What's Going on 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!
Kent High Weald Volunteer Day: Woodland Management
Thu 21st November: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Hilbert Gates / The Oast
Kent High Weald run regular volunteer days to help preserve the high standard of the park's natural resources.
There will usually be an assortment of tasks to undertake, suitable for most abilities.
- 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.
- Tea, coffee & biscuits provided; bring a packed lunch if you intend staying for the whole event.
- As a general rule, meet at Hilbert Gates before the work detail begins.
Christmas Wreath Workshop
Sat 30th November: 10.30 am to 12.30 pm
The Hub
Get into the festive spirit and join us for a Christmas wreath-making workshop in the Hub.
The price includes the wreath and all the foliage to create your unique decoration. Feel free to bring your own decorations - ribbons baubles, lights to add to the wreath.
This is a ticketed event, with limited spaces, these can be purchased (£30.00) from our Ticket Tailor account.
Any funds raised from ticket sales will go towards the orchard wildflower meadow project.
TW Christmas Tree Festival
Fri 6th December - Sun 8th December: From 11am to 6pm (3pm Sun)
King Charles the Martyr
Support your Friends Group and Volunteers
Not a FoGH event and not even in the park! This annual event is a display of Christmas trees, decorated by local charities and similar organisations, at King Charles the Martyr Church in London Road.
This year FoGH has a tree decorated by volunteers, which will be sold by silent auction at the end of the Festival. If you get a chance drop into King Charles to see (all) the trees and, if you can, make a bid for (or donation to) our tree.
Santa in the City
Sat 7th December: 2.00 pm
The Hub
A festive 3k fun run around the park to kick off Christmas.
- 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 Santa in the City
Entry is £14.95 - each adult entrant will receive a Santa suit. Children (3-17) are free, but don't get the Santa suit.
Christmas Carols
Sun 8th December: 2.00-3.30 pm
The Hub
FoGH invite you to join us for this seasonal celebration at the Hub. Refreshments available - mulled wine, fruit juice & mince pies.
The CREATE Community Choir will lead us in our singing.
- 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.
KHWP Tree Planting
Tue 10th December
Hilbert Gates / The Oast
The Kent High Weald Partnership with Tunbridge Wells Borough Council and Kent County Council are planting trees across the Borough. Some are coming to Grosvenor and Hilbert Park.
For more information contact project lead Bex by email on cmp@khwp.org.uk.
- 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.
KHWP Tree Planting
Tue 17th December
Hilbert Gates / The Oast
The Kent High Weald Partnership with Tunbridge Wells Borough Council and Kent County Council are planting trees across the Borough. Some are coming to Grosvenor and Hilbert Park.
For more information contact project lead Bex by email on cmp@khwp.org.uk.
- 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.
Apple Howling with Iron Spring Morris
Sat 4th January 2025: 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Hilbert Gates / The Oast
Join us as we start the year with Iron Spring Morris as we scare bad spirits from the orchard. We'll start at the Oast where there will be refreshments and dancing, then process to the orchard where we gather to frighten any malignant spirits. Remember to bring pots and pans, whistles and drums to make as much noise as possible.
- This is a family friendly event, all are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- 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.
This FoGH event is free to attend, but donations are always welcome.
Orchard Activities: Pruning
Sun 2nd February 2025: am & pm sessions
The Community Orchard
We will concentrate on pruning the trees at this event.
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.
FoGH Dog Show
Sat 26th April 2025: 10:00 am - 12.00 pm
Lower Football Pitch / Event Field
Join us for our occasional celebration of all things canine!
Registration is 9.30 - 10.00 am, with a single £5 suggested donation to enter all classes. Classes: Best Young Dog Handler; Cutest Puppy; Golden Oldies; Best Trick; Most Like Owner; Most Obedient & Best In Show.
- 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.
