What's on in October

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

A four week short course led by Caroline Halfpenny, bespoke gardener and RHS lecturer, who will share with you her horticultural knowledge and expertise. You will learn to sow and grow hardy annuals, while designing vibrant garden borders that showcase your ... (click the button below to read more)

When: Thu 25 09 2025 at 1:15 pm

Until: Thu 16 10 2025 at 4:15 pm

Enjoy a delicious selection of festive sandwiches, cranberry and plain scones, finished off with warm mince pies, mini chocolate brownies and red velvet cupcakes.

All served with unlimited tea and coffee.

When: Thu 30 10 2025 at 8:00 am

Until: Wed 24 12 2025 at 8:00 am

This October, the park transforms into a spook-tacular adventure for all ages! Follow our Halloween Trail through the winding woodland paths, solving riddles and spotting spooky surprises.

Dress in your best costumes, bring your little ghouls and goblins, ... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sat 25 10 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Sun 02 11 2025 at 3:00 pm

PYO Fruit Weekends are a unique opportunity to pick your own unusual variety cherries, plums, gages, apples and pears from the Brogdale Collections orchards. PYO runs every weekend during fruit season from 21st June – 26th October (except event days). Visitor... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sat 21 06 2025 at 10:00 am

Until: Sun 26 10 2025 at 4:00 pm

Dance the night away and enjoy a blast from the past with our fantastic 80's disco! A must for all you 'uptown guys & girls' as our high energy DJ takes you back in time.
2-Course Set Menu (Main and Dessert)
Floor filling hits from start to finish

When: Fri 31 10 2025 at 7:00 pm

Until: Fri 31 10 2025 at 11:45 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

Join us for a delicious afternoon tea at the Cannon Cafe. Afternoon tea includes a selection of sandwiches, scones and sweet treats and includes unlimited tea and coffee.

When: Fri 02 01 2026 at 9:00 am

Until: Wed 30 10 2030 at 9:00 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

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

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