What's on in October

Delicious Basket Meal with V.Shake included for children

Family disco with our interactive DJ

When: Sun 26 10 2025 at 12:00 pm

Until: Sun 26 10 2025 at 3:45 am

Ever wondered what happens when the doors close, the lights turn off and midnight strikes at Hempstead House Hotel? Why not come and find out for yourself!

This Halloween, Friday 31st October, for the first time ever, we are opening our doors and invite yo... (click the button below to read more)

When: Fri 31 10 2025 at 7:00 pm

Until: Sat 01 11 2025 at 12:30 am

The Gala is the annual celebration of locomotives, with as many steam and diesel locos out in service as possible! A fabulous opportunity to see your favourite loco in action, have a ride (or many) on the trains and a chance for some great photographs with l... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sun 05 10 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Sun 05 10 2025 at 4:30 pm

At grape harvest time, Networking with a Difference is hosted by the famous Chapel Down winery. Join us there for a vineyard tour and tutored tasting of award winning wines made in our own backyard.

This is the second time we've been hosted by our friends ... (click the button below to read more)

When: Tue 14 10 2025 at 10:30 am

Until: Tue 14 10 2025 at 12:30 pm

Get ready for a gooey, glowing adventure! In this fun-filled, hands-on session, kids will create their very own neon monster slime, using bright colours, mini monsters and googly eyes. Designed for children aged 4 to 11, the activity encourages creativity, ... (click the button below to read more)

When: Fri 24 10 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Fri 24 10 2025 at 11:30 am

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 12 10 2025 at 1:00 pm

Until: Sun 12 10 2025 at 3:00 pm

Get ready for a gooey, glowing adventure! In this fun-filled, hands-on session, kids will create their very own neon monster slime, using bright colours, mini monsters and googly eyes. Designed for children aged 4 to 11, the activity encourages creativity, ... (click the button below to read more)

When: Mon 20 10 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Mon 20 10 2025 at 2:30 pm

Enjoy a spooky night time tour around one of Kent’s most paranormally active locations and hear tales of strange occurrences in the 300 year history of Fort Amherst.

From the moment you enter the tunnel complex our tales begin, for there is not a sin... (click the button below to read more)

When: Fri 30 01 2026 at 8:00 pm

Until: Wed 30 10 2030 at 9:45 pm

Ready, set, glow. Join us at Heli Hike at Night — a fun, feel-good walk under the stars in support of your local air ambulance charity, KSS.

Grab your glow sticks, flashing accessories, fancy dress, and get ready to shine as we light up the beautiful Mote... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sat 25 10 2025 at 5:00 pm

Until: Sat 25 10 2025 at 9:00 pm

A super value outing for the little ones during half term!

Wednesday 22nd Oct – Sunday 26th Oct
11am – 2pm

Pay-per-Ride the Spook Train
Walk among the Woodland Graveyard
And Spot Ghosts in the Woods for a prize
(included in your train ticket)

Tea... (click the button below to read more)

When: Wed 22 10 2025 at 11:00 am

Until: Sun 26 10 2025 at 2:00 pm

Join us for a fantastic evening of networking in one of Ashford's community-driven venues The New Fox Inn. This event is sponsored by the local Commercial Insurance business QMT Insureand is perfect for all professions. Connect with like-minded individuals, e... (click the button below to read more)

When: Mon 27 10 2025 at 6:30 pm

Until: Mon 27 10 2025 at 8:30 pm

An evening of sharing ideas, inspiration, learning and promoting your business with sponsors Orida Hotel, Maidstone. This event is perfect for startups and professionals from all sectors. Perfect for introverts who have never experienced business networking a... (click the button below to read more)

When: Mon 20 10 2025 at 6:30 pm

Until: Mon 20 10 2025 at 8:30 pm

Looking for the perfect excuse to escape together?

This October & November, every Thursday-Saturday, we're serving up the ultimate Date Night Dinner at Frasers.

Share a beautifully cooked Chateaubriand for Two with all
the trimmings - thrice-cooked ch... (click the button below to read more)

When: Thu 02 10 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Mon 01 12 2025 at 10:00 am

Join us for a fantastic morning of networking at the conveniently located Riverside Church! This event is perfect for all professions. Connect with like-minded individuals, exchange ideas, and build valuable relationships.

Whether you're a seasoned pro or... (click the button below to read more)

When: Wed 22 10 2025 at 10:30 am

Until: Wed 22 10 2025 at 12:30 pm

Come and find out all about apples and pears. Pick your own fruit from the Brogdale Collections orchards. We have fruit tastings, guided tours of the National Fruit Collection, guided tractor tours of the pear collection, apple displays, expert talks, food an... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sat 04 10 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Sun 05 10 2025 at 4:00 pm