October 10 East Kent Brewery Open Day, Faversham As part of the green hop celebrations, five breweries in East Kent have arranged to open their doors to the public for tours, music, food and, of course, plenty of Kent green hop beers. Visit and sample the delights of Gadds, Goody Ales, Wantsum, Canterbury Ales and The
Foundry Brewpub throughout the day. There is even a special bus service that will transport you from brewery to brewery. A great way of learning about beer, and a must for any amateur brewers wanting to know the tricks of the trade.
www.kentgreenhopbeer.com/eastkentopenday
October 11 RSPCA Big Walkies Mote Park, Maidstone Join us at Mote Park for the biggest dog walk ever! A choice of a 3km or 5km walks - with chance to meet new doggy friends – and their owners. Dogs get a special bandana and humans a t-shirt. Tickets are £10 for the first dog and £5 for any additions. Humans go free! 10.30am – 3pm. Proceeds go to the RSPCA. Register at
rspca.org.uk/ BigWalkies2015
October 17-18 Forest of Fear – Spooky Halloween
Groombridge Place, Tunbridge Wells A chance to get into the ghoulish mood nice and early with this wander through the woods where, from 10am, families can witness the
spooky adventures of Hansel and Gretel, as they escape the clutches of the evil witch only to stumble into another monstrous nightmare – the Monster Mash Halloween Party! Other activities include gruesome games, creepy crafts, fearsome face painting and devilish dancing. From 5pm to 8pm, your
invited to step into the Enchanted Forest as events take a darker turn for a haunting tour you'll never forget... This part is advised for ages 12 and above and an adult must accompany under-16s. For those who prefer to
stay away from the woods after dark, fun craft activities will be on offer in another part of the grounds. The event is free with admission: Adults £10.95, Concessions £9.45, Family
October 24 Medway Siege Spectacular Rochester Castle Moat A dramatic re-telling of the great siege of Rochester Castle in 1215, held in the moat of the castle, using live action, special effects and film projection in the location where it actually happened. The council received
Tickets £35.95. 10% discount for booked online. 10am-8pm.
October 17-18 National Apple Festival, Brogdale, Faversham The biggest and best apple festival is back for 2015, with around 400 apple varieties on display. ‘Try before you buy’ the seasonal fruit. Tractor, trailer and walking
October 17-30 Canterbury Festival 2015 Opening Day Celebrations - October 17 at 12 noon, Longmarket, Canterbury High Street The streets will come alive with the sound of music and
street performance, with plenty to keep the whole family entertained for the opening of this year's festival. Music, dance, drama, magic – a packed programme of
events, for 10 days and nights; many free. Visit:
www.canterburyfestival.co.uk for full list.
tours of the orchards will be running while the craft and produce village offers some unique gift ideas. Enjoy live music, local food and entertainment. Take a miniature train ride to see the farm and children can get crafty and have their face painted in the little festival goer’s area. Tickets at the gate or are
discounted online at
www.brogdalecollections.co.uk or call on 01795 536250.
October 18 Mote Park Wildlife Walk Maidstone Courtesy of the Mote Park Fellowship, this guided walk takes visitors and locals around the award-winning Mote Park, looking at the birds, trees and wildlife that live there. More information and booking at
moteparkfellowship.org.uk/ev ents Price £2.50
12 Mid Kent Living
Heritage Lottery Funding to help stage this exciting event and the inaugural performance will be at 4pm, marking the 800th anniversary of the siege. Admission
is free.
October 24 & 31 Ghost and Gourmet Evening
Ightham Mote With only the flickering of candlelight to guide you, take this terrifying tour of Ightham Mote by night. Walk through the gloom of the historic house and listen to the stories of its past inhabitants, but watch
out...they are closer than you think! Followed by a two course supper in the tea room afterwards. 7pm-10.30pm. Tickets £37.50 per person, booking essential on 01732 811314
October 24 - November 1 Halloween Pumpkin Trail
Emmetts Garden Try to find as many spooky things as you can to get a prize at the end. Normal admission charges apply, £1 per trail. 10am-4pm.
FREE EVENT
MUSIC, DANCE, DRAMA, MAGIC
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