Dartford has the best of both worlds! Not only is the borough home to one of regions premier theatres but the West End is less than 45 minutes away.
As well as The Orchard Theatre, a top quality theatre showing many major productions, the borough also has a number of smaller theatres which host a varied and impressive programme of events.
The Orchard Theatre
The Orchard is a 920-seat theatre serving people in and around Dartford, Kent.
The Orchard has played host to many of the biggest names in entertainment. It provides a wide range of drama, dance, music and entertainment for the whole community. Local am-dram and music societies, youth groups and dancing schools make use of the theatre, and its facilities are available for general hire.
Contact:
Home Gardens,
Dartford,
Kent
DA1 1ED
Tel: 0343 310 0033
The Miskin Theatre
The Miskin Theatre is home to drama productions that are often devised and presented as part of the Performing Arts programme at North West Kent College. They also have touring theatre productions.
Contact:
Oakfield Lane, Dartford
Tel: 01322 629472
The Mick Jagger Centre
The Mick Jagger Centre is a live performance venue showcasing premier acts in Jazz, Folk, Roots, Guitar and Rock.
Contact:
Shepherds Lane,
Dartford,
Kent
DA1 2JZ
Tel: Box Office 01322 291100
Enquiries: 01322 291101
The Bandstand
The Bandstand is located in Central Park plays hosts to free concerts throughout the summer every year. It's also a key landmark for events like the Big Day Out, our St George's Day Parade and the Festival of Light.
Central Park is located in the heart of Dartford Town Centre which is easily accessed by train, bus, car, foot or bike. If you are driving, the nearest car park is Acacia (View Acacia Car Park in Google Maps).
The entrances to Central Park are on Market Street, Cranford Road and Darenth Road.
A series of bandstand concerts occur every year over the summer. All of them will be listed on our events page with full dates, times and performers. All the concerts are free and not ticketed. Just turn up on the day.
The concerts take place in the open air with little shade or shelter, so make sure you're prepared for the weather that day.
There are a limited number of free deckchairs available on a first come, first serve basis. You are welcome to bring your fold up chairs and blankets, but gazebos and large parasol type umbrellas should stay at home as these restrict the view for other visitors. You can bring your own picnic, but alternatively the Café in the Park have a wide range of goodies on offer
You are allowed to bring your dog into the park, we just ask you to clear up after your dog.
There are toilet facilities next to te Cafe in the Park and next to the Cranford Road entrance to the park. This includes accessible toilets and baby change facilities.
If you have an access enquiry in advance of the concerts, please either contact us online or phone 01322 343351. We would also value your feedback on the Access Info we have provided and your experience of our concerts.