Le Weekend

10th and 11th June 2023

Sandwich Goes French for Le Weekend. Led by the Sandwich Honfleur Twinning Association.

Born out of a desire to celebrate our proximity to France and our appreciation of all things French, Le Weekend has become a much loved family friendly festival.

At the heart of Le weekend is an authentic French Market with numerous stalls from Normandy traveling to England to sell their wares.  Sandwich has become one of the best annual French Markets in the UK. A lively street scene includes music and dance, with visiting French musicians travelling to Sandwich backed up by local musicians playing French themed sets on an outdoor stage in Market Street.

11 till 5pm Free outdoor concert with music. A juried Plein Air Art Competition organised by East Kent Arts Society. A craft fair in the medieval St Peter’s Church offers an indoor attraction. The local medieval group enjoys a two day encampment on the Quay Green and invites other reenactors to join in, making it an exciting two day  medieval experience.

On Sunday morning over 400 cyclists gather to ride Le Tour de Sandwich sportif – an annual event managed under the guidance of British Cycling which has become established as one of the best rides in southern England.  Three routes offer a 100k, 75k or 50k ride to suit all abilities on some of the most scenic roads and lanes in Kent.

If you are interested in volunteering to help run this unique and fun event, please don't hesitate to get in touch!

Website: www.sandwichevents.org.uk/le-weekend