The Hornby Train Trail will be running from 18 November – 22 December 2023   This Christmas climb aboard our festive rail adventure and embark on a whistlestop tour of Canterbury’s medieval streets.   Around Canterbury city centre there will be 38 festive Hornby Train displays hidden in Christmas windows of local businesses. Each time you spot a Hornby train, pop inside and the ‘station master’ will stamp your ticket!   Collect 5 stamps and head to your final destination, Fenwick Toy Department in St George’s Street, to collect your prize. While there, you can also enter the BIG prize draw to win your very own special Hornby Train set and Christmas bundle!   Hop on board by clicking HERE  

Come and enjoy a wonderful festive Christmas Market at the Kent Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Centre up at Merton Farm near the Kent Cricket Ground.   Craft & Gift Stalls Santa's Grotto Refreshments Charity Tombola Pop Up Charity Shop   SATURDAY 18 NOVEMBER 2023 | 10AM-2PM Bradbury House, Merton Ln N, Canterbury CT4 7DZ

Every year Canterbury boasts some of the most stunning Christmas window displays in the South East with the press, social media influencers and bloggers regularly visiting the city to comment.   The businesses of Canterbury have been busy making sure their windows look beautifully festive. Today sees the judges tour the city to admire them all - and decide whose window is the most creative and award-winning!   To see all the previous entries please click here

THEIR BIGGEST EVENT OF THE YEAR!   Come wine, dine and dance the night away this Christmas at this wonderful event held at the University of Kent in aid of Kent's Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Centre   Includes a drinks reception followed by a three-course meal. Entertainment from The Compilation and our fantastic MC Dave Fulton. Q and A with Beefeater Andy Merry Dress Code: Black Tie   SATURDAY 2 DECEMBER 2023 | 6PM-12AM Darwin Conference Suite University of Kent

Join us for the CCAP Climate Action Festival & Awards 2023, raising awareness about climate change, promoting sustainable living and recognising achievement on environmental sustainability.   This exciting event will take place on Saturday, December 9, 2023 at Saint Peter's Methodist Church, Canterbury, CT1 2BE.   At the CCAP Climate Action Festival, you'll have the opportunity to engage with like-minded individuals, learn about the latest climate initiatives, and discover practical ways to reduce your carbon footprint. From family fun workshops and expert-led talks to a sustainable marketplace and interactive climate action games, there's something for everyone   Celebrate all the climate action heroes leading the way with their innovative projects and solutions. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the CCAP Climate Action Festival & Awards and contribute to a greener, more sustainable future. Visit www.ccap.org.uk for more information and to download an application form. Mark your calendars and join us on December 9th! www.ccap.org.uk

To help avoid the huge environmental impact of materials sourced, manufactured, packaged, transported and then thrown away, the Repair Cafe in Canterbury is here for you to bring along any clothes, furniture, toys, gardening tools, bicycles and household appliances  in need of repair. There is also a clothes swap and energy advice desk. Repairs and advice are free but donations are welcome!   Also... if you have a repair problem, or solutions, ideas and skills for how to repair things ... do share them here! If you would like to help us with your skills at a future event please contact us at canterburyrepaircafe@gmail.com   The Repair Cafe is hosted at Hub Cafe, Baptist Church, St George’s Place, Canterbury CT1 1XB (just beside the mini roundabout by the entrance to Whitefriars Multi Storey Car Park)

From the team that brought you Cinderella and Beauty and The Beast, this year’s production at The Malthouse Theatre will feature stunning sets and costumes, spectacular special effects, side splitting comedy and a dazzling West End cast in Canterbury’s Fairest Pantomime of all, Snow White!     Special rates available for schools and large groups - please email boxoffice@kings-school.co.uk for more info

Join the Lord Mayor of Canterbury for Open Air Carol Singing on 24 December at 6.15pm in Rose Square (outside Primark).   This annual event is a traditional part of a Christmas in Canterbury. It is supported by thousands of local residents, of all ages, making a fabulous start to Christmas for both the young and the young at heart! A retiring collection will be taken in aid of the Lord Mayor of Canterbury’s Christmas Gift Fund   Find out more here