(times and days vary) see Whitefriars website for details

The University of Kent's Undergraduate Open Day for the Canterbury campus will be held on November 16, 2024. The event is called "Find your future" and will take place on the Canterbury campus.   Here are some things you can expect to do at the open day:   Meet current students and lecturers Tour the campus and accommodation option Attend talks about fees, funding, and finance Visit the Templeman Library Learn about the student support services available

Last year Canterbury had Hornby Trains - this year we have Bagpuss!  Bagpuss and his friend Gregory Bear are both paying a special visit to Canterbury this Christmas to celebrate his 50th birthday.   Thanks to Hospices for Hope (supported by the Firmin Family) there will be a selection of Bagpuss collectors’ items, accompanied by gorgeous locally made Canterbury Bear teddies on display in lots of different Christmas windows around the city - but can you spot where they are?   Full details of the trail TBC - watch this space!!

BID MEMBERS ONLY: Join us for our next BID networking event hosted at Pho restaurant located on the corner of Butchery Lane and Burgate from 12:30-2:00pm on Tuesday 19 November. Pho (pronounced ‘fuh’) is located over two floors, and serves up delicious and healthy Vietnamese street food.   Our lunchtime events are always extra-popular so please make sure you book your space ASAP!

Choosing where to progress your career ambitions is a big decision and we're delighted to be able to welcome you to our stunning Canterbury campus so you can experience it for yourself.   Open Events are a fantastic way to meet our staff and students and find out how Kent can help you make your ambition count.   This event is for potential postgraduate students and their supporters.

Don’t miss the Marlowe theatre's spectacular magical pantomime Beauty and the Beast, starring Maisie Smith (EastEnders, Strictly Come Dancing, Strictly Ballroom: the Musical), children’s favourite, Phil Gallagher (CBeebies’ Mister Maker), and Marlowe Theatre Legend, Ben Roddy.   Find out more and book   

Late Night Christmas Markets: Both markets (Whitefriars/St Georges, plus the Cathedral Precincts market) will stay open until 8pm Park for a £1: Whitefriars' multi-story car park will cost just £1 for the whole evening - but only from 4pm onwards. The other car parks will be charged at the regular price. Festive Snow Showers  / Santa's Grotto / Live Music and much more.

An unmissable event, complete your Christmas calendar with Fenwick's enchanting Afternoon Tea with Santa.   What to expect Santa’s elves will be waiting to greet you at The Eatery, ready to take you to your table. Little ones will receive an elf hat to wear and can enjoy a spot of Christmas-themed colouring. Once the children’s plates are cleared, they’ll be invited up by the elves for an extra special picture moment, as well as an early Christmas gift to take home.   Booking essential!! Find out more here

Small Business Saturday UK is a grassroots, non-commercial campaign, which highlights small business success and encourages consumers to 'shop local' and support small businesses in their communities.   On Small Business Saturday, customers across the U.K. go out and support all types of small businesses, online, in offices and in stores. Many small businesses take part in the day by hosting events and offering discounts.

A panel of creative experts, together with the Lord and Lady Mayoress and the BID team will tour the city to admire all the beautifully-decorated Christmas windows in the city centre. They will then choose their winner and the runners up   Important: businesses must complete the Christmas Window Competition Form in order to be part of the event   See last year's entries here