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!
Kent High Weald Volunteer Day
Wed 16th September - Thu 17th September: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
The Wetlands
Wetland Management
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.
Kent High Weald Volunteer Day
Wed 23rd September: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
The Wetlands
Wetland Management
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.
Raising the Green Flag
Wed 23rd September: 11am
The Hub
Join FoGH volunteers for refreshments and a group photo as we raise the flag to celebrate the Park retaining its Green Flag Award® for another year.
The Green Flag Award ® scheme recognises and rewards well managed parks and green spaces, setting the benchmark standard for the management of recreational outdoor spaces across the United Kingdom and around the world.
This FoGH event is free to attend, but donations are always welcome.
Moth Identification Morning
Sun 4th October: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
The Hub
Drop in to the Hub to see what night-flying insects Dr Ian Beavis can identify from the overnight moth trap.
- This is a family friendly event, all are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- This is a regular event: look out for future events so you can see how the moth population changes over the course of the year.
This FoGH event is free to attend, but donations are always welcome.
Halloween Crafts
Sun 25th October: 2.00-3.30 pm
The Hub
Get the family into the spirit of Halloween with the Fiends of Grosvenor & Hilbert Park themed craft event.
- 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.
FoGH Green Team: Basket Planting
Sat 7th November: am and pm sessions
The Hub
Today we will be tiding up the baskets around the bowling green and playground.
The FoGH Green Team meets occasionally to undertake essential maintenance on the flowerbeds and other areas of the park. Please wear suitable attire for the planned task (gloves will be 'handy'). Please be aware some Green Team events will stray from conventional paths.
There will usually be tasks suitable for all abilities and for all weather conditions.
- This is a volunteer activity day and will include some physical work to further improve the look of the park.
- Please be aware that this event is weather dependant and may, in extreme circumstances, be cancelled.
- Tools will be provided.
- Whether you just drop in for half an hour or stay for the entire time, we'd love to see you.
Christmas Tree Crafts
Sat 28th November: 2-4 pm
The Hub
Get the whole family into the festive spirit with our Christmas-themed crafts event as we prepare to decorate our tree for the Tunbridge Wells Christmas Tree Festival held at King Charles the Martyr.
- 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.
Christmas Carols
Sun 6th December: 2.00-3.30pm
St Barnabas School
This year our Christmas Carol event is being held in St Barnabas School Hall.
FoGH invite you to join us for this seasonal celebration. 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.
Apple Howling with Iron Spring Morris
Sat 2nd January 2027: 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.
