Tonbridge Castle

Reputedly England's finest example of a Motte and Bailey Castle with a splendid 13th Century Gatehouse. Please note that this account is monitored Wed-Fri.

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TODAY from 10am until 4pm browse stalls and support local businesses at our FIRST Artisan Market of the year. Once you've done a spot of shopping, why not take a tour of our beautiful castle.

https://t.co/2qyYituNdY

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🌿 Tonbridge Castle Artisan Markets Are Back! 🌿
Sunday 26 April — free entry and dog friendly 🦮
Make a day of it 🙌
• Wander the riverside paths
• Explore the High Street
• Take a tour of the historic Castle
Visit our website to find out more https://t.co/Wr9QV0t1NA

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💍 ✨ Newly engaged? 💍✨ Say 'I do' at a real fairytale castle. With the splendour of the ancient Great Hall and the far-reaching views from the top of the Gate House, Tonbridge Castle has everything you need for an unforgettable day. Book a visit and see for yourself. 🤍 🏰

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🌧️ Tonbridge Christmas Fest 2025 at the castle is CLOSED TODAY due to forecasts for adverse weather.

The decision has been made for public health and safety reasons.

The good news is that tomorrow it should be open tomorrow (Friday) and the forecast is for sunshine! 🌞

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✨🎄 Tonbridge Castle has been transformed into a festive wonderland!

❄️ Snowfall 4pm & 7pm
🎤Live music 5.30–8pm 🎶
🍷 Mulled wine, 🎁 shopping, 🍔 food, 🎡 rides
🎟️ FREE entry!

Only 3 more sleeps until Christmas Fest.✨
👉 https://t.co/OH1jJXRuyz

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✨Details of Remembrance events in the borough have been published. See link for more details. Local veterans who would like to join us to lay a wreath on Remembrance Sunday, 9 November can contact [email protected]. https://t.co/4e2Y8BqAWZ #Lestweforget #TonbridgeandMalling

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✨ We'd like to invite local veterans to join us to lay a wreath this Remembrance Sunday, 9 November. If you'd like to be a part of the parade from Tonbridge Castle to the Remembrance Gardens alongside local dignitaries, military, clergy, and Scouts contact [email protected].

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Wonderful! Thank you.
Come and see the poppies at the Castle as part of this Remembrance.

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Knitted poppies installed at @TonbridgeCastle this morning in the wind and rain, signalling the start of the @PoppyLegion appeal. Volunteers will be in @sainsburys and on the High Street until Remembrance Sunday.

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🧺✨ Tonbridge Castle Artisan Market - Next Sunday!
Whether you're hunting for unique gifts, fancy a browse with friends, or just love supporting small businesses — this is your perfect Sunday plan.

See you there!
https://t.co/gPpcm8leQT

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History is just a train ride away! 🏰 Hop on the Medway Valley Line and discover Tonbridge Castle with the Kent Rover pass. #ExploreKent #DaysOutByRail

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🎭 Book now! Open air theatre this Saturday at Tonbridge Castle! Two Shakespearean comedies. One hilarious night. Much Ado & Macbeth brought to life in just 40(ish) mins each – with only FOUR actors! Fast and funny. Bring a picnic ! More info here 👉 https://t.co/NVv2pC2z18

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Cancelled: Earlier this week, due to forecasted high temperatures, we took the decision to cancel today's Artisan Market and the West Kent Big Band concert. The market will be back next month and there's music throughout the summer. See what's on 👉 https://t.co/Ynh1ii5cPp

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Cancelled! For the safety of our staff and visitors Sunday's Artisan Market and the West Kent Big Band concert have been cancelled due to forecasted high temperatures. We hope to see you at one of our other summer events soon. See what's on 👉 https://t.co/pZOnMiMyPS

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There's a new banking hub at Tonbridge Castle, providing essential banking services that you can use five days a week, regardless of who you bank with. Come along to deposit and withdraw cash/cheques, pay bills and more. Info & opening times here 👉 https://t.co/B88e36CHUs

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Our amazing maintenance teams have been hard at work planting thousands of bedding plants around the grounds of the castle. It's an annual job that means we can look forward to weeks of dazzling summer colour, stretching from the Cannon Lawn to the high street. Nice job team!

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TONIGHT! VE Day 80th Anniversary beacon lighting, Tonbridge Castle 8.30pm - 9.30pm. Join us for a service of remembrance, followed by the sounding of the Last Post and the lighting of a beacon as part of a national tribute. https://t.co/yxkn4J5J20 #TonbridgeCastle #VEDay80

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VE Day 80th Anniversary beacon lighting TOMORROW , Thurs 8 May at Tonbridge Castle, 8.30pm - 9.30pm. There will be a short service of remembrance, followed by the lighting of a beacon as part of a national tribute. #TonbridgeCastle #VEDay80

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Come and celebrate in true 1940s style at our VE Day 80th Anniversary street party. Live music, Lindy Hop dancers, food, drink, stalls and ration style cookery demonstrations📍 Tonbridge Castle 📆 Sunday 4 May 🕙 10am - 4pm
#VEDAY #Tonbridge #Kentevents #VEDAY80

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The castle is now fully encased in scaffolding, allowing workers to safely access the top of the roof to carry out the restoration work. The next step is to remove the old roof, make repairs and put on a new roof. The grounds and gift shop remain open for a stroll! 🌳 🐕‍🦺

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Tonbridge Castle is closed for the next four months due to roof renovation work. This is part of our ongoing commitment to preserving the castle’s rich history. The grounds will remain open but there may be occasional access restrictions.
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