What's on in July

We are excited to announce that Allington Castle Gardens will be opening their doors on Sunday 20 July and Sunday 4 August.
There's more! Allington Castle has generously donated a limited number of admission tickets for a private one hour guided castle tour
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When: Sun 20 07 2025 at 12:00 pm

Until: Sun 20 07 2025 at 5:00 pm

His Majesty invites his loyal subjects to petition him...

The year is 1544 and King Henry, the Eighth of that name, is engaged upon a Royal Progress about his Realm. He has halted here, in Chatham, to afford his loyal subjects the opportunity to have a... (click the button below to read more)

When: Fri 18 07 2025 at 7:00 pm

Until: Sat 19 07 2025 at 9:00 pm

Join Maidstone Wind Symphony for an afternoon of tea, treats and tunes!

Saturday 5th July, 3-5pm at St Augustine Academy, Maidstone.

Enjoy an afternoon tea picnic box prepared by award-winning cafe Fed on the Green while you listen to background chamber... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sat 05 07 2025 at 3:00 pm

Until: Sat 05 07 2025 at 5:00 pm

As a celebration of the forties up to present day, this great event continues to entertain the crowds year after year with its mix of re-enactors, living history, trade stands, military vehicles, wood carving, food, drink and music, fashion and song. Our new... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sat 26 07 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Sun 27 07 2025 at 5:00 pm

PYO Fruit Weekends are a unique opportunity to pick your own unusual variety cherries, plums, gages, apples and pears from the Brogdale Collections orchards. PYO runs every weekend during fruit season from 21st June – 26th October (except event days). Visitor... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sat 21 06 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Sun 26 10 2025 at 4:00 pm

Welcome back to The Walnut Tree, Tony Pepper! Tony plays in several bands, duos locally plus festivals. A firm favourite.

When: Thu 24 07 2025 at 9:00 pm

Until: Fri 25 07 2025 at 11:00 pm

Bikefest is back and ready to roll!

Plus Spitroast, Kent's best hard rock band - AC/DC - Iron Maiden - Metallica and more!

Mark your calendars for a fun celebration of all things bikes.

Starts at 5.30pm, live music from 7.00pm.

When: Thu 03 07 2025 at 5:00 pm

Until: Thu 03 07 2025 at 10:30 pm

Event Details
Betteshanger Rocks 2025 is going to be EPIC! Get ready for TWO full days of non-stop entertainment!

Dates: Saturday, 19th July & Sunday, 20th July

Saturday - Tribute Edition: Rock out with the best tribute acts, featuring:

Elton John
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When: Sat 19 07 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Sun 20 07 2025 at 10:00 am

All aboard the Bredgar & Wormshill Light Railway, the venue for our Networking with a Difference event on 16th July.

Make new business connections whilst enjoying exploring this unique steam heritage destination.

Parking & refreshments provided. And if ... (click the button below to read more)

When: Wed 16 07 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Wed 16 07 2025 at 1:00 pm

Al Morgan will be DJ-ing here at the Walnut Tree.
bringing us mixes of Reggae, Ska, Northern Soul and many many more!

Starts 9pm, free entry

When: Fri 18 07 2025 at 9:00 pm

Until: Fri 18 07 2025 at 11:00 pm

Join us for a 3-course Sunday lunch accompanied by live smooth Jazz at Chilston Park Hotel
Sit back with friends and family and enjoy a Sunday lunch whilst you listen to live music at Chilston Park.

The gardens and grounds are the perfect place to explore... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sun 13 07 2025 at 1:00 pm

Until: Sun 13 07 2025 at 3:00 pm

Calling all music lovers!

Join us for a night of grooves, melodies, and pure music talent at The Walnut Trees’ jam session. Bring your instruments and let's create some unforgettable tunes together!

From 8.30pm, free entry.

When: Mon 07 07 2025 at 8:30 pm

Until: Mon 07 07 2025 at 10:30 pm

Songwriters Club happens monthly at The Walnut Tree.

When: Tue 15 07 2025 at 8:30 pm

Until: Tue 15 07 2025 at 10:30 pm

Come together to support our hospice.

Heart of Kent Hospice Cup is more than just a tournament; it's a celebration of community, compassion and commitment to providing exceptional care for those facing life-limiting illnesses.

Players will enjoy a day o... (click the button below to read more)

When: Wed 09 07 2025 at 9:30 am

Until: Wed 09 07 2025 at 8:00 pm

Your normal Thursday night just got better with a live band music quiz! Get ready to test your music knowledge and groove to the tunes!

Starts 8.30pm.

When: Thu 03 07 2025 at 8:30 pm

Until: Thu 03 07 2025 at 10:30 pm