Rochester
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Rochester Castle Gardens
07 Jun - 09 Jun
Medway
Food & Drink
Festival
Following a successful launch last year we are delighted to be returning in 2024 with this major event for the Medway towns in such an historic and inspiring location.
Located in the Grounds of Rochester Castle, the Medway Food and Drink Festival is just a short walk from the town centre and will celebrate the best of local, regional, national and international products.
Street Foods, bars of distinction, alfresco dining, live music, children's entertainment, select grocery food & craft all served up with big helpings of humour, colour and character for a fun packed weekend.
Check back for further updates on the feature packed eventFestival opening times (to be confirmed):
Friday 12.00pm – 6.00pm
Saturday 09.00am – 6.00pm
Sunday 10.00am – 5.00pm
Book early and save! Food & Drink Festival event tickets are now available in the shop at Early Bird discount prices* until 31st March 2024.
*Saving of up to 25% compared to on the day tickets (Note: On the day tickets may be limited in availability due to event capacity).
Get Your Tickets Online
Tickets for this Medway Food and Drink Festival and Medway Live Comedy evenings are available here.
Our tandem event has limited numbers due to seating – so book early for our Medway-Live stand-up Fri 7th & Sat 8th – tickets are now on sale in the shop.
OUTSTANDING STAND-UP
Hilarious performances at Medway-Live from a superb list of stand-up comedians. Info & Biogs below.
Friday 7th June Line Up
MC: Mat Wills Info / Biog →
Kelly Ford Info / Biog →
Matt Price Info / Biog →
Justin Panks Info / Biog →
Saturday 8th June Line Up
MC: Mat Wills Info / Biog →
Sam Serrano Info / Biog →
Michael Hackett Info / Biog →
Sean Gorman Info / Biog →
Please note: Artists are confirmed and contracted to appear on the event date, however, all line-ups are subject to change. If an act cancels their performance, or cannot make their agreed time slot, the even organiser will make every effort to find a suitable replacement to perform in their place. The replacement act will be chosen at the sole discretion of the event organiser and, if possible, communicated via social media.
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Traders/Acts - Book your place
For trader/act registration and event information please visit:
Market Square Group
Visitor Info
Rochester Castle was built on an important river crossing of the Medway by Gundulf, Bishop of Rochester in the 1080s and although much has changed on the site – the bounds of the castle are similarly positioned today. The current castle keep was built by In 1127 by William de Corbeil . During its lifetime the castle has been besieged on numerous occasions, 1088, First Barons’ War in 1215/6 (where much of the damage we see today took place) & 1264/5, with some of the significant damage to the castle being repaired in 1370s. In 1381 during the Peasants’ Revolt, the castle was attacked finally during the English Civil War in 1648, Parliamentarian forces besieged and captured the castle from Royalist defenders. James I (r. 1603-1625 CE) granted it to Sir Anthony Weldon (1583–1648 ) whose descendants owned it until the end of the 19th century. In 1965 CE the Corporation of Rochester handed over the lease to the Ministry of Public Buildings and Works, with English Heritage taking over the management of the castle in 1984.
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Location & Parking
Market Location
Rochester Castle Gardens
Rochester
Kent
ME1 1SW
Parking
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Traders
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Mat Wills
Biography/Info
Engaging pocket rocket comedian and compere, putting audiences at ease with his deft and cheeky East End vibe. Fresh from his success at Ed Fringe’s ‘Smurf Etiquette show’ at the famous 101 Club, Mat shares his tall tales from the tiny shoes of a the little guy in a women’s world. Confused around women, short amongst men, Mat Wills shares his hilarious views on life in the little lane.
‘He’s got Impressive quick thinking” – they haven’t seen anything yet! – NOTTINGHAM POST COMEDY REVIEW
Michael Hackett
Biography/Info
Michael Hackett, the towering Manchester-born comedian, is taking the world by storm with his outrageous humour and larger-than-life personality. But what sets him apart isn’t just his height – standing at a staggering 6’7″, but also his rollicking tales from the unexpected world of dentistry and his act in a circus.
As Winner of Victorious Festival 2022 & London’s revered comedy venue King Gong in 2023, Michael’s charm and quick wit make the perfect panellist for Ustreme’s Left Right & Centre, sharing his hilarious antics in a no-holds-barred comedy extravaganza.
‘Outrageous tall good looking storyteller with wit, charm….. and a baseball bat!’ – BOBBY DAVRO
Justin Panks
Biography/Info
Unapologetically fearless and committed to his cause. Justin wades into the underbelly of everyday life surprising, shocking and delighting audiences with his well-crafted jokes disguised as anecdotes. Like a sufferer of Tourette’s syndrome before an edit – Justin Panks portrays his most embarrassing and revealing outbursts. He creates genuine excitement and generates enough power to fill any room!
A powerful performer not an act for the faint of heart.
Kelly Ford
Biography/Info
Kelly’s self-deprecating humble delivery lends authenticity to her real-life observations, drawing audiences into her animated and hilarious world. Through her relatable humour, she skilfully navigates everyday situations, effortlessly transforming mundane experiences into comedic gold. Kelly’s ability to find humour in the ordinary and present it with humility makes her a captivating performer who leaves her audience wanting more.
Winner of Beat the Blackout – UP THE CREEK COMEDY CLUB 2022
Matt Price
Biography/Info
Comedian Matt Price may look like the bloke who has been sent over to fix your radiator, but he’s also a craftsman of funny stories and a master of friendly audience banter. He tells the sort of jokes you”ll be trying to tell your work mates the following day ! He gets real live audiences roaring with laughter night in, night out in every corner of the U.K. and all over the world.
Once he is on stage, you know you’re in safe and funny hands – although your radiator may never be fixed!
“Price is a terrific comedian & wonderful storyteller” – KATE COPSTICK – THE SCOTSMAN
Sam Serrano
Biography/Info
Despite being one of the youngest comics on the circuit Sam Serrano is already a rising star with his self-depreciating and warm persona. Awarded second place in the prestigious Great Yorkshire Fringe Comedian of The Year Competition 2018 followed by runner-up in LGBT Comedian of the year 2019. Sam’s self-deprecating comedic style has become a trademark, currently enjoying huge popularity as an iconic comedian, Sam is one-of-a-kind.
‘Puts the X in X Factor!’ – YORK PRESS
‘Laugh Out Loud Funny’ – YORKSHIRE POST
‘Killer Lines, Expect to see more of Sam Serrano’ CHORTLE
Sean Gorman
Biography/Info
Hilarious newcomer Sean is quickly proving to have a bright future in stand up. Within the first couple of years he reached the finals of the Reading Fringe New Act, Piccadilly Comedy Club New Act and South Coast Comedian of The Year competitions. Displaying the stage presence of a more seasoned comedian, his deadpan delivery of self-depreciating humour has the audience hanging on every word.
His deadpan comedy and wit had the audience belly laughing! – GET READING
