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SUMMARY:Faversham Artisan Crafts and Gift Market
DESCRIPTION:Faversham Artisan Crafts and Gift Market. \nA selection of the best of Kent’s craft and gift products\, including jewellery\, homeware\, artwork\, photography\, candles\, soaps\, clothing\, beauty\, food and much\, much more! Free Entry. \nFrom 10.00 am to 3.00 pm. Organised by Eventissima Events. \nFree entry\, come along for a browse. \nOur pop-up tearoom will also be open\, so why not stop for some tea and cake? \n \nTo join as a trader please contact Eventissima Events: \nEmail: eventissima@outlook.com \nContact Tel 07582351364
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/artisan-craft-curios-gift-market-2021-11-06-2025-03-01/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Fairs & Markets
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SUMMARY:Paranormal investigation
DESCRIPTION:Ghostly Encounters UK: Paranormal Investigation at the Alexander Centre \nJoin Ghostly Encounters UK for a thrilling paranormal investigation at the historic Alexander Centre in Faversham. \nOriginally built in the 1860s as Gatefield House by brick-maker Henry Barnes\, the building later became the home of pioneering vascular surgeon and long-serving Mayor\, Sir Sidney Alexander. After his death in 1943\, it was gifted to the local council and used as a civic building. \nWith its preserved attic servants’ quarters\, a former magistrates’ court room\, and even a basement jail cell\, the building has a long and fascinating history. Visitors have reported cold spots\, unexplained door movements\, and an eerie sense of being watched. \nLocated in Faversham—said to be the most haunted town in Kent\, this is your chance to help investigate the Alexander Centre and uncover the secrets of its past. 👻
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/paranormal-investigation/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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SUMMARY:Comedy Lock-In
DESCRIPTION:Faversham‘s monthly night of stand-up comedy from the best new and up-and-coming acts on the UK comedy circuit comes to The Alex on the second Sunday of each month. \nDoors 6.00pm \nDonations welcome – pay what you can! \n 
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/comedylockin/2026-06-14/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T193000
DTSTAMP:20260613T132601
CREATED:20250613T135411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T090557Z
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SUMMARY:Greg Chapman’s Discovery of Witchcraft | The Arden Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Important Notice: Fire at the Alexander Centre\nOn New Year’s Eve\, a fire occurred at the rear of our Gatefield Hall\, The Alex’s main events space. Thankfully\, no one was in the venue and there were no injuries. This event has been relocated to The Arden Theatre. Leslie Smith Dr\, Faversham ME13 8PW (In the Central carpark)  \nWe will be\, or may already have been\, in touch with all current ticket holders directly. If you have any questions\, please get in contact via email at bookings@thealex.org.uk or by phone on 01795 591691. \nTo read more about the fire and its effects please click HERE \n\nA show of Magic\, Storytelling\, History\, Comedy and Thought. \nIn 1584\, Reginald Scott released his book ‘The Discoverie of Witchcraft’. \nThe book aimed to expose the truth behind what was believed to be ‘witchcraft’ at the time\, including a section detailing the methods used by magicians to create their effects. \nHe hoped this book would put an end to innocent people being tried\, imprisoned\, and hanged for Witchcraft. \nIt would not. \nGreg Chapman’s new show combines magic\, storytelling\, history\, comedy and more to talk about Witch trials from the 15th Century through to the 20th Century\, and does so in a way that is entertaining\, informative\, and thought-provoking!
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/greg-chapmans-discovery-of-witchcraft/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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SUMMARY:The Budapest Cafe Orchestra | Faversham Assembly Rooms
DESCRIPTION:Important Notice: Fire at the Alexander Centre\nThis event was originally scheduled to take place at the Alexander Centre\, Faversham. Following a fire on New Year’s Eve\, this venue is currently out of action and the event has therefore been relocated to The Faversham Assembly Rooms\, Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8PG. \nFor venue-related enquiries (including access\, accessibility\, and parking)\, please contact The Faversham Assembly Rooms on 01795 503286. \nFor a location map for The Faversham Assembly Rooms\, please click HERE \nWe apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding. \nTo read more about the fire and its effects\, please click HERE \n\nReturning by popular demand after their previous sold-out performance!\nAn Eclectic group who play in amazing places; a 4-piece acoustically electrifying orchestra playing gypsy & folk-flavoured music from all around the world; the BCO deliver traditional Balkan\, Russian\, Hungarian and Romanian traditional gypsy and folk music in their own fresh and surprising way with jazz nuances and their own unique arrangements and established by award-winning British composer\, violinist and teacher Christian Garrick in 2009. \nBCO are specialists of the ‘distilled concerto’: e.g. the Rachmaninov\, Tchaikovsky and Greig Squeezebox Concertos and admired for their artful re-workings of masterpieces by the greats of the Romantic era. BCO has made a special bond with Scotlandia performing some 200 shows across the Highlands and Islands in touring extensively each year there since 2011 all crowned with the 2014 album The Gaelic Chronicles. \n“Not so much a band name as a whole genre of its own\, Budapest Cafe Orchestra embraces an encyclopaedia of music and mischief.” SCOTSMAN \n‘Back by popular demand\, the fiery vivacity and awe-inspiring musicianship of the finest purveyors of Eastern European gypsy music this side of a Lada scrap heap will leave you with a grin on your face and rhythm in your feet” TIMES \n 
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/the-budapest-cafe-orchestra/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Faversham Artisan Crafts and Gift Market
DESCRIPTION:Faversham Artisan Crafts and Gift Market. \nA selection of the best of Kent’s craft and gift products\, including jewellery\, homeware\, artwork\, photography\, candles\, soaps\, clothing\, beauty\, food and much\, much more! Free Entry. \nFrom 10.00 am to 3.00 pm. Organised by Eventissima Events. \nFree entry\, come along for a browse. \nOur pop-up tearoom will also be open\, so why not stop for some tea and cake? \n \nTo join as a trader please contact Eventissima Events: \nEmail: eventissima@outlook.com \nContact Tel 07582351364
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/artisan-craft-curios-gift-market-2021-11-06-2025-03-01/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Fairs & Markets
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T193000
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CREATED:20260313T110632Z
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SUMMARY:Becky Umbers & Eli Matthewson – Edinburgh warm ups
DESCRIPTION:Two multi-award-winning\, 5-star comedians from New Zealand warm up for the Edinburgh Festival. \nBecky Umbers – Tell That Horse To Keep His Mouth Shut\nIn a world overflowing with misinformation\, is the only way to get the truth to hear it straight from the horse’s mouth?\nBut what if that horse disagrees with me?\nWhat if that horse is lying?\nWhat if that horse… is part of the cover-up? \nWe all have that person in the family. The aunt who’s convinced the Earth is flat. The cousin who’s pretty sure the world is secretly run by lizards in human suits. In this show\, Becky dives headfirst into the weird\, wonderful world of conspiracy theories — including a few of her own. \nWhy do people believe these theories? Are they onto something? Are you a conspiracy theorist? Are you a lizard? (Blink twice if yes. Wait\, can lizards blink?) \nTell That Horse To Keep His Mouth Shut is a fun\, silly comedy show that aims to question\, understand— but mostly entertain— at a time when reality itself sounds made up. \nIf you’re hoping for definitive proof the moon landing was fake\, this is not the show for you.But if you’ve ever argued with someone whose theory makes no sense and thought\, “How did we get here?” — welcome. \nEli Matthewson: Youth Mobility \nEli Matthewson is the first ever New Zealander to move to London and he has done it right on time for the end of the world. Just as life was starting to feel safe and secure\, he has thrown it all away and scraped into the UK on the last possible week he could qualify for the youth mobility visa. A show about doing everything you can to make something of yourself before society completely crumbles. \n“Punchlines that whip back around like a tossed ponytail” – Theatreview\n“That most generous of comedy things: a personal show that feels inclusive\, offering a series of vignettes that invite introspection without ever getting preachy.” ★★★★  – The Recs\n“Smart\, silly\, and thoroughly entertaining.”  ★★★★ – EdFest Mag\n★★★★ – Three Weeks\n★★★★ Scotsman\n★★★★ Chortle\n★★★★ Voice Mag
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/becky-umbers-eli-matthewson-edinburgh-warm-ups/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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SUMMARY:James Allsopp Quartet plays Stan Getz | Faversham Assembly Rooms
DESCRIPTION:Important Notice: Fire at the Alexander Centre\nThis event was originally scheduled to take place at the Alexander Centre\, Faversham. Following a fire on New Year’s Eve\, this venue is currently out of action and the event has therefore been relocated to The Faversham Assembly Rooms\, Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8PG. \nFor venue-related enquiries (including access\, accessibility\, and parking)\, please contact The Faversham Assembly Rooms on 01795 503286. \nFor a location map for The Faversham Assembly Rooms\, please click HERE \nWe apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding. \nTo read more about the fire and its effects\, please click HERE \n\nJames Allsopp Quartet plays Stan Getz\n“Allsopp is an astonishingly fluent tenor sax soloist\, the ideas just seem to flow effortlessly” – The Jazz Mann \nA tribute to master saxophonist Stan Getz. The program will feature music from his rich back catalogue\, expect lush ballads\, lilting bossa novas\, swinging standards and motoring bop compositions played by some of London’s most in-demand musicians. \nFeaturing award-winning saxophonist James Allsopp with Colin Oxley on guitar\, Oli Hayhurst on double bass and Dave Storey on drums playing music from their brand new album “Ballads and Bossas”. \nLineup\nColin Oxley – guitar\nOli Hayhurst – double bass\nDave Storey – drums\nJames Allsopp – tenor saxophone \nPart of the outstanding Jazz@TheAlex programme.
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/james-allsopp-quartet-plays-stan-getz/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260627T143000
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CREATED:20260331T142002Z
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SUMMARY:Faversham artisan & holistic fair  | Faversham Assembly Rooms
DESCRIPTION:Browse a mix of artisan goods and holistic products at a fair brought to you by ARevents. A great opportunity to meet independent traders and find something unique you won’t find on the high street. \nLocation: The Faversham Assembly rooms \nTo become a stallholder\, contact the team at arevents19@yahoo.com
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/faversham-craft-artisan-holistic-fair-the-faversham-assembly-rooms/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Fairs & Markets
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260627T150000
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SUMMARY:Folk & Bespoke
DESCRIPTION:Folk & Bespoke Market\nSupport independent makers and discover unique\, handcrafted goods you won’t find on the high street. Every item tells a story\, and every maker has a passion. FREE ENTRY. \nA curated selection of artisan stalls featuring:🕯 Handmade gifts & home décor🎨 Art\, ceramics & textiles🍯 Local produce & bakes💍 Jewellery\, skincare & more \nCelebrate creativity\, craftsmanship\, and community — and take home something truly handmade! \nFollow Folk & Bespoke: Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteShare your experience with #folkandbespoke \n\nFor Stallholders\nAre you a skilled artist\, artisan\, or creative looking for regular events? Folk & Bespoke offers affordable opportunities to showcase your work\, build your clientele\, and grow your brand. \nGet in touch:www.folkandbespoke.com | https://linktr.ee/folkandbespoke | https://www.folkandbespoke.com/shop-signup/
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/folk-bespoke/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Fairs & Markets
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SUMMARY:Rich Hall: Chin Music  | The Old Brewery Store
DESCRIPTION:Important Notice: Fire at the Alexander Centre\nThis event was originally scheduled to take place at the Alexander Centre\, Faversham. Following a fire on New Year’s Eve\, this space is currently out of action\, and the event has therefore been relocated to Shepherd Neame – The Old Brewery Store\, Conduit Street\, Mill Place\, Faversham\, ME13 7DY. \nFor venue-related enquiries (including access\, accessibility\, and parking)\, please contact Shepherd Neame staff on 01795 532206. \nFor a location map for the Old Brewery Store\, please click HERE \nWe apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding. \nTo read more about the fire and its effects\, please click HERE \n\nRich Hall: Chin Music\nChin Music” has two meanings. One is idle talk. The other is a brushback throw in baseball\nor cricket to intimidate the batter. Both describe Rich Hall’s comedy. Idle but intimidating.\nSharp\, quick\, splenetic\, and sublimely improvisational. \nIf you’ve never seen him\, you need to hustle down to your local venue and grab a seat because he never disappoints. Ever.
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/rich-hall-chin-music/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Music
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