What's on in August

Find out all about wonderful plums. This one-off opportunity to pick your own plums from the National Fruit Collection (rather than the Brogdale Collections orchards). We have fruit tastings, guided tours of the National Fruit Collection, plum displays, exper... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sat 09 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Sun 10 08 2025 at 4:00 pm

Dates: 19th, 20th August (Summer holidays)

Time Slots: 10am – 12pm, 11am – 1pm & 1pm – 3pm
Orchard Activity Day: Kids’ Heritage Orchard Juicing Workshops.

Everyone loves apple juice and it’s something the whole family can enjoy, but have you ever thou... (click the button below to read more)

When: Tue 19 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Wed 20 08 2025 at 3:00 pm

It's back! Family Fun Day starting from 11am - 4pm.

This year there will be bouncy castles, an inflatable assault course, soft play and games.

Pre-Book now:

Purchase an all day access wristband for the kids which will give them unlimited goes on the ... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sat 16 08 2025 at 11:00 am

Until: Sat 16 08 2025 at 4:00 pm

We welcome back this Summer the brilliant Our Amazing Animal World pet rescue sanctuary, with their journey around the world!

Experienced animal handlers, Mark and Jerry, will be returning with a selection of their much loved rescued pets. You're guarantee... (click the button below to read more)

When: Thu 31 07 2025 at 10:15 am

Until: Wed 27 08 2025 at 2:15 pm

Are you looking for things to do to keep the kids busy during the summer holidays? Well, look no further than the beautiful orchards of the National Fruit Collection at Brogdale in Faversham. Why not spend a day exploring our orchards at Brogdale and discove... (click the button below to read more)

When: Tue 05 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Wed 06 08 2025 at 4:00 pm

Meet giant insects – Bug hunt – Outdoor craft – Bring a picnic – Enjoy a day at Brogdale Farm.

Come and join us for a day of mini-beastie fun! A day of exploring Brogdale and discovering fantastic bugs & mini beasts.

Close Encounters with the LIVE ... (click the button below to read more)

When: Fri 15 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Fri 15 08 2025 at 4:00 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

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
... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sun 03 08 2025 at 12:00 pm

Until: Sun 03 08 2025 at 5:00 pm

Bikefest is back and ready to roll!

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

Starts at 5.30pm, live music from 7.00pm.

When: Thu 07 08 2025 at 5:00 pm

Until: Thu 07 08 2025 at 10:30 pm

Come and support all the competitors at the Strongman Train Pull Challenge!
From 12 midday on Sunday 10th August the athletes
test their strength against an old fashioned steam train! The challenge is 20 metre pull. The fastest time wins. Both men and women... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sun 10 08 2025 at 12:00 pm

Until: Sun 10 08 2025 at 3:00 pm

Brogdale Cider Festival: Exciting new layout for 2025! Enjoy local ciders, music and family fun. Free shuttle bus to and from Faversham station.

Savour the summer while you sample locally produced cider from Kent producers. Exclusive barrels of scrumptio... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sat 23 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Sun 24 08 2025 at 5:00 pm

Mark your calendar for the 4th Amazing Thailand Festival presented by Thai Orchid Maidstone, Aroi Dee Maidstone, Singha & Lockmeadow Entertainment Centre to host ‘Amazing Thailand Festival 2025 Maidstone, UK’ at Coronation Square, Lockmeadow Entertainment Cen... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sat 09 08 2025 at 9:00 am

Until: Sun 10 08 2025 at 9:00 pm

The Invicta Model Railway Show is a special event day of the year for all train enthusiasts!

Organised by Invicta Model Rail, the Engine Shed will be hosting the model railway exhibition with a number of unique layouts for you to view, alongside our own ... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sun 03 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Sun 03 08 2025 at 5:00 pm

After last year’s fantastic event, we’ve got even more to celebrate in 2025. The 4th Heritage Sprint promises to be bigger and better, bringing together a vibrant crowd of bikers, enthusiasts, and families. With more racers, more exhibitors, and more activiti... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sat 09 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Sun 10 08 2025 at 4:00 pm

Join us every Sunday through July and August for our Summer Sunday Afternoon Music

Sunday 6th - Beau Keats 3pm

Sunday 13th - LKG Duo 2pm

Sunday 20th - Jamie Leigh Nelson 3pm

Sunday 27th - David Shepherd 3pm

Sunday 3rd - Chicory ... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sun 06 07 2025 at 3:00 pm

Until: Sun 31 08 2025 at 5:00 pm