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Spirit of Tenterden
FOOD, DRINK & MUSIC FESTIVAL

Friday 4 July - Sunday 6 July 2025
Tenterden Recreation Ground
Come along for some festival fun - live music, street food, real ale festival, bar, cider, wine, lager, cocktails,
artisan/creative makers, crafts stalls, local food & producers, festival shopping, tea, coffee & cakes, soft drinks , ice cream
arena displays, fun dog show, children's entertainment, community stalls
A festival run by the community for the community - not for profit
Friday, 3pm-10pm; Saturday, 10am-10pm; Sunday, 11am-5pm
FREE ENTRY TO THE FESTIVAL

SPIRIT OF TENTERDEN CIC (COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY)

THE SPIRIT OF TENTERDEN FESTIVAL
4-6 July 2025

2025 stallholders

SPIRIT OF TENTERDEN FESTIVAL

2025 list of stallholders

WHO CAME TO THE 2024 FESTIVAL?

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ENTERTAINERS
BRISSENDEN TRUST. Thank you for sponsoring the children's entertainment: Dizzy O'Dare (the Giant Balloon Show), Hodman & Sally (walkabout entertainment), Jason Maverick (award winning entertainer), and Shed of Stories (storytelling for children)
DIZZY O'DARE. The Giant Balloon Show will have the audience in stitches and in awe simultaneously. Expect balloon sculptures, an 80s soundtrack, high energy comic performance and of course the all important giant balloon! 
HODMAN AND SALLY. Hodman Dodmanott and Sally Forth. The delightfully naïve Hodman and Sally are two tiny adventuring puppets with huge backpacks, setting out in their twilight years to traverse the globe and meet as many people as possible, telling their tales of wonder and charming children along the way
JASON MAVERICK SOLO SHOW. High energy street performer Jason Maverick has a knack for captivating audiences of all ages. Youngsters will be in giggles as he juggles, mimes and throws in a bit of skilled robotic dancing to a pumping soundtrack. Jason has some quirky tricks all his own, such as a sink plunger on his head with an audience member throwing hoops onto it. He’s your man for a slick, professional routine combining traditional street performance with original ideas. Performance times at the festival: Saturday 6 July: 1pm and 3pm in the arena, with a walkabout at 2pm
SHED OF STORIES. Stories (classic tales as well as new writing and even improvised stories) are told by performers both inside and outside the shed at various intervals throughout the day. Between story times the shed becomes a pop-up library where children and families can read together. There is also be a small writing desk with paper and pencils where older children can pen their next masterpiece

DANCE DISPLAYS
Performances in the Display Arena
BALLROOM GLAMOUR. We offer dance classes in Ballroom, Latin, Argentine Tango and Salsa in Hastings and Rolvenden
BROOKES DANCE ACADEMY.  Brookes Dance Academy brings you a fantastic selection of performances including Classical Ballet, Acro, Contemporary, Modern and Singing. Our students performing today range from 2 - 18 years old. At Brookes Dance Academy we are passionate about providing the highest quality dance teaching, inspiring and nurturing through encouragement and positivity.
CRYSTAL CREATIVE ARTS. Salsa demonstrations from students of Crystal Creative Arts
DNC ACADEMY.  Offering dance classes for children ages 4 to 18
KM DANCE. KM Dance offers classes in contemporary dance, jazz and tap for ages from 5 years to adults, in the Folkestone and Hythe area

FESTIVAL STALLHOLDERS
ALLURA CRAFT. Lightweight, unique Polymer clay earrings with accents of acrylic, pearls, wood. Yarn woven necklaces. Rope knotted necklaces
ARTISAN WOOD CREATIONS. Recycled wooden creations handmade by local craftsman enhanced by natural materials, boards, platters, lamps, mirror plaques
ARTY BEE DESIGNS. Bethany Longhurst - Artist, greeting cards, stationery, gift wrap, homeware, gifts
BABY ADORE. Hand crocheted baby clothes
BUTTERNUT BOX. A fresh take on dog food
CAMPER CATERING - PIMMS & PROSECCO. Freshly made Pimms and chilled glasses of Prosecco! plus Aperol Spritz
CAMPER CATERING. Pan Fried Chicken escalope in brioche, Gourmet burgers, Posh Dogs, tasty bacon baps, yummy halloumi brioche buns, spicy vegan crunch in brioche
CANDLE WISE. Discover Candle Wise, a passion-fuelled, multi-award-winning brand from Benenden, Kent. Our creations transcend the ordinary, offering a sensory journey through captivating scents. Handcrafted with pride, our range includes candles, diffusers, melts, aroma sachets, and incenses, meticulously crafted to elevate your senses and transform your everyday into an extraordinary adventure
CANTERLEY PUBLISHING. Heritage and local-interest books about Tenterden and surrounding villages
CANYERO. Flavoured rum
CHIN CHIN COCKTAIL BAR. Bringing the wow factor to the festival - cocktails & more
COUNTRY CLOBBER. Country Clobber & Old English Tools. A wide selection of one off individual quirky items, salvage and unusual things. Rustic, recycled, quirky, reclaimed and unusual
CROSSOVER RECORDS.  Buying & selling Records, CDs & Signs
DEBORAH WOODWARD. Handmade painted floral art on canvas, watercolour animal paintings, prints, cards, coasters, unique hand designs of fabrics &more
DOWNLAND ORIGINALS. Handmade quilts / throws, bunting, advent calendars, tableware, rope bowls, bags, cork wallets
EMPORIUM. Selection of Italian and Thai cotton and linen clothing, handmade sandals, handmade cotton and crystal jewellery
FLIPNTOZE. Hand embellished flipflop straps and beautiful hand made jewellery
FLORI'S FRIENDS RESCUE. We are a specialist rehabilitation centre for disabled and mobility impaired animals. We also rescue hundreds of able-bodied animals and are a much needed lifeline for abused and neglected animals across the UK and Europe. We offer them hope; alongside a happy, healthy and safe future, thanks to our amazing network of adopters and supporters.
FORAGERS. Foragers Cordials - local, homemade cordials and soft drinks
FURNITURE IN COLOUR. Beautiful painted furniture and home decor from Marine Brissenden based in Shadoxhurst, Kent. Comissions taken, ask for a free estimate. Marine says "I was born and grew up in France, and have now been living in the UK for the last 8 years. I fell in love with England whilst what was supposed to be a simple visit and I never left... As long as I can remember, I’ve always loved doing Art and Craft, getting my hands messy and my head filled with wonderful ideas, so it goes without saying that creating beautiful home decor is my element and where I’m most content. I thoroughly enjoy sourcing sad, old looking, and no longer loved pieces, see their potential, and turn them into what they deserve to be."
GOLDEN MOON BODY ART. Temporary festival henna, jagua tattoos, glitter make up, festival face painting (eye designs), hair feathers, hair wraps. All by artist Charlotte Gilham
HAMILTON FOR HOME. British made, countryside inspired homewares and gifting
HANDMADE BY AUSRA. All by Ausra Lunskyte - soft handmade toys from yarn, key chains from plywood with laser cutter, bracelet, hair clips, hair bands
JADES SWEETBAKES. Brownies, blondies, cookie pies, cold drinks
J&B'S BARKERY. Handmade, artisan dog treats, fresh & natural ingredients, dog accessories, dog bowls, jars & more
JANE WALSH CERAMICS. Based in Hooe, near Battle in East Sussex, Jane has developed her own style of ceramics, often decorated with her own glazes. Living near the sea, I find the my work is always influenced by the colours and surroundings
KENT GREYHOUND RESCUE. Kent Greyhound Rescue is a registered charity based Kent, UK. Since starting in 2008 we have grown to become one of the most successful rescue and rehoming charity oganisations in the UK focused on greyhounds, lurchers, whippets and other sighthounds as well as an occasional mongrel
KHAO’S THAI STREET FOOD. Authentic Thai meals to order as you like it. We will be using green friendly trays / boxes and cutlery at  the festival. Example menu: Fried rice chicken and prawn, Sirloin beef stir fry and rice, Chicken chow mein noodles, Chilli chicken and rice, Prawn pad thai noodles, Pork basil stir fry and rice, Sweet and sour chicken with rice, Black bean chicken and rice, Cashew nut chicken and rice
KITCHEN OF THE OLD DRAGON. Handmade jams and preserves local honey and waxed cheeses to complement our chutneys
KORKO. Taste Exquisite Africa range of delicious juice drinks created from a unique blend of flavours. Pineapple drink, Ginger and Lemon drink, Root Ginger drink. Vegan friendly, perfect for mixers, or delicious just on their own!! Alcohol free
KOTINOS FOODS. Greek & Turkish Baklava, turkish delights, sweet & savoury nuts, and marinated olives
LITTLE SEASIDE GALLERY. Original oil and watercolour paintings
LIZA TOWNSEND. Handmade stained glass cornucopia of light catchers, stained glass panels, garden glass
MARTELL DESIGNS BY ALEX. Embroidered children's clothing & embroidered mini back packs, baseball and bucket hats, hooded baby towels, aprons, lite weight baby blankets, baby comforter blankets
MEGA MONSTER WRAPS. Sticky Korean wraps, Greek gyros wraps, Mexican carnitas wraps, Steak and cheese wrap, Skin on fries, Soft drinks
MIGHTY SPICE. Indian spice mixes containing 25-30 natural ingredients to cook Indian curries,. Our aim is to get convenience in the kitchen without compromising on taste
MOUSIE MURRAY SPOON JEWELLERY. Gorgeous hand crafted Sterling Silver jewellery from spoons and other various items of flatware including rings, pendants, bracelets and earrings
MRS MCGOO SCOTTISH TABLET. Homemade Scottish Tablet in various flavours and Homemade Coconut Ice
NUTTERS BUTTERS. Nut butters, peanut butter, using organic nuts, with no added sugar or palm oil. Almond, peanut and cashew in smooth or crunchy
OLD DAIRY TAPROOM. Handmade pizzas from the Tap Pizza Van plus two cold beers on tap! Fresh dough made daily
PAULA HANDMADE SOAPS. Handmade soaps, bath bombs, wax melts
POSH STUFF. Gorgeous Italian Leather Handbags and matching straps. Unique Oilcloth vegan friendly bags made in Wales. Leather Purses and Accessories
REBEKKI & ROSE. Ladies fashion and accessories and handmade baskets
ROGER HILLS WOODTURNING (inc. Three Generations Crafts). Roger Hills Woodturning - Master Craftsman. Woodturning demonstrations. Handmade/turned wooden items. Paper, card, and woollen goods
ROMNEY MARSH WOOLS. British made wool products created using the fleeces from our own flock of Romney ewes
ROYAL BRITISH LEGION. (Sunday only)
RUGSY LUGSY. We are passionate about reclaimed wood and use it to handcraft beautiful items for the home or to give as gifts.
RUSTIC BADGER UPCYCLE. Upcycled whisky barrel items. Creating new from old. Giving aged oak whisky barrels a new life. Transforming the normal into something interesting. Each creation is different from the next
SIMPLY ICE CREAM. Simply Ice Cream was declared “The best bought ice cream available” by James Martin of Saturday Kitchen and  we wholeheartedly agree! We think everyone should try it! Hand made in the heart of Kent using fresh fruits and top quality ingredients, it doesn’t get much better that this. Simply Indulgent, truly heavenly. Winner of 34 Gold Great Taste Awards
SMOKE-LAS Smoked beef brisket and belly pork low and slow for 16 and 5 hours respectively, with a soft brioche bun, cajun slaw, Asian salad, smoked mac 'n' cheese
SPIRIT OF TENTERDEN FESTIVAL TENT. Somewhere for you to sit. A great view from the festival tent over to the display arena one way and the stage the other way
SUGANDHA LUXURY FRAGRANCE. Alcohol free, paraben free, cruelty free perfume oils. Handrolled Indian incense. Feminine, Unisex and Masculine collections you’re guaranteed to find something to fall in love with
TENTERDEN COUNSELLING SERVICE. Find out about the counselling service at the festival. Saturday only
TENTERDEN MENS SHED. A community space for men to connect, converse and create. Wooden items for sale. Helping the community wherever they can (Sunday only)
TENTERDEN & DISTRICT MUSEUM. Local history books on sale, find out about the Museum, children's activites and some Museum exhibits on display
TENTERDEN OPERATIC & DRAMATIC SOCIETY (TODS). An amateur dramatic society based in Tenterden with a reputation for high-quality productions. New members are always very welcome - whether to act, sing, dance or help out backstage. Please contact us if you'd like to be involved! Coming up soon 8th August - our Ladies' Day fundraiser at Highbury Hall, Tenterden, and 11th September - Musical Theatre open mic night at the Old Dairy Taproom, Tenterden
THE BROOKLYN DELI. Brooklyn style street food. Fabulous hot dog and burger menu. The Brooklyn Bridge Burger: A 6oz Seasoned Burger in a Brioch Bun With American Mustard, Ketchup, Pickles, Lettuce, Tomato and a Nacho Cheese Sauce. Downtown Dawg: A Jumbo Beachwood Smoked Brooklyn Hot Dog in a Ciabatta Roll Smothered in American Mustard, Tomato Ketchup and Crispy Onions. Loaded Downtown Dawg: The Downtown Dawg Smothered in Nacho Cheese Sauce Sliced Spring Onions and Jalapenos. Coney Island Veggie Burger: 2 Veggie Burgers in A Ciabatta Roll With Garlic Mayo Sliced Tomatoes and Nacho Cheese Sauce. Seasoned Fries: Cuban Spiced Fries. Loaded Fries: Cuban Spiced Fries Smothered in Nacho Cheese Sauce Sliced Spring Onions and Jalapenos. Kid Dawg: Kids Hot Dog in a Bun With Tomato Sauce
THE STUBBORN GOAT. Mobile coffee van serving a variety of unique coffees and hot drinks. Also soft drinks, cakes and a small selection of snacks
THIS ANCIENT BORO. A full range of drinks, beer, cider, lager, wine, spirits, soft drinks & more
THIS ANCIENT BORO - REAL ALE & CIDER FESTIVAL . Real ale & cider, Beer Festival – an impressive range of beers and ciders
TRUFFLUS - Handmade Chocolate Delight. Indulge in locally sourced strawberries, lavishly coated with Belgian milk chocolate. Each batch is freshly melted at our stall by chocolatier Ryan, ensuring you enjoy the exquisite combination of handmade artisan chocolate and strawberries with every bite
UP THE GARDEN CHILLIES. Homemade chilli products including Chilli & Black Pepper Sauce, Chilli and Red Pepper Jam, Gourmet BBQ Relish, Sweet & Sour Chilli Sauce
VICTORIA JOHNSON JEWELLERY. Bespoke Jewellery designs from British Designer. Handmade designs in silver, gold & platinum
VISTA CAFE. You will find Eileen & her helpers in the Festival Tent. Teas, coffee, juice, cakes, sandwiches, crisps, scones, sausage rolls, afternoon tea at budget friendly prices brought to you by the Spirit of Tenterden Festival team. Takeaway or eat in ~ trestle tables & benches
VV WORTHY. Beautiful colourful jewellery carved out of a sustainable nut called tagua from palm trees mainly found in the Ecuadorian rainforest. Each nut is handmade by skilled artisans. Tagua is ethical, natural, unique and, colourful Panama Hats, Eco friendly clothing/accessories
WAREHORNE VINEYARD. A family-run vineyard located in the the Kent countryside specialising in producing quality still wines. Visit us for a free sample and purchase a bottle of local Kent wine to take home. Speak to us about our Tour and Tasting Experience.
WAYFARER WINES. Locally made wines, handmade candles from recycled wine bottles, local honey, branded tote bags, lavendar scent bags
WILLOW FINE ARTS. Hand drawn and painted artwork by artist Caroline Neill – original art work, art prints, greetings cards

ADMIN
ADMIN TENT. Located in the central island (the central area nearest the stage & opposite the bar). For queries, information, lost children, security issues, and other help. Always onsite: Event Manager, Event Team & volunteers.
VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE. Committee, Event Manager and Event Team. We are all volunteers! See below for who we are.
FIRST AID. If you are injured or unwell please go to the First Aid Station or send someone to summon help. You can find the first aid team by the arena or come to the Admin Tent so we can help you
SECURITY TEAM. There will be several security staff on duty over the festival weekend, keeping the area safe and dealing with any issues. If you need assistance and the roving security team are not in the immediate vicinity please go immediately to the Admin Tent
VOLUNTEER STEWARDS. Thank you to our volunteer stewards who ensure your safety and welfare at the festival. They are visible throughout the festival ground and perform a variety of vital tasks

ENTERTAINMENT - STAGE/DISPLAY ARENA/ENTERTAINMENT
LIVE MUSIC STAGE. A full programme of live music on the main stage
FUN DOG SHOW Sunday 7 July in the arena, £2 per class, entries from 11am. Dog Show starts 12 noon
DISPLAY ARENA. Displays & entertainment. See the chalkboard for activities/times  

THE SPIRIT OF TENTERDEN FESTIVAL TEAM

2024