Weald of Kent Country Craft & Food Show

2nd - 4th May | 10.00am – 5.00pm | Tickets available in advance or on the gate | This is a third party event of which Penshurst Place and Gardens is the host, but not the organiser

Enjoy artisan shopping, delicious food, live entertainment, craft demos, music, children’s rides, and a joyful atmosphere at the Weald of Kent Country Craft & Food Show!

Artisan Shopping

With over 185 independent stallholders, you can wander through six expansive indoor marquees and outdoor markets filled with exquisite handmade jewellery, homeware, clothing, art, health and wellness products, and much more!

Fun & Entertainment

Family-friendly activities include a free-flying falconry display, traditional fairground rides, live music, and craft demonstrations. Plus – free entry to the Penshurst Place ‘Adventure Playground’

Food & Drink Marquee

Explore a diverse array of artisan food and drink vendors, where you can indulge in delicious cheeses and irresistible homemade sweet and savoury treats.

Craft Demos

Watch skilled artisans demonstrate traditional British crafts like basketry, willow-weaving, and woodcarving.

Discounted early bird tickets available at www.thecraftshows.co.uk

Bank Holiday Wild Weekends with Camp Wilderness

Included in admission to Penshurst Place and Gardens 

3rd & 4th May | 24th & 25th May

The bushcraft pros from Camp Wilderness will be visiting the Woodland Trail at Penshurst Place on the May Bank Holiday Weekends, providing amazing wilderness activities for children, included in admission to Penshurst Place and Gardens! Get involved in Axe-throwing and archery, have a go at cooking some smores or take on the camouflage and concealment challenge! Don’t forget Camp Wilderness run overnight camps in the beautiful woods of the Penshurst Place parkland every summer. Speak to a member of their team during your visit for more information or click the link below:

Camp Wilderness Weekend Breaks at Penshurst Place

Plant Your Own Vegetable Garden: Beginner's Workshop - NEW DATE ADDED

Wednesday 13th May | 10.00am – 1.00pm | £55 per person | Tickets include access to the House and Gardens during their normal opening hours

Book Tickets

If you're looking to grow your own in 2026 and cut down on UPFs, come along and learn with our Head Gardener, Tony Wiseman, who will help you plant a mini vegetable garden to take home.

During this morning workshop, Tony will walk you through everything from sowing, pests, soil quality and harvesting. Whether you're looking at creating a range of raised beds in your garden, or planting a few pots on your balcony, there will be a selection of vegetables that are ideal for you. At the end of this workshop you'll take home a propagation box with a selection of potted vegetables for your own gardens, as well as some seeds to help you continue your vegetable beds, a guidebook, and a 50% off coupon any one plant in our Plant Centre.

Tickets include:

• 1 propagation box with a selection of potted vegetables for your own gardens
• seeds to help you continue your vegetable beds at home
• a guidebook
• 50% off coupon any one plant in our Plant Centre
• House and Gardens access after the workshop

Book Tickets

Wealden Times Pop-Up Fair

One Day Only Friday 15th May, 10am – 4pm | Tickets must be pre-booked | Tickets available here | This is a third party event of which Penshurst Place and Gardens is the host, but not the organiser

Explore 37 handpicked independent brands – like a high street full of the most interesting shops – selling fashion, jewellery, homeware and gifts, all beautifully curated for the new season.

Entry includes access into the house and the stunning grounds of Penshurst Place. So why not invite your friends and family and make a day of it?

Pre-purchased tickets only, with limited availability for the timed shopping slots. There are two sessions available: 10am – 1pm or 12pm – 4pm

The postcode for the private entrance to Penshurst Place where the event is taking place is TN11 8DH (not TN11 8DG). This postcode is specifically for the private entrance used for events, not the main visitor entrance, which uses a different postcode. It’s located off Penshurst Road (B2176). If you’re in Penshurst village, follow the signs towards Leigh/Edenbridge/Hildenborough, and the entrance will be on your right after about 400 yards.

Tickets available here

Around Penshurst in 9 Days | Spring Holiday Garden Trail

Garden Trail 10am - 5pm | Crafts 11am - 3.30pm | Included in your admission to Penshurst Place and Gardens

Pippa is going on a mega adventure! One that will take her across the waters of Diana’s Bath, flying through the apple trees in the Orchards and track racing between the yew hedges. Pack your suitcases and get ready to discover a world of transport as Pippa travels around Penshurst in 9 days!

Your task is to follow the clues and crack the riddles in number order. Each clue will lead you to a named Garden where a mode of transport will be waiting.

Once you’ve come across the correct mode of transport you must write it down on your map next to the Garden you found it in.

A map with the locations of the Gardens in number order has been provided by Pippa in case you get stuck!