Tonbridge Castle

01/09/2026

Back to school means new adventures in learning!

Teachers - this school year, let your students become castle guards, uncover medieval stories and experience history where it really happened.
At Tonbridge Castle, our educational visits combine fun, exploration and curriculum-linked learning, helping children connect with the past in a truly memorable way.

🏰 Explore a real medieval castle
⚔️ Take part in hands-on workshops
📚 Designed for KS1 & KS2 learners
✨ Create lasting memories beyond the classroom

Autumn term dates are filling up. Book your school visit today 👉 https://orlo.uk/fYxpr

01/09/2026

🏰 TONBRIDGE & MALLING RESIDENT OFFER! 🏰

Throughout September 2026, Tonbridge & Malling residents can enjoy 2 for 1 admission to Tonbridge Castle!

Step back in time and discover over 900 years of history with our self-guided audio tour.
Younger visitors can enjoy a children's audio guide and activity book, making it a great family day out.

📅 Offer valid: 1 - 30 September 2026

Terms & Conditions: ✅ One person in the pair must be a Tonbridge & Malling resident
✅ Proof of address must be shown at reception (driving licence preferred)
✅ Alternatively, photo ID plus a recent bill dated within the last month
✅ The free ticket can be used by either a resident or non-resident
❌ The 2 for 1 offer cannot be purchased online and is only available in person at reception

📍 Tonbridge Castle

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31/08/2026

🎭☠️ Open Air Theatre at Tonbridge Castle ☠️🎭

📆 Sunday 6 September

Illyria presents The Pirates of Penzance 🏴‍☠️

Join us for a hilarious evening of Gilbert & Sullivan's much-loved comic opera, brought to life by the award-winning Illyria Theatre Company.

Frederick was born on 29 February and is bound by a peculiar contract with the Pirate King until his 21st birthday... not his 21st year! Can the hopeless Penzance police force save him? Will his beloved Mabel wait for him until he's 84? Packed with sharp satire, sparkling wit and unforgettable characters, this classic comedy feels as fresh today as ever.

🌞 The weather is looking perfect for an evening of outdoor theatre, so pack your picnic and enjoy a wonderful night under the open sky.

📍 Tonbridge Castle
🪑 Bring your own chair or picnic rug
🧥 Dress for the weather
🧺 Bring a picnic and enjoy the evening outdoors
☕ Light refreshments available to purchase
♿ Wheelchair accessible venue

🎟️ Book your tickets: https://orlo.uk/8QDl1

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30/08/2026

🏴‍☠️⏳ ONE WEEK TO GO! ⏳🏴‍☠️

Don't miss your chance to see Illyria's hilarious production of The Pirates of Penzance at Tonbridge Castle on 6 September!

Join Frederic, a band of tender-hearted pirates, the hopeless Penzance police, and his beloved Mabel for an evening packed with comedy, music, and mayhem in the stunning open-air setting of Tonbridge Castle.

Bring a picnic, your favourite chair or blanket, and get ready for a fantastic afternoon and evening of theatre under the open sky.

🎭 The Pirates of Penzance
📅 6 September 2026
📍 Tonbridge Castle
⏰ 4:00pm - 9:30pm

🎟️ Tickets are selling fast. Book now and don't miss out!
https://orlo.uk/lo9ZU

🏴‍☠️✨🎭

28/08/2026

🏰 September Special at Tonbridge Castle!

Are you a Tonbridge & Malling resident? This September, bring a friend for FREE when you visit Tonbridge Castle.

Step back into medieval history with an audio-guided tour, explore the castle at your own pace, and enjoy a great family day out. Children's audio guides and activity books are also available to help bring history to life for younger visitors.

Simply bring proof of a Tonbridge & Malling address and enjoy the offer throughout September.

📍 Tonbridge Castle
🎟️ Cheapest ticket goes free
📅 Available all September

27/08/2026

🎭🏰 What makes open-air theatre so special?

Hear it straight from the cast of Illyria's The Pirates of Penzance as they share what they love most about performing in the great outdoors. From stunning historic settings to the unique atmosphere created by the audience, there's nothing quite like open-air theatre.

On 6 September, Tonbridge Castle will be transformed into a world of pirates, policemen, romance, and comedy as Gilbert & Sullivan's much-loved classic comes to life in the castle grounds.

So grab a blanket or chair, pack a picnic, and prepare for an unforgettable evening under the open sky.

📅 6 September 2026
📍 Tonbridge Castle
⏰ 4:00pm - 9:30pm

🎟️ Book your tickets with Illyria: https://orlo.uk/ssHd2

🎭🏴‍☠️✨

26/08/2026

25/08/2026

🏴‍☠️🎭 Illyria presents The Pirates of Penzance at Tonbridge Castle

Prepare for an afternoon and evening of laughter, music, and swashbuckling adventure as Illyria brings Gilbert & Sullivan's beloved comic opera to the beautiful grounds of Tonbridge Castle.

Born on 29 February in a leap year, Frederic discovers that his apprenticeship to the Pirate King lasts until his 21st birthday, not his 21st year. With birthdays only arriving once every four years, can he ever escape a life of piracy? And will his sweetheart, Mabel, wait for him until he's 84?

Packed with hilarious melodrama, sharp satire, and sparkling wit, The Pirates of Penzance remains as entertaining and relevant today as ever.

🧺 Bring your own seating or rug
🥪 Pack a picnic and enjoy the historic surroundings
☕ Light refreshments available to purchase
♿ Wheelchair accessible

📅 Date: 6 September 2026
📍 Location: Tonbridge Castle
⏰ Time: 4:00pm - 9:30pm

Gather your family and friends for a magical open-air theatre experience under the Kent sky.

🎟️ Book your tickets with Illyria: https://orlo.uk/IR2Bz

🏴‍☠️✨🎭

23/08/2026

📣 Today's Reminder! 📣

🎨🛍️ Artisan Market at Tonbridge Castle 🛍️🎨

Join us this Sunday, 23 August, and explore a wonderful selection of local artisans, makers, artists and food producers in the beautiful surroundings of Tonbridge Castle.

✨ Unique handmade gifts
✨ Local crafts and produce
✨ Delicious food and drink
✨ A great day out for the whole family

Whether you're looking for something special or simply want to enjoy a stroll around the market, we'd love to see you there!

Don't forget to check the traders inside the COUNCIL CHAMBER!!!

📍 Tonbridge Castle
📅 Sunday 23 August

Come and visit, shop local, and support talented independent traders.

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22/08/2026

🌟 ARTISAN MARKET TOMORROW! 🌟

There'll be a great selection of local traders, handmade gifts, sweet treats, and plenty of opportunities to support small businesses (while convincing yourself that another purchase is absolutely necessary!).

Feel free to pop along, have a browse, and maybe treat yourself.

Come along, support local businesses, and treat yourself... because you've earned it! 😊

See you there! 😊