Lounge on the Farm wouldn't exist without the help and support of all our local suppliers and contractors. They make the festival possible and they're so good at what they do that we thought we ought to share a few of our trade secrets:
Galadriel Bottriel is a trained midwife with a difference. From her café in Broadstairs she offers physical, mental and physical nourishment for expectant mums, young mums and tired dads too. Reiki, belly dancing and English breakfasts. 30, Church Street, Broadstairs, Kent.
www.theredtent.org
The Canterbury Environment Centre is run in conjunction with Kent County Council and is based in 12 hectares of wetlands, woodland and grassland on the outskirts of the city of Canterbury. They bring 30 years of experience providing fascinating and fun days out for kids of all ages.
http://www.naturegrid.org.uk
We weren't all made for camping and three days of farm led bedlam so Salon Wonder will be on hand all weekend to primp and preen you back to perfection everytime you get a little too ‘Aunt Sally’. Salon Wonder is a progressive, relaxing and extremely skilled team of hairdressers from Canterbury and they will be bringing themselves, chairs and all to the festival.
1, Guildhall Street, Canterbury, 01227 45 45 44.
These guys are basically brilliant and renowned Europe wide for their travelling Big Top solar cinema. There is something for all age groups all day long and into the wee hours. Entertainment is at a premium at the Groovy Movie Picture House. Tea, cake and crazy cinema.
www.groovymovie.biz
For those of you born and bred in Canterbury you will be familiar with the fantastic artwork adorning our Oddbins stores in the city. Well Sign Boy is Dan Beedle, one time wine buff and Oddbins manager now turned independent sign writer and artist. Not only will Dan’s signs and notices be pointing you in the right direction all weekend, but his artwork will adorn many stages on the site. Keep your eyes peeled cos Beedle’s about!
www.sign-boy.co.uk