Visitors and residents are set to be treated to an extravaganza of free entertainment in Bromley town centre next weekend.
A spectacular event in the town centre, the Bromley Festival will showcase a variety of opportunities to enjoy a fantastic array of international and local entertainment plus exhibitors from the sporting and cultural sectors. Look out for street entertainment and local arts, sports, leisure and heritage exhibitions from across the borough that will provide information, activities, free have-a-go-sessions and demonstrations.
"We have a rich history of culture and sport in the town centre and the Bromley Festival presents a fantastic opportunity for people of all ages to head into the town centre, watch performances, take part in sporting activities and be entertained while you shop. There is set to be a real buzz in Bromley next weekend so why not come along and make sure you don't miss out on this unique event" said Councillor Peter Morgan, Executive Councillor for Renewal and Recreation.
Queens Gardens, Church House Gardens and the town centre will play host to the event on Sunday 29 July from 11am to 5pm. Highlights in Bromley North Village , including the High Street and Market Square will involve street entertainment from exciting characters including the Mountain Gorillas performance group, the Coneheads, the Housewives, the Bowling Club, the Vegetable Nannies and the Pink Suitcases. Look out for live performances from the Jives Aces who featured in Britain's Got Talent. Heritage tours of Bromley North will be running from the Partridge Pub at 11.30am and 2.30pm. Herbert Justice Academy will be providing a dry skating rink in Market Square.
Church House Gardens and the Churchill Piazza will be transformed into a magical Neverland created by local artists and will feature craft workshops with performances by local musicians amidst pirates, lost boys and Indians. Highlights include world famous STOMP workshops, circus skills and puppet workshops, special displays from the Spurting Man, a fancy dress competition and much, much more.
A Sizzling Sports Zone will be taking place in Queen's Gardens with exciting activities including a Snowboard Simulator and a goal shoot from Charlton Athletic Football Club. Members of the public can try to beat the goalie and receive skills training from professional football coaches. There will also be plenty of other activities on the day to test your skills at a variety of sports. Local sports clubs and organisations will take part on the day with information about their clubs and sports. There will be demonstration areas and have a go sessions available with bowls, cricket, American football, golf, tennis and much more.
Due to adverse weather conditions, some activities and entertainment at Queen's Mead Recreation Ground in Glassmill Lane have been relocated throughout the town centre.
For full details, performance timetables and more information visit www.bromley.gov.uk/bromleyfestival
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