Join the Poppy Appeal and Gravesham Borough Council for FORT!, a spectacular weekend packed with nostalgia, heritage, and high‑energy entertainment.
Set against the stunning historic backdrop of Fort Gardens, this free community event brings military history to life with authentic sights, sounds, and experiences for all ages.
What’s On
- Full musical programme on the Bandstand all weekend
- Hosted by Ross Freeman
- Drum Head Service on Sunday at 10:00am
Expect live music, heritage displays, activities for families, and plenty of opportunities to explore, learn, and celebrate our community’s history.
Saturday event will comment from 11:00am, Sunday from 10:00am.
More details coming soon
Band Stand Performances
Saturday 16 May
| Act Name | Performance Time |
|---|---|
| Shane Milligan | 11:00am |
| Stroll Dance lessons | 11:45am |
| The Godless Reds | 11:50am |
| Drumming Performance by 402 SQN ATC | 12:25am |
| Josh Hassell | 12:40pm |
| Swing Noir | 1:30pm |
| Stroll Dance lessons | 1:30am |
| Gold | 2:20pm |
| Calli Malpas | 3:10pm |
| The Cockney Knight | 4:00pm |
Sunday 17 May
| Act Name | Performance Time |
|---|---|
| Drumhead Service | 10:00am |
| Drunk and Hungry | 11:00am |
| Stroll Dance lessons | 11:45am |
| Side By Side | 11:50am |
| Drumming Performance by 402 SQN ATC | 12:25am |
| Swingtime Sweethearts | 12:40pm |
| Nick Woods | 1:30pm |
| Stroll Dance lessons | 1:30am |
| Calli Malpas | 2:20pm |
| Scott Elvis | 3:10pm |
| The Cockney Knight | 4:00pm |
Stay tuned- there’s a lot more to be announced!