Folkestone’s unofficial guide to what’s going on.
Venue
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous Street, Folkestone
Craft beer bar and bottle shop.
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous Street, Folkestone
A recurring yoga class at The Beer Shop Folkestone led by Unity Yoga. Designed to feel informal and welcoming, especially for beginners or anyone who feels more comfortable outside a traditional studio setting, the class includes movement, breathwork and meditation for a relaxed, light-hearted start to the weekend. £10 per class.
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous St, Folkestone CT20 1EZ, UK
A monthly collage-making social at The Beer Shop Folkestone, run in collaboration with artist Sarah Lloyd. Each session has a theme and materials are provided, and you’re welcome to bring your own. Places are limited to ensure everyone has space to work. Tickets are £5 per person, with proceeds helping to cover materials and the artist fee. If you can’t attend after booking, contact the organisers via Instagram DM or hello@thebeershopfolkestone.co.uk; if your place can be resold you’ll be refunded.
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous Street, Folkestone
The Very Fun Music Quiz at The Beer Shop Folkestone, hosted by Aimate (@veryfunmusicevents / @justwaitinforaimate). A very musical, high-energy monthly music quiz with trivia, picture rounds and live singing from Aimee. Entry is £3 per player, with teams of up to 6 and prizes on offer. Tables can be booked for teams of 2, 4 or 6. Arrival is from 19:00 for a prompt 20:00 start.
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous St, Folkestone CT20 1EZ, UK
A Folkestone Pride fundraising event at The Beer Shop Folkestone, marking the culmination of the venue's campaign. The evening may include the shop being renamed The Queer Shop again and appearances from special guests.
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous St, Folkestone CT20 1EZ, UK
Hosted by Jimi Odell, this spoken word evening features local writers sharing work in progress, including prose, poetry and other spoken word pieces. Anyone interested in reading can contact Jimi via Instagram.
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous St, Folkestone CT20 1EZ, UK
A monthly craft meet-up at The Beer Shop Folkestone where people can bring their own sewing, knitting, embroidery, crochet or other lap-and-table projects. It is a social session rather than a workshop, organised by Verity from Miss Gingers Fabric Shop on The Old High Street.
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous St, Folkestone CT20 1EZ, UK
Aimate hosts an open mic afternoon for performers trying out material in front of a supportive crowd. Musicians, spoken word artists, poets and comedians are all welcome. A keyboard and microphones are available, and performance slots are around 10 to 15 minutes. Arrive early to add your name to the list, especially if you want a quieter first hour.
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous St, Folkestone CT20 1EZ, UK
Monthly general knowledge charity quiz night at The Beer Shop Folkestone hosted by Quizmaster Pip, featuring general knowledge, current affairs, music and picture rounds. Entry is £3 per player with teams of up to 6. Tables can be booked for teams of 2, 4 or 6. Part of the proceeds go to charity, and the winning team chooses which charity receives the prize money. Prizes are available. Arrival from 19:00, with the quiz beginning at 20:00.