Music & Dance Events (272)
Theatre Events (35)
Family & Kids Events (38)
Movie Screenings (60)
Special Events (137)
Tunbridge Wells Odeon on Mon 19 Dec 2022
Screenings today are: Arthur Christmas, Avatar: Way of Water, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Cbeebies Panto: Dick Whittington and his Cat, Die Hard, Elf, Home Alone, Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile, Matilda The Musical, Polar Express, Strange World, The Muppet Christmas Carol, The Snowman / The Snowman and the Dog, Violent Night
Check the Odeon site or app for timings and more details.
Hawkhurst Kino on Mon 19 Dec 2022
Screenings today are: Avatar: The Way of Water, Strange World
Check the Hawkhusrt Kino site for timings and more details.
Jack And The Beanstalk
Assembly Hall Theatre
Mon 19th Dec 2022
Fee Fi Fo Fum... Tunbridge Wells is in for some fun! This holiday season, the award-winning Little Wolf Entertainment are here with Jack and the Beanstalk, the biggest panto of them all!
Fee Fi Fo Fum... Tunbridge Wells is in for some fun! This holiday season, the award-winning Little Wolf Entertainment are here with Jack and the Beanstalk, the biggest panto of them all!
Christmas @ Bedgebury
Bedgebury Pinetum
Mon 19th Dec 2022
Discover magnificent trees on a magical illuminated trail at Bedgebury.
Enjoy an after-dark trail at Bedgebury National Pinetum this winter. Firmly positioned as unmissable within the UK’s seasonal calendar, over a million twinkling lights and seasonal sounds will fill the air with festive fun.
Father Christmas at the Ice Rink
Calverley Grounds
Mon 19th Dec 2022
Visit Father Christmas at the Tunbridge Wells Ice Rink.
Booking essential, many dates sold out!
Skate 2022
Calverley Grounds
Mon 19th Dec 2022
Skate Tunbridge Wells is back for it's 12th year!
Featuring:
Parent & Toddler Skating from 12 to 4pm (2pm Weekends)
Bavarian Curling (for groups of up to 6) from 5pm (3 pm Weekends)
Regular character and musical performances (see separate events)
Christmas At Groombridge: Daytime
Groombridge Place
Mon 19th Dec 2022
Each daytime ticket will include meeting some famous characters, taking part in all the activities starting with taking the Lost Toy Trail to Crusoe’s World and the Magic Wishing Well.
Each daytime ticket will include meeting some famous characters, taking part in all the activities starting with taking the Lost Toy Trail to Crusoe’s World and the Magic Wishing Well.
Children can get crafty with Artie Elf as they make reindeer food and write a letter to Father Christmas.
Step inside the Toy Workshop with Jinx and Jovie the elves for Gingerbread Decorating and look out for a surprise visit from Father Christmas!
Two enchanting family Christmas shows will take place throughout the day:
The Frosty Tales Show in the cosy barn will feature everyone’s favourite Snow Sisters as they take you on a frosty adventure!
The Snow Sisters will be joined by the Ice Harvester and their very special snowy friend.
Christmas really IS the most wonderful time of the year so join the Elves for the Merry Messenger Show in the heart of the forest for a Christmas Tale of delight and wonder! Featuring Christmas songs, Mrs. Christmas and the Nutcracker!
The Birds of Prey Shows will take place at 12 noon and 3 pm daily.
Christmas at Groombridge: Twilight
Groombridge Place
Mon 19th Dec 2022
5.00 - 9.00 pm
The maze will be beautifully lit for all to enjoy, along with trees and pathways.
The maze will be beautifully lit for all to enjoy, along with trees and pathways.
For the first time, visitors can see an unforgettable evening bird of prey show featuring an incredible Owls by Moonlight Show with special lighting and music. A delightful Stilt Walker will also add to the magic of the evening. A canal boat ride is included in the twilight ticket.
A delicious choice of food and drink will be available to purchase.
A Tudor Christmas
Ightham Mote
Mon 19th Dec 2022
11.00 - 4.00 pm
Immerse yourself in a Tudor Christmas at Ightham Mote, with festive music, twinkling lights and seasonal scents, inspired by the rich and colourful history of the property. Come together with family and the community, with local groups, choirs and wandering musicians who will be performing traditional carols in the courtyard throughout the Christmas season.
Immerse yourself in a Tudor Christmas at Ightham Mote, with festive music, twinkling lights and seasonal scents, inspired by the rich and colourful history of the property. Come together with family and the community, with local groups, choirs and wandering musicians who will be performing traditional carols in the courtyard throughout the Christmas season.
Carols in the Courtyard: Rock Choir
Ightham Mote
Mon 19th Dec 2022
1.00 - 3.00 pm
Hear Tonbridge Rock Choir perform classic popular carols in the beautiful Ightham Mote Courtyard
Hear Tonbridge Rock Choir perform classic popular carols in the beautiful Ightham Mote Courtyard
The Machine That Goes Wrong
Penshurst Place & Gardens
Mon 19th Dec 2022
As Christmas Day approaches, things are moving at a quick pace at the North Pole as gifts are wrapped, packed and stacked on the sled. Some plucky elves think they've discovered a way to increase time-efficiency and have installed the Super Neat Occasion Wrapper or S.N.O.W for short. A fantastic fantangled gift-wrapping machine that should cut the time it takes our elves to wrap all the gifts by at least half, until it all goes wrong of course!
As Christmas Day approaches, things are moving at a quick pace at the North Pole as gifts are wrapped, packed and stacked on the sled. Some plucky elves think they've discovered a way to increase time-efficiency and have installed the Super Neat Occasion Wrapper or S.N.O.W for short. A fantastic fantangled gift-wrapping machine that should cut the time it takes our elves to wrap all the gifts by at least half, until it all goes wrong of course!
In this year's panto-style performance, follow Mother Christmas as she tries to undo the muddle that S.N.O.W has caused, with the help of one very special man in a red suit. Will the North Pole team be able to get things moving again ready for Christmas Day? Join us and find out!
Make A Wish With Santa
Royal Victoria Place
Mon 19th Dec 2022
Santa has a special gift for every one of his little visitors; as long as you’re on his good list! Tell Santa your Christmas wishes and you can even take home a souvenir photo to capture the magic forever.
Santa has a special gift for every one of his little visitors; as long as you’re on his good list! Tell Santa your Christmas wishes and you can even take home a souvenir photo to capture the magic forever.
Roaring Twenties Christmas
Scotney Castle
Mon 19th Dec 2022
10.00 - 4.00 pm (House 11.00 - 3.30 pm)
Get ready for cocktails and Christmas trees, feather boas and flapper dresses as you step back 100 years to the glitz and glamour of a Roaring Twenties Christmas.
Get ready for cocktails and Christmas trees, feather boas and flapper dresses as you step back 100 years to the glitz and glamour of a Roaring Twenties Christmas.
Experience the atmosphere of the house illuminated in the evenings with twilight house viewings. Bring the little ones to meet Father Christmas (additional charge) or follow the ‘Puttin’ on the Ritz’ outdoor family trail. £3 per trail.
The party scenes depicted in our Christmas house are set at night and have low light levels to reflect this. To enjoy an accessible alternative why not visit during 'light hour' (2.30-3.30pm)? The perfect solution for visitors who love the Christmas scenes in the mansion house but don't love low light levels.
Car park booking essential.
National Trust members: Free admission & parking.
Non-members: Adult £14, Child (5-17) £7, Under 5s free, parking £4.
Roaring Twenties: Twilight Hours
Scotney Castle
Mon 19th Dec 2022
4.00 - 9.00 pm
Enjoy the twinkle and sparkle of the illuminated exterior of the mansion house and the festive decorations and then view the 1920s' Christmas scenes inside the mansion house.Continue your after-hours' visit by browsing the shop for last-minute presents or stocking fillers, and treat yourselves to some seasonal goodies and hot chocolate in the tea-room.
Enjoy the twinkle and sparkle of the illuminated exterior of the mansion house and the festive decorations and then view the 1920s' Christmas scenes inside the mansion house.Continue your after-hours' visit by browsing the shop for last-minute presents or stocking fillers, and treat yourselves to some seasonal goodies and hot chocolate in the tea-room.
(Please note the garden will not be open during this time and this is reflected in the admission price; NT members enter for free. All visitors should book their car parking in advance to guarantee entry.)
Santa's Grotto @ The Amelia Scott
The Amelia Scott Centre
Mon 19th Dec 2022
11.00 - 4.00 pm
There's no need to book in advance, just turn up between 11.00am and 4.00pm (10.00am and 2.00pm on the 24th) and Santa will be waiting to greet you.
There's no need to book in advance, just turn up between 11.00am and 4.00pm (10.00am and 2.00pm on the 24th) and Santa will be waiting to greet you.
Exciting Science
Tonbridge
Mon 19th Dec 2022
10.00 + 11.30 am
Christmas at Tonbridge Castle in The Igloo Theatre
With Fun & Fact-filled experiments, watch in amazement as we recreate a volcanic eruption; turn a vacuum cleaner into a missile launcher or take aim at you with our smoke blaster!
Simon Brodkin
Tonbridge
Mon 19th Dec 2022
9.00 pm
Christmas at Tonbridge Castle in The Igloo Theatre
Acclaimed character comedian Simon is now performing as himself and recently completed a sell-out UK tour with his show Troublemaker.
The Princess and the Winter Dragon
Tonbridge
Mon 19th Dec 2022
Christmas at Tonbridge Castle in The Igloo Theatre
Wintertide is approaching in the Kingdom of Yule, but the weather is warm and balmy with not a single sign of snow! The villagers fear the annual Festival of Ice will be ruined and blame a rumbly dragon in the mountains. To save the day, Princess Noelle is given a quest: journey to the dragon's lair and bring back a blizzard, no ifs, no buts, no roast chestnuts!
A charming rhyming tale of adventure, songs and unlikely friendship, including a magical dragon puppet.
The Snow Queen
Tonbridge
Mon 19th Dec 2022
Christmas at Tonbridge Castle in The Igloo Theatre
Through enchanted forests, candy floss kingdoms and aurora nights - This show celebrates all things festive. Dance, circus and show-stopping West End performers bring the magic of Christmas to The Igloo Theatre for all the family!
Tunbridge Wells Odeon on Tue 20 Dec 2022
Screenings today are: Arthur Christmas, Avatar: Way of Water, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Cbeebies Panto: Dick Whittington and his Cat, Elf, Home Alone, It's A Wonderful Life, Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile, Matilda The Musical, Polar Express, Strange World, The Muppet Christmas Carol, The Snowman / The Snowman and the Dog, Violent Night
Check the Odeon site or app for timings and more details.
Hawkhurst Kino on Tue 20 Dec 2022
Screenings today are: Avatar: The Way of Water, Strange World
Check the Hawkhusrt Kino site for timings and more details.
Jack And The Beanstalk
Assembly Hall Theatre
Tue 20th Dec 2022
Fee Fi Fo Fum... Tunbridge Wells is in for some fun! This holiday season, the award-winning Little Wolf Entertainment are here with Jack and the Beanstalk, the biggest panto of them all!
Fee Fi Fo Fum... Tunbridge Wells is in for some fun! This holiday season, the award-winning Little Wolf Entertainment are here with Jack and the Beanstalk, the biggest panto of them all!
Christmas @ Bedgebury
Bedgebury Pinetum
Tue 20th Dec 2022
Discover magnificent trees on a magical illuminated trail at Bedgebury.
Enjoy an after-dark trail at Bedgebury National Pinetum this winter. Firmly positioned as unmissable within the UK’s seasonal calendar, over a million twinkling lights and seasonal sounds will fill the air with festive fun.
Father Christmas at the Ice Rink
Calverley Grounds
Tue 20th Dec 2022
Visit Father Christmas at the Tunbridge Wells Ice Rink.
Booking essential, many dates sold out!
Skate 2022
Calverley Grounds
Tue 20th Dec 2022
Skate Tunbridge Wells is back for it's 12th year!
Featuring:
Parent & Toddler Skating from 12 to 4pm (2pm Weekends)
Bavarian Curling (for groups of up to 6) from 5pm (3 pm Weekends)
Regular character and musical performances (see separate events)
Christmas At Groombridge: Daytime
Groombridge Place
Tue 20th Dec 2022
Each daytime ticket will include meeting some famous characters, taking part in all the activities starting with taking the Lost Toy Trail to Crusoe’s World and the Magic Wishing Well.
Each daytime ticket will include meeting some famous characters, taking part in all the activities starting with taking the Lost Toy Trail to Crusoe’s World and the Magic Wishing Well.
Children can get crafty with Artie Elf as they make reindeer food and write a letter to Father Christmas.
Step inside the Toy Workshop with Jinx and Jovie the elves for Gingerbread Decorating and look out for a surprise visit from Father Christmas!
Two enchanting family Christmas shows will take place throughout the day:
The Frosty Tales Show in the cosy barn will feature everyone’s favourite Snow Sisters as they take you on a frosty adventure!
The Snow Sisters will be joined by the Ice Harvester and their very special snowy friend.
Christmas really IS the most wonderful time of the year so join the Elves for the Merry Messenger Show in the heart of the forest for a Christmas Tale of delight and wonder! Featuring Christmas songs, Mrs. Christmas and the Nutcracker!
The Birds of Prey Shows will take place at 12 noon and 3 pm daily.
Christmas at Groombridge: Twilight
Groombridge Place
Tue 20th Dec 2022
5.00 - 9.00 pm
The maze will be beautifully lit for all to enjoy, along with trees and pathways.
The maze will be beautifully lit for all to enjoy, along with trees and pathways.
For the first time, visitors can see an unforgettable evening bird of prey show featuring an incredible Owls by Moonlight Show with special lighting and music. A delightful Stilt Walker will also add to the magic of the evening. A canal boat ride is included in the twilight ticket.
A delicious choice of food and drink will be available to purchase.
A Tudor Christmas
Ightham Mote
Tue 20th Dec 2022
11.00 - 4.00 pm
Immerse yourself in a Tudor Christmas at Ightham Mote, with festive music, twinkling lights and seasonal scents, inspired by the rich and colourful history of the property. Come together with family and the community, with local groups, choirs and wandering musicians who will be performing traditional carols in the courtyard throughout the Christmas season.
Immerse yourself in a Tudor Christmas at Ightham Mote, with festive music, twinkling lights and seasonal scents, inspired by the rich and colourful history of the property. Come together with family and the community, with local groups, choirs and wandering musicians who will be performing traditional carols in the courtyard throughout the Christmas season.
Carols in the Courtyard: A Cappella
Ightham Mote
Tue 20th Dec 2022
30 - 2.00 pm
Join us and enjoy the beautiful voices of the A Cappella choir, singing Christmas carols in the Courtyard.
Join us and enjoy the beautiful voices of the A Cappella choir, singing Christmas carols in the Courtyard.
The Machine That Goes Wrong
Penshurst Place & Gardens
Tue 20th Dec 2022
As Christmas Day approaches, things are moving at a quick pace at the North Pole as gifts are wrapped, packed and stacked on the sled. Some plucky elves think they've discovered a way to increase time-efficiency and have installed the Super Neat Occasion Wrapper or S.N.O.W for short. A fantastic fantangled gift-wrapping machine that should cut the time it takes our elves to wrap all the gifts by at least half, until it all goes wrong of course!
As Christmas Day approaches, things are moving at a quick pace at the North Pole as gifts are wrapped, packed and stacked on the sled. Some plucky elves think they've discovered a way to increase time-efficiency and have installed the Super Neat Occasion Wrapper or S.N.O.W for short. A fantastic fantangled gift-wrapping machine that should cut the time it takes our elves to wrap all the gifts by at least half, until it all goes wrong of course!
In this year's panto-style performance, follow Mother Christmas as she tries to undo the muddle that S.N.O.W has caused, with the help of one very special man in a red suit. Will the North Pole team be able to get things moving again ready for Christmas Day? Join us and find out!
Make A Wish With Santa
Royal Victoria Place
Tue 20th Dec 2022
Santa has a special gift for every one of his little visitors; as long as you’re on his good list! Tell Santa your Christmas wishes and you can even take home a souvenir photo to capture the magic forever.
Santa has a special gift for every one of his little visitors; as long as you’re on his good list! Tell Santa your Christmas wishes and you can even take home a souvenir photo to capture the magic forever.
Roaring Twenties Christmas
Scotney Castle
Tue 20th Dec 2022
10.00 - 4.00 pm (House 11.00 - 3.30 pm)
Get ready for cocktails and Christmas trees, feather boas and flapper dresses as you step back 100 years to the glitz and glamour of a Roaring Twenties Christmas.
Get ready for cocktails and Christmas trees, feather boas and flapper dresses as you step back 100 years to the glitz and glamour of a Roaring Twenties Christmas.
Experience the atmosphere of the house illuminated in the evenings with twilight house viewings. Bring the little ones to meet Father Christmas (additional charge) or follow the ‘Puttin’ on the Ritz’ outdoor family trail. £3 per trail.
The party scenes depicted in our Christmas house are set at night and have low light levels to reflect this. To enjoy an accessible alternative why not visit during 'light hour' (2.30-3.30pm)? The perfect solution for visitors who love the Christmas scenes in the mansion house but don't love low light levels.
Car park booking essential.
National Trust members: Free admission & parking.
Non-members: Adult £14, Child (5-17) £7, Under 5s free, parking £4.
Roaring Twenties: Twilight Hours
Scotney Castle
Tue 20th Dec 2022
4.00 - 9.00 pm
Enjoy the twinkle and sparkle of the illuminated exterior of the mansion house and the festive decorations and then view the 1920s' Christmas scenes inside the mansion house.Continue your after-hours' visit by browsing the shop for last-minute presents or stocking fillers, and treat yourselves to some seasonal goodies and hot chocolate in the tea-room.
Enjoy the twinkle and sparkle of the illuminated exterior of the mansion house and the festive decorations and then view the 1920s' Christmas scenes inside the mansion house.Continue your after-hours' visit by browsing the shop for last-minute presents or stocking fillers, and treat yourselves to some seasonal goodies and hot chocolate in the tea-room.
(Please note the garden will not be open during this time and this is reflected in the admission price; NT members enter for free. All visitors should book their car parking in advance to guarantee entry.)
Santa's Grotto @ The Amelia Scott
The Amelia Scott Centre
Tue 20th Dec 2022
11.00 - 4.00 pm
There's no need to book in advance, just turn up between 11.00am and 4.00pm (10.00am and 2.00pm on the 24th) and Santa will be waiting to greet you.
There's no need to book in advance, just turn up between 11.00am and 4.00pm (10.00am and 2.00pm on the 24th) and Santa will be waiting to greet you.
Baby Broadway Christmas
Tonbridge
Tue 20th Dec 2022
10.00 + 11.30 am
Christmas at Tonbridge Castle in The Igloo Theatre
Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas at an interactive festive Baby Broadway performance suitable for all ages.
The whole family can sing and dance along to seasonal showtunes from hit musicals and well-known songs from Christmas films, all performed by West End singers.
The Snow Queen
Tonbridge
Tue 20th Dec 2022
Christmas at Tonbridge Castle in The Igloo Theatre
Through enchanted forests, candy floss kingdoms and aurora nights - This show celebrates all things festive. Dance, circus and show-stopping West End performers bring the magic of Christmas to The Igloo Theatre for all the family!
Ultimate Earth Wind & Fire
Tonbridge
Tue 20th Dec 2022
8.00 pm
Christmas at Tonbridge Castle in The Igloo Theatre
Recreating the sound & sensation from the 70's & 80's Super Group Earth Wind and Fire!
Miracle on 34th Street
Trinity Theatre
Tue 20th Dec 2022
When the Santa Claus at Macy’s department store in New York claims to be the real thing, everyone assumes that he his is just mad. But a lawyer and a little girl believe, and they will do whatever it takes to prove he is telling the truth.
When the Santa Claus at Macy’s department store in New York claims to be the real thing, everyone assumes that he his is just mad. But a lawyer and a little girl believe, and they will do whatever it takes to prove he is telling the truth.
This Christmas, we present a live musical radio play version of the classic story, Miracle on 34th Street. Peppered with original music and well-known Christmas carols in stunning four-part harmony, all backed by live piano accompaniment.
Watch in awe as seven actors perform every character whilst live sound effects are created in front of your eyes and one of the greatest Christmas stories ever spun unfolds.
Grab a glass of mulled wine and experience the theatrical equivalent of curling up in front of the fire with a good book.
The Aliens Who Saved Christmas
Trinity Theatre
Tue 20th Dec 2022
11.00 am
It is Christmas Eve on the planet Slurp when friendly aliens Sniff and Splat accidentally receive an important radio message from Santa’s elves calling upon the extra-terrestrial pals to help get the presents ready in time for all the children.
It is Christmas Eve on the planet Slurp when friendly aliens Sniff and Splat accidentally receive an important radio message from Santa’s elves calling upon the extra-terrestrial pals to help get the presents ready in time for all the children.
Even the realisation that the message was actually meant for the Queen of England cannot stop them in their hapless but well-meaning mission. The question is, can the children in the audience help them to succeed? Christmas is relying on them!
Winnie Southgate’s new play for young audiences is a fast-paced riot of a show, full of colour and magic, that is sure to keep the little-ones entertained long after they leave the auditorium this December. The show is suitable for ages two and up, but funny enough to engage those much older.
With only seven performances, book that Christmas treat early.
The New Musketeers
Trinity Theatre
Tue 20th Dec 2022
The Three Musketeers are lost in a mysterious shipwreck on a routine mission across the English Channel. So, their moronic but trusty servants do the only sensible thing they can – don the Musketeers uniform and set off for London to do their master’s bidding.
The Three Musketeers are lost in a mysterious shipwreck on a routine mission across the English Channel. So, their moronic but trusty servants do the only sensible thing they can – don the Musketeers uniform and set off for London to do their master’s bidding.
Tunbridge Wells Odeon on Wed 21 Dec 2022
Screenings today are: Arthur Christmas, Avatar: Way of Water, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Cbeebies Panto: Dick Whittington and his Cat, Elf, Home Alone, Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile, Matilda The Musical, Polar Express, Strange World, The Muppet Christmas Carol, The Snowman / The Snowman and the Dog, Violent Night
Check the Odeon site or app for timings and more details.
Hawkhurst Kino on Wed 21 Dec 2022
Screenings today are: Avatar: The Way of Water, Strange World
Check the Hawkhusrt Kino site for timings and more details.
Jack And The Beanstalk
Assembly Hall Theatre
Wed 21st Dec 2022
Fee Fi Fo Fum... Tunbridge Wells is in for some fun! This holiday season, the award-winning Little Wolf Entertainment are here with Jack and the Beanstalk, the biggest panto of them all!
Fee Fi Fo Fum... Tunbridge Wells is in for some fun! This holiday season, the award-winning Little Wolf Entertainment are here with Jack and the Beanstalk, the biggest panto of them all!
Christmas @ Bedgebury
Bedgebury Pinetum
Wed 21st Dec 2022
Discover magnificent trees on a magical illuminated trail at Bedgebury.
Enjoy an after-dark trail at Bedgebury National Pinetum this winter. Firmly positioned as unmissable within the UK’s seasonal calendar, over a million twinkling lights and seasonal sounds will fill the air with festive fun.
Father Christmas at the Ice Rink
Calverley Grounds
Wed 21st Dec 2022
Visit Father Christmas at the Tunbridge Wells Ice Rink.
Booking essential, many dates sold out!
Skate 2022
Calverley Grounds
Wed 21st Dec 2022
Skate Tunbridge Wells is back for it's 12th year!
Featuring:
Parent & Toddler Skating from 12 to 4pm (2pm Weekends)
Bavarian Curling (for groups of up to 6) from 5pm (3 pm Weekends)
Regular character and musical performances (see separate events)
Christmas At Groombridge: Daytime
Groombridge Place
Wed 21st Dec 2022
Each daytime ticket will include meeting some famous characters, taking part in all the activities starting with taking the Lost Toy Trail to Crusoe’s World and the Magic Wishing Well.
Each daytime ticket will include meeting some famous characters, taking part in all the activities starting with taking the Lost Toy Trail to Crusoe’s World and the Magic Wishing Well.
Children can get crafty with Artie Elf as they make reindeer food and write a letter to Father Christmas.
Step inside the Toy Workshop with Jinx and Jovie the elves for Gingerbread Decorating and look out for a surprise visit from Father Christmas!
Two enchanting family Christmas shows will take place throughout the day:
The Frosty Tales Show in the cosy barn will feature everyone’s favourite Snow Sisters as they take you on a frosty adventure!
The Snow Sisters will be joined by the Ice Harvester and their very special snowy friend.
Christmas really IS the most wonderful time of the year so join the Elves for the Merry Messenger Show in the heart of the forest for a Christmas Tale of delight and wonder! Featuring Christmas songs, Mrs. Christmas and the Nutcracker!
The Birds of Prey Shows will take place at 12 noon and 3 pm daily.
Christmas at Groombridge: Twilight
Groombridge Place
Wed 21st Dec 2022
5.00 - 9.00 pm
The maze will be beautifully lit for all to enjoy, along with trees and pathways.
The maze will be beautifully lit for all to enjoy, along with trees and pathways.
For the first time, visitors can see an unforgettable evening bird of prey show featuring an incredible Owls by Moonlight Show with special lighting and music. A delightful Stilt Walker will also add to the magic of the evening. A canal boat ride is included in the twilight ticket.
A delicious choice of food and drink will be available to purchase.
A Tudor Christmas
Ightham Mote
Wed 21st Dec 2022
11.00 - 4.00 pm
Immerse yourself in a Tudor Christmas at Ightham Mote, with festive music, twinkling lights and seasonal scents, inspired by the rich and colourful history of the property. Come together with family and the community, with local groups, choirs and wandering musicians who will be performing traditional carols in the courtyard throughout the Christmas season.
Immerse yourself in a Tudor Christmas at Ightham Mote, with festive music, twinkling lights and seasonal scents, inspired by the rich and colourful history of the property. Come together with family and the community, with local groups, choirs and wandering musicians who will be performing traditional carols in the courtyard throughout the Christmas season.
Carols in the Courtyard: Rock Choir
Ightham Mote
Wed 21st Dec 2022
1.00 - 3.00 pm
Hear Tonbridge Rock Choir perform classic popular carols in the beautiful Ightham Mote Courtyard
Hear Tonbridge Rock Choir perform classic popular carols in the beautiful Ightham Mote Courtyard
The Machine That Goes Wrong
Penshurst Place & Gardens
Wed 21st Dec 2022
As Christmas Day approaches, things are moving at a quick pace at the North Pole as gifts are wrapped, packed and stacked on the sled. Some plucky elves think they've discovered a way to increase time-efficiency and have installed the Super Neat Occasion Wrapper or S.N.O.W for short. A fantastic fantangled gift-wrapping machine that should cut the time it takes our elves to wrap all the gifts by at least half, until it all goes wrong of course!
As Christmas Day approaches, things are moving at a quick pace at the North Pole as gifts are wrapped, packed and stacked on the sled. Some plucky elves think they've discovered a way to increase time-efficiency and have installed the Super Neat Occasion Wrapper or S.N.O.W for short. A fantastic fantangled gift-wrapping machine that should cut the time it takes our elves to wrap all the gifts by at least half, until it all goes wrong of course!
In this year's panto-style performance, follow Mother Christmas as she tries to undo the muddle that S.N.O.W has caused, with the help of one very special man in a red suit. Will the North Pole team be able to get things moving again ready for Christmas Day? Join us and find out!
Make A Wish With Santa
Royal Victoria Place
Wed 21st Dec 2022
Santa has a special gift for every one of his little visitors; as long as you’re on his good list! Tell Santa your Christmas wishes and you can even take home a souvenir photo to capture the magic forever.
Santa has a special gift for every one of his little visitors; as long as you’re on his good list! Tell Santa your Christmas wishes and you can even take home a souvenir photo to capture the magic forever.
Roaring Twenties Christmas
Scotney Castle
Wed 21st Dec 2022
10.00 - 4.00 pm (House 11.00 - 3.30 pm)
Get ready for cocktails and Christmas trees, feather boas and flapper dresses as you step back 100 years to the glitz and glamour of a Roaring Twenties Christmas.
Get ready for cocktails and Christmas trees, feather boas and flapper dresses as you step back 100 years to the glitz and glamour of a Roaring Twenties Christmas.
Experience the atmosphere of the house illuminated in the evenings with twilight house viewings. Bring the little ones to meet Father Christmas (additional charge) or follow the ‘Puttin’ on the Ritz’ outdoor family trail. £3 per trail.
The party scenes depicted in our Christmas house are set at night and have low light levels to reflect this. To enjoy an accessible alternative why not visit during 'light hour' (2.30-3.30pm)? The perfect solution for visitors who love the Christmas scenes in the mansion house but don't love low light levels.
Car park booking essential.
National Trust members: Free admission & parking.
Non-members: Adult £14, Child (5-17) £7, Under 5s free, parking £4.
Roaring Twenties: Twilight Hours
Scotney Castle
Wed 21st Dec 2022
4.00 - 9.00 pm
Enjoy the twinkle and sparkle of the illuminated exterior of the mansion house and the festive decorations and then view the 1920s' Christmas scenes inside the mansion house.Continue your after-hours' visit by browsing the shop for last-minute presents or stocking fillers, and treat yourselves to some seasonal goodies and hot chocolate in the tea-room.
Enjoy the twinkle and sparkle of the illuminated exterior of the mansion house and the festive decorations and then view the 1920s' Christmas scenes inside the mansion house.Continue your after-hours' visit by browsing the shop for last-minute presents or stocking fillers, and treat yourselves to some seasonal goodies and hot chocolate in the tea-room.
(Please note the garden will not be open during this time and this is reflected in the admission price; NT members enter for free. All visitors should book their car parking in advance to guarantee entry.)
Santa's Grotto @ The Amelia Scott
The Amelia Scott Centre
Wed 21st Dec 2022
11.00 - 4.00 pm
There's no need to book in advance, just turn up between 11.00am and 4.00pm (10.00am and 2.00pm on the 24th) and Santa will be waiting to greet you.
There's no need to book in advance, just turn up between 11.00am and 4.00pm (10.00am and 2.00pm on the 24th) and Santa will be waiting to greet you.
Paul Dunton: Grey Lady Sessions
The Grey Lady
Wed 21st Dec 2022
7.00 pm
Also: 31 Mar, 5 Apr, 28 Apr
The Grey Lady Sessions are a unique opportunity to savour and enjoy the very best local original acts in the intimate setting of The Grey Lady Music Lounge.
The Grey Lady Sessions are a unique opportunity to savour and enjoy the very best local original acts in the intimate setting of The Grey Lady Music Lounge.
Each concert carries a listening vibe with acts curated by Paul Dunton with the show starting at 8pm.
Miracle on 34th Street
Trinity Theatre
Wed 21st Dec 2022
When the Santa Claus at Macy’s department store in New York claims to be the real thing, everyone assumes that he his is just mad. But a lawyer and a little girl believe, and they will do whatever it takes to prove he is telling the truth.
When the Santa Claus at Macy’s department store in New York claims to be the real thing, everyone assumes that he his is just mad. But a lawyer and a little girl believe, and they will do whatever it takes to prove he is telling the truth.
This Christmas, we present a live musical radio play version of the classic story, Miracle on 34th Street. Peppered with original music and well-known Christmas carols in stunning four-part harmony, all backed by live piano accompaniment.
Watch in awe as seven actors perform every character whilst live sound effects are created in front of your eyes and one of the greatest Christmas stories ever spun unfolds.
Grab a glass of mulled wine and experience the theatrical equivalent of curling up in front of the fire with a good book.
The New Musketeers
Trinity Theatre
Wed 21st Dec 2022
The Three Musketeers are lost in a mysterious shipwreck on a routine mission across the English Channel. So, their moronic but trusty servants do the only sensible thing they can – don the Musketeers uniform and set off for London to do their master’s bidding.
The Three Musketeers are lost in a mysterious shipwreck on a routine mission across the English Channel. So, their moronic but trusty servants do the only sensible thing they can – don the Musketeers uniform and set off for London to do their master’s bidding.
Tunbridge Wells Odeon on Thu 22 Dec 2022
Screenings today are: Arthur Christmas, Avatar: Way of Water, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Cbeebies Panto: Dick Whittington and his Cat, Elf, Home Alone, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile, Matilda The Musical, Polar Express, Strange World, The Muppet Christmas Carol, The Snowman / The Snowman and the Dog, Violent Night
Check the Odeon site or app for timings and more details.
Hawkhurst Kino on Thu 22 Dec 2022
Screenings today are: Avatar: The Way of Water, Royal Ballet: The Nutcracker, Strange World
Check the Hawkhusrt Kino site for timings and more details.
Jack And The Beanstalk
Assembly Hall Theatre
Thu 22nd Dec 2022
Fee Fi Fo Fum... Tunbridge Wells is in for some fun! This holiday season, the award-winning Little Wolf Entertainment are here with Jack and the Beanstalk, the biggest panto of them all!
Fee Fi Fo Fum... Tunbridge Wells is in for some fun! This holiday season, the award-winning Little Wolf Entertainment are here with Jack and the Beanstalk, the biggest panto of them all!
Christmas @ Bedgebury
Bedgebury Pinetum
Thu 22nd Dec 2022
Discover magnificent trees on a magical illuminated trail at Bedgebury.
Enjoy an after-dark trail at Bedgebury National Pinetum this winter. Firmly positioned as unmissable within the UK’s seasonal calendar, over a million twinkling lights and seasonal sounds will fill the air with festive fun.
Father Christmas at the Ice Rink
Calverley Grounds
Thu 22nd Dec 2022
Visit Father Christmas at the Tunbridge Wells Ice Rink.
Booking essential, many dates sold out!
Skate 2022
Calverley Grounds
Thu 22nd Dec 2022
Skate Tunbridge Wells is back for it's 12th year!
Featuring:
Parent & Toddler Skating from 12 to 4pm (2pm Weekends)
Bavarian Curling (for groups of up to 6) from 5pm (3 pm Weekends)
Regular character and musical performances (see separate events)
Christmas At Groombridge: Daytime
Groombridge Place
Thu 22nd Dec 2022
Each daytime ticket will include meeting some famous characters, taking part in all the activities starting with taking the Lost Toy Trail to Crusoe’s World and the Magic Wishing Well.
Each daytime ticket will include meeting some famous characters, taking part in all the activities starting with taking the Lost Toy Trail to Crusoe’s World and the Magic Wishing Well.
Children can get crafty with Artie Elf as they make reindeer food and write a letter to Father Christmas.
Step inside the Toy Workshop with Jinx and Jovie the elves for Gingerbread Decorating and look out for a surprise visit from Father Christmas!
Two enchanting family Christmas shows will take place throughout the day:
The Frosty Tales Show in the cosy barn will feature everyone’s favourite Snow Sisters as they take you on a frosty adventure!
The Snow Sisters will be joined by the Ice Harvester and their very special snowy friend.
Christmas really IS the most wonderful time of the year so join the Elves for the Merry Messenger Show in the heart of the forest for a Christmas Tale of delight and wonder! Featuring Christmas songs, Mrs. Christmas and the Nutcracker!
The Birds of Prey Shows will take place at 12 noon and 3 pm daily.
Christmas at Groombridge: Twilight
Groombridge Place
Thu 22nd Dec 2022
5.00 - 9.00 pm
The maze will be beautifully lit for all to enjoy, along with trees and pathways.
The maze will be beautifully lit for all to enjoy, along with trees and pathways.
For the first time, visitors can see an unforgettable evening bird of prey show featuring an incredible Owls by Moonlight Show with special lighting and music. A delightful Stilt Walker will also add to the magic of the evening. A canal boat ride is included in the twilight ticket.
A delicious choice of food and drink will be available to purchase.
A Tudor Christmas
Ightham Mote
Thu 22nd Dec 2022
11.00 - 4.00 pm
Immerse yourself in a Tudor Christmas at Ightham Mote, with festive music, twinkling lights and seasonal scents, inspired by the rich and colourful history of the property. Come together with family and the community, with local groups, choirs and wandering musicians who will be performing traditional carols in the courtyard throughout the Christmas season.
Immerse yourself in a Tudor Christmas at Ightham Mote, with festive music, twinkling lights and seasonal scents, inspired by the rich and colourful history of the property. Come together with family and the community, with local groups, choirs and wandering musicians who will be performing traditional carols in the courtyard throughout the Christmas season.
Carols in the Courtyard: Weald Community Choir
Ightham Mote
Thu 22nd Dec 2022
30 - 2.00 pm
Get well and truly in the festive spirit as you listen to Hospice in the Weald Community Choir and the Musical Memories Choir sing carols in the beautiful Courtyard at Ightham Mote.
Get well and truly in the festive spirit as you listen to Hospice in the Weald Community Choir and the Musical Memories Choir sing carols in the beautiful Courtyard at Ightham Mote.
The Machine That Goes Wrong
Penshurst Place & Gardens
Thu 22nd Dec 2022
As Christmas Day approaches, things are moving at a quick pace at the North Pole as gifts are wrapped, packed and stacked on the sled. Some plucky elves think they've discovered a way to increase time-efficiency and have installed the Super Neat Occasion Wrapper or S.N.O.W for short. A fantastic fantangled gift-wrapping machine that should cut the time it takes our elves to wrap all the gifts by at least half, until it all goes wrong of course!
As Christmas Day approaches, things are moving at a quick pace at the North Pole as gifts are wrapped, packed and stacked on the sled. Some plucky elves think they've discovered a way to increase time-efficiency and have installed the Super Neat Occasion Wrapper or S.N.O.W for short. A fantastic fantangled gift-wrapping machine that should cut the time it takes our elves to wrap all the gifts by at least half, until it all goes wrong of course!
In this year's panto-style performance, follow Mother Christmas as she tries to undo the muddle that S.N.O.W has caused, with the help of one very special man in a red suit. Will the North Pole team be able to get things moving again ready for Christmas Day? Join us and find out!
Make A Wish With Santa
Royal Victoria Place
Thu 22nd Dec 2022
Santa has a special gift for every one of his little visitors; as long as you’re on his good list! Tell Santa your Christmas wishes and you can even take home a souvenir photo to capture the magic forever.
Santa has a special gift for every one of his little visitors; as long as you’re on his good list! Tell Santa your Christmas wishes and you can even take home a souvenir photo to capture the magic forever.
Roaring Twenties Christmas
Scotney Castle
Thu 22nd Dec 2022
10.00 - 4.00 pm (House 11.00 - 3.30 pm)
Get ready for cocktails and Christmas trees, feather boas and flapper dresses as you step back 100 years to the glitz and glamour of a Roaring Twenties Christmas.
Get ready for cocktails and Christmas trees, feather boas and flapper dresses as you step back 100 years to the glitz and glamour of a Roaring Twenties Christmas.
Experience the atmosphere of the house illuminated in the evenings with twilight house viewings. Bring the little ones to meet Father Christmas (additional charge) or follow the ‘Puttin’ on the Ritz’ outdoor family trail. £3 per trail.
The party scenes depicted in our Christmas house are set at night and have low light levels to reflect this. To enjoy an accessible alternative why not visit during 'light hour' (2.30-3.30pm)? The perfect solution for visitors who love the Christmas scenes in the mansion house but don't love low light levels.
Car park booking essential.
National Trust members: Free admission & parking.
Non-members: Adult £14, Child (5-17) £7, Under 5s free, parking £4.
Roaring Twenties: Twilight Hours
Scotney Castle
Thu 22nd Dec 2022
4.00 - 9.00 pm
Enjoy the twinkle and sparkle of the illuminated exterior of the mansion house and the festive decorations and then view the 1920s' Christmas scenes inside the mansion house.Continue your after-hours' visit by browsing the shop for last-minute presents or stocking fillers, and treat yourselves to some seasonal goodies and hot chocolate in the tea-room.
Enjoy the twinkle and sparkle of the illuminated exterior of the mansion house and the festive decorations and then view the 1920s' Christmas scenes inside the mansion house.Continue your after-hours' visit by browsing the shop for last-minute presents or stocking fillers, and treat yourselves to some seasonal goodies and hot chocolate in the tea-room.
(Please note the garden will not be open during this time and this is reflected in the admission price; NT members enter for free. All visitors should book their car parking in advance to guarantee entry.)
Santa's Grotto @ The Amelia Scott
The Amelia Scott Centre
Thu 22nd Dec 2022
11.00 - 4.00 pm
There's no need to book in advance, just turn up between 11.00am and 4.00pm (10.00am and 2.00pm on the 24th) and Santa will be waiting to greet you.
There's no need to book in advance, just turn up between 11.00am and 4.00pm (10.00am and 2.00pm on the 24th) and Santa will be waiting to greet you.
Carradine's Cockney Sing-a-long
The Green Duck Emprorium
Thu 22nd Dec 2022
7.00 - 10.00 pm
Also: 5 Apr, 3 May, 7 Jun, 5 Jul, 27 Sep, 1 Nov
Miracle on 34th Street
Trinity Theatre
Thu 22nd Dec 2022
When the Santa Claus at Macy’s department store in New York claims to be the real thing, everyone assumes that he his is just mad. But a lawyer and a little girl believe, and they will do whatever it takes to prove he is telling the truth.
When the Santa Claus at Macy’s department store in New York claims to be the real thing, everyone assumes that he his is just mad. But a lawyer and a little girl believe, and they will do whatever it takes to prove he is telling the truth.
This Christmas, we present a live musical radio play version of the classic story, Miracle on 34th Street. Peppered with original music and well-known Christmas carols in stunning four-part harmony, all backed by live piano accompaniment.
Watch in awe as seven actors perform every character whilst live sound effects are created in front of your eyes and one of the greatest Christmas stories ever spun unfolds.
Grab a glass of mulled wine and experience the theatrical equivalent of curling up in front of the fire with a good book.
The Aliens Who Saved Christmas
Trinity Theatre
Thu 22nd Dec 2022
11.00 am
It is Christmas Eve on the planet Slurp when friendly aliens Sniff and Splat accidentally receive an important radio message from Santa’s elves calling upon the extra-terrestrial pals to help get the presents ready in time for all the children.
It is Christmas Eve on the planet Slurp when friendly aliens Sniff and Splat accidentally receive an important radio message from Santa’s elves calling upon the extra-terrestrial pals to help get the presents ready in time for all the children.
Even the realisation that the message was actually meant for the Queen of England cannot stop them in their hapless but well-meaning mission. The question is, can the children in the audience help them to succeed? Christmas is relying on them!
Winnie Southgate’s new play for young audiences is a fast-paced riot of a show, full of colour and magic, that is sure to keep the little-ones entertained long after they leave the auditorium this December. The show is suitable for ages two and up, but funny enough to engage those much older.
With only seven performances, book that Christmas treat early.
The New Musketeers
Trinity Theatre
Thu 22nd Dec 2022
The Three Musketeers are lost in a mysterious shipwreck on a routine mission across the English Channel. So, their moronic but trusty servants do the only sensible thing they can – don the Musketeers uniform and set off for London to do their master’s bidding.
The Three Musketeers are lost in a mysterious shipwreck on a routine mission across the English Channel. So, their moronic but trusty servants do the only sensible thing they can – don the Musketeers uniform and set off for London to do their master’s bidding.
Tunbridge Wells Odeon on Fri 23 Dec 2022
Screenings today are: Arthur Christmas, Avatar: Way of Water, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Cbeebies Panto: Dick Whittington and his Cat, Elf, Home Alone, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, Matilda The Musical, Minions: The Rise Of Gru, Polar Express, Strange World, The Muppet Christmas Carol, The Snowman / The Snowman and the Dog, Violent Night
Check the Odeon site or app for timings and more details.
Hawkhurst Kino on Fri 23 Dec 2022
Screenings today are: Avatar: The Way of Water, Strange World
Check the Hawkhusrt Kino site for timings and more details.
Jack And The Beanstalk
Assembly Hall Theatre
Fri 23rd Dec 2022
Fee Fi Fo Fum... Tunbridge Wells is in for some fun! This holiday season, the award-winning Little Wolf Entertainment are here with Jack and the Beanstalk, the biggest panto of them all!
Fee Fi Fo Fum... Tunbridge Wells is in for some fun! This holiday season, the award-winning Little Wolf Entertainment are here with Jack and the Beanstalk, the biggest panto of them all!
Christmas @ Bedgebury
Bedgebury Pinetum
Fri 23rd Dec 2022
Discover magnificent trees on a magical illuminated trail at Bedgebury.
Enjoy an after-dark trail at Bedgebury National Pinetum this winter. Firmly positioned as unmissable within the UK’s seasonal calendar, over a million twinkling lights and seasonal sounds will fill the air with festive fun.
Father Christmas at the Ice Rink
Calverley Grounds
Fri 23rd Dec 2022
Visit Father Christmas at the Tunbridge Wells Ice Rink.
Booking essential, many dates sold out!
Skate 2022
Calverley Grounds
Fri 23rd Dec 2022
Skate Tunbridge Wells is back for it's 12th year!
Featuring:
Parent & Toddler Skating from 12 to 4pm (2pm Weekends)
Bavarian Curling (for groups of up to 6) from 5pm (3 pm Weekends)
Regular character and musical performances (see separate events)
Christmas At Groombridge: Daytime
Groombridge Place
Fri 23rd Dec 2022
Each daytime ticket will include meeting some famous characters, taking part in all the activities starting with taking the Lost Toy Trail to Crusoe’s World and the Magic Wishing Well.
Each daytime ticket will include meeting some famous characters, taking part in all the activities starting with taking the Lost Toy Trail to Crusoe’s World and the Magic Wishing Well.
Children can get crafty with Artie Elf as they make reindeer food and write a letter to Father Christmas.
Step inside the Toy Workshop with Jinx and Jovie the elves for Gingerbread Decorating and look out for a surprise visit from Father Christmas!
Two enchanting family Christmas shows will take place throughout the day:
The Frosty Tales Show in the cosy barn will feature everyone’s favourite Snow Sisters as they take you on a frosty adventure!
The Snow Sisters will be joined by the Ice Harvester and their very special snowy friend.
Christmas really IS the most wonderful time of the year so join the Elves for the Merry Messenger Show in the heart of the forest for a Christmas Tale of delight and wonder! Featuring Christmas songs, Mrs. Christmas and the Nutcracker!
The Birds of Prey Shows will take place at 12 noon and 3 pm daily.
Christmas at Groombridge: Twilight
Groombridge Place
Fri 23rd Dec 2022
5.00 - 9.00 pm
The maze will be beautifully lit for all to enjoy, along with trees and pathways.
The maze will be beautifully lit for all to enjoy, along with trees and pathways.
For the first time, visitors can see an unforgettable evening bird of prey show featuring an incredible Owls by Moonlight Show with special lighting and music. A delightful Stilt Walker will also add to the magic of the evening. A canal boat ride is included in the twilight ticket.
A delicious choice of food and drink will be available to purchase.
A Tudor Christmas
Ightham Mote
Fri 23rd Dec 2022
11.00 - 4.00 pm
Immerse yourself in a Tudor Christmas at Ightham Mote, with festive music, twinkling lights and seasonal scents, inspired by the rich and colourful history of the property. Come together with family and the community, with local groups, choirs and wandering musicians who will be performing traditional carols in the courtyard throughout the Christmas season.
Immerse yourself in a Tudor Christmas at Ightham Mote, with festive music, twinkling lights and seasonal scents, inspired by the rich and colourful history of the property. Come together with family and the community, with local groups, choirs and wandering musicians who will be performing traditional carols in the courtyard throughout the Christmas season.
Make A Wish With Santa
Royal Victoria Place
Fri 23rd Dec 2022
Santa has a special gift for every one of his little visitors; as long as you’re on his good list! Tell Santa your Christmas wishes and you can even take home a souvenir photo to capture the magic forever.
Santa has a special gift for every one of his little visitors; as long as you’re on his good list! Tell Santa your Christmas wishes and you can even take home a souvenir photo to capture the magic forever.
Roaring Twenties Christmas
Scotney Castle
Fri 23rd Dec 2022
10.00 - 4.00 pm (House 11.00 - 3.30 pm)
Get ready for cocktails and Christmas trees, feather boas and flapper dresses as you step back 100 years to the glitz and glamour of a Roaring Twenties Christmas.
Get ready for cocktails and Christmas trees, feather boas and flapper dresses as you step back 100 years to the glitz and glamour of a Roaring Twenties Christmas.
Experience the atmosphere of the house illuminated in the evenings with twilight house viewings. Bring the little ones to meet Father Christmas (additional charge) or follow the ‘Puttin’ on the Ritz’ outdoor family trail. £3 per trail.
The party scenes depicted in our Christmas house are set at night and have low light levels to reflect this. To enjoy an accessible alternative why not visit during 'light hour' (2.30-3.30pm)? The perfect solution for visitors who love the Christmas scenes in the mansion house but don't love low light levels.
Car park booking essential.
National Trust members: Free admission & parking.
Non-members: Adult £14, Child (5-17) £7, Under 5s free, parking £4.
Roaring Twenties: Twilight Hours
Scotney Castle
Fri 23rd Dec 2022
4.00 - 9.00 pm
Enjoy the twinkle and sparkle of the illuminated exterior of the mansion house and the festive decorations and then view the 1920s' Christmas scenes inside the mansion house.Continue your after-hours' visit by browsing the shop for last-minute presents or stocking fillers, and treat yourselves to some seasonal goodies and hot chocolate in the tea-room.
Enjoy the twinkle and sparkle of the illuminated exterior of the mansion house and the festive decorations and then view the 1920s' Christmas scenes inside the mansion house.Continue your after-hours' visit by browsing the shop for last-minute presents or stocking fillers, and treat yourselves to some seasonal goodies and hot chocolate in the tea-room.
(Please note the garden will not be open during this time and this is reflected in the admission price; NT members enter for free. All visitors should book their car parking in advance to guarantee entry.)
Santa's Grotto @ The Amelia Scott
The Amelia Scott Centre
Fri 23rd Dec 2022
11.00 - 4.00 pm
There's no need to book in advance, just turn up between 11.00am and 4.00pm (10.00am and 2.00pm on the 24th) and Santa will be waiting to greet you.
There's no need to book in advance, just turn up between 11.00am and 4.00pm (10.00am and 2.00pm on the 24th) and Santa will be waiting to greet you.
unfestive: The Unlabel Christmas Party
The Forum
Fri 23rd Dec 2022
7.00 pm
Featuring Jack Leon Mackey + Paul Cheese + Red Coast + Kung Fu Slipper + Special Guests
Featuring Jack Leon Mackey + Paul Cheese + Red Coast + Kung Fu Slipper + Special Guests
Disco Duck with Vintage Vinyl
The Green Duck Emprorium
Fri 23rd Dec 2022
7.00 pm
Disco Duck featuring Vintage Vinyl & guests.
A discotastic soulful event playing the greats from Motown, Disco & Northern Soul with a hint of old skool house & hip hop!
The Aliens Who Saved Christmas
Trinity Theatre
Fri 23rd Dec 2022
11.00 am
It is Christmas Eve on the planet Slurp when friendly aliens Sniff and Splat accidentally receive an important radio message from Santa’s elves calling upon the extra-terrestrial pals to help get the presents ready in time for all the children.
It is Christmas Eve on the planet Slurp when friendly aliens Sniff and Splat accidentally receive an important radio message from Santa’s elves calling upon the extra-terrestrial pals to help get the presents ready in time for all the children.
Even the realisation that the message was actually meant for the Queen of England cannot stop them in their hapless but well-meaning mission. The question is, can the children in the audience help them to succeed? Christmas is relying on them!
Winnie Southgate’s new play for young audiences is a fast-paced riot of a show, full of colour and magic, that is sure to keep the little-ones entertained long after they leave the auditorium this December. The show is suitable for ages two and up, but funny enough to engage those much older.
With only seven performances, book that Christmas treat early.
The New Musketeers
Trinity Theatre
Fri 23rd Dec 2022
The Three Musketeers are lost in a mysterious shipwreck on a routine mission across the English Channel. So, their moronic but trusty servants do the only sensible thing they can – don the Musketeers uniform and set off for London to do their master’s bidding.
The Three Musketeers are lost in a mysterious shipwreck on a routine mission across the English Channel. So, their moronic but trusty servants do the only sensible thing they can – don the Musketeers uniform and set off for London to do their master’s bidding.
Tunbridge Wells Odeon on Sat 24 Dec 2022
Screenings today are: Arthur Christmas, Avatar: Way of Water, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Cbeebies Panto: Dick Whittington and his Cat, Elf, Home Alone, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, Matilda The Musical, Minions: The Rise Of Gru, Polar Express, Strange World, The Muppet Christmas Carol, The Snowman / The Snowman and the Dog, Violent Night
Check the Odeon site or app for timings and more details.
Hawkhurst Kino on Sat 24 Dec 2022
Screenings today are: Avatar: The Way of Water, Strange World
Check the Hawkhusrt Kino site for timings and more details.
Jack And The Beanstalk
Assembly Hall Theatre
Sat 24th Dec 2022
Fee Fi Fo Fum... Tunbridge Wells is in for some fun! This holiday season, the award-winning Little Wolf Entertainment are here with Jack and the Beanstalk, the biggest panto of them all!
Fee Fi Fo Fum... Tunbridge Wells is in for some fun! This holiday season, the award-winning Little Wolf Entertainment are here with Jack and the Beanstalk, the biggest panto of them all!
Christmas @ Bedgebury
Bedgebury Pinetum
Sat 24th Dec 2022
Discover magnificent trees on a magical illuminated trail at Bedgebury.
Enjoy an after-dark trail at Bedgebury National Pinetum this winter. Firmly positioned as unmissable within the UK’s seasonal calendar, over a million twinkling lights and seasonal sounds will fill the air with festive fun.
Elfing Around
Calverley Grounds
Sat 24th Dec 2022
Join Effie and Elfred the Elves for Mischief and mayhem as you Listen to LIVE vocal performances and sing along to Christmas classics as you Pose for photos on the Ice and get into the festive spirit!!!
Join Effie and Elfred the Elves for Mischief and mayhem as you Listen to LIVE vocal performances and sing along to Christmas classics as you Pose for photos on the Ice and get into the festive spirit!!!
Our Elftastic Elves can be found at 10-11am and 11-12pm
Characters by Once Upon A Wish.
Father Christmas at the Ice Rink
Calverley Grounds
Sat 24th Dec 2022
Visit Father Christmas at the Tunbridge Wells Ice Rink.
Booking essential, many dates sold out!
Skate 2022
Calverley Grounds
Sat 24th Dec 2022
Skate Tunbridge Wells is back for it's 12th year!
Featuring:
Parent & Toddler Skating from 12 to 4pm (2pm Weekends)
Bavarian Curling (for groups of up to 6) from 5pm (3 pm Weekends)
Regular character and musical performances (see separate events)
Royal Tunbridge Wells Weekly Park Run
Dunorlan Park
Sat 24th Dec 2022
9.00 am
Also: 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 13 Apr, 20 Apr
A timed 5km run at 9am every Saturday morning (with few exceptions). Meet at the Cafe.
A timed 5km run at 9am every Saturday morning (with few exceptions). Meet at the Cafe.
To get a time you need to register on the Park Run website and bring your allocated barcode.
Christmas At Groombridge: Daytime
Groombridge Place
Sat 24th Dec 2022
Each daytime ticket will include meeting some famous characters, taking part in all the activities starting with taking the Lost Toy Trail to Crusoe’s World and the Magic Wishing Well.
Each daytime ticket will include meeting some famous characters, taking part in all the activities starting with taking the Lost Toy Trail to Crusoe’s World and the Magic Wishing Well.
Children can get crafty with Artie Elf as they make reindeer food and write a letter to Father Christmas.
Step inside the Toy Workshop with Jinx and Jovie the elves for Gingerbread Decorating and look out for a surprise visit from Father Christmas!
Two enchanting family Christmas shows will take place throughout the day:
The Frosty Tales Show in the cosy barn will feature everyone’s favourite Snow Sisters as they take you on a frosty adventure!
The Snow Sisters will be joined by the Ice Harvester and their very special snowy friend.
Christmas really IS the most wonderful time of the year so join the Elves for the Merry Messenger Show in the heart of the forest for a Christmas Tale of delight and wonder! Featuring Christmas songs, Mrs. Christmas and the Nutcracker!
The Birds of Prey Shows will take place at 12 noon and 3 pm daily.
Christmas at Groombridge: Twilight
Groombridge Place
Sat 24th Dec 2022
5.00 - 9.00 pm
The maze will be beautifully lit for all to enjoy, along with trees and pathways.
The maze will be beautifully lit for all to enjoy, along with trees and pathways.
For the first time, visitors can see an unforgettable evening bird of prey show featuring an incredible Owls by Moonlight Show with special lighting and music. A delightful Stilt Walker will also add to the magic of the evening. A canal boat ride is included in the twilight ticket.
A delicious choice of food and drink will be available to purchase.
Make A Wish With Santa
Royal Victoria Place
Sat 24th Dec 2022
Santa has a special gift for every one of his little visitors; as long as you’re on his good list! Tell Santa your Christmas wishes and you can even take home a souvenir photo to capture the magic forever.
Santa has a special gift for every one of his little visitors; as long as you’re on his good list! Tell Santa your Christmas wishes and you can even take home a souvenir photo to capture the magic forever.
Santa's Grotto @ The Amelia Scott
The Amelia Scott Centre
Sat 24th Dec 2022
11.00 - 4.00 pm
There's no need to book in advance, just turn up between 11.00am and 4.00pm (10.00am and 2.00pm on the 24th) and Santa will be waiting to greet you.
There's no need to book in advance, just turn up between 11.00am and 4.00pm (10.00am and 2.00pm on the 24th) and Santa will be waiting to greet you.
The New Musketeers
Trinity Theatre
Sat 24th Dec 2022
The Three Musketeers are lost in a mysterious shipwreck on a routine mission across the English Channel. So, their moronic but trusty servants do the only sensible thing they can – don the Musketeers uniform and set off for London to do their master’s bidding.
The Three Musketeers are lost in a mysterious shipwreck on a routine mission across the English Channel. So, their moronic but trusty servants do the only sensible thing they can – don the Musketeers uniform and set off for London to do their master’s bidding.
Royal Tunbridge Wells Weekly Park Run
Dunorlan Park
Sun 25th Dec 2022
9.00 am
Also: 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 13 Apr, 20 Apr
A timed 5km run at 9am every Saturday morning (with few exceptions). Meet at the Cafe.
A timed 5km run at 9am every Saturday morning (with few exceptions). Meet at the Cafe.
To get a time you need to register on the Park Run website and bring your allocated barcode.
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Rusthall
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Dunorlan Park
7 events
Tonbridge
7 events
Cranbrook, Queens Hall
6 events
The Compasses
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The Grey Lady
4 events
E M Forster Theatre / Tonbridge School
4 events
Tunbridge Wells Town Centre
4 events
Tunbridge Wells, St Johns
4 events
Southborough / High Brooms
4 events
Tunbridge Wells
3 events
King Charles the Martyr
3 events
Paddock Wood
2 events
Grosvenor & Hilbert Park
2 events
Beau Nash Tavern
2 events
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Tunbridge Wells, High Street / Chapel Place
2 events
Holmewood House School
2 events
Tunbridge Wells, Camden Road
2 events
Penshurst
2 events
Langton Green
2 events
Bells Yew Green
1 events
Hop Farm Family Park
1 events
Bidborough
1 events
The Royal Oak
1 events
Frittenden
1 events
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Culverden Stadium
1 events
One Warwick Park
1 events
Eridge
1 events
Wadhurst
1 events
Royal Victoria Place
1 events
Hadlow
1 events
Nevill Cricket Ground
1 events
Out of Area
1 events
Frant
1 events
King Charles Church Hall
1 events
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