Rose St Cottage of Curiosities

29/05/2026

Just a reminder that the cottage is open Tuesday , Thursday , Friday and Saturday from 11-3pm pot of Tea or Coffee and cake £3 per person , either in the parlour or the garden, look forward to seeing you , great value in a very unique historical venue .

28/05/2026

28/05/2026

27/05/2026

Cheap trip to Notcutts just took photos

24/05/2026

Just a reminder that on Saturday 6th June as part of the Sheppey Festival us at Rose cottage 11-3pm have a 40’s event , experience vintage prams , air raid warden , the cheeky spiv along with great photo opportunities as a look back at the 40’s music and tea and cake , please promote this great event as part of Sheppey Festival

24/05/2026

As part of National Volunteers’ Week, DWP are hosting a Volunteering and Work Experience Showcase Event at Sheerness Jobcentre and would love to invite local charities and voluntary groups to attend.

🗓Date: Tuesday 2nd June
🕘Time: 10:00am – 12:00 noon
📍Location: Sheerness Jobcentre

This event is designed to connect local charities, community groups, and organisations with jobseekers who are currently looking for work and would benefit from:
• Volunteering opportunities
• Work experience placements
• Building confidence and skills
• Gaining valuable experience to support their journey into employment

This is a great opportunity for your organisation to:
• Showcase the amazing work you do in the community
• Promote any current or future volunteering opportunities
• Connect with motivated individuals keen to gain experience
• Support people in taking positive steps towards employment

What to Expect
• An informal, welcoming setup
• Opportunity to speak directly with jobseekers
• Space to display information about your organisation (leaflets, banners, etc.)

Spaces for this morning are extremely limited. They would be delighted to have you join them and be part of a supportive, community-focused morning. If you are interested in attending, please contact Trudi McKee, Recruitment Specialist at DWP at [email protected]

09/05/2026

⏰ Deadline is fast approaching - 18th May 2026, 12pm.

Don't miss your opportunity to become part of the team!

We are hiring a full-time Audience Engagement Officer.

We’re looking for someone passionate about community engagement to help build and strengthen relationships across Medway and Swale. In this role, you’ll connect with local audiences, carry out research to reach new communities, and collaborate with our team to deliver an inclusive and inspiring cultural programme.

For a full job description and details on how to apply, head to our website - https://ideastest.org.uk/news/

Please share and tag anyone who may be interested!

09/05/2026

COASTS IN MIND



Creative Workshops with Legacy project Sheppey Matters & MOLA



Are you aged 60+ and would like to discover local coastal heritage while building confidence, creativity, and connection within your community.



Learn new skills alongside MOLA archaeologists and local artist Laurie Harpum, combining creativity with Sheppey’s rich coastal history and natural environment.



Saturday 6th June 09:30 – 11:30



Outdoor Creative Workshop



📍 Beach Street Car Park, Beach Street, Sheerness, ME12 1HH

(Paid parking only)



Join us outdoors to explore the coastline and its history.

Participants will:

Learn about local coastal history and nature

Work collaboratively to create a large outdoor sculpture

Gather natural materials from the beach

Or create their own sculpture from the promenade with access to seating



This will be a relaxed, supportive environment with flexibility to take part at your own pace.



Tuesday 9th June 11:00 – 13:00



Indoor Creative Workshop



📍 The Criterion, Blue Town

69 High Street, Sheerness, ME12 1RW


Take part in a hands-on indoor session where participants will:

Create sculptures using salvaged materials and clay

Reflect Sheppey’s coastal history and environment through art

Be guided step-by-step by experienced facilitators

This is a welcoming space designed to build confidence and encourage creativity.

Who is this for?

People aged 60+ Living locally on the Isle of Sheppey who are interested in meeting others, learning new skills, and reconnecting with the community.

For accessibility enquiries or further information:

📧 [email protected]

Delivered in partnership with:

Sheppey Matters | MOLA | Coasts in Mind | Heritage Fund

For more information or to register on these dates please contact Sam 07742499967 or Mikaela 07742499966