Tonbridge Bean

Looking for something to do this weekend in and around Tonbridge? Whether you’re staying local or fancy a little adventure further afield, there’s plenty happening between 6–8 June.

Festivals & Celebrations

In Tonbridge

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Canines at the Castle 📍 Tonbridge Castle 🕒 11:00 to 17:00, Saturday, June 7th, 2025 Bring your furry friends for a fun day out at Tonbridge Castle! It sounds like a tail-wagging good time for the whole family. More details can be found here.

Update – this event has now been cancelled due to adverse weather.

NEAR Tonbridge

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Wealden Times Midsummer Fair 📍 Hole Park Gardens, Benenden Road, Rolvenden, Cranbrook 🕒 Friday, June 6th & Saturday, June 7th, 2025 Celebrate the beauty of midsummer with a fantastic fair that promises a delightful day out. More details and tickets here: Wealden Times Midsummer Fair

The Kent Wellness Festival 📍 Detling Showground 🕒 Saturday, June 7th, 2025, 10:00 AM Focus on your well-being at this expansive festival dedicated to health and wellness. More details and tickets here: The Kent Wellness Festival

Glorious Gardens Weekend 📍 Penshurst Place and Gardens 🕒 Saturday, June 7th & Sunday, June 8th, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM A perfect weekend for garden enthusiasts, with exhibitors, stunning displays, and family-friendly activities. There are even a few vineyards exhibiting. Activities are included in the normal addmission too! Full details can be found here: Glorious Gardens Weekend at Penshurst Place

Concerts, Shows & Culture

In Tonbridge

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Puffling Percy 📍 EM Forster Theatre, Tonbridge 🕒 Saturday, June 7th, 2025 A charming performance at the EM Forster Theatre. There are two showings, so you can pick the best time for you. Grab your tickets before they run out. More info here.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Lost & Found📍 Oast Theatre 🕒 Saturday, June 7th, 2025. A play written by Phil Burns which promises “comedy, mystery, action, and a lot of heart”. Details and tickets here.

Family-Friendly Events

Family friendly events this weekend – see also other events in the Weekend Edit with this symbol – 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦.

In Tonbridge

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Tonbridge Farmer’s Market 📍 Sovereign Way Car Park, Tonbridge 🕒 Sunday, June 8th, 2025, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM Discover unique artisan products and fresh local produce right in Tonbridge. A perfect spot to grab some goodies for your Sunday BBQ. Full details can be found here: Tonbridge Farmer’s Market

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Tonbridge School Open Morning📍 Tonbridge School 🕒 Saturday, June 7th, 2025, 9:30 AM – 12:15 PM. If you’re thinking about the next steps for your children, Tonbridge School are hosting an open morning on the 7th June. A chance to take a guided tour with a pupil. Details here.

Near Tonbridge

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Penshurst Farmers Market 📍 Penshurst Place 🕒 Saturday, June 7th, 2025, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM Stock up on fresh, local produce and artisanal goods at the charming Penshurst Farmers Market. A great way to start your Saturday! You can find full details here: Penshurst Place Market

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Porsche Display 📍 Hever Castle 🕒 Saturday, June 7th, 2025 Car enthusiasts (and future car enthusiasts!) will love this display of stunning Porsches in the picturesque grounds of Hever Castle. Full details can be found here: Hever Castle 2025 Events

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦The Pantiles Market, Tunbridge Wells 📍 The Pantiles, Tunbridge Wells 🕒 Saturday, June 7th, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM & Sunday, June 8th, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Explore a variety of handmade goods, crafts, and local produce at this vibrant market in Tunbridge Wells. Details here: The Pantiles Market

Cosworth Drivers Club 📍 Hever Castle 🕒 Sunday, June 8th, 2025 For those who appreciate classic cars, the Cosworth Drivers Club will be showcasing their impressive vehicles at Hever Castle. You can find full details here: Hever Castle 2025 Events

And, as a reminder, many of the lovely kids trails are still going throughout the summer – such as the Stick Man Trail in Bedgebury and The World of Peter Rabbit™ Storytime Trail at Knole Park National Trust.

Food & Drink Spotlight

Food & drink events in and around Tonbridge this weekend. Be in the know.

In Tonbridge

Live music at The Market House 📍The Market House, Tonbridge 🕒 Friday, June 6th, 2025, Live music with your drinks a the Market House – musician Kay Lodge will be playing. Details here.

Near Tonbridge

Spa Valley Food and Drink events 📍 Spa Valley Railway 🕒 All weekend – there are various food and drink events which include a journey on the spa valley railway. From vineyard visits, to cheese tasting and fish and chip lunches. Details here.

Health & Wellness Events

Health and wellness events in and around Tonbridge this weekend.

In Tonbridge

Tonbridge Parkrun 📍 Tonbridge Racecourse Sportsground📅 Every Saturday | 🕘 9:00 AM
A free, timed 5k run open to all ages and abilities. Register online to get your barcode.

Tonbridge Junior Parkrun📍 Tonbridge Farm Sportsground 📅 Every Sunday | 🕘 9:00 AM
A 2k run for children aged 4–14. Register online to participate.

Near Tonbridge

Walk Tonbridge Club: Knole Park and One Tree Hill 📍 One Tree Hill Car Park, Underriver 🕒 Sunday, June 8th, 2025, 9:30 AM Start your Sunday with a refreshing group walk led by the Walk Tonbridge Club, exploring the beautiful landscapes of Knole Park and One Tree Hill. Details can be found here: Walk Tonbridge Festival on Eventbrite

🖤 The Black Book

A little bit boujee and only for the adults. Unique events in Tonbridge and beyond that we love, from our Little Black Book.

Wine Garden of England Summer Celebration 📍 Chiddingstone Castle 🕒 Saturday, June 7th, 2025 Indulge in a delightful day celebrating the best of English wines in the beautiful setting of Chiddingstone Castle. What a way to spend a Saturday! More details can be found here.

Murder Mystery Evenings 📍 Spa Valley Railway 🕒 Saturday, June 7th, 2025 Step back in time and unleash your inner detective on a thrilling murder mystery journey aboard the Spa Valley Railway. Sounds like a killer night out! Tickets and details can be found here: Spa Valley Railway Special Events

Aleph Aguiar 📍 Mereworth Wines 🕒 Sunday, June 8th, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Enjoy a Sunday morning of live music with the talented guitarist Aleph Aguiar. Details and tickets here: Mereworth Wines Events

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