. For more information or to reserve your free place contact:
amelia.moore2@careuk.com / 01732 809380
25 January – Saturday
Kitchen Opera presents “The Zoo” 2.30pm & 7.30pm
The New Beacon School Theatre, Brittains Lane, Sevenoaks TN13 2PB
Kitchen Youth Opera Company presents “The Zoo” by Sullivan. The Sevenoaks young talent will perform two showings, 2.30pm and 7.30pm. Tickets available from Sevenoaks Bookshop (cash or cheque only) £15
07725 033182
25 January – Saturday
Live music and Entertainment 8pm
The Three Horseshoes, The Pound, Knockholt TN14 7LD
Ed is back with even more wonderful live music and entertainment. Everyone welcome to come and liven up dreary January! Free entry
25 January – Saturday
Rocket Skates 8.30pm
The Chequers, 73 High Street, Sevenoaks TN13 1LD
Playing an eclectic mix of epic rock covers. Expect : Muse, Pearl Jam, Foo Fighters, Queen, Kaiser Chiefs, Feeder, Manic Street Preachers, Ash, Manson, Depeche Mode, The Cure, Nirvana and many more. Free entry
26 January – Sunday
Open Mic Night 6pm
The Bricklayers Arms, 39 – 41 Chevening Road, Chipstead TN13 2RZ
Whether you fancy getting up and showing the crowd what you’ve got or just fancy sitting back and listening to some great local artists, it’s definitely a night you won’t want to miss. Freshly made pizzas will be available.
www.the-bricklayers-arms.co.uk
27 January – Monday
Independent Living Services 1.30pm – 3.30pm
Sevenoaks Library, Buckhurst Lane, Sevenoaks TN13 1LQ
A weekly drop in service for adults with learning disabilities (appointments not necessary) organised by West Kent Housing Association. Free entry
www.local.kent.gov.uk / 03000 41 31 31
27 January – Monday
Sevenoaks Camera Club Meeting 8pm – 10pm
Mencap Hall, 71 Hitchen Hatch Lane, Sevenoaks TN13 3AY
With 25 meetings a year, Sevenoaks Camera Club holds regular competitions, talks by well known visiting photographers, showing their work and explaining their techniques, as well as contests against other local clubs.
www.sevenoakscameraclub.org.uk
28 January – Tuesday
Every Step Counts Walking Group 10am
In front of Costa Coffee, TESCO Riverhead, Asher Way, Riverhead TN13 2QS
The wellbeing walks are led by qualified volunteers who will support and encourage you. They vary in time & distance to accommodate all abilities and last around 30 minutes. Whether you’re recovering from illness or operation, trying to lose weight or just need some company, everybody is welcome. Free entry
28 January – Tuesday
Sevenoaks Breast Cancer Support Group 10.30am – 12.30pm
House in the Basement, Stag Theatre, London Road, Sevenoaks TN13 1ZZ
Sevenoaks Breast Cancer Support Group hold a weekly meeting with regular guest speakers, treatments in relaxation and helping Lymphoedema and the best coffee and cake around.
28 January – Tuesday
Rock Choir 8pm
Vine Baptist Church, Park Lane, Sevenoaks TN13 3UP
If you love to sing, you’ll love Rock Choir! Pop, rock and chart singing for adults and teenagers. No auditions and no need to read music. Enjoy a free taster session at this brand new choir
29 January – Wednesday
Every Step Counts Walking Group 10am
Otford Memorial Hall Car Park, High Street, Otford TN14 5PQ
The wellbeing walks are led by qualified volunteers who will support and encourage you. They vary in time & distance to accommodate all abilities and last around 30 minutes. Whether you’re recovering from illness or operation, trying to lose weight or just need some company, everybody is welcome. Free entry
29th January – Wednesday
SEO & Digital Marketing Clinic 12.30pm – 2pm
Rivermere Care Home, 64-70 Westerham Road, Sevenoaks TN13 2PZ
This is your opportunity to create a new direction for your SEO and Digital Marketing and what you learn is going to be fun!! Topics covered include: what makes a successful website, the world of WordPress, Domains, Hosting & Security, SEO & PPC, Google Analytics and much more. Tickets £10
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sevenoaks-westerham-seo-digital-marketing-clinic-tickets-89796807669
29 January – Wednesday
After School Craft Club 4.30pm – 5.30pm
Sevenoaks Library, Buckhurst Lane, Sevenoaks TN13 1LQ
Go and create something fun! Make exciting new things every Wednesday at
Sevenoaks Library. Free entry
www.local.kent.gov.uk / 03000 41 31 31
29 January – Wednesday
Vegan Supper Club 7pm – 10.30pm
Life on High, 140 High Street, Sevenoaks TN13 1XE
The Fine Dining Chef is very excited to announce a series of mid week Supper Clubs. Starting in January to celebrate Veganuary, the delicious Vegan menu will be: Starter: shitake mushroom & mock duck Bao Bun, pickled cucumber, apple & radish, candied peanuts, lime & hoi sin dressing. Main: Torched cauliflower, ras el hanout, roasted hazelnuts, rose water and pomegranate dressing, mint yoghurt and rose harissa. Dessert: Roasted Pineapple with Tamarind, clove & chilli. Coconut & lime yoghurt. Tickets £40
https://www.facebook.com/finediningchef/
30 January – Thursday
The Market 9am – 11am
St Luke’s Church Hall, Eardley Road, Sevenoaks TN13 1XT
Visit the market every Thursday for locally grown and made cakes, savouries, preserves, fruit/veg, eggs, honey, bread, crafts, plants and much more. Tea & cakes also available. Free entry
30 January – Thursday
Every Step Counts Walking Group 10am
Opposite the Bricklayers Arms, 39 – 41 Chevening Road, Chipstead TN13 2RZ
The wellbeing walks are led by qualified volunteers who will support and encourage you. They vary in time & distance to accommodate all abilities and last around 40 minutes. Whether you’re recovering from illness or operation, trying to lose weight or just need some company, everybody is welcome. Free entry
30 January – Thursday
Make Friends with a Book: West Kent Mind, for better mental health 2pm – 3.30pm
Sevenoaks Library, Buckhurst Lane, Sevenoaks TN13 1LQ
Enjoy a story and a poem in the company of others. Share your reflections over a tea or coffee. No preparation required – just take yourself! Contact West Kent Mind for further information
01732 744950
30 January – Thursday
Lost Voice Guy Headlines Outside The Box Comedy Club 8pm
The Stag Plaza, London Road, Sevenoaks TN13 1ZZ
Outside the Box Comedy Club starts off 2020 with Lee Ridley, AKA Lost Voice Guy! Winner of Britain’s Got Talent in 2018 and the BBC New Comedy Award 2014. Supported by Zoe Lyons (Have I got News For you & Mock the Week ) and Terry Alderton (Live at the Apollo and his own Radio 4 show). Tickets £18
31 January – Friday & 1 February – Saturday
Charity Drag Night 8pm
Dunton Green Social Club, 159 London Road, Dunton Green TN13 2TA
Back by popular demand, all the way from Turkey! For 2 nights only! Charity Drag Night in aid of local charity Friends For Families. Tickets are selling fast so be quick! Tickets £20 include buffet.
womanwhocan@live.co.uk / 07941 740788
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