October 2019
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Kids Film Club: Mirai
10:00 am - 12:00 pm A pampered young boy has trouble coming to terms with the arrival of…19th October
Huguenot Museum
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Freddie Mercury
This is going to be a great night, come and join us for a cracking night…19th October
Shepherd Neame Visitor Centre
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Brogdale Apple Festival
Apples galore during this weekend celebrating over 2200 different varieties! Discover something new and tasty with…19th October to 20th October
Brogdale Collections
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Family Craft Activity at Upnor Castle: Make your own Halloween crafts
Join our hands-on family craft activity on site. Children must be accompanied by an adult.…21st October to 23rd October
Upnor Castle
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Kent Life After Dark
Come along and join us after dark to explore the spooky sights that Kent Life has…23rd October
Kent Life
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Forest School Holiday Club
The daily sessions of interactive woodland activities are for children aged between 6 and 11. The…21st October to 23rd October
Chiddingstone Castle
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Family Day at Dover Museum – Mystical Creatures
Come along to the Mystical Creatures Themed Family Day at Dover Museum on Thursday 24 October…24th October
Dover Museum & Bronze Age Boat
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October Half Term
This is a drop-in activity so pop in throughout the day. 11:45am-3:00pm Create your own tile…24th October
Huguenot Museum
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Brogdale Beastie Day
Hunt for and collect bugs in the orchards and see where they live in the wild!…24th October
Brogdale Collections
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Wicked Witch of the Wild Wood
Tread down a leaf-covered path through the winding woods and see the pumpkins that mark the…21st October to 25th October
Penshurst Place and Gardens
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Family Craft Activity at Rochester Castle: Make your own Halloween crafts
Join our hands-on family craft activity on site. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 80p…22nd October to 25th October
Rochester Castle
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Beastly Bones and Curious Creatures
Join us for a bone-rattling good time this October half term! This October Half term,…19th October to 25th October
The Powell Cotton Museum
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Halloween Family Fun
What are jampires and where do they come from? Come and hear a fang-bulous story and…21st October to 25th October
Hall Place & Gardens
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Witches and Wizards, Spells and Tricks
Discover your inner sorcerer this Halloween as we welcome you to our Witches and Wizards lesson!…26th October
Penshurst Place and Gardens
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Guided Walk: What have the French done for us? Rochester’s French Connection..
Join Geoff Rambler on one of his extremely popular 90-minute walks of Rochester’s High Street. Explore…26th October
Huguenot Museum
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‘Royal Witches’ Book Talk
What better time of year to hear about witchcraft at Leeds Castle? A new book entitled…26th October
Leeds Castle
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End of Season Parade
Join us for our End of Season Parade spectacular, on Saturday 26th October. All of our…26th October
Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway
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The Forgetful Witch
Willow the Witch is well-known for being the most forgetful enchantress in her class. On a…19th October to 27th October
Penshurst Place and Gardens
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Potion Masters from History
There have been whispers of witches and wizards in literature and folklore all across the globe,…27th October
Penshurst Place and Gardens
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Halloween Half Term at The Hop Farm!
Treat the kids to a spook-tastic feast of fun for the half term holidays! Dress up…19th October to 27th October
Hop Farm Family Park
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Family Activity at Rochester Castle: Spooky Pumpkin Trail
Take part in our spooky heritage trail around the keep for a chance to win a…19th October to 27th October
Rochester Castle
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Family Activity at Upnor Castle: Spooky Halloween Trail
Take part in our spooky heritage trail around the keep for a chance to win a…19th October to 27th October
Upnor Castle
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Family Activity at Temple Manor: Night Knight Trail
Help our Knight have a good night’s sleep at Temple Manor by finding all the spooky…19th October to 27th October
Temple Manor
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Family Craft Activity at Temple Manor: Make your own Halloween crafts
Join our hands-on family craft activity on site. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 80p…19th October to 27th October
Temple Manor
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Halloween Spooktacular at Kent Life
Come along and join in with the family friendly Halloween events as Kent Life is transformed…19th October to 27th October
Kent Life
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Owl Trail – half term fun
Take your kids the Owl Trail this October half-term at Ightham Mote. Follow the trail around…19th October to 27th October
Ightham Mote
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Halloween Monster Academy
Are you a little monster? If so you’ll fit in at our brand new Monster Academy…21st October to 27th October
Leeds Castle
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Spooky Dover Castle with Creepy Critters
Grab your broomsticks for a bewitchingly brilliant day out at Dover Castle this Halloween half term.…19th October to 27th October
Dover Castle
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Autumn Colour at Hever Castle
As the air turns crisp and a rich display of autumn colour envelops the countryside, pack…1st October to 27th October
Hever Castle and Gardens
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Spooky Walmer Castle
Grab your broomsticks for a bewitchingly brilliant day out at Walmer Castle this Halloween half term.…19th October to 27th October
Walmer Castle & Gardens
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Wedding Open Day
Planning a wedding and looking for a venue that offers space, tranquillity and a perfect outdoor…27th October
Mount Ephraim Gardens
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Enchanted Dockyard
Be transported into a magical world as The Historic Dockyard Chatham pulls back ancient ivy to…19th October to 27th October
The Historic Dockyard Chatham
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Halloween Spooky Special
Join us for our annual spooky spectacular, full of family fun, but, beware of the ghostly…25th October to 27th October
Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway
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Spook Quest
This October half term, grab your best Halloween costume and head on down to The Canterbury…19th October to 27th October
The Canterbury Tales
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Half Term Family Activities – Berlin Wall Art
The Berlin Wall is one of the largest canvases in the world and was used as…19th October to 27th October
Royal Engineers Museum
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The Powder Monkey
‘The Powder Monkey’ is a new opera created by Brolly Productions, designer Rachana Jadhav and writer…29th October
The Historic Dockyard Chatham
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Kentish Lady and Allington Castle Excursion
Tuesdays from Easter to October, 13.30 - 16.00 Enjoy the scenic River Medway on-board the Kentish…19th April to 31st October
Kentish Lady – River Boat Trips
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Halloween Half Term Fun at Hever Castle
Prepare to be spooked this Halloween at Haunted Hever. For autumn half term we have a…19th October to 31st October
Hever Castle and Gardens
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Children’s Halloween Cookery
Children cook up your very own spooky supper with 'Alive with Flavour'. Prepare the ingredients in…31st October
Chiddingstone Castle
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Halloween Evening Special
Thursday 31st • A Romney Rover voucher for 2020 is included. One of our steam locomotives…31st October
Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway
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Halloween Garden Trail
There are ghoulish goings on in our Halloween Garden Trail. Find all the fiendish friends and…19th October to 31st October
Hall Place & Gardens
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Ghost Stories
In the village of M R James’s birth, let his classic ghost stories send a shiver…31st October
Goodnestone Park Gardens
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Screamland
This October, Dreamland will once again mutate into a world of chills, thrills, and horrors as…18th October to 1st November
Dreamland
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Halloween Dine & Stay at Hever Castle
Hever Castle’s spooktacular Halloween Dine & Stay is taking place in the Luxury Bed & Breakfast…31st October to 1st November
Hever Castle and Gardens
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Murder Mystery at Dover Castle
Head to Dover this Halloween for an evening of gothic mystery, intrigue and murder. The year…31st October to 2nd November
Dover Castle
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JCB Activity Booklets
Get your free JCB Activity Booklet at Diggerland! Filled with puzzles, trivia, jokes and more! The…21st October to 3rd November
Diggerland
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October Half Term at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve
Go wild this October Half Term with discounted tickets to Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve! Available…19th October to 3rd November
October Half Term at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve
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Blackheath Textile Artists
Stitched Textiles Exhibition17th October to 18th November
Hall Place & Gardens
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A Lasting Peace for Medway
This exhibition marks the culmination of a year-long programme of art workshops funded by the Big Lottery Fund.…15th October to 22nd December
Royal Engineers Museum
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Half Term Fun at The Canterbury Roman Museum
We have a selection of Roman-inspired creative activities to keep you busy this half term! Make…1st January to 31st December
Canterbury Roman Museum
November 2019
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Screamland
This October, Dreamland will once again mutate into a world of chills, thrills, and horrors as…18th October to 1st November
Dreamland
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Halloween Dine & Stay at Hever Castle
Hever Castle’s spooktacular Halloween Dine & Stay is taking place in the Luxury Bed & Breakfast…31st October to 1st November
Hever Castle and Gardens
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Hall Place through the Lens – Capturing the Colours of Autumn
Join Pat Simmons, a member of the Royal Photographic Society, for an informal walk around our…1st November
Hall Place & Gardens
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Murder Mystery at Dover Castle
Head to Dover this Halloween for an evening of gothic mystery, intrigue and murder. The year…31st October to 2nd November
Dover Castle
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Firework Spectacular at Kent Life
Be amazed by our fire performers as we countdown to the lighting of our Bonfire followed…2nd November to 3rd November
Kent Life
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Leeds Castle Fireworks Spectacular
25,000 starbursts will fill the sky above the Castle for the biggest and best firework display…2nd November to 3rd November
Leeds Castle
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JCB Activity Booklets
Get your free JCB Activity Booklet at Diggerland! Filled with puzzles, trivia, jokes and more! The…21st October to 3rd November
Diggerland
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Farmers Market at Hall Place
On the first Sunday of every month, you can buy the best local produce at Hall…3rd November
Hall Place & Gardens
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October Half Term at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve
Go wild this October Half Term with discounted tickets to Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve! Available…19th October to 3rd November
October Half Term at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve
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Around the World with Agatha Christie
Not only was Agatha Christie the world's best-selling novelist, she was also one of the most…5th November
Hall Place & Gardens
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Stargazing
Wrap up warm to spend an evening looking at the stars in the company of Crayford…6th November
Hall Place & Gardens
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Dinner Drinks and Dastardly Deeds! at Port Lympne Hotel on November 9th, 2019
Join us on Saturday 9th November at 6.45pm for the return of our popular Murder, Mystery…9th November
Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve
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Christmas Craft Fair
Our highly popular annual Christmas Craft Fair bursting with things to see and do. Soak up…16th November to 17th November
Hall Place & Gardens
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Farmers Market at Hall Place
On the first Sunday of every month, you can buy the best local produce at Hall…16th November to 17th November
Hall Place & Gardens
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Blackheath Textile Artists
Stitched Textiles Exhibition17th October to 18th November
Hall Place & Gardens
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Grandmaster Flash
Neon Nights in Hall By The Sea, Autumn/Winter 2019 Grandmaster Flash is bringing his Hip Hop:…22nd November
Dreamland
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Mote Park Autumn Tree and Animal Walk
A guided walk around Mote Park with the Chairman of the Mote Park Fellowship to look…23rd November
Mote Park
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Chiddingstone Castle Christmas Fair
This is a fantastic shopping opportunity where local businesses and artisans will be offering a delightful…23rd November
Chiddingstone Castle
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Christmas on the Home Front: WWII Experience
Step back into yesteryear and re-live the festive season in the 1940’. Take in the sights,…23rd November to 24th November
Kent Life
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Christmas Fayre
We are guaranteed to get you in the Christmas spirit with our Christmas Fayre. Join us…24th November
Shepherd Neame Visitor Centre
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Hall Place, A School for Young Gentlemen History Talk by Oliver Wooller
Community Archivist, Oliver Wooller tells the story of Hall Place as a boys school. Hailed as…28th November
Hall Place & Gardens
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Fabio & Grooverider 30 Years of RAGE: 88-92
Neon Nights in Hall By The Sea, Autumn/Winter 2019 Fabio & Grooverider are bringing 30 Years…29th November
Dreamland
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Christmas Wreath Making
Bring a piece of this history into your home this Christmas. Step into the festive spirit…30th November
The Historic Dockyard Chatham
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Christmas Fair
Original Gift Ideas Refreshments and free parking 10am - 2pm30th November
Goodnestone Park Gardens
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Leeds Castle Christmas Market
Visit the Christmas Market on the lawn overlooking the Castle to discover a splendid array of…23rd November to 15th December
Leeds Castle
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Father Christmas at Leeds Castle
SOLD OUT Wander through the Christmas Market to an enchanted path leading to a magical grotto.…23rd November to 15th December
Leeds Castle
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A Lasting Peace for Medway
This exhibition marks the culmination of a year-long programme of art workshops funded by the Big Lottery Fund.…15th October to 22nd December
Royal Engineers Museum
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Jim Hoad
Photographic exhibition21st November to 23rd December
Hall Place & Gardens
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Experience Christmas at Kent Life
Come along and join in the festive fun. Jump on board our Land Train driven by…30th November to 24th December
Kent Life
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Christmas at Hever Castle (select dates)
This Christmas we will be taking you on a magical journey down the rabbit hole and…23rd November to 24th December
Hever Castle and Gardens
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Half Term Fun at The Canterbury Roman Museum
We have a selection of Roman-inspired creative activities to keep you busy this half term! Make…1st January to 31st December
Canterbury Roman Museum
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Christmas at Leeds Castle: Magical Birds and Festive Feathers
This Christmas the magnificent Castle rooms will be beautifully displayed with glittering decorations and fragrant pine…23rd November to 1st January
Leeds Castle
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Christmas at Ightham Mote
Traditions old and new as we celebrate Christmas past with the decorated house and festive events…30th November to 5th January
Ightham Mote
December 2019
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Brogdale Christmas Market
Join us for our Christmas craft market at the National Fruit Collection. Shop local hand made…1st December
Brogdale Collections
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Farmers Market at Hall Place
On the first Sunday of every month, you can buy the best local produce at Hall…1st December
Hall Place & Gardens
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Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Floral designer Wendy Andrade leads a workshop to make Christmas wreaths in the house. Includes tea…2nd December
Ightham Mote
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Christmas Tree Decorations Workshop for Adults
Enjoy a Christmas Tree Decorations Workshop led by Rachel from The Crafty Hen, who has worked…2nd December
Penshurst Place and Gardens
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Christmas Cracker Workshop for Adults
This Christmas Cracker Workshop is fantastic for anyone looking to make their Christmas dinner truly personal.…3rd December
Penshurst Place and Gardens
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Christmas Wreath Workshops
Design and create your own Christmas Wreath ready to hang upon your door with the help…4th December to 5th December
Penshurst Place and Gardens
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Hall Place through the Lens – Capturing the Colours of Winter
Join Pat Simmons, a member of the Royal Photographic Society, for an informal walk around our…5th December
Hall Place & Gardens
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Groove Zoo Christmas Event
Come and get in the groove and join Kent's finest function band Groove Zoo appearing for…6th December
Shepherd Neame Visitor Centre
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Christmas Dine & Stay at Hever Castle
Join Hever Castle on Thursday 5th December 2019 for a Christmas Dine and Stay. Christmas at…5th December to 6th December
Hever Castle and Gardens
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The Comet Is Coming
Spiritual jazz explosion The Comet Is Coming chart a course for Dreamland this December on their…7th December
Dreamland
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Christmas
11:45 am - 3:00 pm - this is a drop-in event so pop in throughout the day. Celebrate…7th December
Huguenot Museum
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Open Water – British Folk Music
Open Water are an acoustic quartet steeped in the British Folk tradition with influences of Celtic…7th December
Goodnestone Park Gardens
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Farm Nativity at Kent Life
Come and experience the living Nativity with our very own farmyard friends. Working together with Maidstone…8th December
Kent Life
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Family Carol Concert
Come and join in all the fun with this family carol concert. Filled with toe tapping…8th December
Hall Place & Gardens
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Wartime Christmas Weekend
Join us on 7 and 8 December to discover how Christmas was celebrated during the Second…7th December to 8th December
Royal Engineers Museum
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Film Night: Umbrellas of Cherbourg
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm. Doors open at 6:45 for refreshments, and to view the galleries and shop.…10th December
Huguenot Museum
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Christmas Table Decoration Workshop
Floral designer Wendy Andrade leads a workshop to make Christmas table decorations in the house. Workshop…12th December
Ightham Mote
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Christmas Party, Dinner and Dancing
A festive evening of fine fare and dancing in the beautiful Great Hall under our sparkling…13th December
Hall Place & Gardens
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Leeds Castle Christmas Market
Visit the Christmas Market on the lawn overlooking the Castle to discover a splendid array of…23rd November to 15th December
Leeds Castle
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Father Christmas at Leeds Castle
SOLD OUT Wander through the Christmas Market to an enchanted path leading to a magical grotto.…23rd November to 15th December
Leeds Castle
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Magical Medieval Christmas
Looking for a unique way for the children to meet Father Christmas this year? Experience much…14th December to 15th December
The Canterbury Tales
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Family Day at Dover Museum – Christmas
Come along to the Christmas Themed Family Day at Dover Museum on Thursday 19 December 2019. …19th December
Dover Museum & Bronze Age Boat
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Soul II Soul
Neon Nights in Hall By The Sea, Autumn/Winter 2019 After Jazzie B’s blistering set on the…19th December
Dreamland
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Choir School Christmas Concert
Get that festive feeling listening to the fabulous all-age Choir School of Sidcup. They’re promising a…19th December
Hall Place & Gardens
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Christmas Party, Dinner and Dancing
A festive evening of fine fare and dancing in the beautiful Great Hall under our sparkling…20th December
Hall Place & Gardens
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The Cuban Brothers w/ DJ Yoda
Neon Nights in Hall By The Sea, Autumn/Winter 2019 The Cuban Brothers are heading to Hall…21st December
Dreamland
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A Lasting Peace for Medway
This exhibition marks the culmination of a year-long programme of art workshops funded by the Big Lottery Fund.…15th October to 22nd December
Royal Engineers Museum
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Enchanted Walmer Castle
Make the most of the winter evenings with an enchanted experience of light, colour and sound…5th December to 22nd December
Walmer Castle & Gardens
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Father Christmas Saves The Day!
‘Father Christmas Saves The Day’ is an interactive, panto-style storytelling performance that’s sure to get all…7th December to 22nd December
Penshurst Place and Gardens
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Father Christmas at The Hop Farm
Father Christmas is back at The Hop Farm during selected dates, this December! Treat the kids…1st December to 23rd December
Hop Farm Family Park
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Jim Hoad
Photographic exhibition21st November to 23rd December
Hall Place & Gardens
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Twilight Christmas at Hever Castle (select dates)
This Christmas we will be taking you on a magical journey down the rabbit hole and…6th December to 23rd December
Hever Castle and Gardens
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Santa Specials
A festive day out for the whole family! Travel by train to Santa’s grotto and enjoy…1st December to 24th December
Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway
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Experience Christmas at Kent Life
Come along and join in the festive fun. Jump on board our Land Train driven by…30th November to 24th December
Kent Life
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Christmas at Hever Castle (select dates)
This Christmas we will be taking you on a magical journey down the rabbit hole and…23rd November to 24th December
Hever Castle and Gardens
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Meet the Owls at Brogdale
Have a hoot at Brogdale! Spend a magical winter evening meeting owls at their most active and…27th December to 29th December
Brogdale Collections
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Christmas Garden Trail
Find out what's being baked up at the South Pole this Christmas. Find all the penguins…1st December to 30th December
Hall Place & Gardens
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Half Term Fun at The Canterbury Roman Museum
We have a selection of Roman-inspired creative activities to keep you busy this half term! Make…1st January to 31st December
Canterbury Roman Museum
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Christmas at Leeds Castle: Magical Birds and Festive Feathers
This Christmas the magnificent Castle rooms will be beautifully displayed with glittering decorations and fragrant pine…23rd November to 1st January
Leeds Castle
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Family Activity at Rochester Castle: Christmas Heritage Trail
Take part in our festive heritage trail around the keep for a chance to win a…19th December to 5th January
Rochester Castle
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Christmas at Ightham Mote
Traditions old and new as we celebrate Christmas past with the decorated house and festive events…30th November to 5th January
Ightham Mote
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Ice Park Maidstone
An exciting new experience for the festive period, with a range of features including an ice…21st December to 5th January
Mote Park
January 2020
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Christmas at Leeds Castle: Magical Birds and Festive Feathers
This Christmas the magnificent Castle rooms will be beautifully displayed with glittering decorations and fragrant pine…23rd November to 1st January
Leeds Castle
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Bexley Arts Trust
Winter Open Art & Sculpture Exhibition2nd January
Hall Place & Gardens
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Family Activity at Rochester Castle: Christmas Heritage Trail
Take part in our festive heritage trail around the keep for a chance to win a…19th December to 5th January
Rochester Castle
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Christmas at Ightham Mote
Traditions old and new as we celebrate Christmas past with the decorated house and festive events…30th November to 5th January
Ightham Mote
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Ice Park Maidstone
An exciting new experience for the festive period, with a range of features including an ice…21st December to 5th January
Mote Park
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Farmers Market at Hall Place
On the first Sunday of every month, you can buy the best local produce at Hall…5th January
Hall Place & Gardens
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Stargazing
Wrap up warm to spend an evening looking at the stars in the company of Crayford…7th January
Hall Place & Gardens
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RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch
RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch25th January
Hall Place & Gardens
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Hall Place through the Lens – Capturing the Colours of Winter
Join Pat Simmons, a member of the Royal Photographic Society, for an informal walk around our…26th January
Hall Place & Gardens
Febuary 2020
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Farmers Market at Hall Place
On the first Sunday of every month, you can buy the best local produce at Hall…2nd February
Hall Place & Gardens
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Farmers Market at Hall Place
On the first Sunday of every month, you can buy the best local produce at Hall…2nd February
Hall Place & Gardens
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Superhero February
What's small, green, yet totally evil! And who can defeat it? Find out this February in…17th February to 21st February
Hall Place & Gardens
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RSBP Nature walk
Join the RSPB for a fascinating 90 minute walk around the Hall Place grounds meeting the…22nd February
Hall Place & Gardens
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Wedding Open Day
From the majestic Great Hall, the atmospheric Tudor Kitchen, the elegant Great Chamber and cosy Tudor…23rd February
Hall Place & Gardens
March 2020
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Farmers Market at Hall Place
On the first Sunday of every month, you can buy the best local produce at Hall…1st March
Hall Place & Gardens
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Hall Place, Memories of the Girls School History Talk and Reminiscence
Did you attend Bexley Technical School for Girls at Hall Place? Fancy a catch-up and meeting…10th March
Hall Place & Gardens
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Painting the Place 1 – Perspective in Drawing Art Class
The first of this years 'Painting the Place' art classes run by our very own accomplished…19th March
Hall Place & Gardens
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Mothers Day Afternoon Teas
Spoil your Mum with a special afternoon tea at Hall Place. Enjoy a traditional tea with…22nd March
Hall Place & Gardens
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Hall Place through the Lens- Capturing the Colours of Spring
Join Pat Simmons, a member of the Royal Photographic Society, for an informal walk around our…26th March
Hall Place & Gardens
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Wedding Fair
Find your wedding inspiration at Hall Place, the perfect location to start planning the wedding of…29th March
Hall Place & Gardens
April 2020
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Wedding Open Day
From the majestic Great Hall, the atmospheric Tudor Kitchen, the elegant Great Chamber and cosy Tudor…5th April
Hall Place & Gardens
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Farmers Market at Hall Place
On the first Sunday of every month, you can buy the best local produce at Hall…5th April
Hall Place & Gardens
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Easter Family Activities
Come and enjoy a hilarious story and craft family activity. Places are limited so please book…6th April to 9th April
Hall Place & Gardens
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Brogdale Hanami Festival
During April Brogdale will celebrate Hanami – the Japanese festival of blossom with a packed Hanami…19th April
Brogdale Collections
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Bexley Art Group
Original paintings in a variety of media by local artists16th April to 20th May
Hall Place & Gardens