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Friday 11th September 2026
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Kits Coty Morris Society: Stories in Stone – Talk & Performance

Wed 9th Sep 2026 - 14:00 - 15:30

Performance, Talks

Celebrating 50 Years of Kits Coty: History, Heritage & Morris Dancing

Join the Kits Coty Morris Society for an afternoon celebrating one of Kent’s most fascinating ancient landmarks. Members will share the history and folklore surrounding the Kits Coty stones, exploring their place in local culture and the ongoing work to preserve this remarkable site for future generations.

This year holds special significance, as the Society marks its 50th anniversary in 2026, half a century of dedication to protecting and championing this piece of our heritage.

The afternoon will close with a lively display of traditional morris dancing, bringing the day’s celebration of history and community to life.

When: Friday 11th September 2026

Timings: 2 to 3:30pm

Price: £10 per person

Age: All welcome

Places: Limited to 30 people

Accessibility: The room and our toilets are fully accessible

Part of Local Heritage Week — see the full programme below.

Monday 7th September – Witchcraft in Kent: The Archaeological Evidence with Wayne Perkins

Tuesday 8th September – Crime, Community & and 60s: Reflections from the Front Line with Mick Abbott

Wednesday 9th September – Accused of Witchcraft: Remembering Maidstone’s Forgotten Victims with Cllr Claire Kehily

Thursday 10th September – Fortresses of Power: Exploring the Castles of Medieval Kent with Richard Eales

Friday 11th September – Tour of the Lives in our Landscape Gallery with Andy Ward 

Booking is essential – secure your spot today! 

Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled by the museum.