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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, craft 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

We have the most amazing stallholders coming to the festival - we are now full and our list is closed!
 Click here to view the DRAFT PROGRAMME - our best yet! 🎉

THE SPIRIT OF TENTERDEN FESTIVAL
4-6 July 2025

2025 stallholders

See our draft 2025 programme >>> here - obviously work in progress at the moment!

FESTIVAL STALLHOLDERS

ALL THINGS CRAFTY. Discover a stall full of handmade treasures from Lou! From printed coasters made with recycled tiles featuring charming animal designs to uniquely decorated mirrors crafted with clay, feathers, wood, and fabric, each piece is a work of art. Don’t miss the adorable amigurumi creations—intricate crochet animals, teddies, and more, perfect for gifts or keepsakes!
ALLURA CRAFT. Hand crafted bespoke one-off and few of a kind by Kelly Twinley, sophisticated fun bright lightweight, funky, individual unique ear art. Made predominately from polymer clay with added accents of woods, pearl and acrylics. Hypoallergenic and friendly to the most sensitive of ears. Also neutral and elegant rope woven necklaces and funky yarn knotted necklaces
ARTISAN WOOD CREATIONS. Handmade wooden boards, lamps, mirrors
AUA'S CRAFT COLLECTION. Handmade soy wax candles and wax melts, room sprays and wax burners
BABY ADORE. Beautiful hand crocheted baby wear by Jude
BEE KIND CLUB. Bee related gifts, home decor, Children’s crafts and growing kits. Promoting bees and how to help them. Free activity sheets for children
BERGAMIA TEA. Locally blended award winning fresh loose tea and house blends and single estate teas. Saturday and Sunday only 
CANDLE WISE. 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, all meticulously crafted
CANTERLEY PUBLISHING. Publishers of local-interest and heritage books for Kent and Sussex
CHIN CHIN COCKTAIL BAR. Bringing the wow factor to the festival - cocktails, mocktails & more
CHURCHES TOGETHER IN TENTERDEN.Churches Together in Tenterden & District. Representatives from the various denominations, who look after Christians in Tenterden and the surrounding villages. Saturday only
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
DOWNLAND ORIGINALS. Handmade quilts, table runners, wall hangings, advent calendars, bunting, rope bowls, brooches and tableware
ECO HOMEWARE STUDIO. Sustainable, eco homeware Including our newly developed Eco-Resin home decor pieces, every piece is completely unique and can be made to order
EMPORIUM. Italian clothing, festival jewellery & more
FLAURA & FAUNA, FACE AND BODY ART. We’re thrilled to welcome Laura from FLaura & Fauna, who will be bringing her magical face painting and festival glitter to the event on the Saturday and Sunday! Whether you're looking for sparkling festival vibes, bold and beautiful designs, or something fun for the kids, Laura’s incredible artistry will have you looking the part.
FLIP'D & STACK'D. Freshly made to order mini pancakes topped with sweet sauces and toppings
FLIPNTOZE. Flipflops straps embellished with Swarovoski crystals
FLORIE'S FRIENDS RESCUE. Specialist paralysed dog rescue charity
GUSBOURNE. Offering our award-winning wines for purchase by the bottle - perfect to take home or have delivered. Choose from three sparkling wines: Rosé, Blanc de Blancs, and Blanc de Noirs. Also enter our competition for a chance to win a picnic for two at our estate - just scan the QR code on the A-frame at our festival pitch!
FORGET ME KNOTS MACRAME. From elegant wall hangings to stylish plant hangers and gorgeous accessories, find the perfect piece for your space. Quality materials and attention to detail ensure lasting beauty
HANDMADE BY AUSRA. Handmade soft toys crochet from yarn, bookmarks from plywood made with laser cutter, jewellery, rings , earrings, necklaces, bracelets, pendants, key chains, car air fresheners, 3D printing dragons, snakes, frogs
HANDMADE BY NARJLEEN. Handmade beaded and wire wrapped jewellery
JANE WALSH CERAMICS. Organic inspired garden pieces and delicate individually hand thrown tableware form the bulk of Jane's collection
J&B BARKERY. Handmade artisan dog treats, handmade dog related gifts, natural dog treats
KARMASUITICALS. Providing you with all your essential festival fashion and accessories. Ethically sourced festival bohemian fashion with designs inspired from the sights, sounds and colours of India
KATY AND THE BEAR. Nature based activities for children and homeware. Seedbombs and succulents
KHAO'S THAI FOOD. Authentic Thai street food. Veggie spring rolls, Thai fried chicken wings, Pad Thai chicken or prawn noodles, Chow mein chicken or prawn noodles, Stir fry - black bean chicken or sweet and sour chicken with rice, Curry - Green chicken, Red or Panang chicken with rice, Fried rice chicken and prawns
KITCHEN OF THE OLD DRAGON. Handmade jams and preserves local honey and waxed cheeses to complement our chutneys
LIGHTNING FIBRE. Lightning Fibre Broadband for Tenterden. Delivering Full Fibre Symmetric Speeds from 150Mbs up to 10,000Mbps for homes and businesses. Find out more - register now or at the festival >>> here
LITTLE BARKERY. Homemade dog treats and accessories
LIZA TOWNSEND STAINED GLASS. Handmade stained glass cornucopia of light catchers, stained glass panels, garden glass
LOVE LAURA DESIGNS. Made from polymer clay and shaped and baked in our home in Kent, we create beautiful, lightweight and colourful earrings. We hope you love wearing them as much as we love designing and creating them.
MADGE AND MAPLE. Beautiful dog-themed homeware and stationery, including tea towels, throws, cushions, candles, notepads, weekly planners, and greeting cards — all lovingly designed by Lisa, “inspired by my love of Labradors and the countryside”
MARTELL DESIGNS BY ALEX. Embroidered baby, toddler and children's t-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, rucksacks, bucket hats, baseball caps, aprons, baby blankets - everything is embroidered by Alex. Gifts with a personal touch. 
MIGHTY SPICE. A delicious range of curry pastes crafted to help you create authentic Indian dishes at home!
MORGHEW PARK. From the Potato Shop in Tenterden - sample our very own vodka made from Morghew Park potatoes, plus other products for sale: potatoes in small bags, cold pressed rapeseed oil, stoneground flour, honey, & biltong
MOUSIE MURRAY. Jewellery made from Sterling Silver spoons and other various pieces of flatware. Includes rings, bracelets, keyrings, pendants and earrings
MRS MCGOOS SCOTTISH TABLET. Homemade Scottish Tablet all freshly made. Mrs McGoo Scottish Tablet is a sweet confectionery. It is dry, crumbly and has a slightly brittle texture, with a delicate creamy centre which just melts in the mouth
ODUNJE FOODS. Nigerian cuisine. Temi's menu: Jollof rice Rice and beans, Yam porridge, Fried plantain, Lamb Suya, Chicken Pepper sauce, Goat soup. All cooked by Temi herself
PARK CERAMICS AND GIFTS. Specialising in creating ceramic flowers (poppies, sunflowers, tulips), ceramic jewellery and brightly glazed mid century modern pots and platters. All made by Amanda Westbury
PRECIOUS PORKERS. Sausage baguettes, pork/apple burgers, pulled pork and bacon rolls, all homemade by ourselves using locally sourced pork. Also steak beef burgers
REAL ALE BAR.
ROGER HILLS WOODTURNING & THREE GENERATIONS CRAFT.
ROTARY CLUB OF TENTERDEN. Service Before Self, supporting the local community in Tenterden as well as the wider community, nationally and internationally. At the festival Rotary will be running their "Splat the Rat" and "Stone the Crows" games from their stall with children's prizes to win. Saturday and Sunday only.
ROMNEY MARSH WOOLS. Kentish made wool products created using the fleeces from our own flock of Romney ewes
RUGSY LUGSY. We are passionate about reclaimed wood and use it to handcraft beautiful items for the home or to give as gifts
S&K LEISURE - LOADED FRIES. Fries served with a selection of hot and cold fresh toppings and sauces
S&K LEISURE - CHURROS. Fresh churros, made from homemade dough with a choice of sugar coatings, sauces and toppings
SALTER'S MUST CHUP CHILLI SAUCES AND MAYO'S. Mustard, Chilli and ketchup sauces and flavoured plant based Mayo's
SARA ELIZABETH COUNTRY CREATIONS. Handmade Fabric Bags, Travel Accessories, clothing
SERV KENT. SERV Kent is a lifesaving charitable organisation that delivers blood products, medical equipment, drugs & samples to and from hospitals out of hours
SMOKE. Delicious Low & Slow Louisiana Smoked BBQ brisket, pork belly, with a soft brioche bun, cajun slaw, Asian salad, mac 'n' cheese SWEET TOOTH TREATS. Sweet bags, imported crisps, drinks, snacks, sweets and chocolate
TAMARIND THAI BAR. The main bar at the festival with real ale, lager, wine, cider and more. Run by Sarah as normal
TANA MEDITERRANEAN DELI. Homemade Hummus, Fresh salads, Premium Greek Olives, Turkish delight, Baklava, Mixed Nuts
TENTERDEN CATS PROTECTION. Cats Protection is the UK's largest cat welfare charity. We rescue cats and kittens, neuter, rehome  and advise on the care and wellbeing of cats in the areas of Tenterden, Ashford & Romney Marsh
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 MUSEUM. Museum exhibits on show, local books on sale, activities for children
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. Saturday only
THE MUCKY DUCK BAKERY. Vintage mobile coffee van and bakery serving speciality coffees, organic teas and seasonal drinks. Homemade cakes, pastries, muffins and Cream teas. Savoury scones, muffins and vegetarian sausage rolls and pastries. All of our bakes are made by us, using locally sourced ingredients.
THE PEBBLE PICTURE PEOPLE. Hand made pebble pictures & cards
THE SPARE BUTTON CARD RANGE by Helen Webster Designs. Handcrafted artisan greetings cards sprinkled with haberdashery magic, brought to life with Helen’s signature ink nib artistry and augmented by her expertise in greetings cards
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  
THE TIPSY BAKERY. Alcohol infused cupcakes, also brownies, cookies, blondies and other traybakes (alcohol free!)
TONIBELL ICE CREAM. A family-run business established in 1960. Over 97 delicious varieties, including soft ice cream, sorbets, yoghurts, and ice lollies, there’s something for everyone
TRADE WINDS. Fair trade crafts, crystals and incense, accessories, hats and cloaks and capes (made by Sarah in Marden), sterling silver jewellery, woodcraft, terracotta, and pocket money gifts.
UP THE GARDEN CHILLIES. Handmade chilli sauces...100% made by owner Lorraine. BBQ Seasoning Rub, Chilli & Black Pepper Sauce, Chilli & Herb Mix, Chilli and Red Pepper Jam, Chilli Ketchup, Hot & Spicy Fajita Mix, Jerk Seasoning Mix, Scotch Bonnet and Lemon Sauce, Spicy Chilli Relish, Sweet & Sour Chilli Sauce
VV WORTHY & CECIS CORNER. Beautiful jewellery, cards, ornaments, made out of Tagua Nut. Tagua nut is also known as vegetable ivory, natural and unique. In addition, eco-friendly clothing decorated with tagua nut, such as hats, socks and tops. Plus scarves made out of 100% recycled plastic bottles.
VICTORIA JOHNSON JEWELLERY. Silver and gold jewellery all made personally by Victoria in her workshop
VISTA CAFE. You'll find Eileen & her helpers in the Spirit 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
WAREHORNE VINEYARD. Locally produced English (Kent) wine from our own grapes grown in Warehorne. Sale of tours and gift cards.
WAYFARER WINES. A local vineyard in Woodchurch offering locally made wine, chutneys, locally produced honey from our bees, handmade candles using our recycled wine bottles, wild flower seeds native to kent. Also information about vineyard tours and wine tastings. Gift vouchers available to purchase at the stall for wine tasting experiences at the Vineyard

ENTERTAINERS

DANCE DISPLAYS
Performances in the Display Arena

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 6 July in the arena
DISPLAY ARENA. Displays & entertainment. See the chalkboard for activities/times  

THE SPIRIT OF TENTERDEN FESTIVAL TEAM

2025