Upcoming Events
July 24 - August 30
Festival Theatre Summer Season 2026
| Date | Event | Category | Find Out More |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Jul | Strictly Dan | Music Tribute | Discover More |
| 25 Jul | The Tommy Cooper Show: Just Like That | Comedy | Discover More |
| 26 Jul | Così Fan Tutte | Opera | Discover More |
| 28 Jul | The Jungle Book | Family Theatre | Discover More |
| 31 Jul | Complete Madness | Music Tribute | Discover More |
| Date | Event | Category | Discover More |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Aug | The Ed Sheeran Experience | Music Tribute | Discover More |
| 2 Aug | The Ronnie Scott’s All Stars | Jazz | Discover More |
| 5–8 Aug | The History Festival | History Festival | Discover More |
| 6 Aug | Oasiz | Music Tribute | Discover More |
| 7 Aug | Kaspar: Prince of Cats | Family Theatre | Discover More |
| 7–8 Aug | Around the World in 80 Days | Family Theatre | Discover More |
| 9 Aug | The Simon & Garfunkel Story | Music Tribute | Discover More |
| 12 Aug | Pinocchio | Family Theatre | Discover More |
| 13–15 Aug | Mary Queen of Rock | Musical Theatre | Discover More |
| 19 Aug | Treasure Island | Family Theatre | Discover More |
| 21–22 Aug | Abigail’s Party | Comedy / Drama | Discover More |
| 23 Aug | Iolanthe | Opera | Discover More |
| 25 Aug | King Arthur and the Holy Fail | Family Theatre | Discover More |
| 26 Aug | The Tour of the Eras (Taylor Swift) | Tribute Concert | Discover More |
| 28 Aug | Natalie Williams Band | Jazz | Discover More |
| 28 Aug | Flower Power Silent Disco | Special Event | Discover More |
| 29 Aug | The Dusty Show | Music Tribute | Discover More |
| 30 Aug | Last Night of the Hever Proms | Classical Concert | Discover More |
July 29 - August 18
After Hours: Summer Picnic Evenings
| Ticket | General online* | Annual Member online* | General on entry | Annual Member on entry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | £15.00 | £12.50 | £16.75 | £13.80 |
| Child (5-17 years) | £9.00 | £7.50 | £10.00 | £8.30 |
| Child (0-4 years) | FREE | FREE | FREE | FREE |
| Family (2 adults/up to 3 children OR 1 adult/up to 4 children) | £39.00 | £32.50 | £43.50 | £36.10 |
Location: Half Moon Lawn
Time: Throughout the evening
Pack a picnic, bring a blanket or camping chairs and enjoy an unforgettable evening in the gardens. Half Moon Lawn provides the perfect setting to relax with family and friends while taking in spectacular views of Hever Castle.
Location: Half Moon Lawn
Time: 6.45pm to 7.45pm and 8.00pm to 8.45pm
Cost: Included with admission
Sit back, relax and enjoy live music with a view of the Castle as local performers provide the soundtrack to your summer evening.
Location: Half Moon Lawn
Time: Throughout the evening
Cost: Included with admission
Challenge family and friends to a selection of traditional garden games, providing relaxed entertainment for visitors of all ages.
Location: Throughout the gardens
Time: 6.30pm to 9.00pm
Explore the peaceful gardens at your own pace as the evening light settles across the estate. Wander through beautiful borders, admire the lakeside views and discover tranquil areas including Anne Boleyn’s Walk, Diana’s Walk and Sunday Walk.
Location: Half Moon Lawn
Time: 6.30pm – 8.15pm
Cost: Additional charge applies
A selection of alcoholic and soft drinks, doughnuts, pizza and ice creams will be available to purchase throughout the evening.
Always check details before traveling. Hever Castle reserves the right to close all or part of the Castle, grounds, catering outlets, and activities, and to change or cancel any events. Please note that the use of partner offers may be restricted or not valid on event days.
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August 2
Cars at the Castle: Summer Showcase
Times: Cars are onsite from 10:30 – 16:00
Please note that not all car displays will be site all day, so please come early to avoid disappointment.
Location: Throughout the grounds
The Signature Store will be onsite selling signed memorabilia.
Location: Half Moon Lawn
When: Daily, 10:30 – 17:00
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Always check details before travelling. Hever Castle reserves the right to close all or part of the Castle, grounds, catering outlets and activities, and to change or cancel and events. Please note that use of partner offers may be restricted or not valid on event days.
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September 28 - November 1
Autumn Colour 2026
Location: Grounds
Time: Daily, 10:30am to 5:30pm
Cost: Included in admission
Collect a map on arrival or download one before your visit and explore the gardens at your own pace. Follow seasonal routes through the grounds and discover some of the finest displays of autumn colour in Kent.
Location: TBC
Time: Wednesday 14 October, 11:30am and 2:00pm
Cost: Included in admission
Join internationally respected arboriculturist Tony Kirkham MBE for a fascinating talk and tour exploring some of the most remarkable trees he has encountered throughout his career. Former Head of Arboretum, Gardens and Horticultural Services at Kew Gardens, Tony brings decades of expertise and stories from around the world.
Location: Meet at Info Hut
Dates & Times:
- Tuesday 29 September, 11:30am and 2:00pm
- Wednesday 30 September, 11:30am and 2:00pm
Cost: Included in admission
Join award-winning Forest Bathing practitioner and TEDx speaker Tansy for an informal question and answer session exploring the benefits of Forest Bathing. Discover how mindful connection with nature can support wellbeing, creativity and mental clarity, and learn practical ways to incorporate these techniques into everyday life.
Approximate duration: 30 minutes.
Location: Outside the Hever Shop
Time: Thursday 15 and Friday 16 October, 11:30am and 2:00pm
Cost: Included in admission
Learn from RHS Gold Medal-winning duo Lorraine Caley and Jodie Bryan, known as the Caley Brothers, as they share their mushroom growing journey. Discover the fascinating world of fungi, their importance within ecosystems and how sustainability has shaped their work.
Approximate duration: 1 hour.
Location: Festival Theatre/Dahlia Border
Time: Wednesday 7 October and Thursday 8 October, 11:30am
Cost: Included in admission
Join Steve Edney from The No Name Nursery for a presentation and guided tour celebrating the spectacular dahlias growing throughout Hever Castle’s gardens. Learn about different varieties, cultivation techniques and seasonal highlights from one of the UK’s most respected growers.
Location: Think Tank
Dates: 3 & 4, 10 & 11 October
Time: 11:00am to 4:00pm
Cost: Included in admission
Get creative with sustainability expert Yuki Solle from Cultivate Life. Visitors can take part in hands-on autumn craft activities including upcycled jam jar lanterns and potato autumn mini wreaths, creating seasonal decorations while learning practical ways to reduce waste and live more sustainably.
Parts of the gardens and Lake Walk are likely to be boggy in autumn – wellies or walking boots are recommended. Many parts of the gardens are accessible to prams; however, you may find that an off-road buggy or child carrier is necessary to enjoy some parts of the grounds.
For your own safety, we advise wheelchair and mobility scooters keep to the hard surfaced and shingle paths. For more information please read our accessibility statement.
Always check details before travelling. Hever Castle reserves the right to close all or part of the Castle, grounds, catering outlets and activities, and to change or cancel and events. Please note that use of partner offers may be restricted or not valid on event days.
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October 17 - November 1
Halloween Half Term Fun 2026
Location: Grounds
Time: Daily, 10:30am to 5:30pm (trail closes 4:00pm)
Cost: Included in admission
Wander through the grounds keeping an eye out for scenes featuring mad scientists and their wild and wonderful experiments. Discover hidden letters along the way, solve the puzzle and collect your reward from the Information Hut.
Location: Garden Exhibition
Time: Daily, 11:00am to 4:00pm
Cost: Included in admission
Become part of Hever’s mad scientist team by creating your own wearable scientist goggles. Decorate cardboard goggles, add colourful lenses and finish your creation ready for a day of scientific adventure around the grounds.
Location: Think Tank
Time: 11:30, 12:30, 14:00, 15:00
Cost: Included in admission
Step into the world of mad science as Dr Frankenstein prepares to complete his greatest experiment yet – bringing their creature to life!
Using electricity and the power of a plasma ball, Dr Frankenstein will awaken the creature in an exciting, interactive experiment.
Once brought to life, the creature begins its journey of discovery, guided by Dr Frankenstein to learn about the greatest subject of all – science! The audience will join in as Dr Frankenstein explores a series of fun, hands-on experiments, encouraging curiosity, participation and plenty of messy moments.
Location: Garden Exhibition
Time: 12:00pm to 4:00pm (last face paint at 3:45pm)
Dates: 17 – 18, 22 – 25, 29 – 31 October
Cost: £6 per child
Transform into your favourite spooky character with Halloween face painting by Carol Slone from Sparkles Face Painting.
Face painting is available on a first come, first served basis. Visitors should book a timeslot with the face painter, pay in the Courtyard Shop and return shortly before their allocated time.
Always check details before travelling. Hever Castle reserves the right to close all or part of the Castle, grounds, catering outlets and activities, and to change or cancel and events. Please note that use of partner offers may be restricted or not valid on event days.
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November 6
Hever Christmas Fair 2026
Hever Christmas Fair: Friday 6 November
10:30am – 15:30pm (grounds open until 16:30)
Open for just one day, at the fair you will find gifts, gadgets, textiles and decorations.
Please note that on the 6 Nov the Christmas Fair is taking place. £3 of each ticket will be donated to the Hever Primary School and St. Peter’s Church, Hever. Ticket prices have been reduced for this day. There are no garden only or family prices for this date.
Entry to Grounds, Castle & Fair included in ticket price.
Adults/Concession £10
Child 5-17 £5
Annual Members £3 (will be charged on entry to the Fair)
Always check details before travelling. Hever Castle reserves the right to close all or part of the Castle, grounds, catering outlets and activities, and to change or cancel and events. Please note that use of partner offers may be restricted or not valid on event days.
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November 20 - January 2
Christmas At Hever Castle 2026/2027
Follow the yellow brick road on a magical journey with loved ones this Christmas – there’s no place like Hever!
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