What's on in August

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

“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

Bring a picnic blanket or chair and bring some yummy food, settle down for an evening under the stars. Bridget Jones navigates life as a widow and single mom with the help of her family, friends, and former lover, Daniel. Back to work and on the apps, she’s p... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sat 30 08 2025 at 7:00 pm

Until: Sat 30 08 2025 at 11:00 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

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

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

While the August sun begins to drift towards the horizon and shadows lengthen, join award-winning storyteller Jason Buck - back by popular demand - as he weaves dark tales of ghosts and supernatural, among the trees at this cosy, rural open-air site.

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When: Sat 09 08 2025 at 7:30 pm

Until: Sat 09 08 2025 at 9:30 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

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

It’s time to get your boots on and throw those cowboy hats in the air as Hempstead House Hotel transports you to the southern states of the U.S of A this summer with an exciting evening of live music, line dancing and delicious food with our Country by Twilig... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sat 30 08 2025 at 5:00 pm

Until: Sat 30 08 2025 at 8:30 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

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

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

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