Here’s your run-down of what’s on in and around Tunbridge Wells to enjoy with the family this sunny weekend! We’ve got details of the exciting launch of the town’s Fringe Festival this weekend, offering an amazing programme of entertainment across Tunbridge Wells for 2 weeks. There are lots of summer fairs to choose from, plus ideas for ways to relax or get active. Enjoy!
♥ Celebrate the start of the two week Tunbridge Wells Fringe Festival in style! From 1pm at Market Square (outside the Camden Centre) enjoy free live entertainment, Pimms and nibbles. The fun continues at the ticketed afterparty at the Auction House with live DJ. The two week programme is bursting with an eclectic collection of performances in the amazing variety of venues across the town. Highlights include a comedy night at The Forum, local comedian Aimee Cooper hosting an evening with friends, plus free live music, theatre, cabaret and a fashion show.
♥ This Saturday an interactive, award-winning Bubble Show is coming to the TWCF Church South Site, Broadmead for a unique blend of magic, storytelling and bubble-art (part of Tunbridge Wells Fringe).
♥ The circus is coming to town for Sir Henry Fermor Primary school’s summer fair at 1pm on Sunday, along with giant inflatables, raffle, stalls and refreshments. Tickets available on the day for £5 to include entry to a professional circus performance in a big top tent. (Under 2s free).
♥ We are well into pub garden season, so why not pick a local pub from our guide and enjoy a Sunday Lunch or early evening meal with the family. We love The Cherry Tree Inn, Ticehurst, a relaxed, family-friendly pub with terraced garden and views, plus a children’s play area with swings, slide and a climbing frame. Winner!
♥ Eridge Fair is back on Sunday from 2-5pm in the beautiful gardens of Eridge Park. Enter the grand charity draw, visit the tea tent, pick up some clothes in the fashion boutique and browse the trash & treasure stall. Not forgetting the tombola, children’s corner, plant stall and BBQ, arena events and lots more!
♥ Head to family favourite Wilderness Wood and spend time in nature. This Saturday all ages are invited to get stuck in with the stewardship and improvement of the woodland. Jobs will be allocated at 10am in according to skills and interests. Tea and cake is provided too!
♥ Hop on a steam train, access all areas at the stations and visit the exhibitions at the Bluebell Railway for the Model Railway Weekend.
♥ Vintage lovers will be flocking to the Summer Vintage Fair in the grounds of Chiddingstone Castle on Sunday 3rd July to shop from the array of vintage stalls, accompanied by live music and Lindy Hop demonstrations. Pack a picnic or visit the refreshments stalls.
♥ Chase is on the case and Marshall is all fired up for a Paw Patrol meet and greet at the Spa Valley Railway this weekend. Book now!
♥ Thrill seekers can head to Bewl for their biggest inflatable aqua park yet, the perfect activity for families and friends age 8+. Who will beat the obstacles and who’ll be first to wipe out!? Book now.
♥ You can join St Matthew’s Primary School, High Brooms for their annual summer fayre on Saturday 2nd July, between 11am – 3pm.
♥ Loved by children and adults alike, the Claremont Primary Summer Fete is back on Saturday 2nd July from 12-3pm. You will find food and drinks stalls including BBQ, bouncy castles, ice-cream van, games, stalls, tombola, raffle, plus a full afternoon of arena events. Children free, adults £2.50 in advance or on the gate.
♥ The popular Langton Green Village Fete is back on Saturday 2nd July with a 50’s theme, as a nod to the Queen’s Coronation. Held on the green behind The Hare pub, it’s a lovely setting and full of traditional fun, including a raffle, arena events and pop-up cafe!
♥ Heaps of fun for everyone at St Augustine’s Summer Fayre on Saturday 2nd July. Between noon and 3pm have a go at traditional games like the tin-can-alley and coconut shy, try your hand at archery or football shooting, get your face painted, refuel at the BBQ and lots more!
♥ Get ready to pimp your pups for the dog show and hold your nerve at the funfair at the Capel Fete on Saturday 2nd July. Procession from 12.30pm, tug-of-war, live music and more at Five Oak Green Recreation Ground, parking off the Badsell Road.
♥ Join the fun and support St Luke’s Church on Saturday 2nd July from 12noon until 3pm for their annual summer fair, BBQ and Pirates’ Island.
♥ Throw on some relaxed beach style dress and head to St Peter’s Primary School Summer Fair for a day ‘On the Beach’ on Saturday 2nd July. Visit the stalls, ice-cream van, bar, BBQ, hook a duck, have your face painted, nerf guns, welly throwing, listen to the bands, enjoy the bouncy castles and enter the raffle!
♥ Plaxtol Primary School Summer Fair will be on Saturday 2nd July.