December 2025
Quick links to events in December
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- Sunday 7		 Monday 8
- Sunday 14		 Monday 15
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Monday 22
- Sunday 28		 Monday 29
- Wednesday 31		  
VISITOR ATTRACTIONS
Opening days and times may be subject to change over holiday period.
Deal Castle - open to the public 10am-4pm on most Saturdays and Sundays in December. Please see website for Christmas and New Year arrangements. 01304 372762
website
Walmer Castle and Gardens, Kingsdown Road, Walmer - open to the public 10am-4pm on most Saturdays and Sundays in December. Please see website for Christmas and New Year arrangements. 01304 364288
website
Kent Museum of the Moving Image, 41 Stanhope Road, Deal CT14 6AD. Open all year: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays, 11am-5pm. Admission: adult £7; concessions £6; under 16yrs £4. 01304 239515

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Deal Pier. Opening times (December-March): Sundays-Thursdays: 8am-6pm; Fridays and Saturdays: 8am-12midnight. Times vary over the Christmas/New Year period. See our daily listings for details.
Fishing: Permitted on sections of the pier stem and lower deck. Tickets can be purchased at the pier entrance. For details, use Fishing info link.

Restaurant: Deal Pier Kitchen. 		Pier:
01304 363815
Pier info
Fishing info

Restaurant:
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Sandown Castle Garden, Sandown Road, Deal CT14 6QU. Award-winning community garden on the site of the former Sandown Castle. Always open. facebook

 

EXTERNAL LISTINGS OF EVENTS AND MEETINGS
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 Astor Community Theatre events Astor Theatre
Deal Town Council's meetings Deal TC website
Walmer Town Council's meetings Walmer TC website
Golf Road Community Centre activities Golf Road Centre
Age Concern Deal Centre activities Deal Centre
Betteshanger Country Park events Betteshanger events
Deal Radio programme schedule weekly schedule
Live music listings for the Deal area Deal Gig Guide

 

CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR SERVICES
Details of changes to a range of public services over the Christmas and New Year holiday period  CLICK HERE 
 
DAY-BY-DAY EVENTS
Quick links to events in December
Monday 1
- Sunday 7		 Monday 8
- Sunday 14		 Monday 15
- Sunday 21
Monday 22
- Sunday 28		 Monday 29
- Wednesday 31		  
 
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December: continuing events and amenities
Deal Warm Welcome offers warmth, refreshment and friendship for everyone. Now in its fourth year, the welcome project runs from November until the beginning of April 2026.
Five venues are opening their doors to anyone wishing to meet up, share a hot drink, a bite to eat and a good chat.
They are:
Mondays: St Richard’s Church, Mill Hill, 9am-1pm.
Tuesdays: Trinity Church, 12.30pm-3pm* and Deal Pantry, Deal Welfare Club, Cowdray Square, 2pm-4pm.
Wednesdays: St Andrew’s, West Street, 9am-11am, Deal Pantry, 12noon-2pm and St George’s, High Street, 12.30pm-2pm.		 more details:
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Winter Group Show, Linden Hall Studio, 32 St George's Road, Deal CT14 6B. Showcasing painting and sculpture, cermaic and charcoal, photography and printmaking by a range of talented artists. Open: Tuesday–Saturday: 10am–4:30pm from December 6 to 31 (closed Sunday and Monday). website
Talk It Out Wellbeing Support, Deal Ability, 43 Victoria Road, Deal CT14 7AY. Provides a range of meetings, social and craft activities. Also campaigns for better Mental Health Services. Tracy Carr
07923 096273
See website
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How we display listings!
Regular weekly events are now shown in brief in the
"day-by-day" listings with a day link to click for more details.
"One off" events details are simply included in the listings.
 
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Monday 1 December
 World AIDS Day website
Scrabble Club, The Deal Centre, 3 Park Street, Deal, 9.45am-11.30am. No need to book; beginners welcome. Free (includes a hot drink). details:
01304 372608
HealthWalk: Betteshanger Village Social Club, off Circular Road, Betteshanger, CT14 0LT, 9.45am for 10am start. Free local walk. see Monday
Violence Against Women and Girls Community Online Event, 10am-12noon. Latest information from Kent Police and partners on making communities safer for women and girls via the Microsoft Teams app. Booking required to participate. details/booking:
website

Deal Breastfeeding Support Group, St George's Church, St George's Road, Deal, 1pm-3pm.

see Monday
Badminton, Walmer Baptist Church Hall, Kelvedon Road, Walmer, 2pm–4pm. see Monday
Bricks and Buddies Club, St Leonard's Social Centre, Rectory Road, Deal CT14 9LU, 2.30pm - 3.15pm. A weekly club for children (ages 2-10) to build, play and socialise through the joy of LEGO® and DUPLO®. Fee: £4 per family (up to 4 attendees). Booking required. details/booking:
facebook
Women's Safety Event, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 2.30pm-5.30pm. Expert advice on personal safety and practical self-defence for women and girls. Free - but booking required. details: website
booking: eventbright
Dover District Council Community Roots Van, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 2.30pm-5.30pm. Meet council staff to discuss concerns and learn about local services. details:
website
Feel Good Yoga, Kingsdown Village Hall, The Street, Kingsdown, 6pm-7pm. see Monday
Deal and Walmer Handelian Choral Society Rehearsal, Deal Parochial CofE Primary School Hall, Gladstone Road, Walmer, 7.30pm-9pm. see Monday
Bingo Session, Betteshanger Sports and Social Club, Cavell Square, off Mill Hill, Deal, 7.30pm (doors open 6.30pm). see Monday
Bingo Session, St Leonard's Hall, Rectory Road, Upper Deal, doors open 7pm, eyes down 7.45pm. see Monday
Squeeze - The iconic band returns to the Astor, The Astor Community Theatre, Stanhope Road, Deal, 8pm. Tickets: standing £47; balcony (seated) £50. website
 
Tuesday 2 December
Trinity Toddlers Playgroup, Trinity Church (Wesley Hall), Union Road, Deal, 9.30am-11.30am. see Tuesday
Kingsdown Social Group, Kingsdown Village Hall, Upper Street, Kingsdown, 1pm-3pm. All welcome. see Tuesday
Knit One-Chat Too! meeting, Walmer Baptist Church Hall, Kelvedon Road, Walmer, 2pm-4pm. see Tuesday
Kingpin Crafters Meeting, Kingsdown Golf Club, The Leas, Kingsdown, 2pm-4pm. Craft group. see Tuesday
Violence Against Women and Girls Community Online Event, 6pm-8pm. Latest information from Kent Police and partners on making communities safer for women and girls via the Microsoft Teams app. Booking required to participate. details/booking:
website
Midlife Rovers Walking Football, The Goodwin Academy, Hamilton Road, Deal, 8pm-9pm. Walking- pace football for men. Fee: £3.50. 07751 767508
facebook
 
Wednesday 3 December
Moo Music Deal and Dover, Betteshanger Sports and Social Club, Cavell Square, Deal CT14 9HR, from 9.30am. Parent and baby/toddler music and movement sessions. see Wednesday
Midday Meetup, Deal Radio, 12noon-2pm. Join Lee Ackers on Deal's local radio station to publicise activities, events and concerns. Listen online. website
Tots Football Fun, Tides Leisure Centre, Park Avenue, Deal, 1.15pm-2pm. For 1- to 4-year-olds. see Wednesday
JFit Fitness Class, Walmer Parish Hall, Dover Road, Walmer 6pm-6.45pm. Covid safe. Limited places; booking required. see Wednesday
Deal and District Camera Club Meeting, The Rowing Club, The Marina, Deal CT14 7NG, 7pm for 7.30pm start. see Wednesday
 
Thursday 4 December
Mums and Toddlers Group, Walmer Chapel, Station Road, Upper Walmer, 9.30am-11.30am. see Thursday
Drop In Social, Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 10am-11am. see Thursday
Tadpoles Group Meeting, St George's Church extension, High Street, Deal, 11am-1pm. For pregnant parents and parents/carers of pre-walkers. see Thursday
Tea and Chat Social, St Nicholas Church, Church Lane, Ringwould, 2pm-3.30pm. (Meets on first Thursday of each month.) Jean Winn
01304 361030
website
Clean Up Crew, Deal Rail Station, 2.30pm. Voluntary litter pick and tidy up in the Station area. New helpers welcome. Meets first and third Thursdays each month.
Football Fun and Development, Tides Leisure Centre, Park Avenue, Deal, 5pm-6pm. For 5-12-year-olds. see Thursday
Golf Road Get-together, Community Centre, Golf Road, North Deal, 7pm-9pm (doors open 6.30pm). Tonight: Christmas Meal, plus entertainment from the Landmark Choir. Admission £12 (includes meal and entertainment); booking required. facebook
booking:
07414 479979
Deal Folk Club Meeting, St Andrew's Church Hall, West Street, Deal CT14 6DZ, 7pm-10pm. Guest Night: Vicki Swan and Johnny Dyer's Winter Warmer. All are welcome. Admission: £10. website
facebook
Deal and District Motorcycle Club Meeting, The Sportsman public house, 23 The Street, Sholden CT14 0AL, 7.30pm. All enthusiasts welcome. Meet on first and third Thursdays of each month. facebook
Live music: Open Mic', The Port Arms, 10 Beach Street, Deal, 7.30pm. see Thursday
NT Live: The Fifth Step, The Astor Community Theatre, Stanhope Road, Deal, 7.30pm. A play by David Ireland starring Slow Horses award winner Jack Lowden. Tickets: £18. website
Bingo Session, St Leonard's Hall, Rectory Road, Upper Deal, doors open 7pm, eyes down 7.45pm. see Thursday
Live music: Geno Washington and the Yo Yo's, The Lighthouse, 50 The Strand, Walmer, 8pm (doors open 7pm). Tickets £22. website
 
Friday 5 December
For Live music in local pubs CLICK HERE
Today! Deal High Street late opening shopping event. Some 23 or more High Street shops will be open until 8pm. Some offering a glass of mulled wine or fizz and a mince pie, some with special offers and treats, all with good cheer!
It’s a way of thanking people for their year round support of the High Street. To see who’s open and what goodies are on offer visit: http://www.latedeal.shop
Coffee and Chat, Salvation Army, West Street, Deal, 10.30am-12.30pm. Teas, coffees, cool drinks and biscuits. Friendly company and great prices. All welcome. facebook
MiniStrikers/Megastrikers Session, Walmer Parish Hall, 131 Dover Road, Walmer CT14 7JH, 9.45am-10.25am and 10.40am-11.20am. see Friday
Deal and Walmer Chess Club Meeting, The Royal Marines Association Club, 37 The Strand, Walmer, 1pm-4pm. see Friday
Ace Bridge Club Deal Meeting, The Downs Sailing Club, The Strand, Walmer, 1.30pm-4.30pm. see Friday
British Comedy Film Season: Dr Strangelove or: How I Stopped Worrying and Learned to Love the Bomb (Stanley Kubrick, 1964), Kent Museum of the Moving Image, Stanhope Road, Deal CT14 6AD, 5.30pm-8.30pm (film starts at 6.30pm). Entry is free with a yearly ticket, (available on the door: £7.50 adult / £6.00 concessions).

 

details/booking:
website
Landmark Show Choir Meeting, The Landmark Centre (Cleary Room), High Street, Deal, 6pm-7.30pm. see Friday
Charity Quiz Night, The Astor Community Theatre, Stanhope Road, Deal, 7.30pm. Tickets: £5. Teams of six; individuals and smaller numbers welcome and combined to make up a team. Raising funds for Deal Foodbank. details/booking:
website
Billy's Big Christmas Quiz, Betteshanger Sports and Social Club, Cavell Square, Deal CT14 9HN, 7.30pm (doors open 7pm). Entry £1 per player; tables of up to 8 players. Proceeds go to Deal Area Foodbank. facebook
 
Saturday 6 December
For Live music in local pubs CLICK HERE
Deal General Market, Union Road/Duke Street carpark, Deal, 9am-2pm. see Saturday
Seafront Parkrun, starts on seafront area facing The Beach, Walmer, 9am. see Saturday
Free Park Tennis, Marke Wood Recreation Ground, Dover Road, Walmer, 10am-11am. Learn and play tennis. Booking required. see Saturday
Coffee Morning, Walmer Chapel, Station Road, Upper Walmer, 10am-12noon. see Saturday
Welcome Café, St Saviour's Church, The Strand, Walmer, 10am-12noon. Social hub with free refreshments. All welcome. facebook
Frost Fair, Beacon Hill Cottage, Beacon Hill, Little Mongeham CT14 0HW, 10am-2pm. Craft stalls, festive florals and Pop-up Cafe. Free admission. facebook
Lantern Making Workshop, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 10am-3pm. A free session to create a lantern for the Deal Pier community event on Friday 12 December. All welcome. facebook
The Village Community Market, The Warehouse, Sondes Road, Deal, 10am-4pm. see Saturday
Tots Football Fun, Tides Leisure Centre, Park Avenue, Deal. For 2- to 5-year-olds. Sessions 10.15am-11am and 11am-11.45am. see Saturday
Deal Philatelic Society Monthly Meeting, The Landmark Centre, High Street, Deal, 4pm-6pm. Members' Display "The Letter R"; competitions; refreshments and raffle. Visitors and new members always welcome. Alan Buckman
01304 367711
Andre Rieu and The Johann Strauss Orchestra, The Astor Community Theatre, Stanhope Road, Deal, 7.30pm. A special screening of Andre Rieu's "Merry Christmas" concert from Maastricht. Tickets £20. details/tickets:
website
Christmas Charity Concert, St Mary's Church, St Clare Road, Walmer, 7.30pm. Seasonal music with White Cliffs Symphonic Winds. Tickets: £12.50. In support of Crossroads Care Kent. details/tickets:
facebook
 
Sunday 7 December
For Live music in local pubs CLICK HERE
Junior Parkrun, Betteshanger Country Park, off A258 Deal-Sandwich Road, Sholden, nr Deal, 9am. see Sunday
Deal and District Motor Cycle Club Sunday "Ride Out", outside Tides Leisure Centre, Park Avenue, Deal, 9am for 9.30am set off. see Sunday
Cinque Ports Scooter Club "Ride-out", meet Deal Pier entrance 9.30am, set off 10am. see Sunday
The Deal Flea, The Landmark Centre, High Street, Deal and also The Astor Theatre, Stanhope Road, Deal, 10am-2pm. Over 40 stalls of pre-loved and new items, antiques, home furnishings, bric-a-brac, books, artwork, jewellery, cds and vinyl, candles and more. facebook
Pier and Beach Festival, Deal Angling Club, 13 The Marina, Deal CT14 6NF, 11am-4pm. Angling competition on Deal and Walmer beaches and Deal Pier. Prizes include 30 turkeys and Christmas fare. Enter at Deal Angling Club HQ on Saturday 6 December (6pm-9pm) and Sunday 7 December (9am-11am). All anglers welcome. P. G. Heath
01304 361248
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Monday 8 December
HealthWalk: Betteshanger Village Social Club, off Circular Road, Betteshanger, CT14 0LT, 9.45am for 10am start. Free local walk. see Monday

Deal Breastfeeding Support Group, St George's Church, St George's Road, Deal, 1pm-3pm.

 see Monday
Badminton, Walmer Baptist Church Hall, Kelvedon Road, Walmer, 2pm–4pm. see Monday
Bricks and Buddies Club, St Leonard's Social Centre, Rectory Road, Deal CT14 9LU, 2.30pm - 3.15pm. A weekly club for children (ages 2-10). see Monday
Deal Town Council Planning Commitee Meeting, Deal Town Hall, High Street, Deal, 7.15pm. The meeting is open to the public. agenda
Deal and Walmer Handelian Choral Society Rehearsal, Deal Parochial CofE Primary School Hall, Gladstone Road, Walmer, 7.30pm-9pm. see Monday
Bingo Session, Betteshanger Sports and Social Club, Cavell Square, off Mill Hill, Deal, 7.30pm (doors open 6.30pm). see Monday
Bingo Session, St Leonard's Hall, Rectory Road, Upper Deal, doors open 7pm, eyes down 7.45pm. see Monday
 
Tuesday 9 December
Trinity Toddlers Playgroup, Trinity Church (Wesley Hall), Union Road, Deal, 9.30am-11.30am. see Tuesday
Kingsdown Social Group, Kingsdown Village Hall, Upper Street, Kingsdown, 1pm-3pm. All welcome. see Tuesday
Dover District Council Community Roots Van, Deal Welfare Club and Social Institute, Cowdray Square, Deal CT14 9EU, 1.30pm-3.30pm. Meet council staff to discuss concerns and learn about local services. details:
website
Knit One-Chat Too! meeting, Walmer Baptist Church Hall, Kelvedon Road, Walmer, 2pm-4pm. see Tuesday
Kingpin Crafters Meeting, Kingsdown Golf Club, The Leas, Kingsdown, 2pm-4pm. Craft group. see Tuesday
Memory Café, St Richard's Hall, Milll Hill, Deal CT14 9JU, 3pm-5pm. A social support group for people experiencing dementia and their carers. Tea, coffee and good conversation. Sally Barclay
01304 614237
Walmer Town Council Planning Committee Meeting, Elizabeth House, St Mary's Road, Walmer, 7pm. The meeting is open to the public. website
Deal Branch of the Kent Family History Society Meeting, The Landmark Centre, (Cleary Hall), 129 High Street, Deal, 7pm for 7.30pm.
website
Midlife Rovers Walking Football, The Goodwin Academy, Hamilton Road, Deal, 8pm-9pm. Walking- pace football for men. Fee: £3.50. 07751 767508
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Wednesday 10 December
Midday Meetup, Deal Radio, 12noon-2pm. Join Lee Ackers on Deal's local radio station to publicise activities, events and concerns. Listen online. website
Tots Football Fun, Tides Leisure Centre, Park Avenue, Deal, 1.15pm-2pm. For 1- to 4-year-olds. see Wednesday
JFit Fitness Class, Walmer Parish Hall, Dover Road, Walmer 6pm-6.45pm. Covid safe. Limited places; booking required. see Wednesday
Deal and District Camera Club Meeting, The Rowing Club, The Marina, Deal CT14 7NG, 7pm for 7.30pm start. NB: Next meeting is on Wednesday 7 January 2026. see Wednesday
Live music: Jesca Hoop (USA) + Hot Springs, The Lighthouse, 50 The Strand, Walmer, 8pm (doors open 7pm). SOLD OUT. website
 
Thursday 11 December
Mums and Toddlers Group, Walmer Chapel, Station Road, Upper Walmer, 9.30am-11.30am. see Thursday
Drop In Social, Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 10am-11am. see Thursday
Tadpoles Group Meeting, St George's Church extension, High Street, Deal, 11am-1pm. For pregnant parents and parents/carers of pre-walkers. see Thursday
Kingsdown Crafters Weekly Meeting, St John's Church, Kingsdown, 1.30pm-3.30pm. see Thursday
Christmas Fair, Kingsdown and Ringwould Primary School, Glen Road, Kingsdown CT 14 8DD, 3.15pm-5pm. Free admission. facebook
Football Fun and Development, Tides Leisure Centre, Park Avenue, Deal, 5pm-6pm. For 5-12-year-olds. see Thursday
Christmas Sewing Worshop, Workshop on The Strand, 61 The Strand, Walmer, 6pm-8.30pm. facebook
Golf Road Get-together, Community Centre, Golf Road, North Deal, 7pm-9pm. Weekly social evening for everyone in the local area. see Thursday
Bingo Session, St Leonard's Hall, Rectory Road, Upper Deal, doors open 7pm, eyes down 7.45pm see Thursday
Live music: Open Mic', The Port Arms, 10 Beach Street, Deal, 7.30pm. see Thursday
Stand Up at The 'House, The Lighthouse, 50 The Strand, Walmer, 8pm (doors open 7pm). Four comedians - Piere Hollins, Jo Enright, Julia Ekhoff and Kuan Wen - and compere Huw Thomas. Tickets £15. website
 
Friday 12 December
For Live music in local pubs CLICK HERE
Coffee and Chat, Salvation Army, West Street, Deal, 10.30am-12.30pm. Teas, coffees, cool drinks and biscuits. Friendly company and great prices. All welcome. facebook
MiniStrikers/Megastrikers Session, Walmer Parish Hall, 131 Dover Road, Walmer CT14 7JH, 9.45am-10.25am and 10.40am-11.20am. see Friday
Deal and Walmer Chess Club Meeting, The Royal Marines Association Club, 37 The Strand, Walmer, 1pm-4pm. see Friday
Ace Bridge Club Deal Meeting, The Downs Sailing Club, The Strand, Walmer, 1.30pm-4.30pm. see Friday
Winter Lights Lantern Procession, Deal Pier, 5.30pm. A community event to light up the Pier with lanterns and enjoy a performance and sing-along with the Landmark Choir. All welcome. facebook
British Comedy Film Season: The Ruling Class (Peter Medak, 1972), Kent Museum of the Moving Image, Stanhope Road, Deal CT14 6AD, 5.30pm-8.30pm (film starts at 6.30pm). Entry is free with a yearly ticket, (available on the door: £7.50 adult / £6.00 concessions).

 

details/booking:
website
Christmas with Herne Bay Concert Band, St Nicholas Church, London Road, Sholden, 7pm. A Christmas sing-along with traditional carols, mulled wine and mince pies. All welcome. facebook
 
Saturday 13 December
For Live music in local pubs CLICK HERE
Deal General Market, Union Road/Duke Street carpark, Deal, 9am-2pm. see Saturday
Seafront Parkrun, starts on seafront area facing The Beach, Walmer, 9am. see Saturday
Free Park Tennis, Marke Wood Recreation Ground, Dover Road, Walmer, 10am-11am. Learn and play tennis. Booking required. see Saturday
Coffee Morning, Walmer Chapel, Station Road, Upper Walmer, 10am-12noon. see Saturday
Welcome Café, St Saviour's Church, The Strand, Walmer, 10am-12noon. Social hub with free refreshments. All welcome. facebook
The Village Community Market, The Warehouse, Sondes Road, Deal, 10am-4pm. see Saturday
Tots Football Fun, Tides Leisure Centre, Park Avenue, Deal. For 2- to 5-year-olds. Sessions 10.15am-11am and 11am-11.45am. see Saturday
A Kentish Floral Christmas, Village Hall, Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham CT14 9LL, 2pm. A seasonal presentation by Mig Kimpton. Followed by tea and cake. Tickets: £18.50 (includes donation to Macmillan Cancer Support). book tickets:
website
Christmas Carnival Procession, starts from Walmer Green, The Strand, Walmer, 6.15pm. The route from The Strand to Union Road is via Deal Castle, the seafront, King Street and the High Street. website
Carnival Christmas Party, Betteshanger Social Club, Cavell Square, Deal, 7pm-9pm. Awaiting details. website
 
Sunday 14 December
Carol Services 
    NB: listings in grey are subject to confirmation
Children's Carol Service, The Salvation Army Hall, 56 West Street, Deal, 10.30am. website
"Little Lights" Christingle Service, St Richard's Church Centre, Mill Hill, Deal, 10am. Family friendly service, starting with breakfast. website
Christmas Carol Service, St John the Evangelist, Upper Street, Kingsdown, 3pm. facebook
Christmas Carol Service, Walmer Chapel, 30 Station Road, Upper Walmer, 4pm. Followed by a buffet. facebook
Christmas Carol Service (Nine Lessons and Carols), St Saviour’s Church, The Strand, Walmer, 6pm. facebook
Carols by Candlelight, The Salvation Army Hall, 56 West Street, Deal, 6pm. website
Whole Parish Christmas Carol Service (Nine Lessons and Carols), St Leonard's Church, Rectory Road, Upper Deal, 6pm. Plus wine and mince pies. website
Carols by Candlelight #1, St George's Church, High Street, Deal, 7pm. website
For Live music in local pubs CLICK HERE
Junior Parkrun, Betteshanger Country Park, off A258 Deal-Sandwich Road, Sholden, nr Deal, 9am. see Sunday
Deal and District Motor Cycle Club Sunday "Ride Out", outside Tides Leisure Centre, Park Avenue, Deal, 9am for 9.30am set off. see Sunday
Cinque Ports Scooter Club "Ride-out", meet Deal Pier entrance 9.30am, set off 10am. see Sunday
The Royal Ballet and Opera House: The Nutcracker, The Astor Community Theatre, Stanhope Road, Deal, 1.45pm. Tickets: £18. website
Events details More information
Monday 15 December
Scrabble Club, The Deal Centre, 3 Park Street, Deal, 9.45am-11.30am. No need to book; beginners welcome. Free (includes a hot drink). details:
01304 372608
HealthWalk: Betteshanger Village Social Club, off Circular Road, Betteshanger, CT14 0LT, 9.45am for 10am start. Free local walk. Please check. see Monday

Deal Breastfeeding Support Group, St George's Church, High Street, Deal, 1pm-3pm.

see Monday
Bricks and Buddies Club, St Leonard's Social Centre, Rectory Road, Deal CT14 9LU, 2.30pm - 3.15pm. A weekly club for children (ages 2-10). see Monday
Deal and Walmer Handelian Choral Society Rehearsal, Deal Parochial CofE Primary School Hall, Gladstone Road, Walmer, 7.30pm-9pm. see Monday
Bingo Session, Betteshanger Sports and Social Club, Cavell Square, off Mill Hill, Deal, 7.30pm (doors open 6.30pm). see Monday
Bingo Session, St Leonard's Hall, Rectory Road, Upper Deal, doors open 7pm, eyes down 7.45pm. see Monday
 
Tuesday 16 December
Kingsdown Social Group, Kingsdown Village Hall, Upper Street, Kingsdown, 1pm-3pm. All welcome. see Tuesday
Knit One-Chat Too! meeting, Walmer Baptist Church Hall, Kelvedon Road, Walmer, 2pm-4pm. Please check. see Tuesday
Kingpin Crafters Meeting, Kingsdown Golf Club, The Leas, Kingsdown, 2pm-4pm. Craft group. Please check. see Tuesday
Midlife Rovers Walking Football, The Goodwin Academy, Hamilton Road, Deal, 8pm-9pm. Walking- pace football for men. Fee: £3.50. Please check. 07751 767508
facebook
 
Wednesday 17 December
Midday Meetup, Deal Radio, 12noon-2pm. Join Lee Ackers on Deal's local radio station to publicise activities, events and concerns. Listen online. website
Tots Football Fun, Tides Leisure Centre, Park Avenue, Deal, 1.15pm-2pm. For 1- to 4-year-olds. see Wednesday
The Railway Swing Band: Christmas Charity Concert, St George's Church, High Street, Deal, 7.30pm. Always popular, so booking advisable. Tickets £10; reserve by phone and pay the on door - or purchase from Biggs Opticians, 68 High Street, Deal. Proceeds will benefit the Walmer RNLI Lifeboat essential equipment funds. Reserve tickets:
01304 362181
07973 761651
 
Thursday 18 December
Dover District Council Community Roots Van, Union Road carpark, Deal, 9.30am-11.30am. Meet council staff to discuss concerns and learn about local services. details:
website
Tadpoles Group Meeting, St George's Church extension, High Street, Deal, 11am-1pm. For pregnant parents and parents/carers of pre-walkers. see Thursday
Clean Up Crew, Deal Rail Station, 2.30pm. Voluntary litter pick and tidy up in the Station area. New helpers welcome. Meets first and third Thursdays each month.
Football Fun and Development, Tides Leisure Centre, Park Avenue, Deal, 5pm-6pm. For 5-12-year-olds. see Thursday
Deal Folk Club Meeting, St Andrew's Church Hall, West Street, Deal CT14 6DZ, 7pm-10pm. Christmas Singers Night. All are welcome. Admission £3. Sue
01304 360877
website
Deal and District Motorcycle Club Meeting, The Sportsman public house, 23 The Street, Sholden CT14 0AL, 7.30pm. All enthusiasts welcome. Meet on first and third Thursdays of each month. facebook
 
Friday 19 December
For Live music in local pubs CLICK HERE
   
Carol Services 
    NB: listings in grey are subject to confirmation
Carols Around The Tree, The Square, facing The King's Head, Beach Street, Deal, 5pm. Featuring The Rock Choir and Rebecca Robinson. facebook
Carols by Candlelight, St Mary's Church, St Clare Road, Upper Walmer, 7pm. facebook
Carol Service, St Nicholas Church, London Road, Sholden, Deal CT14 0AN, 7.30pm. With Herne Bay Concert Band, followed by wine and mince pies around the Christmas tree. facebook
New! Robin Hood, The Astor Community Theatre, Stanhope Road, Deal. Swashbuckling adventure with Robin Hood the Panto. Performances today at 2pm: tickets: £17.50 and £27.50. Plus a Gala Performance at 7.30pm; tickets from £30. website
British Comedy Film Season: Topsy-Turvy (Mike Leigh, 1999), Kent Museum of the Moving Image, Stanhope Road, Deal CT14 6AD, 5.30pm-8.30pm (film starts at 6.30pm). Entry is free with a yearly ticket, (available on the door: £7.50 adult / £6.00 concessions).

 

details/booking:
website
Deal Pride Drag Bingo, The Royal Hotel, Beach Street, Deal, 7pm for 7.30pm start. Tickets: £10 (+£1.55 online booking fee). details/tickets:
eventbright
 
Saturday 20 December

KCC School Holiday Break
Saturday 20 December - Sunday 4 January 2026 inclusive.
website: www.kent.gov.uk/.../.../term-dates
For Live music in local pubs CLICK HERE
Deal General Market, Union Road/Duke Street carpark, Deal, 9am-2pm. see Saturday
Seafront Parkrun, starts on seafront area facing The Beach, Walmer, 9am. see Saturday
Robin Hood, The Astor Community Theatre, Stanhope Road, Deal. Swashbuckling adventure with Robin Hood the Panto. Performances today at 2pm and 7pm: tickets: £17.50 and £27.50. website
NHS Deal Staff Choir Session, Deal Hospital, London Road, Deal, 2.30pm-3pm, followed by singing Christmas Carols on the wards. New members welcome. facebook
 
Sunday 21 December
For Live music in local pubs CLICK HERE
Winter Solstice. The shortest day of year and official first day of winter.
Carol Services 
    NB: listings in grey are subject to confirmation
Carol Service, Walmer Baptist Church, Kelvedon Road, Walmer CT14 7HX, 10.30am. Theme: "Testimonies of creation of carols". All welcome. facebook
Nativity Service with Carols, Deal Community Church, Deal Welfare Club, Cowdray Square, off Mill Hill, Deal, 10.30am. website
Parish Mass, St Andrew's Church, West Street, Deal, 11am. All welcome. facebook
Christmas Carol Service, Deal Christian Fellowship, 24 Sutherland Road, Deal CT14 9QT, 6pm. website
Carols by Candlelight, Deal Spiritual Centre, 144a Mill Hill, Deal, 6pm-7.30pm. facebook
Traditional Carol Service, St Andrew's Church, West Street, Deal, 6.30pm. All welcome. facebook
Traditional Carol Service, St Nicholas Church , Church Lane, Ringwould, 6.30pm-7.30pm. Followed by mulled wine and mince pies. website
Carol Service, St George's Church, High Street, Deal, 7pm. website
Deal and District Motor Cycle Club Sunday "Ride Out", outside Tides Leisure Centre, Park Avenue, Deal, 9am for 9.30am set off. Please check with organiser. see Sunday
Cinque Ports Scooter Club "Ride-out", meet Deal Pier entrance 9.30am, set off 10am. Please check with organiser. see Sunday
Robin Hood, The Astor Community Theatre, Stanhope Road, Deal. Swashbuckling adventure with Robin Hood the Panto. Performances today at 2pm and 7pm: tickets: £17.50 and £27.50. website
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Monday 22 December
Robin Hood, The Astor Community Theatre, Stanhope Road, Deal. Swashbuckling adventure with Robin Hood the Panto. Performances today at 2pm and 7pm: tickets: £17.50 and £27.50. website
 
Tuesday 23 December
Robin Hood, The Astor Community Theatre, Stanhope Road, Deal. Swashbuckling adventure with Robin Hood the Panto. Performances today at 2pm and 7pm: tickets: £17.50 and £27.50. website
 
Wednesday 24 December
Christmas Eve

Local stores opening times and public services today.
    For details  CLICK HERE 

Christmas Eve Church Services
    NB: listings in grey are subject to confirmation

Christingle Carols, St George's Church, High Street, Deal, 3pm and 5pm. NB: entry only by free ticket. tickets:
website
Christingle Service, St Andrew's Church, West Street, Deal, 4pm. facebook
Christingle Service, St Mary's Church, St Clare Road, Upper Walmer, 4pm. facebook
Christingle Service, St Leonard's Church, Rectory Road, North Deal, 4pm. website
Christingle Service, St Nicholas Church, London Road, Sholden, 4pm. website
Christingle Service, St Martin's Church, Church Close, Great Mongeham CT14 0HL, 4pm. website
Christingle Service, St John's Church, off Upper Street, Kingsdown, 5pm. website
Family Carols, Walmer Baptist Church, Kelvedon Road, Walmer, 6pm. facebook
Christmas Eve Service, Deal Christian Fellowship, 24 Sutherland Road, Deal CT14 9QT, 6pm-7pm. website
Midnight Mass, St Andrew's Church, West Street, Deal, 11pm. website
Midnight Mass, St Mary's Church, St Clare Road, Upper Walmer, 11.30pm-12.30am. facebook
Whole Parish Midnight Mass, St Leonard's Church, Rectory Road, North Deal, 11.30pm. website
Deal Pier opening times today: 8am-5pm. website
Robin Hood, The Astor Community Theatre, Stanhope Road, Deal. Swashbuckling adventure with Robin Hood the Panto. Performances today at 1pm and 5pm: tickets: £17.50 and £27.50. website
 
Thursday 25 December
Christmas Day
Christmas Day Church Services
    NB: listings in grey are subject to confirmation
Quiet Communion, St George's Church, High Street, Deal, 8am. facebook
Holy Communion (Book of Common Prayer), St Leonard's Church, Rectory Road, North Deal, 8am. facebook
Said Communion, 8am and Sung Communion, 9.30am, St Mary's Church, St Clare Road, Upper Walmer. facebook
Family Service with Communion, St Nicholas Church, London Road, Sholden, 9.30am. website
Holy Communion, St John's Church, off Upper Street, Kingsdown, 9.30am. website
Family Celebration, Walmer Baptist Church, Kelvedon Road, Walmer, 10am. facebook
Family Service with Communion, St Martin's Church, Church Close, Great Mongeham CT14 0HL, 10am. website
Holy Communion, St Nicholas Church, Church Lane, Ringwould, 10am. website
Parish Family Mass, St Andrew's Church, West Street, Deal, 10am. website
Family Service with Communion, St Leonard's Church, Rectory Road, North Deal, 10am. website
Family Carols with Communion, St George's Church, High Street, Deal, 10.30am. facebook
Christmas Day Service, Walmer Chapel, 30 Station Road, Upper Walmer, 10.30am. facebook
Christmas Day Service, The Salvation Army Hall, 56 West Street, Deal, 10.30am. Followed by Christmas Day dinner. website
Christmas Day Said Eucharist, St Saviour’s Church, The Strand, Walmer, 11am. website
Deal Pier CLOSED today. See website
 
Friday 26 December
Boxing Day

Local stores opening times and public services today.
    For details  CLICK HERE 
For Live music in local pubs CLICK HERE
Deal Pier opening times today: 8am-4pm. website
NB: listings in grey are subject to confirmation  
Deal Icebreakers Boxing Day Dip, Deal beach (just north of the Pier), 1.30pm-1.45pm. All profits from this annual community event go to local charities and good causes. Entry is £10 on the day; £8 if pre-booked online. Organised by Deal Icebreakers, a collaboration of the Rotary Club of Deal and The Deal Pirates. details and entry:
website
Robin Hood, The Astor Community Theatre, Stanhope Road, Deal. Swashbuckling adventure with Robin Hood the Panto. Performances today at 1pm and 5pm: tickets: £17.50 and £27.50. website
 
Saturday 27 December
For Live music in local pubs CLICK HERE
Deal Pier opening times today: 8am-8pm. website
Seafront Parkrun, starts on seafront area facing The Beach, Walmer, 9am. see Saturday
Coffee Morning, Walmer Chapel, 30 Station Road, Upper Walmer, 10am-12noon. see Saturday
Robin Hood, The Astor Community Theatre, Stanhope Road, Deal. Swashbuckling adventure with Robin Hood the Panto. Performances today at 2pm and 7pm: tickets: £17.50 and £27.50. website
 
Sunday 28 December
For Live music in local pubs CLICK HERE
Deal Pier opening times today: 8am-6pm. website
NB: listings in grey are subject to confirmation  
United Cornilo Churches Christmas Service, St John's Church, off Upper Street, Kingsdown, 10am. website
Christmas Worship , Walmer Baptist Church, Kelvedon Road, Walmer, 10.30am. facebook
Robin Hood, The Astor Community Theatre, Stanhope Road, Deal. Swashbuckling adventure with Robin Hood the Panto. Performances today at 1pm and 5pm: tickets: £17.50 and £27.50. website
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Monday 29 December
Deal Pier opening times today: 8am-6pm. website
Robin Hood, The Astor Community Theatre, Stanhope Road, Deal. Swashbuckling adventure with Robin Hood the Panto. Performances today at 2pm and 7pm: tickets: £17.50 and £27.50. website
 
Tuesday 30 December
Deal Pier opening times today: 8am-6pm. website
Robin Hood, The Astor Community Theatre, Stanhope Road, Deal. Swashbuckling adventure with Robin Hood the Panto. Performances today at 2pm and 7pm: tickets: £17.50 and £27.50. website
 
Wednesday 31 December
New Year's Eve

Local stores opening times and public services today.
    For details  CLICK HERE 
Deal Pier opening times today: 8am-6pm. website

Timeball Drop at the Timeball Tower Museum, Victoria Parade, Deal, 12midnight.

01304 368255
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Fireworks Display, near The Pier, Deal Seafront, 12midnight (weather conditions permitting).  


   
 
Regular Weekly Events in detail
Every Monday
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HealthWalk: from Betteshanger Village Social Club, off Circular Road, Betteshanger, CT14 0LT, 9.45am for 10am start; duration 90mins. Free local walk - ideal those who wish to be more active. No need to book, just turn up. Chris
07866 132928
website

Deal Breastfeeding Support Group, St George's Church, St George's Road, Deal, 1pm-3pm. Social group for breastfeeding mums; prams and toddlers welcome. £1.50. Normally do not meet on bank holiday Mondays.

 0300 1000212

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The Craft Hub Club, The Deal Centre, Park Street, Deal, 1.30pm-3.30pm. Weekly social group for skilled and novice crafters. Fee: £2 (includes refreshments). Karen Pattison
07958 518424
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Badminton. Friendly fitness and lighthearted games. Walmer Baptist Church, Dover Road, Walmer, 2pm-4pm. £1.50 per session.

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Bricks and Buddies Club, St Leonard's Social Centre, Rectory Road, Deal CT14 9LU, 2.30pm - 3.15pm. A weekly club for children (ages 2-10) to build, play and socialise through the joy of LEGO® and DUPLO®. Fee: £4 per family (up to 4 attendees). Booking required. details/booking:
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Feel Good Yoga, Kingsdown Village Hall, The Street, Kingsdown, 6pm-7pm. A weekly friendly and fun yoga session with Caroline. Booking required. Every Monday. details/booking:
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Deal and Walmer Handelian Choral Society Rehearsal, Deal Parochial CofE Primary School Hall, Gladstone Road, Walmer, 7.30pm-9pm. New members welcome. Carol

07948 010896
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Bingo Session, Betteshanger Sports and Social Club, Cavell Square, off Mill Hill, Deal, 7.30pm (doors open 6.30pm). Fourteen games; six books £12; correct money please to keep the handling to a minimum. Admission £1. Every Monday and Friday. facebook
Give It A Go Bingo, St Leonard's Hall, Rectory Road, Upper Deal, eyes down 7.45pm, doors open 7pm. Entrance: 30p per player; bingo books (12 games and 4 flyers) £12. All welcome. Every Monday and Thursday. facebook
Every Tuesday
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Trinity Toddlers Group, Trinity Church (Wesley Hall), Union Road, Deal, 9.30am-11.30am. Playgroup for pre-school children and their parents and carers; meets on Tuesdays during term-time. facebook
Kingsdown Social Group, Kingsdown Village Hall, Upper Street, Kingsdown, 2pm-4pm (March to September); 1pm-3pm (October to February). A weekly social group, open to all. Fee: £3 per person (to help cover refreshments and hall hire). Jane Banks
01304 373774
07532 109972
Knit One-Chat Too! Meeting, Walmer Baptist Church Hall, Kelvedon Road, Walmer CT14 7HX, 2pm-4pm. A group who knit and crochet, raising funds for local charities. website
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Kingpin Crafters Meeting, Kingsdown Golf Club, The Leas, Kingsdown, 2pm-4pm. Craft group; meets weekly; new members welcome. Masheeda Downing
07542 554297
Deal Music and Arts Music Centre, Goodwin Academy, Hamilton Road, Deal. Weekly sessions (during school term) for a range of musical interests and abilities.
5pm-6pm: Youth Band (age 8yrs+);
6.30pm-8pm: Community Band (age 12yrs+).		 Cathy
07927 781536

website
Walmer Badminton Club, Walmer Parish Hall, Dover Road, Walmer, 7.45pm-9.15pm. Meets Tuesdays and Fridays. Friendly club - for all abilities. Simon Read
01304 366605
Every Wednesday
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Moo Music Deal and Dover, Betteshanger Sports and Social Club, Cavell Square, Deal CT14 9HR. Parent and baby/toddler music session. Fun singing, moving and playing instruments. Sessions: Mini Moo (for those walking to 5 yrs or siblings), 9.30am-10.10am; and Baby Moo (for newborn - just walking) 11am-11.40am. Meet Wednesdays during term time. 07398 147736
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Tots Football Fun, Tides Leisure Centre, Park Avenue, Deal, 1.15pm-2pm. Football activities for 18month-5year-old boys and girls. Sessions weekly during term-times. Free taster sessions available. Booking required. website
JFit Fitness Class, Walmer Parish Hall, Dover Road, Walmer 6pm-6.45pm. Suitable for all fitness levels with a qualified and experienced personal trainer and group exercise instructor. Limited places; booking required. Jamie Fulbrook
07796 691859

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Adult Tap Dance Class, The Landmark Centre, High Street, Deal, 6.30pm-7.30pm. Weekly class. Learn tap moves, rhythms and exercises that progress to fun routines in a relaxed, friendly class. Perfect for newcomers or those wishing to improve. Fee: £8 per session. website
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Deal Photographers Meeting, Deal Walmer Kingsdown Rowing Club, The Marina, Deal CT14 6NG, 7pm for 7.30pm start. Meet weekly throughout the year - except for the months of July and August. New members welcome. website
 
Every Thursday
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Walmer Mothers and Toddlers' Group, Walmer Chapel, Station Road, Walmer, 9.30am-11.30am. Meets Thursdays (during school term). website
"Drop In" Social, The Parish Hall, 170 Mongeham Road, Great Mongeham, 10am-11am. Regular long-established weekly event. All welcome. Patricia Bradford
01304 364769
Tadpoles Group Meeting, St George's Church extension, High Street, Deal, 11am-1pm. Social and support group for pregnant parents and parents/carers of pre-walkers. Sensory toys and soft, safe spaces for babies. Free entry - with tea, coffee and cake provided. Meetings continue through school holidays. All welcome. facebook
Tea and Chat Social, St Nicholas Church, Church Lane, Ringwould, 2pm-3.30pm. Meets on first Thursday of each month. 01304 373951
Football Fun and Development, Tides Leisure Centre, Park Avenue, Deal, 5pm-6pm (term time only). Weekly sessions that focus on technical training, fun games and matches. Open to boys and girls, ages 5-12years and of any ability or experience level. website
Golf Road Get-together, Community Centre, Golf Road, North Deal, 7pm-9pm. Weekly social evening for everyone in the local area. 01304 239199
facebook
Adult Tap Dance Class, Walmer Parish Hall, Dover Road, Walmer, 7.30pm. Weekly classes; all levels welcome. Jan Clark
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Live music: Open Mic', The Port Arms, 10 Beach Street, Deal, 7.30pm. All musical styles welcome; solos, duos or bands; beginners or accomplished. Free entry. Every Thursday. facebook
Give It A Go Bingo, St Leonard's Hall, Rectory Road, Upper Deal, eyes down 7.45pm, doors open 7pm. All welcome. Every Monday and Thursday. facebook
Every Friday
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MiniStrikers/Megastrikers Session, Walmer Parish Hall, 131 Dover Road, Walmer CT14 7JH. Session #1:10.10am-10.55am.
Session #2: 11.10am-11.55am.
Weekly football-themed classes for 2- to 4-year-olds. Monthly subscription fee. Booking required. 		website
Froglets Play Group, St Richard's Church, Mill Hill, Deal, 10am-12noon (term time). A play group for 0 to 5-year-olds and their parents/carers. Tea, coffee, juice and biscuits provided. Fee: £1 per family. facebook
Coffee and Chat, Salvation Army, West Street, Deal, 10.30am-12.30pm. Teas, coffees, cool drinks and biscuits. Friendly company and great prices. All welcome. facebook
Deal and Walmer Chess Club Meeting, The Royal Marines Association Club, 37 The Strand, Walmer, 1.30pm-4pm. New members and beginners welcome. Michael Burney
07796 237783
Ace Bridge Club Deal Meeting, The Downs Sailing Club, The Strand, Walmer, 1.30pm-4.30pm. Duplicate Bridge. New members welcome; see website for details. website
Landmark Show Choir Meeting, The Landmark Centre (Cleary Room), 129 High Street, Deal, 6pm-7.30pm. Maddie Cordes
07714 433649
Bingo Session, Betteshanger Sports and Social Club, Cavell Square, off Mill Hill, Deal, 7.30pm (doors open 6.30pm). Every Monday and Friday. facebook
Walmer Badminton Club, Walmer Parish Hall, Dover Road, Walmer, 7.45pm-9.15pm. Meets Tuesdays and Fridays. Friendly club - for all abilities. Simon Read
01304 366605
Every Saturday
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Deal General Market, Union Road/Duke Street carpark, Deal, 8am-2pm (April to October); 9am-2pm (November to March). Market Officer
07877 806870
website
Seafront Parkrun, starts on seafront area facing The Beach, Walmer, 9am. A 5km community timed run along the seafront to Deal Pier, back to Walmer Castle and returning to The Beach. Free and open to all - for fun or as part of a training plan. details/registration:
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Free Park Tennis, Marke Wood Recreation Ground, Dover Road, Walmer, 10am-11am. A free weekly opportunity to learn and play tennis. Suitable all abilities; all necessary equipment provided. For full details and to book places see website. website
Welcome Café, St Saviour's Church, The Strand, Walmer, 10am-12noon. Social hub with free refreshments. All welcome. facebook
Coffee Morning, Walmer Chapel, Station Road, Upper Walmer, 10am-12noon. All welcome. 01304 268847
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The Village Community Market, The Warehouse, Sondes Road, Deal, 10am-4pm. An indoor market with over 26 stalls offering a range of goods including florist, cakes, upholstery and vintage clothing. facebook
Tots Football Fun, Tides Leisure Centre, Park Avenue, Deal. Football activities for for 2- to 5-year-old boys and girls. Sessions at 10.15am-11am and 11am-11.45am (weekly during term-times). Free taster sessions available. Booking required. website
Guided Tour: Deal Castle, Marine Road, Deal, 11am or 2pm (times may vary; please see listing for the day you are visiting). Discover the Castle's history and secrets. Deal Castle admission prices can be seen at: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/deal-castle/prices-and-opening-times/. 01304 372762
 
Every Sunday
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Junior Parkrun, Betteshanger Country Park, off A258 Deal-Sandwich Road, Sholden, nr Deal, 9am. A 2k timed run for juniors only (4-14 year olds); every Sunday. Free - but registration required. details/registration:
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Deal and District Motor Cycle Club Sunday "Ride Out", meet outside Tides Leisure Centre, Park Avenue, Deal CT14 9UU, 9am for 9.30am set off. facebook
Cinque Ports Scooter Club Weekly "Ride-out", meet Deal Pier entrance 9.30am, set off 10am. New members welcome. facebook

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