Stone Pavilion
📍 Location: The Pavilion, Hayes Road, Stone, Greenhithe, DA9 9DS
🕖 Time: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
📅 Save the Dates
Wednesday 20th May 2026
Wednesday 3rd June 2026
Wednesday 17th June 2026
Wednesday 1st July 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
📅 Save the Dates
Wednesday 17th June 2026
Wednesday 15th July 2026
Wednesday 19th August 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.
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:
2 PM - 3PM
Thursday 14th May 2026
Thursday 11th June 2026
Thursday 25th June 2026
Thursday 9th July 2026
Tune in: www.valleyparkradio.org.uk and select, how you want to listen.
Explore hope on prescriptions upcoming events
Open Mic Nights
In collaboration with The Stage Door
📍 The Stage Door, Dartford, DA1 1BE
🕖 8.00 PM - 10.00 PM
📅 Save the Dates
Tuesday 2nd June 2026
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
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.
DARTFORD PRIDE SLAM: CELEBRATE YOU ✨
Get ready to let your voice shine! 🏳️🌈 This Pride month, we’re inviting you to the Sir Peter Blake Gallery for an evening of creativity, connection, and the celebration of the individual.
Whether you’re a seasoned storyteller or finding your voice for the first time, this is your stage.
📅 When: Tuesday, 9th June 2026
THE LINEUP:
📝 5 PM – 6 PM: Free Writing & Performance Workshop
Refine your craft with Jemma Burgess and Vivian Alexander. We have 10 spaces available for those looking to sharpen their performance skills before the main event.
🎤 6 PM – 8 PM: The Dartford Slam
Dartford’s first-ever Slam Competition is here! We are looking for 10 poets and spoken word artists to perform a 3-minute piece. Four judges (to be announced!) will crown the winner. 🏆
🌟 Special Guest: We are thrilled to welcome the incredible Henry Madd as our headliner!
📍 Where: Sir Peter Blake Gallery, Dartford Library
HOW TO JOIN:
Spaces are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
📧 Email info@hopeonprescription.co.uk to sign up for the workshop, the slam, or both!
Come to perform, come to cheer, or come to be inspired. Let’s celebrate Pride through the power of words.
Deadline for Signing Up: Friday 5th June 2026
Dartford Prides poetry display around dartford's town centre
COMPETITION CLOSED - WINNERS TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON!
We’re so excited to share this beautiful opportunity with you! As part of Dartford Pride 2026, Hope On Prescription is in collaboration with Dartford Pride, Dartford Borough Council and the Orchard West and we’re inviting YOU to submit a Pride-themed poem for the chance to have your words displayed across Dartford during Pride Week.
Eight Successful Poets
Just 8 poets will be selected and each will receive £45 for their work.
This is your moment to be seen, to be heard, and to celebrate identity, love, truth and pride through your words.
How to Submit?
Send your poem to: info@hopeonprescription.co.uk
Whether you’re an experienced poet or just beginning your journey, your voice matters here. We would LOVE to read your work.
Poems will be on display throughout Pride Week
Many Heartfelt Thanks To Our Sponsors and Supporters 2026
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