What's on in August

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: Mon 28 07 2025 at 10:15 am

Until: Thu 28 08 2025 at 2:15 pm

We are thrilled that James has been able to return this Summer despite his very busy schedule. James Parsons is the UK's leading provider of comic art workshops, boosting storytelling and drawing skills, unlocking creativity and sharing illustration tricks u... (click the button below to read more)

When: Wed 20 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Wed 20 08 2025 at 2:30 pm

Get ready for a squishy, stretchy, and sparkly slime-making session this summer! Join award-winning The Creation Station for a hands-on Shimmer Foam Slime Workshop. Children will dive into the fun of slime as they create their own custom mix using shimmer pa... (click the button below to read more)

When: Mon 11 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Mon 11 08 2025 at 2:30 pm

Saturday, 16th August

11:00 – 12:00

Get Ready for a Slime-tastic Adventure at Lympne Castle!

Lympne Castle is thrilled to welcome back Einstein’s Entertainers with their award-winning workshops that promise to delight and inspire!

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

When: Sat 16 08 2025 at 11:00 am

Until: Sat 16 08 2025 at 12:00 pm

Get ready to explore the wonders of science, art, and creativity in this hands-on workshop packed with three exciting STEM-based activities!

Whirligigs – Design and spin colourful pattern discs while discovering how movement and colour mixing work together... (click the button below to read more)

When: Mon 18 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Mon 18 08 2025 at 2:30 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

Summer Mid-Week Diesel trains and Kids Woodland Treasure Hunt

Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday during the summer holidays (Wed 23rd July - Fri 29th August)
11am - 1.45pm - No need to book!

A super low cost outing to keep the kids busy!

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

When: Wed 23 07 2025 at 11:00 am

Until: Fri 29 08 2025 at 2:00 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

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

New pours, same sips! Experience an evening full of new wines, a specially curated sharing tasting menu and much more.

The evening kicks off with welcome drinks and canapés from 7pm, allowing you to mingle and savour the atmosphere before the main dining e... (click the button below to read more)

When: Thu 07 08 2025 at 7:00 pm

Until: Thu 07 08 2025 at 11:00 pm

Get ready for a squishy, stretchy, and sparkly slime-making session this summer! Join award-winning The Creation Station for a hands-on Shimmer Foam Slime Workshop. Children will dive into the fun of slime as they create their own custom mix using shimmer pa... (click the button below to read more)

When: Fri 15 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Fri 15 08 2025 at 2:30 pm

“We are all fools in love!”
This Summer, the ultimate love story comes to Hempstead House Hotel as we celebrate the 250th anniversary year of its author, Jane Austen.

On Sunday 3rd August 2025, we invite you, your family and your friends to an afternoon ... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sun 03 08 2025 at 3:00 pm

Until: Sun 03 08 2025 at 5:30 pm

Detective Science: The Great Whodunnit Mystery!
Presented by FizzPop Science

This Summer, young sleuths are invited to become science detectives in this exciting and interactive workshop from FizzPop Science! Using scientific techniques like fingerprint a... (click the button below to read more)

When: Tue 26 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Tue 26 08 2025 at 1:30 pm

Let your child’s creativity shine in this colourful Mosaic Art Workshop with award-winning The Creation Station! Using a variety of safe, child-friendly materials, children will design and create their very own mosaic masterpiece onto canvas.

From bold pat... (click the button below to read more)

When: Tue 12 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Tue 12 08 2025 at 11:30 am

Free event suitable for all ages!
Stories of Medieval Mayhem, Mystery and Mirth meet with Terrible Tudor Tales at Hall Place and Gardens this Summer.

Come one, come all, and listen to our storyteller, Dave Tonge, the Yarnsmith of Norwich as he transports... (click the button below to read more)

When: Tue 05 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Tue 05 08 2025 at 4:00 pm