What's on this Week

Tapas Thursdays at The Hook & Hatchet
3 delicious dishes and a drink (175ml House Wine, Pint of Carlsberg or Wainwright, or 16oz Soft Drink) for just £15 – all day, every Thursday.
Perfect for sharing, grazing and trying a bit of everything… just how tapas... (click the button below to read more)

Taking place on Thursday at 12:00 pm until 9:00 pm

Start your day with birdsong at The Field View 1, a cozy tiny house UK retreat set within a 300-acre eco-estate in Kent's heart. Immerse yourself in nature from the moment you turn onto the driveway. Observe cows and calves napping under the sun, horses grazi... (click the button below to read more)

When: Wed 20 08 2025 at 2:00 pm

Until: Tue 20 08 2030 at 2:00 pm

Enjoy a delicious Afternoon Tea, in a warm and cosy setting
at ORIDA Hotels Maidstone.

Available daily. Advanced pre-booking required

£20.00 per person
Upgrade to a glass of Prosecco for an extra £5.00.

For more information, or to book call the hotel on 01622 734 322.

When: Thu 01 01 2026 at 12:00 pm

Until: Thu 31 12 2026 at 5:00 pm

On the 1st Friday of each month, join our general knowledge quiz. £2pp entry, teams of up to 6

Taking place on Friday at 9:00 pm until 11:00 pm

We invite you to start the new year with a positive step to improve your wellbeing. These sessions are designed for the over 55s and younger people with long term health conditions and are based on horticultural activities that connect people with nature and ... (click the button below to read more)

Taking place on Monday at 11:30 am until 1:30 pm

Mum2Mum Market is a pop up market of nearly-new baby, kids and maternity goods where mums sell to mums. All items for sale are secondhand and in great condition. We bring together parents with lightly used baby and children's goods and parents looking for p... (click the button below to read more)

Taking place on Saturday at 2:00 pm until 4:00 pm

Fortnightly Bingo, eyes down at 7:30pm
Book of 3 £5
Book of 6 £10

Taking place on Monday at 5:30 pm until 10:00 pm

All aboard the miniature steam railway run by members of the Welling & District Model Engineering Society!

School term times only.

Location:  Located in the gardens – Cross the river at the weir bridge by the Visitor Centre and turn left. Keep walki... (click the button below to read more)

Taking place on Sunday at 12:30 pm until 4:00 pm

Arrival at our forest venue for 10:00

Team briefing at 10:15

Games until 12:15

You can then use our party areas for 30 minutes afterwards for pizza and cake.

Departure time by 12:45.

For any queries, at any point during our booking process just... (click the button below to read more)

Taking place on Sunday at 10:00 am until 12:45 pm

Debbie will be selling her luxury handmade candles on various
dates throughout the year.

Contact our Events Team at events.maidstone@oridahotels.com or call 01622 734 322 opt 2 for confirmed dates.

Free to attend, with complimentary onsite parking.
10AM - 4PM

When: Thu 01 01 2026 at 10:00 am

Until: Thu 31 12 2026 at 4:00 pm

Here at Drakes Cork and Cask Maidstone, we host a Jam Night every Tuesday from 8.30pm.
All musicians and singers are welcome, from established professionals to budding beginners.
Our kitchen will be open and the drinks flowing.
Drop us a message to book a ... (click the button below to read more)

Taking place on Tuesday at 8:30 pm until 11:00 pm

Get ready for some serious fun! We're excited to introduce our brand-new multiplayer darts experience to the Pub & Grill. Whether you're a pro or just playing for fun with friends or colleagues, it’s the perfect challenge, with 11 exciting games to enjoy!

Taking place on Saturday at 5:00 pm until 9:00 pm

Come and discover how the tunnels were used during Napoleonic times for shelter, storage and defence. Also, discover the strategic role that the tunnels of Fort Amherst played during World War II as a base of operations.

Tunnel History

There were always... (click the button below to read more)

When: Fri 02 01 2026 at 10:00 am

Until: Mon 14 09 2026 at 3:00 pm

Yoga with You in Mind: Heal, Reset, Restore - (Term Times Only)
Our yoga sessions are thoughtfully designed to meet you exactly where you are—whether you're feeling uncertain, just starting your wellness journey, or looking to deepen your connection with you... (click the button below to read more)

Taking place on Friday at 9:15 am until 10:15 am

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