What's on in August

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

“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

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

We are super excited to welcome GAMES ON WHEELS KENT to Gravesend. A must for all the young gamers out there! The gaming bus will be located in our carpark and can accommodate up to 16 children, with all of them playing at the same time.

Bring along yo... (click the button below to read more)

When: Wed 30 07 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Wed 20 08 2025 at 2:15 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

We are raising funds for Breast Cancer - come and have a lesson or if a shooter a round of clays and then have an enjoyable afternoon tea with us - sweepstake and raffle all week - Pre Booked Only

When: Tue 12 08 2025 at 1:00 pm

Until: Thu 14 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

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 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

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: Thu 28 08 2025 at 10:30 am

Until: Thu 28 08 2025 at 2:30 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

We are super excited to welcome back GAMES ON WHEELS KENT. A must for all the young gamers out there! Their new, state of the art, gaming bus will be located in our carpark and can accommodate up to 16 children, with all of them playing at the same time.
... (click the button below to read more)

When: Mon 04 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Thu 21 08 2025 at 11:45 am

Join award winning The Creation Station and celebrate the beauty of nature in this hands-on workshop where children will decorate their very own fabric bag using a range of creative printing techniques, including the use of real flowers to add exciting printe... (click the button below to read more)

When: Wed 06 08 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Wed 06 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

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