Canterbury will welcome the Queen’s Baton Relay on Thursday 7 July as it makes its way around the UK ahead of the Commonwealth Games this summer. The baton will be carried by a number of baton holders on a route across the city, concluding with a community event within the grounds of Canterbury Cathedral. Canterbury City Council is leading the organisation of the Canterbury section of the baton relay and is working on a series of complementary events, potentially around sport and music, to coincide with its time in the city. More details will be confirmed in due course. Find out more about the Queen’s Baton Relay.
Repurpose and re-use broken items, appliances and more by repairing and fixing them (where possible) next Saturday 09 July, 10am-12.30pm at the Baptist Church, St George’s Place (opposite Waitrose). The Repair Café is a free community service, run entirely by skilled volunteers, who fix up a multitude of items including clothing, electricals, pottery, computers and bikes. Find out more HERE
Grammy-award winning global megastar Michael Bublé will return to the UK in 2022 with a series of very special open-air concerts, now including The Spitfire Ground, the home of Kent Cricket, in Canterbury. Set to be some of the most vocally and visually stunning shows of 2022, spend ‘An Evening with Michael Bublé’ at one of his summer dates, enjoying his world-class showmanship against the backdrop and impressive grandeur of beautifully picturesque locations. Tickets for ‘An Evening with Michael Bublé’ at The Spitfire Ground, Canterbury on Saturday 10th July, 2021 are now on sale aegpresents.co.uk.
Chaps & Chapettes Salon, Lower Bridge Street Thurs 14 July, 5.30-7pm Spend an evening in style at this stunning male grooming salon and new additional ‘Chapettes’ salon, prosecco bar and treatment rooms Spaces are limited to 2 per business, unless availability allows. To book your place please email Emily at enquiries@canterburybid.co.uk
In 2022, we are celebrating our return following a 2 year break in style. Come and join us on Sunday 24th July at Canterbury Rugby Club. As an entrant to The Canterbury Bike Ride, you benefit from: Fully waymarked routes with a back up route map and GPS files; Feed stations on the long and medium routes ; On-course first aid and mechanical support We welcome all charities to enter teams and you can see below the large number of charities who have participated in the past. Our partner charities for 2022 are The Kent MS Therapy Centre and Canterbury Wheelchair Rugby Cyclists of all ages and abilities are welcome to join plus charities are welcome to enter teams.
Canterbury's popular street food market returns this weekend After a successful Park Feast saw nearly 30,000 visitors attend Dane John Gardens across the Platinum Jubilee weekend, City Feast will be returning to Canterbury's scenic Marlowe Riverside. Expect an ensemble of the most diverse and exciting culinary offerings and expertly crafted drinks, all within a completely unique picturesque setting. Open 11am-8pm 30-31 July
