Tonbridge Christmas Fest
Tonbridge Castle, Tonbridge · 27 November to 13 December 2026
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A free festive market at Tonbridge Castle across three long weekends, with a market village of handmade gifts, a food village and a Christmas lounge. Families can book a grotto visit, shows and character meet and greets, while 18-plus evenings cater for adults. Santa's Post Office and a Christmas tree parade add to the atmosphere.
Highlights
- Market village with handmade gifts and bakes
- Father Christmas grotto in the Christmas Cabin
- Ticketed children's shows and character meet and greets
- Food village and Candy Cane Bar
Good to know
- Entry is free; only the grotto and shows need tickets
Getting there
Tonbridge Castle, Tonbridge Castle, Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 1BG
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Nearby
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