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Events in the Park

Below are full details of our currently scheduled events. Events are added on a regular basis so make sure you check again soon!

KHWP: Bird Box Making Workshop

Wed 8th April: Two sessions: 10am & 11am

The Hub

A creative, family-friendly workshop where you can build and/or decorate your very own bird box to take home. Our team will guide you through the process step-by-step, making this activity suitable for all ages and abilities.

You will also have the opportunity to register your new bird box with the Community Nature Reserve, helping expand the network of wildlife habitats across Tunbridge Wells.

Booking is required to control numbers. Tickets are free (although donations welcomed) and can be obtained by following the link below.

Run by the Kent High Weald Partnership on behalf of the Tunbridge Wells Community Nature Reserve.

  • This is a family friendly event, all are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

FoGH are not the lead on this event, tickets can be obtained at tickettailor.com

 

Orchard Activities: Wildflower Meadow

Sat 18th April: 10.30 am - noon

The Community Orchard

We will be sowing additional wildflower seeds and generally tiding up the orchard.

FoGH volunteers will be working in the orchard to keep everything tidy.

  • This is a volunteer activity day and will include some physical work to further improve the look of the park.
  • This event will go off regular pathways, please wear suitable clothing and footwear.
  • Please be aware that this event is weather dependant and may, in extreme circumstances, be cancelled.
 

Cherry Blossom Picnic

Sat 18th April: 12-3 pm

The Hub / Community Orchard

Celebrate spring Japanese-style!

Join us at the hub for Japanese crafts (Kokeshi doll painting and fan making), plus food and drink stalls with Japanese treats to buy.

Follow the Sakura trail up to the community orchard for Japanese games and story time under the blossom. Bring a picnic or pick up something delicious on the way.

Story time in the orchard:
12.30 & 1.30 - for younger children (reception - Y4)
1.00 & 2.00 - for older children (Y4+)

  • This is a family friendly event, all are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • In the event of very bad weather, the story-telling activities may transfer to the Hub!
 

FoGH Dog Show

Sat 25th April: 10:00 - 11.30 am

Lower Football Pitch / Event Field

Registration from 9.30 am

Join us for our occasional celebration of the wonderful dogs that use our park!

Classes for: Best Young Dog Handler, Cutest Puppy, Golden Oldies, Best Trick, Waggiest Tail, Most Obedient, plus Best in Show.

Registation from 9.30 am with a £5 suggested donation to enter all classes.

  • This is a family friendly event, all are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

This FoGH event is free to attend, but donations are always welcome.

 

Pond Dipping

Sun 10th May: 10.30-12.30 pm

The Hub / Wetlands

Drop in session

Join us for a pond dipping session in the wetlands. Discover the creatures that live in the Park's water habitats with local expert Martin Sutton.

We'll be meeting at the Hub before heading to the wetland area to investigate.

  • This is a family friendly event, all are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

This FoGH event is free to attend, but donations are always welcome.