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Awakening Hope Through Poetry, Music and Art

Where the Light Begins Festival, delivered by Hope on Prescription, was the first-ever poetry festival in Dartford in 2025. A powerful celebration of words, wellbeing and community connection. Bringing together artists, schools, health partners and local organisations, it was a true cross-sector collaboration built on the belief that hope and creativity belong to everyone. The festival supported community creating creativity, amplifying diverse voices and proving that when we write together, the light truly begins. 


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Where the Light Begins Festival 

Saturday 26th September 2026

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Writing for Wellbeing Workshops

Slow down, breathe, and reconnect through words. A friendly space to reflect and express. 

Whether you're looking to boost your wellbeing, spark creativity, or simply connect with others, this is your space to explore. Give yourself the gift of creative expression!  


Stone Pavilion             


📍 Location: The Pavilion, Hayes Road, Stone, Greenhithe, DA9 9DS

🕖 Time: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

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PLEASE NOTE: There will be no workshops at Stone in June, 

workshops will resume on: 


Wednesday 8th July 2026 

Wednesday 22nd July 2026 

Wednesday 5th August 2026

Wednesday 19th August 2026 

Wednesday 2nd September 2026 

Wednesday 16th September 2026 

Wednesday 14th October 2026 

Wednesday 28th October 2026

Wednesday 11th November 2026 

 

18 Yrs + | Workshops are £10 per person to help cover the costs of the hall. 


Swanscombe Community Hub

 

📍 Location: Swanscombe and Greenhithe Community Hub

      First floor, Old Fire Station, Church Road, Swanscombe, DA10 0HF

🕖 Time:  1 PM - 2.30 PM  

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Wednesday 17th June 2026 

Wednesday 15th July 2026 

Wednesday 19th August 2026 

Wednesday 16th September 2026 

Wednesday 21st October 2026

Wednesday 18th November 2026 


18 Yrs + | Workshops are FREE to attend, donations welcomed to help cover costs. 


Dartford Library

 

📍 Location: Dartford Library, Market St, Dartford DA1 1EU 

🕖 Time:  10.30 AM - 12 PM  

📅 Save the Dates

 

Saturday 11th July 2026 

Saturday 8th August 2026

Saturday 12th September 2026

Saturday 10th October 2026

Saturday 14th November 2026

Saturday 12th December 2026 


18 Yrs + | Workshops are FREE to attend, donations welcomed to help cover costs. 


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Hope On Prescription runs a fortnightly radio slot on Valley Park Radio, hosted by Jemma Burgess and Dave Lockyer. Discovering stories, services and solutions that can provide us hope during challenging times. 


Upcoming Shows 2026: 

2 PM - 3PM


Thursday 9th July  

Thursday 23rd July  

Thursday 6th August  

Thursday 20th August

Thursday 3rd September

Thursday 17th September 

Thursday 15th October

Thursday 29th October 

Thursday 12th November 

Thursday 26th November 

Thursday 10th December  


Tune in: www.valleyparkradio.org.uk and select, how you want to listen. 

Explore hope on prescriptions upcoming events

Open Mic Nights


With many thanks to The Stage Door


📍 The Stage Door, Dartford, DA1 1BE
🕖 8.00 PM - 10.00 PM 

📅 Save the Dates


Tuesday 7th July 2026  

Tuesday 4th August 2026  

Tuesday 1st September 2026


This is a poetry-focused open mic, the performance slots are for poets only, but everyone is warmly invited to come along, watch, and soak it all in. Expect an evening of wondering words, exhilarating voices, and powerful storytelling, a space to discover new work, connect, and be moved.


Each poet will have a 10-minute set, with a short interval to pause and connect. Themes are completely optional, all themes welcome. 


👇 Want to perform? Please email: info@hopeonprescription.co.uk
***Please note: performance slots are limited, so act fast! Please note we take advance bookings. 


This is a FREE event. 

Writing and Performance Workshops at the orchard theatre

Written Within, Spoken Out is a two-hour writing for wellbeing and performance skills workshop for adults seeking creative expression and personal growth. 


The first hour offers a calm, welcoming space to write, reflect, and connect. No pressure and no experience required. Writing in a supportive group can reduce isolation, strengthen confidence, and support emotional wellbeing. 


The second hour gently introduces performance skills for those who wish to develop their voice, improve communication and or performance skills, whilst building confidence sharing their work. Participants are always free to simply observe. 


A nurturing space to explore your words, your voice, and your confidence at your own pace. 


Writing in a supportive group can: 

  • Reduce feelings of isolation  • Increase confidence  • Support emotional wellbeing  • Spark creativity  • Strengthen self-expression  

• Create meaningful connection 


You will learn: 

  • Voice control and projection  • Managing nerves  • Clear articulation  • Authentic delivery  • Stage confidence  • Presence and storytelling skills


📍  Orchard West 20-54 Hythe Street, Dartford, Kent, DA1 1BX
🕖 7 PM - 9 PM 

📅 Save the Dates:


Thursday 25th June

 Thursday 23rd July 

Thursday 24th September 


 Paper, Pens & Rising Voices is a two-hour creative writing and performance workshop designed to help young people aged 12–17 find and develop their voice.  


In the first hour, participants explore poetry and creative writing through guided prompts that build imagination, emotional awareness, and storytelling skills. In the second hour, they learn how to bring their words to life through performance techniques including voice projection, stage presence, articulation, and confident delivery.   


This workshop supports confidence building, communication skills, self-expression, and resilience in a safe, encouraging and inspiring environment.   


Hour One – Create  Develop:  • Creative expression  • Storytelling techniques  • Vocabulary expansion  • Emotional literacy  • Imagination & originality   


Hour Two – Perform  Learn:  • Stage presence  • Voice projection        • Breath control  • Performance confidence  • Public speaking skills    • Body language awareness   


This workshop doesn’t just teach writing it builds courage, communication skills, resilience and self-belief.


📍  Orchard West 20-54 Hythe Street, Dartford, Kent, DA1 1BX
🕖 10 AM - 12 PM 

📅 Save the Dates:


 Thursday 28th May   

 Thursday 30th July

 Thursday 29th October 

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