18 unmissable family events taking place in the summer holidays in Kent

The summer holidays are almost here, so it’s time to start filling up that calendar with fantastic family days out.

From Medieval festivals to animal encounters, code-cracking challenges and swashbuckling pirates, we’ve got all the essential dates for your summer diary…

From plant fairs to craft festivals, Lullingstone Castle is putting on lots of fun, family events this summer. Picture: Alan Graham / Lullingstone Castle

From plant fairs to craft festivals, Lullingstone Castle is putting on lots of fun, family events this summer. Picture: Alan Graham / Lullingstone Castle

LULLINGSTONE CASTLE, near Swanley

From Friday, July 19

Lullingstone Castle kicks off its summer with the Quilt and Craft Festival, a celebration of art and craftsmanship from across the South East with workshops, stalls and patchwork exhibits. Then, the PATINA Classic Car Show pulls up to the grounds in August, bringing with it a collection of unrestored classic and vintage cars, followed by the Plant Hunters Weekend where you can discover unusual blooms and animals at the end of the month.

Details: Quilt and Craft Festival takes place from Friday, July 19 to Sunday, July 21 at Lullingstone Castle in Eynsford, near Swanley. Find tickets and more event details online here.

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