# Event Details - **Event Name**: Independents Day to Return to Westwood Cross This September - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Westwood Cross, together with charity partner, East Kent Mind, has announced that its popular Independents Day event will return to the centre on Saturday 26 September.First launched in 2024, Westwood Cross Independents Day showcases the creativity and quality of local businesses across Thanet, while bringing the community together to encourage positive mindsets and wellbeing. Trader pitch fees are donated to East Kent Mind to help fund vital wellbeing activities and mental health support services across the district.In 2025 around 50 independent businesses took part, offering a fantastic mix of arts and crafts, artisan food, handmade gifts and more. In total, the event raised over £1,430 for the charity.Independents Day forms part of Westwood Cross’s ongoing support for East Kent Mind. The centre actively encourages guests to take part in kind and meaningful conversations, helping to foster a strong sense of community and belonging across Thanet.Centre Director at Westwood Cross, Fran Donovan, said, “We can’t wait to bring Independents Day back to Westwood Cross this September. Last year’s success showed just how much talent, creativity and community spirit we have here in Thanet, and this year promises to be even bigger and better.“Independents Day isn’t just a market – it’s a vibrant celebration of local makers, creators and businesses. It’s a chance for people to come together, discover something new, and support the incredible work of East Kent Mind at the same time. We’re excited to welcome guests for a full day packed with energy, inspiration and community pride.”Karen Brinkman, Engagement and Fundraising Officer, at East Kent Mind, said “We’re so grateful to Westwood Cross for once again collaborating with us for Westwood Cross Independents Day. Their continued support helps make this important fundraiser possible, while shining a spotlight on the amazing independent traders that make our community so special.“We’re looking forward to announcing the local businesses and vendors taking part. Traders interested in securing a pitch are invited to apply by contacting us directly”Westwood Cross’s Independents Day will be taking place in the Primark car park on Saturday 26 September. Further details about opening times, vendors, businesses, and attractions are yet to be announced.For Traders interested in the event please contact Karen Brinkman directly using the following email address karenBrinkman@eastmind.org.uk. For more information about Westwood Cross, please visit: https://www.westwoodx.co.uk/ - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/broadstairs/independents-day-to-return-to-westwood-cross-this-september-tickets/80001325906335 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, nonprofit, charities, mental-health - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD - **Ticket informations**: - ticket_1 — 0.00 USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Broadstairs - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Westwood Cross - **lat**: 51.3601292 - **long**: 1.3939255 - **full address**: Westwood Cross, 23 Margate Rd, Westwood, Broadstairs CT10 2BF, United Kingdom, Broadstairs ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Independents Day to Return to Westwood Cross This September - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69b2e03a8b08f.jpg ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Independents Day to Return to Westwood Cross This September being held? - **A:** Independents Day to Return to Westwood Cross This September takes place on Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Westwood Cross, 23 Margate Rd, Westwood, Broadstairs CT10 2BF, United Kingdom, Broadstairs. - **Q**: Who is organizing Independents Day to Return to Westwood Cross This September? - **A:** Independents Day to Return to Westwood Cross This September is organized by Westwood Cross. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Independents Day to Return to Westwood Cross This September", "image": "https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69b2e03a8b08f.jpg", "startDate": "2026-09-26T10:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2026-09-26T18:00:00+01:00", "url": "https://allevents.in/broadstairs/independents-day-to-return-to-westwood-cross-this-september-tickets/80001325906335", "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Westwood Cross", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "23 Margate Rd, Westwood, Broadstairs CT10 2BF, United Kingdom", "postalCode": "CT10 2BF", "addressLocality": "Broadstairs", "addressRegion": "EN", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "51.3601292", "longitude": "1.3939255" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Westwood Cross, together with charity partner, East Kent Mind, has announced that its popular Independents Day event will return to the centre on Saturday 26 September.First launched in 2024, Westwood Cross Independents Day showcases the creativity and quality of local businesses across Thanet, whil", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-03-12", "availabilityEnds": "2026-09-26T18:00:00+01:00", "validFrom": "2026-03-12", "lowPrice": "0.00", "highPrice": "0.00", "price": "0.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/broadstairs/independents-day-to-return-to-westwood-cross-this-september-tickets/80001325906335" }, { "@type": "Offer", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-03-12", "availabilityEnds": "2026-09-26T18:00:00+01:00", "validFrom": "2026-03-12", "price": "0.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/broadstairs/independents-day-to-return-to-westwood-cross-this-september-tickets/80001325906335", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "name": "Free" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Westwood Cross", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/westwood-cross/24882453" } ] } ] ```