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National Curry Week 2022

5th October 2022

Whether you head out to a local restaurant or cook up a storm at home, pass the poppadom and enjoy some delicious food that is second to naan!

Stoptober 2022

27th September 2022

Smokers in England are being urged to stub out the habit as part of the annual Stoptober public health campaign.

Free Flu Vaccines

21st September 2022

Those that are eligible for free flu vaccines are being urged to book their appointment as soon as possible.

Macmillan’s World’s Biggest Coffee Morning

5th September 2022

Macmillan’s World’s Biggest Coffee Morning is an annual event dedicated to bringing people together over a cuppa to raise vital funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.

Sourdough September

31st August 2022

Since 2013, Sourdough September has been on a mission to spread the word of the wonders of sourdough bread.

National Dog Day 2022

23rd August 2022

For most dog-owners every day is Dog Day, but this dedicated occasion provides even further reason to celebrate man’s best friend!

World Photography Day 2022

18th August 2022

World Photography Day 2022; a time for professionals and amateurs to celebrate their appreciation of and passion for photography.

Afternoon Tea Week 2022

10th August 2022

It is the time to celebrate this quintessentially British tradition with a host of events around the UK, new launches, themed teas, offers, tea tastings and much more.

Lasagne Day 2022

26th July 2022

Friday 29th July is Lasagne Day! This annual celebration focusses on the Italian dish that is described as “nature’s most perfect food” by Garfield the cartoon cat.

Plastic Free July® 2022

29th June 2022

Plastic Free July®, the global social movement that helps people be part of the solution to the problem of plastic.

Father’s Day at The Pantiles

15th June 2022

Father’s Day is commemorated on the third Sunday of June in the UK, and is a day to honour fathers and father figures.

World Gin Day

8th June 2022

World Gin Day, a global celebration of all things gin! The idea of the awareness day is simple – celebrate and enjoy the popular juniper spirit.

Food Vouchers for Kent Children

24th May 2022

As the current cost of living crisis begins to bite even further into family budgets, Kent County Council has announced the availability of food vouchers for Kent children, providing targeted support for some of the most vulnerable.

Dogs Help Boost Mental Wellbeing

17th May 2022

Research from The Kennel Club shows that dogs help boost mental wellbeing.

World Cocktail Day

10th May 2022

People across the globe will be cracking open the cocktail cabinet and raising a toast to World Cocktail Day.

May Measurement Month 2022

4th May 2022

May Measurement Month (MMM) is the mass synchronised global blood pressure screening campaign conceived in 2017.

Allergy Awareness Week 2022

20th April 2022

This week is Allergy Awareness Week, and did you know that the bedroom is the most allergic room in the house?

Easter 2022

13th April 2022

With plenty of mouth-watering meal options in our cafes and restaurants over the Easter break, celebrating in style is a cinch!

Stress Awareness Month 2022

29th March 2022

For the past 30 years, health care professionals and wellbeing experts across the UK have joined forces each April to increase the public’s awareness of the causes and cures for stress.

National Proposal Day

15th March 2022

National Proposal Day is celebrated on 20th March each year, in correlation with the Spring Equinox.

National Bed Month 2022

9th March 2022

This awareness event helps people think about the importance of a comfortable, supportive bed and the part it plays in achieving a good night’s sleep.

Pancake Day 2022

23rd February 2022

The perfect opportunity to dig out your mixing bowl, whisk and frying pan to whip up a feast for the whole family.

Crufts 2022

16th February 2022

Dog lovers the world over will rejoice in the return of Crufts this year, following the cancellation of the show in 2021 due to the pandemic.

Valentine’s Day 2022

9th February 2022

With the clock ticking down to Valentine’s Day, it’s time to find the right gifts and goodies to sweep that special someone off their feet.

Hot Breakfast Month

1st February 2022

Whilst we are edging toward Spring, February is usually a chilly month. With this in mind, February is Hot Breakfast Month!

Walk Your Dog Month

18th January 2022

January is Walk Your Dog Month. With benefits for both you and your dog(s), this awareness month is the opportunity to shrug off any January blues, get socialising and improve your dog’s wellbeing as well as your own!

Veganuary 2022

11th January 2022

From a laptop in a Yorkshire kitchen to a perennial thorn in Piers Morgan’s side, Veganuary’s global success shows the plant-based revolution is unstoppable!

Dry January

6th January 2022

Approximately 6.5 million people participated in Dry January last year, up from 3.9 million in 2020.

Gingerbread Decorating Day

8th December 2021

On Sunday 12th December it is Gingerbread Decorating Day. This annual occasion is marked by children and adults alike, unleashing hidden artists whilst enjoying a traditional sweet treat.

A Vegan or Vegetarian Christmas

30th November 2021

This Christmas, 20% of people in the UK will be opting for vegan or vegetarian fare according to a recent poll conducted by the food delivery platform Deliveroo.

Black Friday 2021

25th November 2021

Originating in America, Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving and marks the start of the holiday shopping season.

Poggenpohl at The Pantiles

17th November 2021

Poggenpohl are the inventors of the modern kitchen and the leading brand for luxury kitchen architecture.

Movember and Men’s Health

9th November 2021

Movember is an annual event involving the growing of moustaches during the month of November to raise awareness of men's health issues.

International Stout Day

3rd November 2021

Celebrations will be taking place in homes, pubs, bars, restaurants and breweries to raise awareness of this delicious brew.

Happy Hounds at Halloween

26th October 2021

From pumpkin carving to spinning scary yarns and creepy costumes to trick-or-treating, Halloween is a fun occasion for children and adults.

Eco-friendly Halloween

20th October 2021

Halloween, also known as All Hallows’ Eve or All Saints’ Eve, originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain and is now observed in many countries on 31st October.