Area: Kent

'The Federation, formed in 1938, was originally based on societies from Kent. Since 2001 however, several societies from East Sussex, and more recently clubs from Surrey, have been welcomed, bringing our present membership to around 200 affiliated societies, clubs and organisations.'

'A great way to expand your knowledge of the arts, as well as having fun helping to conserve our heritage. Look at our podcasts. We’d love to entice you in!'

'We usually meet on the second Friday of the month, at 7.30 pm.'

Meet on the first Friday of each month. No meetings July, August. 7.45 pm for 8.00 pm start.

Saturday afternoon meetings, every two months.

'Our talks are aimed at the enthusiast beginner, unless specifically indicated. Topics range from Planetarium style talks on the stars, a focus on a particular planet, manned and unmanned exploration of space along with practical sessions on how to get the best out of telescopes, binoculars, computer software and websites.'

Monthly meetings.

'We meet every Friday evening, from early September until mid May ... We have a diverse membership, working in traditional darkroom print, slide and digital media. Our programme comprises a mixture of talks by top photographers and a variety of competitions.' 'Please note: We are based in Ashford, Kent - not to be confused with Ashford Camera Club (Ashford, Middlesex).'

Monthly Talking Books series plus related events.

Bimonthly evening meetings: 'To register for any event, or for any further information, please email us ... Our meetings are open to non-members.'

'Branch meetings are held on the third Wednesday of every month at 7.30 pm.'

'Meetings are held at 7.30 pm on the fourth Tuesday of each month, except December (third Tuesday).'

'Meetings are held every third Wednesday of the month ... The hall is open from 7.30 pm.'

Usually held mid-June.

'The Society meets from September to April on the second Tuesday of each month.'

‘Events’

Held Late October - Early November.

'Arrange a series of winter lectures by invited speakers on historical and archaeological subjects ... Meetings will generally be held ... starting at 6 pm on a Saturday.'

Programme of 'open meetings, talks and events arranged for members'.

Monthly evening meetings from September to May.

Family home and garden of Sir Winston Churchill. Lecture Lunches and related events.

'The society meets on the second Thursday of each month, except January and August ... Doors open at 7.00 pm with the talk starting at 7.30 pm. The evening finishes at 9.00 pm and refreshments are available.'

'Meetings are held monthly during the winter, at 7.30 pm, usually on Monday evenings. Visitors are welcome ... The Society exists to promote interest in Cranbrook and all aspects of its history ... The Local History Society also manages Cranbrook Museum and the Research Group.'

'Club meetings are held ... at 7.30 pm every Wednesday evening through the season (Sept – June) ... We run a varied and interesting programme of weekly meetings. The informal meetings also allow some time for members to exchange ideas and experiences, ask for and offer advice, or simply chat with folk with a shared interest. New members of all abilities regardless of experience are welcomed. You are invited to come along to a couple of meetings with no obligation. If you like what you see and would like to join there is an annual subscription and a modest weekly subscription.'

Festival usually held late June/early July.

'We organise a winter lectures programme on a variety of topics which are free and open to the public.'

'Each year the Committee organises about ten interesting events : - talks, tours, visits, Members' Meetings and usually a Christmas Feast.'

'We meet at 2 pm on the third Saturday of each month (except July and August).'

Meetings 'last Saturday of the month from 10 am - 4 pm'.

Meetings '2.30 pm - 4.00 pm on the first Saturday of the month'. ALERT The Branch revived in May 2018, but at Review did not (yet) seem to have a Website, just a Facebook Page.

Quarterly evening meetings. (Also Meetings in Eynsford Village Hall.)

'We meet every Wednesday evening, from early September until mid May.'

Monthly meetings, Wednesday evenings.

'All indoor meetings are held ... on the second Tuesday of the month, September to May, starting at 8.00 pm.'

Occasional talks and lectures plus wide range of other events.

'A philosophy discussion group meeting on the 3rd Tuesday of every month from 7.30 to 9.30 pm ... We cover a large range of topics. If you have an idea for a topic that you would like us to cover why not drop us a line? ... There's no charge for membership and everyone is welcome to drop in. Just bring your brain and some beer money!' ALERT The Stoa has been running continually for over twelve years now and we have decided to take a bit of a break to develop some new ideas. Consequently, our June session will be the last this year [2018]. Don't worry, it's not the end of the Stoa. We will be back again in the new year. Thanks for all the support of regulars and all our speakers. See you all in 2019.'

'We meet on the first Thursday of each month at 7.30 pm.'

'The society puts on a series of interesting local history talks throughout the year which are attended by an average of between 70 and 80 people. Refreshments are available at these sociable evening meetings and they are a great way to meet other likeminded people ... Meetings are now held ... on the 1st Wednesday of the month (7.30 pm for 8.00 pm start).'

Usually held mid-November.

'Weekly meetings are held ... on Mondays at 19.30.'

Winter monthly meetings, usually first Tuesday: 'All meetings are held ... starting at 7.45 pm. Annual subscription £5 or £1.50 per evening for a visitor.'

'Meets on Monday evenings at 7.30 pm ... Throughout the year we invite a number of guest speakers from all over Kent and sometimes further afield who are willing to share their photographic experiences with us ... Our season runs from September through to June with our annual exhibition usually being held in July. During the summer break we have informal meetings at the Three Daws, a local public house, where we have a drink and a chat.'

Monthly lectures, Monday evenings.

'We are a group of enthusiasts with an interest in railways in particular, although many of us also share enthusiasm for other forms of transport such as shipping, buses and trams ... There are 20 meetings a year plus an Annual General Meeting and outings. Meetings start at 7.45 pm, generally finishing at about 10.15 pm.'

Occasional lectures.

'Meets on the third Thursday of each month apart from September and December ... Topics range from local history to the Lifeboat Service and local flora and fauna ... If you are trying to think of something to do one Thursday evening, and we have a meeting, why not come along to the Great Mongeham Village Hall at 7.30 pm and join us?'

'We host a wide variety of speakers and social events. Our monthly meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 8 pm.'

'Meets on the last Wednesday of each month from September to June, excepting December at 8.00 pm.'

'Meetings are held on the 2nd & 4th Friday in the month from September to April, thereafter 2nd Friday in the month, May to August. Doors open 7.15 pm, meetings commence 7.45 pm.'

'We hold our meetings at 8.00 pm bi-monthly on the third Thursday of the month.'

'Talks are open to the public and are free to HA members, associate members and students; others are asked for a small contribution towards expenses. Where appropriate, all events are followed by an informal social gathering to which all who attend are warmly invited.'

Monthly winter meetings, Wednesday evenings. Calendar includes details of other events and courses held in and around Sittingbourne.

'There are social events for members and a well-supported programme of talks for the winter months.'

Regular evening meetings.

'We are an active IET Local Network and are always pleased to welcome new members to our meetings. We hold a wide range of events throughout the year and actively encourage public participation at our talks.'

'Invicta is a small friendly club, which is based on the pleasures gained from taking and viewing photographs and sharing photographic knowledge and skills ... We would be pleased to welcome you soon and your first couple of visits are free! Just pop along to a Club evening on a Thursday at 7.15 pm for 7.30 pm, and get a feel for what the club is like ...'

Regular evening meetings, day varies.

'Our season runs between September to May. The program can be found in our schedule ... We meet on Monday evenings ... Registration is from 19.30 - 19.45; Meetings: 19.45 - 22.00 hrs.'

'The Kent Branch has a varied programme of events which includes talks and lectures, visits and a summer "period" entertainment, with music, dancing or drama. There is an annual lunch or dinner in November, and a lively Discussion Group which meets twice a year.'

Lists some lectures, talks and related events taking place across the county.

'Indoor meetings are usually the third Thursday of September (with a brief AGM), November, January and March.'

'With twelve local beekeeping branches in the Kent Bee-keepers Association there are always lectures and demonstrations happening in Kent. News of events is published bi-monthly in the County newsletter which is distributed to all branch members or download from our website.'

'The Association is the ‘umbrella’ organisation, affiliated to the Photographic Alliance of Great Britain (PAGB), serving photographic clubs and societies throughout the Kent.'

Links to branch meeting information for: Ashford; Canterbury; Deal; Maidstone; Medway; Thanet.

'Unless specified, meetings are held on the second Friday of the month. Our June meeting is an outdoor meeting at a place of local historical interest. There is no meeting in January.'

'We meet ... on the second Tuesday of every month (except January). Arrive 7.00 pm for 7.30 pm start.'

Meets 'on the second Wednesday of most months. Doors will open at 7.00 pm and meeting will start at 7.30 pm'.

'Holds regular monthly meetings with speakers on a variety of Family and Local History subjects on the last Thursday of the month at 1.30 pm for 2.00 pm start.'

'Meetings take place on the third Wednesday of each month ... 7.30 pm for 8.00 pm.'

Details of over a score of Clubs in membership of the Federation.

Occasional lectures.

'Indoor Meetings are held on the third Tuesday in each month, start at 7.00pm and normally last about two hours.'

Combined calendar of events, plus access to details of some 120 local societies and related organizations.

'Meet on the third Sunday of each month ... Our meetings are open to anyone interested in Humanism and are not restricted to members, we ask only for a nominal contribution towards the hire of the hall.'

'We hold a number of indoor meetings from September to March, with a range of topics that involve both mammals and other wildlife.'

'The KOS is again running a programme of Indoor Meetings where speakers give illustrated talks about many aspects of Ornithology and other areas of Natural history.'

'The Society will arrange meetings, lectures, social events and provide a repository and focus for material and resources relevant to the Parish ...'

'Meetings are from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm, September to June, every other Thursday ... Visitors and New Members are always very welcome.'

'The Maidstone Bonsai Society hold monthly meetings that you would be most welcome to attend. The club is keen to demystify and promote the art of bonsai. If you are just starting out, slightly interested or have a large collection of specimen bonsai you will have a great time at our meetings. We meet on the first Monday of each month, unless otherwise stated in the programme, at 19.30 hrs.'

Meets 'every Tuesday night from September through to June. The evening starts at 7.30 pm and finishes around 10 pm'.

'The club holds monthly meetings on the 3rd Monday of each month (unless the Monday falls into Holy Week, when it is either the 3rd Tuesday or 4th Monday) ... (They) start at 7 pm till 10 pm. Our meetings usually consist of chat and browsing dealer's stock until 8 pm, when the main business of the evening commences. The minutes of the previous meeting are read, and new announcements made. Our presenter for the evening then takes the floor until about 9.15 pm, and then more chat and buying until the end of the evening. Refreshments are served during the evening.'

Monthly evening lectures.

'MBKA holds regular meetings in members' apiaries throughout the summer. In the winter we move indoors with meetings, lectures, educational and more social events; sharing and discussing the events of the year before and planning the coming seasons beekeeping. Meetings are also a chance to share beekeeping problems, keep informed about the latest threats and compare notes.'

Range of talks at various Libraries in the Unitary Authority of Medway.

'We meet ... on the first Monday of the month (unless that day is a Bank Holiday, when meetings take place on the second Monday). Meetings start at 7.30 pm, and visitors are always welcome.'

Winter programme of Friday evening meetings.

'We arrange a wide programme of monthly talks, outings and social meetings for our members and their guests.'

Programmes for the Branches of the Society

Meetings 'on the first Saturday of the month ... at 10.30 am'.

'The format of the meetings is an illustrated talk for the first hour, followed by refreshments and then a short session giving members the opportunity to discuss Northfleet’s past.' Meet afternoons 'first Tuesday of the Month (except July and August)'. Alert 'Unfortunately due to the numbers attending, our meetings are now Members Only.'

Monthly meetings, Tuesday evenings.

Monthly meetings, Monday evenings.

'We have a fairly large group of members in various stages of learning photography, Photoshop and producing digital prints either from digital cameras or scanning from slides. There is so much to talk about we often run out of time on club nights. Members range from the experienced with impressive letters after their names to beginners who are encouraged at every stage to enter and take part in all the club activities. There is a warm friendly atmosphere within the club and everyone is made very welcome.'

'The Romney Marsh Photographic Club (formerly St. Mary’s Bay Camera Club) in Kent, is for people of all ages interested in any type of photography. Photography is a very satisfying and rewarding hobby and the expressive and creative potential is enormous and available to everyone. Our club is the Village Hall in St. Mary’s Bay, Romney Marsh, Kent and we welcome beginners and enthusiasts of all abilities.' Weekly meetings, Wednesday evenings.

Occasional lectures and talks.

Monthly talks, Thursday evenings.

Meets at 10.30 am on the 3rd Thursday of each month, and at 7.30 pm on the 2nd Thursday of each month: 'No membership age limits — young or old ! A warm welcome will be given to all visitors and members.'

'Each indoor meeting consists of an illustrated talk by an entertaining speaker and lasts approximately two hours with a short interval during which refreshments can be obtained. Wednesday evening meetings start at 7.45 pm ... on the second Wednesday of the month; admission is £2.50 including refreshments during the interval. Tuesday afternoon meetings start at 2 pm ... on the fourth Tuesday of the month. Admission is £2.50; refreshments can be purchased from the café. Our meetings are open to all. If you have not been before, please come along and introduce yourself – you will be made very welcome!'

'The Maidstone Local RSPB Group have indoor meetings throughout the autumn, winter and spring months, by local and well known speakers.'

'Our indoor meetings cover a range of subjects, not just birds. We have had speakers, with accompanying slideshows, talking about everything from hedgehogs to fungi to seals and to trees - and covering subjects from all over the world. The indoor meetings are held on the third Tuesday of every month, except August.'