What's on in March

Come along and see the on-site Wedding and Events
facilities. Meet with a member of our Events Team to bring your
big plans to life.

Free with complimentary bubbles on arrival
10AM - 3PM

For more information or to book your space contact a member... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sun 08 03 2026 at 10:00 am

Until: Sun 08 03 2026 at 3:00 pm

Hop along to find the Easter Bunny on a fun-filled adventure through the Betteshanger woods!

Dates: 28th March – 6th April 2026 (selected dates only)

Price: £12 per child / £4 per adult

Parking not included.

Every child will receive a clue... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sat 28 03 2026 at 10:30 am

Until: Mon 06 04 2026 at 3:30 pm

Hempstead House Hotel is delighted to host our next Murder Mystery evening on Saturday 28th March 2026.

Six lucky numbers. Three tricky suspects. One had-it-coming victim! Moneypenny Murder Mystery Productions returns with “Dead Lucky”.

What would you d... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sat 28 03 2026 at 7:30 pm

Until: Sat 28 03 2026 at 11:00 am

Enjoy a delicious Afternoon Tea, in a warm and cosy setting
at ORIDA Hotels Maidstone.

Available daily. Advanced pre-booking required

£20.00 per person
Upgrade to a glass of Prosecco for an extra £5.00.

For more information, or to book call the hotel on 01622 734 322.

When: Thu 01 01 2026 at 12:00 pm

Until: Thu 31 12 2026 at 5:00 pm

Debbie will be selling her luxury handmade candles on various
dates throughout the year.

Contact our Events Team at events.maidstone@oridahotels.com or call 01622 734 322 opt 2 for confirmed dates.

Free to attend, with complimentary onsite parking.
10AM - 4PM

When: Thu 01 01 2026 at 10:00 am

Until: Thu 31 12 2026 at 4:00 pm

RABI Annual Charity Shoot
70 Bird Shoot (excludes Cartridges)
Experienced Shots Only
followed by a BBQ lunch
Please contact Charles@Tassell.co.uk to book

When: Sun 29 03 2026 at 9:45 am

Until: Sun 29 03 2026 at 1:00 pm

Enjoy a spooky night time tour around one of Kent’s most paranormally active locations and hear tales of strange occurrences in the 300 year history of Fort Amherst.

From the moment you enter the tunnel complex our tales begin, for there is not a sin... (click the button below to read more)

When: Fri 30 01 2026 at 8:00 pm

Until: Wed 30 10 2030 at 9:45 pm

This Spring Equinox day experience is based at the beautiful Seekers Trust in Kent is an invitation to slow down, reconnect, and welcome the awakening energy of spring. Rooted in the seasonal theme of Ostara, the day gently explores balance, renewal, and new... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sat 21 03 2026 at 10:00 am

Until: Sat 21 03 2026 at 4:00 pm

The Six Nations is back and we’re showing Round 1 LIVE on the big screens at The Hook & Hatchet!
Join us from Thursday 5th Feb for the first game of France v Ireland (20:10). With great atmosphere, cold Guinness and our Six Nations Burger Menu available, i... (click the button below to read more)

When: Thu 05 02 2026 at 8:00 pm

Until: Sat 14 03 2026 at 11:00 pm

You’ll give up one night, or more, of comfort to raise awareness and vital funds – helping provide safe homes, mental health support, and a pathway back to independence for those who once served our country.

One night in the cold highlights the harsh reali... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sun 01 03 2026 at 12:00 am

Until: Tue 31 03 2026 at 11:45 pm

Investigations are once a month: 7.00pm to 11.45pm

Experienced guides will help you investigate the paranormal potential at Fort Amherst – with plenty of spooky stories of the unexplained happenings here. Ghost-hunting equipment, such as pendulums and ... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sat 06 12 2025 at 7:00 pm

Until: Wed 30 10 2030 at 11:45 pm

We celebrate one of Betteshanger’s defining features at our annual Wind Festival.
Sit back and watch the pros from Kent Kite Flyers fill the sky with their colourful shapes and creations.
Bring along the family, and enjoy a sunny day of kite-flying, with ki... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sun 22 03 2026 at 10:00 am

Until: Sun 22 03 2026 at 2:00 pm

About the experience
Celebrate Mother’s Day in style on Sunday, 15th March, with a beautifully prepared carvery lunch buffet created by Chef Kingsley, served in the elegant surroundings of our The Winston Hall.

This relaxed and joyful lunch is the perfect... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sun 15 03 2026 at 12:00 pm

Until: Sun 15 03 2026 at 4:00 pm

Friday, 13th March

6:30 pm

There’s more to village life than Constance Noring’s WI cake sales and Reverend Gordon Bennett’s sermons… but no one could have predicted a murder announcement!

Join us for a comedy murder mystery packed with outrageous cha... (click the button below to read more)

When: Fri 13 03 2026 at 6:30 pm

Until: Fri 13 03 2026 at 11:00 pm

Spoiling all the special ladies in our lives this Mothering Sunday with a traditional roast lunch or classic afternoon tea

Treat the special lady in your life this Mothering Sunday on Sunday 15th March 2026 with a visit to Hempstead House Hotel.

Tables ... (click the button below to read more)

When: Sun 15 03 2026 at 12:30 pm

Until: Sun 15 03 2026 at 3:00 pm