Peter Cushing at 100! - Screening of the Hammer Horror Classic Brides of Dracula

May 25 2013May 25 2013


Saturday 25 May 7.30pm (doors/bar 7pm)

Tickets £5
Box Office 01227 281174

A centenary celebration of Whitstable’s most famous resident, screen legend Peter Cushing. As part of the wider celebration in Whitstable of Peter Cushing at 100 the Horsebridge is hosting several events to mark this momentous occasion.

Classic bloodsucking Hammer Horror film where unflappable vampire hunter Van Helsing played stalwartly by Peter Cushing returns to Transylvania to destroy handsome vampire, Baron Meinster. The undead Meinster has designs on beautiful young schoolteacher Marianne who has travelled to Transylvania for a teaching position. Luckily Dr Van Helsing is already on his way! Book now to avoid disappointment.

1960, Cert 18, 1 hr 25 mins

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Horsebridge Comedy Club Presents Josie Long & Guests

May 31 2013May 31 2013


Friday 31 May 8pm (doors/bar 7pm)

Tickets £10 on the door / £8 in advance / £6 concessions
Box Office 01227 281174

A friendly and relaxed comedy club right here at the Horsebridge. Resident compère Oliver Double is joined by an exciting selection of the UK's funniest comedians. Whether you’re a comedy connoisseur or just fancy a laugh, come and join us for some chuckles on the last Friday of every month.

A Horsebridge favourite and one of the outstanding comedians of her generation, award-winning Josie Long returns with her unique blend of whimsy and razo-sharp political observations. A rare talent and sure to sell out fast so make sure to book early.

"Unique in contemporary stand-up." The Guardian

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Concessions include; Friends of the Horsebridge, over 60's, under 16's, registered disabled, unemployed, full-time student

An Evening with Martin Farbrother

Jun 7 2013Jun 7 2013


Friday 7 June 8pm (doors/bar 7pm)

Tickets £9
Box Office 01227 281174

Over recent years Martin has built up a great reputation as a vocalist and entertainer and has been popular as a cabaret performer in venues both public and private throughout Kent and was recently featured on BBC TV

Join Martin for an intimate evening of music Night Club style as he entertains you with songs from The Great American Song Book, The Rat Pack and lots more. Songs made famous from the likes of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Matt Monro, Barbra Streisand, Ella Fitzgerald, Tony Bennett, Nat King Cole and many more. Featuring music from songwriters and composers such as Cole Porter, The Gershwin’s, Sammy Cahn, Johnny Mercer and Hoagie Carmichael to name but a few

So do come along to reminisce or dance to songs with real lyrics and you will go home saying ‘They don’t write songs like that anymore’

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Tables of 8 and theatre style seating available. Bring your own food but all drinks must be purchased from the bar.

Jazz with the Blue Rhythm Kings

Jun 14 2013Jun 14 2013


Friday 14 June 8pm (doors/bar 7pm)

Tickets £9 / £7 concs
Box Office 01227 281174

The Blue Rhythm Kings are one of the only bands in the United Kingdom specialising in the iconic music from the 1920s and early 1930s; the glorious era which has become known as “Jazz Age”, bringing to mind flapper dresses, bright young things, all night parties and the fusion of Jazz improvisation with popular dance music of the day.

This Kent based band has received many accolades for its eclectic programme of some of the best music from the era, played by handpicked musicians who are fully versed in the idiom and can therefore play fresh, improvised solos at every performance.

The band has a long history, dating back to the 1970s, when there were a few 1920s style bands around, now Blue Rhythm Kings are one of the only ones left in the South East.

The Horsebridge, since it first opened its doors, has been the “home base” of the Blue Rhythm Kings and a great night out is guaranteed at each and every one of their monthly concerts.

The Blue Rhythm Kings have represented England (in the Jazz category) at the Boulogne Music Festival in 1990, where they shared the bill with Yehudi Menhuin. They have also appeared at Jazz festivals throughout the UK, including the prestigious Bude Festival.

Jazz buffs will recognise the direct influence of Bix Beiderbecke, Red Nichols, Ben Pollack, Gene Golkette and Paul Whiteman which, together with some lovely ballads from the 1930s featuring vocals in the styles of Bing Crosby and Al Bowlly, provides a unique and exciting programme; definitely not to be missed.

“Jazz/Dance music of the twenties in a better than usual re-creation of the real thing, both in sound and spirit… Accomplished group who actually sounded interested in the music per se, rather than opportunities for endless self-indulgent solos… Audience clearly enjoyed and appreciated the performance. A good evening, much enjoyed, and at more than one level. The Blue Rhythm Kings are a group worth looking out for.” - The Farnham Herald

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Concessions include; Friends of the Horsebridge, over 60's, under 16's, registered disabled, unemployed, full-time student

Post Nude Returns!

Jun 7 2013Jul 31 2013

Love the Post. Love the Nude. POST NUDE 2013

Following a stellar success of the POST NUDE exhibition in 2011, where nearly 700 stunning postcards depicting the nude were exhibited, we bring you POST NUDE 2013, a chance to take part in the Horsebridge Centre’s most famous show!

Posted bare and beautiful, this exhibition previously attracted massive support and appreciation for Royal Mail’s services, for the art of the postcard and for the pure wonder of the naked form.

Post those nudes to us! All cards will be for sale.

For guidelines, please click on the link below, drop in to pick some up, or ask via email at info@horsebridge-centre.org.uk and we will email them back or call us on 01227 281174 and we will post them to you.



~> POST NUDE RETURNS GUIDELINES <~

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Our galleries are open 9am - 6pm daily (10am - 6pm Sunday's / 5pm winter hours)

A1 Open Exhibition 2012

Jul 26 2013Aug 11 2013

Friday 26 July - Sunday 11 August 2013

Preview night - Thursday 25 July

Taking entries now

Our tremendously popular A1 Open exhibition is a fantastic opportunity for everyone to exhibit their artworks with over a hundred other artists. Places are on a first come, first served basis.

Representing all styles of art, mediums, techniques and themes this is an eclectic response from locals and those further afield to the brief of the A1 size, cohesively creating the largest exhibition of art in Whitstable.

Now in its 6th year, this unique open show allows that as long as work fulfils the brief of the A1 size, all artworks are accepted and displayed. The artist sets the price of their works and the centre takes no commission on works sold, entering a piece of work costs £30.

Conceptually the eclectic response to the brief of A1 and the acceptance of all work results in itself a single piece of work that we call the A1 Open.

The exhibition is well visited during the busy Oyster Festival, attracting over a thousand visitors daily.

Like all exhibitions at the Horsebridge Centre there is no admission fee.

The exhibition also features a busy preview night for all those that have submitted works.

For an entry form, please click on the link below, drop in to pick up, or ask via email at info@horsebridge-centre.org.uk and we will email them to you, or call us on 01227 281174 and we will post them to you.


~ A1 OPEN 2013 - ENTRY FORM ~

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Our galleries are open 9am - 6pm daily (10am - 6pm Sunday's / 5pm winter hours)

Horsebridge Programme April - June 2013

Please click on the above front page image to view the Horsebridge printed programme for the period of April - June 2013

Please note amendment regarding Horsebridge Comedy Club; Josie Long is now Friday 31 May

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