Kentish Express Ashford & District - What's On
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IGHTHAM MOTE, near Sevenoaks, is holding a day of family activities to celebrate Father’s Day. Dads can enjoy fishing in the mote, beer tasting and games on the lawn. The National Trust attraction is open from 11am to 4pm. The event is free but normal admission charges apply of £10.40 for adults, £5.20 for children and £26.30 for a family. Call 01732 810378.
Britain’s oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame, is offering a special Father’s Day treat. Enjoy a guided tour of the Faversham site followed by a tutored tasting over a traditional three-course Sunday lunch. It starts at 11am. Tickets £29.50. Call 01795 532206.
Spoil your dad with a two course lunch at Bodiam caStle followed by the opportunity to fly one of the Hawking Centre’s beautiful birds of prey. Visitors can also explore the extensive castle ruins and attractive grounds at the site in East Sussex. The event takes place between 11am and 4pm. Tickets are £25 for adults and £10 for children up to 16, to include lunch and flying a bird. Booking is essential. Call 01580 831325.
An action stunt show will be among the entertainment on offer at the FriarS in Aylesford Priory on Father’s Day. There will also be a vintage car show, a kick boxing demonstration and a display of alpacas and owls, along with live music, dance performances, stalls and refreshments. It is open from 11am to 4.30pm. Admission is £3 for adults, £1 for children. Call 01622 717272.
Try and beat your dad at a game of croquet or cricket on the lawn at chiddiNgStoNe caStle. The venue near Tonbridge has organised activities to celebrate Father’s Day including the chance for families to work together to build a camp in the castle’s woods. After their hard work, dads can also enjoy a pint of Chiddingstone’s local Larkins ale. The castle is open from 11am until 5pm, with last entry at 4.15pm. Admission is £8 for adults, £4 for children aged five to 13, free for under 5s and £21.50 for families. Call 01892 870347.