The annual Canterbury Food and Drink Festival 2022 returns after a 2-year hiatus and we are delighted! From the 23 – 25 September the city of Canterbury will once again host the best of local food, drink, produce and performance. This is Kent’s biggest food festival, set against the stunning backdrop of the Dane John Gardens showcasing everything to be proud of from the Garden of England, with a smattering of the brightest stars of the modern street food scene from London and beyond. With over 100 traders, 2 stages of music, dedicated kids' area, festival bar and ample seating it’s more than just a food festival, it’s a celebration of Kent and Canterbury. More information HERE

This year's event will be in the afternoon (rather than the evening) and will see events, live music, freebies,  goody bags, DJ's and of course LOADS of brilliant deals and discounts offered by local businesses.   There will even be a special Shopping Trail with fantastic prizes up for grabs. The event will take place throughout the city and more information will be available nearer the time   Mark the date in your diary!

Canterbury Christ Church University Open Day. Please see website for more details including exact location, directions and more https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/study-here/applying/visit-us

Join Canterbury Climate Action Partnership for this important panel discussion on the climate emergency. Panelists include Dr Carl Wright, Chair of Canterbury Climate Action Partnership, and Winners of the recent Canterbury Climate Action Awards: • Paul Whitfield, Director General – The Wildwood Trust • Catherine Morris – Sustainability Manager – University of Kent • Jon Mills – Director & Co-owner of The Foundry Brew Pub in Canterbury • Keith Bothwell – Leader of The Canterbury Repair Cafe This event is free to attend. Wed 19 Oct, 6pm – 7.30pm, St Peter’s Methodist Church, St Peter’s Street, Canterbury, CT1 2BE

This Repair Cafe is an outreach event — at St Dunstan's Church Hall. Come along and learn how to mend clothes and repair broken things such as household objects, woodwork, toys, ceramics, electrical goods, computers/IT, bicycles etc. Volunteers with craft skills help to repair your things and show you how to do it — all for free, with free cake, tea and coffee too — what's not to like? We also have a Clothes Swap — swap something old (in good condition) for something different. There is an Energy Help Desk too — where you can get advice on how to reduce fuel bills by making your home more energy-efficient and save money: adding insulation and draught-proofing, solar panels and heat pumps etc Find out more here

The annual United Nations Peace Service organised by Canterbury UNA will take place at Canterbury Cathedral on Sunday 23 October 530-630pm. This important public event will be attended by the Lord Mayor and many local community groups.   This year our keynote speaker is HE the High Commissioner of Namibia who is also Chair of the Commonwealth Board of Governors.   All are invited to attend in person.