Book Sessions

Razzamataz Theatre Workshop

Razzamataz Theatre Schools Canterbury

A high-energy performing arts workshop for children from Razzamataz Theatre Schools — singing, dancing and drama packed into 30 minutes of pure fun. Plus roaming characters around the site.

Life in Tudor Canterbury: from Catholic to Protestant

Doreen Rosman

A fascinating journey through Canterbury's religious transformation during the Tudor period — from a city of Catholic pilgrimage to the heart of English Protestantism. Doreen Rosman is a leading historian of British religious history.

Money Matters: 10 Things Everyone Should Know About Their Finances

Atram Wealth

A practical, jargon-free talk covering 10 essential financial topics — from emergency funds and pensions to tax, wills, and lasting powers of attorney. Suitable for all ages and levels of financial knowledge. All attendees receive a complimentary Financial Wellbeing Worksheet.

Your Story Matters: A Write the Future Workshop

Brandspire

Everyone has a story worth writing down. In this warm, hands-on workshop from Brandspire, you'll be guided through simple prompts to begin a personal story, memory, opening page or message that matters to you. No writing experience needed — just curiosity and a willingness to begin.

Canterbury Soapbox — Canterbury Speakers Club

Canterbury Speakers Club

An afternoon of inspiring talks and impromptu speaking, headlined by Mitchell Holt, winner of the 2026 National Speaking Contest. Five speakers across 12-minute slots, a hands-on impromptu speaking workshop, and a Q&A about the club. Free to attend — book your ticket to guarantee a space.

Tai Chi and Qigong in the Park: A Gentle Introduction for Beginners

Paul Roberts

A calm and restorative session of Tai Chi and Qigong by the river in Westgate Gardens. No previous experience necessary — suitable for complete beginners.

Stour Monitoring Flash Demo

University of Greenwich — Iain Goodall

A short, drop-in demonstration of the Great Stour river monitoring project — what's living in Canterbury's river, and what the data shows.

Zumba

Kent Sport — Hayley

Get moving with a high-energy Zumba session in Westgate Square. All ages and abilities welcome — just turn up and dance.

Kids' Yoga

Kent Sport — Katherine

A playful yoga session for children in the heart of the Sports Zone. Stretch, balance and breathe — no experience needed.

Zumba

Kent Sport — Hayley

A second chance to join the Zumba party. Same energy, same moves — different time slot.

Kids' Yoga

Kent Sport — Katherine

Another round of kids' yoga — perfect for burning off energy before lunch.

Taiji Taster

Wugong Academy — Barry Phelan

A 20-minute introduction to the ancient art of Taiji. Calm, controlled movement — suitable for all ages.

Kung Fu Taster

Wugong Academy — Barry Phelan

A fast-paced introduction to kung fu and kickboxing. Learn a few moves and feel the energy.

From Idea to Authority: How to Turn Your Message into a Book People Remember

Brandspire

A book begins long before the first chapter. In this practical session, Kinga from Brandspire will show you how to turn a rough idea, lived experience or area of expertise into the foundations of a book people understand, remember and talk about. Ideal for aspiring authors, founders, experts and anyone with a message to shape.

Stour Monitoring — River Ecology Talk

University of Greenwich / Iain Goodall

Iain Goodall from the University of Greenwich shares the findings of the Great Stour river monitoring project — what's living in Canterbury's river, what's changed, and why it matters. Thought-provoking and accessible.

Around the World in 45 Minutes

Savoir Academy

An interactive language adventure with Razika Boukhenoufa — explore the world through language, culture and communication in this fun, hands-on 45-minute session.

The Storymakers

Canterbury Children's Literature Festival

What makes a great story? Find out as you become a Storymaker. Create your own amazing characters, treasure hunt for story elements and then use your incredible imagination to decide how you'll put it all together in your very own book!

Doina Foundation Community Talk

Doina Foundation

Radu Stancu, chair of the Doina Foundation, presents the great work their volunteers have been doing for the wider community — a charity supporting Romanian community and culture in Canterbury and Kent.

The Canterbury Storymakers

Canterbury Children's Literature Festival

Be part of an ongoing project with Canterbury BID — add your own written or drawn memories or stories of Canterbury to a big collaborative cardboard concertina book, to be displayed early next year. Part of an ongoing project running across the medieval pageant and the Lit Fest itself.

Tai Chi and Qigong in the Park: A Gentle Introduction for Beginners

Paul Roberts

A calm and restorative session of Tai Chi and Qigong by the river in Westgate Gardens. No previous experience necessary — suitable for complete beginners.

Taiji Taster

Wugong Academy — Barry Phelan

Start your Sunday with a calming Taiji session. Gentle movement and breathing — all welcome.

Zumba

Kent Sport — Hayley

Dance your way into Sunday afternoon with this high-energy Zumba session.

Kids' Yoga

Kent Sport — Katherine

A fun, friendly yoga session for children. Stretch, balance and play.

Taiji Taster

Wugong Academy — Barry Phelan

A second Taiji session — drop in for calm, controlled movement for all ages.

Zumba

Kent Sport — Hayley

Another chance to join the Zumba party. Just turn up and dance.

Kids' Yoga

Kent Sport — Katherine

Wind down the festival weekend with a final kids' yoga session.

Kung Fu Taster

Wugong Academy — Barry Phelan

A high-energy kung fu and kickboxing taster to close out the Sports Zone programme.