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Battle the Boredom in 1066 Country this summer!

Looking for ways to keep your children entertained this summer? You're in the right place.

1066 Country is jam packed with walks, trails, attractions and events to keep everyone busy this summer. From exploring the new Rother Wine Triangle to walking the 1066 Country Walk, wondering the gorgeous gardens at Great Dixter, Pashley Manor or Herstmonceux Castle or delving into history at Bodiam Castle, Bateman's or Battle Abbey - 1066 will keep you busy and wanting more!

Check out our events below for performances, festivials, trails and family fun to keep you busy this summer.

Looking to keep the costs low? Check out our blog on '10 free things to do this summer' that will keep you, your bank balance and the children happy!

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Room on the Broom trail

Address

Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest, Bedgebury Road, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2SJ

Telephone
01580 879820

bedgebury@forestryengland.uk

Goudhurst

Join Witch and her friends on an enchanting adventure at Bedgebury.
This interactive family trail is packed with Room on the Broom themed activities, fascinating forest facts and plenty of hands-on fun.
As you explore, help Witch find her…

Dates

From:

28 Jan 2026to31 Oct 2026Open 00:00 - 00:00

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Kitchen Garden Week at Pashley Manor Gardens

Address

Pashley Manor Gardens, Pashley Road, Ticehurst, Near Wadhurst, East Sussex, TN5 7HE

Telephone
01580200888

info@pashleymanorgardens.com

Ticehurst, Near Wadhurst

Gardeners love to eat what they grow and since in July an abundance of produce is ready to enjoy, after all the planning, planting and hard work, what better time for Pashley, on the border of Sussex and Kent, to dedicate a week to the Kitchen…

Dates

From:

14 July 2026to18 July 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Highlights

Hawkhurst 10k & 5k

We are excited to announce the return of this fabulous community race for its sixth year. Working…

Rye Fish Market & Seafood Bar

A seafood market and bar in the heart of Rye's local fishing community.

Rye Harbour Nature Reserve

Rye Harbour Nature Reserve is an important wildlife site set in an exceptional coastal and wetland…

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