Heritage Open Days is England’s biggest heritage festival. It celebrates our fantastic history, architecture and culture; offering people the chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences.
Introduction to Heritage Open Days
Author: Deal Heritage
Programme for 2026
Heritage Open Day events in Deal and Walmer will take place between the 11th and 20th September
Continue reading Programme for 2026Kent Miners’ Festival
The Kent Mining Museum at Betteshanger Park is hosting the annual Kent Miners’ Festival on Sunday 23rd August from 10.30am to 4pm.
Continue reading Kent Miners’ FestivalDeal Regatta 200th Anniversary
This year we celebrate 200 years since the ‘Deal and Downs Regatta’ first took place.
Continue reading Deal Regatta 200th AnniversaryLocal History Events
There are lots of history related events happening in the area.
Continue reading Local History EventsAstor History Club
A group of history enthusiasts meet monthly with presentations and discussions about our local history.
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Although organising the events in Deal and Walmer is not a huge task, we are a very small team and need two types of help in coordinating it:
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