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"The most flexible venue in Kent" providing space for meetings and events small or large.

30/10/2026

🍎🍐 The National Fruit Show 2026 is almost here!

Celebrating the very best of British fruit growing, the National Fruit Show returns to Kent this November!

Bringing together growers, suppliers and industry professionals from across the UK, the event showcases innovation, expertise and the incredible produce our British growers have to offer.

From impressive fruit displays and competitions to the latest industry developments, it's a fantastic opportunity to connect, discover and celebrate British horticulture! 🌱

📅 Wednesday 4th November 2026
🕘 9am – 5pm
📍 Kent Event Centre & Showground, Detling
🎟️ FREE entry – registration required

28/10/2026

🏺✨ CALLING ALL ANTIQUE LOVERS & VINTAGE ENTHUSIASTS!

The Detling Antiques & Vintage Fair is returning to the Kent Event Centre, and you won't want to miss it! 🤩

Taking place across two days, this fantastic event brings together up to 400 indoor and outdoor stalls, packed with unique finds, hidden treasures and one-of-a-kind pieces!

From vintage clothing and jewellery to antique furniture, collectables, silverware and so much more, there's something for everyone to discover! 🛍️

📅 Saturday 31st October & Sunday 1st November 2026
📍 Kent Event Centre, Detling Showground
🚗 FREE parking available
🐶 Dogs welcome on leads

🎟️ Entry from £5, with accompanied under-16s entering FREE! Please remember that entry is cash only.

Whether you're a seasoned collector or simply love a good browse, come along and see what treasures you can uncover!

27/10/2026

🏎️ Calling all car enthusiasts!

From timeless classics to modern supercars, there's nothing quite like the atmosphere of a great car show! 🚗

At Kent Event Centre, we're proud to provide the space for some incredible automotive events, bringing together passionate collectors, enthusiasts and exhibitors under one roof.

With spacious indoor exhibition halls and extensive outdoor areas, our venue is perfectly equipped to host everything from specialist car meets to large-scale motoring exhibitions.

🏁 Discover more about car shows in Kent and what makes our venue the perfect setting!

🔗 https://kenteventcentre.co.uk/2026/10/22/car-shows-kent/

23/10/2026

👋 MEET THE TEAM – SAY HELLO TO DAISY! 🌟

Daisy joined the Kent Event Centre team in February as our Senior Events Co-ordinator and has been helping bring our clients' events to life ever since! 🎉

From the very first enquiry right through to the big day itself, Daisy works closely with our clients to ensure every detail is taken care of and everything runs as smoothly as possible.

Whether it's answering questions, coordinating plans or offering a helping hand on event day, Daisy is always there to provide support and make every event a success! 🙌

We're delighted to have her as part of the team! ❤️

22/10/2026

🚨 NOTICE OF EVENT CANCELLATION🚨

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Haunted Comedy Mansion event due to take place at the Kent Event Centre tomorrow evening has been cancelled by the event organiser.

Ticket refunds have been issued by the organiser, if you had pre-booked tickets, please check the email address you booked through for more information.

If you have any further questions, please contact the event organiser directly via the link below:
🔗 https://thecomedymansion.com/contact/

22/10/2026

🏨 Making a weekend of it? Stay a little longer! ✨

Travelling from further afield for an event at the Kent Event Centre? Why not make the most of your visit with an overnight stay?

Whether you're attending an exhibition, enjoying a live show or visiting one of our exciting events, there are plenty of fantastic accommodation options nearby!

From charming countryside stays to comfortable hotels, there's something to suit every visitor, including:

🛏️ The Orida Hotel
🛏️ The Black Horse Inn
🛏️ Village Hotel Maidstone
🛏️ Premier Inn Sandling

And with the beautiful Kent countryside, local attractions and fantastic places to eat right on our doorstep, why not turn your visit into a little getaway? 🌳

📍 Planning your visit? Head to the Where to Stay section on our website to explore nearby accommodation and find the perfect place to rest your head!

🌐 www.kenteventcentre.co.uk

21/10/2026

Just ONE MONTH to go! 🤩🎄

We can't wait for the return of the Kent Festive Gift & Food Show here at the Kent Event Centre!

Join us from the 20th-22nd November for festive food, retail therapy and lots, lots more!

15/10/2026

👋 Meet the Team – Say Hello to Mia! 💙

Today, we're introducing Mia, our fantastic Events Coordinator here at Kent Event Centre! 🎉

Mia joined our team at the start of this year and has quickly become an important part of making our events a success.

Working closely with both clients and suppliers, Mia helps coordinate bookings, manage event arrangements and ensure everything runs as smoothly as possible.

From the initial planning stages through to event day, she's on hand to support our clients and help bring their events to life! ✨

👏 We're delighted to have Mia as part of the Kent Event Centre team!

Planning an event? Our friendly team is here to help!

📞01622 630975
✉️[email protected]

14/10/2026

💍 THIS SUNDAY! The Kent Wedding Show is coming to Kent Event Centre! ✨

Planning your big day? This Sunday, The Kent Wedding Show returns to Detling, bringing a fantastic selection of wedding suppliers and specialists together under one roof.

Whether you’re searching for inspiration, putting the finishing touches to your plans or looking for the perfect suppliers, it’s the ideal place to bring your wedding ideas to life. ❤️

👰 200 exhibitor capacity
✨ Suppliers for a range of styles & budgets
👗 Catwalk shows at 12:15pm & 1:45pm
🎟️ FREE entry
🕥 10:30am – 3pm

📅 THIS SUNDAY – 18th October 2026
📍 Kent Event Centre, Detling, Maidstone

We’ll see you there! 💍✨

Address

Kent Showground
Maidstone
ME143JF

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Website

http://www.kenteventcentre.co.uk/

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