What's on in August

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

Brands Hatch celebrates one of the planet’s most passionate automotive nations on Sunday 10 August. This family friendly event blends a themed programme on the race circuit with a colourful off-track show to match.

Action on the Indy layout includes dedic... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sun 10 08 2025 at 9:00 am

Until: Sun 10 08 2025 at 4:00 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: Thu 14 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Thu 14 08 2025 at 3:00 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

Our passionate curator will take you around the historic house exploring how the rooms were used over 70 years ago to carry out top-secret work as part of Operation Ultra. Discover how American soldiers stationed at Hall Place – code name Santa Fe – intercept... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sun 10 08 2025 at 10:45 am

Until: Sun 10 08 2025 at 1:00 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 10 08 2025 at 1:00 pm

Until: Sun 10 08 2025 at 3:00 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

Flower Pounding Bags

Get ready for a wonderfully creative and slightly noisy workshop with award winning The Creation Station! Using real flowers, children will explore the unique art of flower pounding - transferring natural dyes from petals onto fabric t... (click the button below to read more)

When: Fri 08 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Fri 08 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

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

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: Tue 19 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Tue 19 08 2025 at 2:30 pm

Wednesday, 13th August, 2025

18:00 – 21:00

We invite you to join us in the cosiness of Lympne Castle’s interior and the breathtaking exterior and enjoy your latest read. Unlike regular book clubs, bring your own book and read in peace whilst enjoying a ... (click the button below to read more)

When: Wed 13 08 2025 at 6:00 pm

Until: Wed 13 08 2025 at 9:00 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