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Rob Biddulph family activity trail at Chartwell - National trust

Today to Sun 6 Sep Chartwell, Mapleton Road, Westerham TN16 1PS Step into a world of imagination this summer and explore the garden with activities inspired by Rob Biddulph’s latest book, ‘When I grow up I’d like...

Summer of Play at Emmetts Garden - National Trust

Sat 18 Jul to Sun 6 Sep Emmetts Garden, Ide Hill, Sevenoaks TN14 6BA Enjoy family fun, active and nature-based play at Emmetts Garden this summer. Get ready for a summer jam-packed with fun...

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Play your way around the world at Quebec House - National Trust

Sat 18 Jul, Sun 19 Jul, Wed 22 Jul, and more dates until Mon 31 Aug Quebec House, Quebec Square, Westerham TN16 1TD Join us for some fun in garden this summer. Have a go at games and activities inspired by the history of games around the world...

Bluewater to Host ‘The Monster’

Sat 18 Jul to Mon 31 Aug Bluewater Parkway, Greenhithe DA9 9ST Bluewater is set for an action-packed summer as one of the world’s largest inflatable assault courses, The Monster, arrives during the summer...

1 Barnfield Cottages - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 19 Jul, Sat 15 Aug, Sun 16 Aug, Sun 6 Sep 1 Barnfield Cottages, Sittingbourne ME9 0TU A med sized 4 yr old garden divided into two areas. The main area consists of herbaceous borders and island beds, planted with unusual perennials and...

Farmboys Country bootsale sundays

Sun 19 Jul, Sun 26 Jul, and more dates until Mon 31 Aug One tree field fox hounds Lane southfleet DA139LH DA13 9LH Farmboys Country bootsale open weekly from the 22nd Mar at one tree field fox hounds Lane southfleet DA139LH large fields just off the A2 junction at...

Summer of Fun at the Railway - Kids Travel Free!

Wed 22 Jul to Mon 31 Aug The Kent and East Sussex Railway Tenterden Town Station, Station Road, Tenterden TN30 6HE This summer, we’re bringing family days out to life at the award-winning Kent & East Sussex Railway with an exciting programme of affordable...

Summer of Fun!

Wed 22 Jul to Mon 31 Aug Kent & East Sussex Railway, Tenterden Town Sation, Station Road, Tenterden, Kent. TN30 6HE A fun filled Summer for everyone. For the children, the Explorer Express, the Teddy Express, the Great Train Mystery, a Willow Weaving workshop (take...

Wild Wonder: Summer family workshops at Emmetts Garden - National Trus

Thu 23 Jul, Thu 30 Jul, Thu 6 Aug, Thu 13 Aug Emmetts Garden, Ide Hill, Sevenoaks TN14 6BA Reconnect with nature in an outdoor workshop led by wellness expert Tansy Dowman. Blending mindfulness, creativity and movement, the session will...

Farmboys Special artisan & food events

Sun 26 Jul, Sun 30 Aug, Mon 31 Aug One tree field fox hounds Lane southfleet DA139LH DA13 9LH Farmboys Special Event days where we hold a Specialised sale for artisan / craft / food and new stock sale alongside our weekly Farmboys Country...

4 Southview Cottages - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 1 Aug 4 Southview Cottages, Edenbridge TN8 5QG A compact 'secret' garden of multiple spaces. Entrance courtyard with a green wall, glass conservatory, rear terrace catching the sun,...

Avalon - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 1 Aug, Sun 2 Aug, Sat 22 Aug, Sun 23 Aug Avalon, Dunkirk ME13 9TN ½ acre edge of woodland garden, for all seasons, on north west slope, something round every corner, views of surrounding countryside...

Jeeves and Wooster

Sat 1 Aug Chiddingstone Castle TN8 7AD We cordially invite you to an uproarious adventure with P.G. Wodehouse’s beloved characters, Jeeves and Wooster!...

The Ed Sheeran Experience

Sat 1 Aug The Festival Theatre at Hever Castle TN8 7NG Featuring the heartfelt ballads, the infectious beats, the signature ginger hair and the loop-pedal wizardry...

Forest Therapy at Jeskyns Community Woodlands #1

Sun 2 Aug Jeskyns Community Woodland, Jeskyns Country Park, Gravesend DA12 3AN Experience the restorative practice of forest bathing at Jeskyns Community Woodland in Gravesend. This guided session invites you to slow down and...

The Ronnie Scott’s All Stars

Sun 2 Aug The Festival Theatre at Hever Castle TN8 7NG The dazzling Ronnie Scott’s All Stars are back with another new show, created just for us. You won’t see this show anywhere else, don’t miss...

Pirates of Penzance

Sun 2 Aug Chiddingstone Castle TN8 7AD Frederick, accidentally apprenticed to Pirates as a child, is indentured to the Pirate King until his 21st birthday...

The History Festival at Hever Castle

Wed 5 Aug to Sat 8 Aug Hever Castle, Hever, Edenbridge TN8 7NG Set against the stunning backdrop of Hever Castle, the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, our history festival offers a unique opportunity to step into...

Oasiz

Thu 6 Aug The Festival Theatre at Hever Castle TN8 7NG OASIZ have earned a reputation as one of the UK’s most authentic Oasis tribute acts, a fact that captured widespread attention in 2023 when a short...

A guided walk around Old Hythe

Thu 6 Aug, Thu 13 Aug, and more dates until Thu 24 Sep Town Hall, High Street,Hythe CT21 5AJ A guided walk around Old Hythe, taking in the Town Hall, historic High Street, Royal Military Canal, St Leonard's Church, Ossuary and lots

Kasper: Prince Of Cats

Fri 7 Aug The Italian Garden, Hever Castle TN8 7NG Step into the heart of the Savoy Hotel with Kaspar: Prince of Cats, a magical family adventure brought to life through enchanting puppetry, original...

Screen @ The Avenue 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' (12A)

Fri 7 Aug Avenue Theatre Central House Central Avenue Sittingbourne ME10 4DN Andy Sachs reunites with Miranda Priestly as they navigate their careers amid the decline of traditional magazine publishing...

Around The World In 80 Days

Fri 7 Aug and Sat 8 Aug The Italian Garden, Hever Castle TN8 7NG Join a talented troupe of actor-musicians as they race against the clock in this fast-paced, globe-trotting adventure based on Jules Verne’s classic...

Forest Fest

Sat 8 Aug Chiddingstone Castle Orangery & North Woods TN8 7AD We did it, you loved it, so we’re doing it again… Forest Fest is an immersive, unique, dance experience taking place in Chiddingstone Castle’s...

Bus Rally 2026

Sun 9 Aug Kent and East Sussex Railway Tenterden Town station Station Road Tenterden TN30 6HE Vintage Bus Rally at Tenterden Town Station! Tenterden Town Station will come alive with a rally featuring over a dozen vintage buses, some...

Teas , Craft and Tower Trips

Sun 9 Aug St John the Baptist Church , Wittersham, Tenterden TN30 7EA We invite you to join us for a relaxing afternoon at our historic Church in the heart of the village of Wittersham, on the Isle of Oxney, Kent ...

The Simon & Garfunkel Story

Sun 9 Aug The Festival Theatre at Hever Castle TN8 7NG ‘What a great show’ ART GARFUNKEL ?’For once you can believe the hype’ British Theatre Guide Few shows have experienced the phenomenal...

Pinocchio

Wed 12 Aug Anne Boleyn's Walk, Hever Castle TN8 7NG Carlo Collodi’s classic is a perennial favourite. It is the third most translated book in the world, having appeared in no fewer than 260 languages...

Family Pasta Making Workshop

Thu 13 Aug Bore Place, Bore Place Road, Chiddingstone, Edenbridge TN8 7AR Make fresh pasta from scratch with your child in this fun, hands-on family cooking workshop led by Bore Place’s chef...

Mary Queen Of Rock

Thu 13 Aug to Sat 15 Aug The Festival Theatre at Hever Castle TN8 7NG Welcome to ‘The next SIX!’. We couldn’t be more excited to be welcoming this Edinburgh Fringe hit, sell-out sensation, to Hever Castle...

Forest Therapy at Jeskyns Community Woodlands #2

Fri 14 Aug Jeskyns Community Woodland, Jeskyns Country Park, Gravesend DA12 3AN Experience the restorative practice of forest bathing at Jeskyns Community Woodland in Gravesend. This guided session invites you to slow down and...

ABBA Tribute Night with Kiss The Teacher

Sat 15 Aug Sheppey Little Theatre Meyrick Road SHEERNESS ME12 2NX Join the award winning Kiss The Teacher as they perform all of ABBA's greatest and most memorable hits in their award winning 100%...

The Pantiles Antiques Market

Sat 15 Aug and Sun 16 Aug The Pantiles, Royal Tunbridge Wells. Kent. TN2 5TN Around 35 fantastic outdoor pitches bristling with all variety of amazing antiques, vintage and collectable treasures - all at the amazing Pantiles...

Chapel House Estate - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 16 Aug Chapel House Estate, Ramsgate CT12 5DS Nestled in the Kent countryside, Chapel House Estates gardens blend wild beauty with thoughtful design...

Marshborough Farmhouse - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 16 Aug Marshborough Farmhouse, Sandwich CT13 0PJ Interesting 2½ acre plantsmans garden, developed enthusiastically over 27 yrs by the owners. Paths and lawns lead to many unusual shrubs, trees and...

Treasure Island

Wed 19 Aug Anne Boleyn's Walk, Hever Castle TN8 7NG Ahoy there me hearties! Long John Silver and his crew of salty old sea dogs are weighing anchor at the Festival Theatre at Hever Castle this summer...

Pizza and Pipistrelles Night

Thu 20 Aug Bore Place, Bore Place Road, Chiddingstone, Edenbridge TN8 7AR Bring a friend and join us for a relaxed summer evening at Bore Place, where you’ll learn about bats, enjoy a delicious farm-made pizza, and watch...

Abigail's Party

Fri 21 Aug and Sat 22 Aug The Festival Theatre at Hever Castle TN8 7NG In our stunning theatre on the Two Sisters’ Lawn, there is going to be a party that may make you squirm, but you won’t want to miss… Mike Leigh’s...

St Helens Lodge - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 22 Aug St Helens Lodge, Maidstone ME15 0JT Garden on three levels. Inc a white garden with paving and steps to lawn and raised pond, mixed borders and a late summer border...

Iolanthe

Sun 23 Aug The Festival Theatre at Hever Castle TN8 7NG the stage broadway world We’re delighted Charles Court Opera are returning with their enchanting production of Gilbert & Sullivan’s...

King Arthur And The Holy Fail

Tue 25 Aug The Festival Theatre at Hever Castle TN8 7NG The Three Inch Fools present an epic tale of Arthurian adventure and medieval mayhem. In a land of daring quests, dashing knights, and endless...

The Tour Of The Eras

Wed 26 Aug The Festival Theatre at Hever Castle TN8 7NG The Tour of the Eras is a heartfelt celebration of Taylor Swift’s music, crafted by fans, for fans. Hannah Jenkins has spent over a decade...

Charity Transport Models - Charity Toy and Train Fair

Thu 27 Aug The Green DA16 2PG new and pre-enjoyed model railways (Hornby, Bachmann, Dapol, Farish, Fleishmann); spare parts; books; stamps; Sci-fi; tinplate; die-cast vehicles...

The Natalie Williams Band

Fri 28 Aug The Festival Theatre at Hever Castle TN8 7NG MOBO-nominated vocalist, former Incognito lead singer, and frontwoman for Goldie’s live band, Natalie Williams brings her incredible quintet to the...

Flower Power

Fri 28 Aug The Loggia by the Lake, Hever Castle TN8 7NG Flower Power – A sunset silent disco celebration of Ibiza’s joyful festival spirit. How often to you get to do this…?...

Tasting weekends at Quebec House - National Trust

Sat 29 Aug to Mon 31 Aug Quebec House, Quebec Square, Westerham TN16 1TD Enjoy a taste of history. Sample Georgian treats prepared by our volunteer cooks. Tempting scents fill the air at Quebec House as our volunteer...

The Dusty Show

Sat 29 Aug The Festival Theatre at Hever Castle TN8 7NG Welcome to The Dusty Show, the celebration of a true British pop icon. An unforgettable evening of wall-to-wall hits and classics spanning the...

The Dusty Show starring Louise Anne Masters

71a High Street - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 29 Aug, Sun 30 Aug, Sat 12 Sep, Sun 13 Sep 71a High Street, Ramsgate CT12 4AB A small but exciting garden packed full of interesting exotic and rare plants from around the world. Winding paths take you in a journey from lush...

The Last Night of The Hever Proms

Sun 30 Aug The Festival Theatre at Hever Castle TN8 7NG Forget the Albert Hall nothing compares to music, magic, and majesty under the open skies in the stunning Hever Castle gardens...

The Last Night Of The Hever Proms

Sun 30 Aug The Festival Theatre at Hever Castle TN8 7NG Forget the Albert Hall nothing compares to music, magic, and majesty under the open skies in the stunning Hever Castle gardens...

Farmboys Bank holiday Monday bootsales

Mon 31 Aug One tree field fox hounds Lane southfleet DA13 9LH Farmboys Country bootsale Bank holiday Monday bootsales , open on all Bank Holiday Mondays, large popular site just off the main A2 junction at...

Fun Dog Show in aid of Guide Dogs for the Blind

Mon 31 Aug Willesborough Windmill, Cornes Close, Ashford Kent TN24 0LG In 2005, volunteers got together to raise funds for Guide Dogs for the Blind. We needed a flagship event, something which would catch the public eye...

As You Like It

Mon 31 Aug Chiddingstone Castle TN8 7AD In this play Shakespeare explores Love in all its guises. Four pairs of soulmates meet in the mysterious Forest of Arden...

Hospice in the Weald - Chevening Gardens Summer fete

Mon 31 Aug Chevening House, Chevening Nr Sevenoaks TN14 6HG Step Inside Chevening: Exclusive Summer Fête for Hospice in the Weald Enjoy a rare opportunity to explore the beautiful private gardens of...

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Things to do around Kent

Here are some delightful day out options in Kent, a county in the south-east of England:

1. Marvel at the White Cliffs of Dover:
- The smooth rise of Kent’s iconic coastline looks like a professionally painted canvas of white. While nothing beats seeing it from the water, walking along the edge shows the stunning contrast of white cliff against emerald sea. They’re one of the most iconic landmarks in England. There are plenty of activities to keep you active too, like learning about scientific discoveries at the Victorian lighthouse or exploring the WWII tunnels within that rock façade. Exmoor ponies (who help control grass growth) may randomly pop up to surprise you. Last but not least, make sure to check out Dover Castle and the nearby memorial that marks the first cross-channel aircraft landing.

2. Delve into Dover Castle:
- As part of the Kent day out alongside the knightly cliffs, Dover Castle is one of the most impressive things to do in town. Built to protect the narrow sea crossing with mainland Europe, the fortressed structure sits atop the grounds of what used to be a Roman lighthouse and the adjacent Church of St. Mary. Within the thick walls of the Great Tower are interactive exhibits that educate on medieval times; my favorite part, however, are the secret wartime tunnels. I joined a 50-minute tour that brought us into the narrow, chalk-hewn underground first discovered during the Napoleonic Wars. Through video projections within the passageway itself, we were told the story of the Dunkirk evacuations in 1940 (if you’ve seen the Christopher Nolan movie, you know what a difficult operation it was). Code-named Dynamo, this is the behind-the-scenes stage for that famous incident. Visiting Dover Castle on your day out in Kent is an enlightening and unusual activity I highly recommend – castles are after all one of the best reasons to visit England!

3. Be entertained at Margate Dreamland:
- Margate Dreamland is a vintage amusement park with a retro vibe. Enjoy classic rides, roller coasters, and carnival games. The scenic location by the sea adds to the charm. It's a fun day out for families and anyone seeking a nostalgic experience.

4. Explore Canterbury Cathedral:
- Canterbury Cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest Christian structures in England. Marvel at its Gothic architecture, intricate stained glass windows, and historic tombs. Don't miss the chance to explore the beautiful cloisters and the serene gardens surrounding the cathedral.

5. Discover the Historic Dockyard Chatham:
- The Historic Dockyard Chatham offers a fascinating glimpse into Britain's naval history. Explore historic warships, including the HMS Victory and the HMS Ocelot submarine. Learn about shipbuilding, maritime heritage, and the lives of sailors. It's an immersive experience for all ages.

6. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Kent Downs:
- The Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Go hiking, cycling, or picnicking amidst rolling hills, woodlands, and picturesque villages. The views are breathtaking, especially from the North Downs Way trail.

Remember, Kent's diverse attractions promise an unforgettable day out – from natural wonders to historic sites!