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

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

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

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

On Sunday 17th August, from 12:30, enjoy a complimentary live performance by the incredibly talented Beau Keats! Known for her unique and soulful voice, Beau’s music draws inspiration from legendary soul icons, and her effortless vocal performance is often co... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sun 17 08 2025 at 12:30 pm

Until: Sun 17 08 2025 at 6:00 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: Mon 28 07 2025 at 10:15 am

Until: Thu 28 08 2025 at 2:15 pm

Join us for a fun-filled day of activities, entertainment, and community spirit!
Children’s Entertainment
Face Painting
Arts & Crafts
Food & Refreshments
Fun Activities for the Whole Family
...and much more!
Don't miss out on the ultimate summer jam-boree!

When: Wed 13 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Wed 13 08 2025 at 2:00 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

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

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

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

Millbrook Mad Hatter's Crazy Golf is back this Summer for the whole family to enjoy!

The 9-hole course is filled with fun features and obstacles everyone can play! Whatever your age or ability, we’re sure that you’ll have a tee-rrific time! Tickets cost £3 per person. Open daily from 10.30am.

When: Sat 26 07 2025 at 10:30 am

Until: Sun 31 08 2025 at 3:30 pm

Internationally renowned local festival celebrating hops & harvest, with live music, stalls, great food, real ale, traditional dance, parade, puppet show, magic, children's fun area with fairground.

When: Sat 30 08 2025 at 12:00 pm

Until: Sun 31 08 2025 at 8:00 pm

Join Ranger Stu for a fun, educational and interactive animal show where children will learn about and interact with a selection of animals. The amazing animals include: an owl, tarantula, tortoise, lizard, snake, armadillo and tenrec (animals may be change).... (click the button below to read more)

When: Tue 19 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Tue 19 08 2025 at 3:30 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