Outdoor adventures await in Tunbridge Wells Summer is the best time of year to enjoy the great outdoors! From park safaris, perfect for little ones, to Demelza's Trail With a Tail and much more! Take a look at our Go Outside Guide, the ultimate companion to things to do in the outdoors this summer, in Tunbridge Wells. Live music events Family-friendly outdoor adventures Food & Drink Put on your hiking boots Delve into history and heritage Live music Live music at The Pantiles For the ultimate food and live music event, grab a ticket to Live at The Pantiles every Thursday across summer. Enjoy from the pop-up-bar or with a meal at Essence on The Pantiles, The Tunbridge Wells Hotel or La Casa Vecchia. Or head to Local and Live Live music fans can enjoy a calendar of events across town in venues including The Forum, Trinity Theatre, The Sussex Mews, Sankeys and more! The events run from 22 to 25 August and the entire festival is free to attend. Music at Scotney Castle Join Scotney Castle on 15 August for An Evening with The Swinging Little Big Band. Set against the stunning backdrop of Scotney's mansion house, enjoy a summer evening filled with swing-era classics and Vegas-style renditions of contemporary hits. Opera in the Open at Bayham Abbey  The popular opera spectacular at Bayham Old Abbey is back for another year. Featuring operas of Mozart, Rossini, Puccini, Gilbert & Sullivan and many more! Head to this English Heritage site for a wonderful operatic display with one of the best backdrops in Tunbridge Wells. Family adventures Demelza’s Trail with a Tail Kicking off on 11 July and running for nine weeks, Trail with a Tale will see beautiful art sculptures pop up across Royal Tunbridge Wells. Help your little ones find all the sculptures hidden across the town. Summer of play at Scotney Castle Set in the beautiful meadow at Scotney Castle, join the Summer of Play where families are invited to enjoy a mix of activities with a series of themed zones including nature, sports, creative and games zones. Park safaris with The Amelia Dig out your bug boxes as Park Safaris are back! Join Dr Ian Beavis, an expert in the natural world, for fun, lively and informative trails across the parks of Tunbridge Wells. Stick Man Fun Day at Bedgebury Pinetum Bedgebury Pinetum’s resident children’s trail features family-favourite Stick Man. Open every day over summer, it’s the ideal way to enjoy the great outdoors with little ones. For an extra slice of Stick Man fun, head to the forest on 23 August for the Stick Man Fun Day where you can meet the beloved character, enjoyed themed craft stations, face painting and enjoy the trail Dragon Boat Race Family Fun Day at [...]

Enjoy The Great Escaper under the stars at this outdoor cinema event at Chartwell. Experience live music and great refreshments before settling in to watch the film from 8pm.

Enjoy the great outdoors and visit an outdoor cinema event in the Borough of Tunbridge Wells this summer.

Discover incredible nature on the largest reservoir in Kent and the surrounding 800 acres of parkland at Bewl Water.

This spring/summer, a whole host of gardens are throwing open their doors in aid of Hospice in the Weald. Enjoy a picturesque day out, whilst raising vital funds for a local charity. Visit their website to see which gardens will be open on each day.

This spring/summer, a whole host of gardens are throwing open their doors in aid of Hospice in the Weald. Enjoy a picturesque day out, whilst raising vital funds for a local charity. Visit their website to see which gardens will be open on each day.

This spring/summer, a whole host of gardens are throwing open their doors in aid of Hospice in the Weald. Enjoy a picturesque day out, whilst raising vital funds for a local charity. Visit their website to see which gardens will be open on each day.

This spring/summer, a whole host of gardens are throwing open their doors in aid of Hospice in the Weald. Enjoy a picturesque day out, whilst raising vital funds for a local charity. Visit their website to see which gardens will be open on each day.

This spring/summer, a whole host of gardens are throwing open their doors in aid of Hospice in the Weald. Enjoy a picturesque day out, whilst raising vital funds for a local charity. Visit their website to see which gardens will be open on each day.

This spring/summer, a whole host of gardens are throwing open their doors in aid of Hospice in the Weald. Enjoy a picturesque day out, whilst raising vital funds for a local charity. Visit their website to see which gardens will be open on each day.

This spring/summer, a whole host of gardens are throwing open their doors in aid of Hospice in the Weald. Enjoy a picturesque day out, whilst raising vital funds for a local charity. Visit their website to see which gardens will be open on each day.

This spring/summer, a whole host of gardens are throwing open their doors in aid of Hospice in the Weald. Enjoy a picturesque day out, whilst raising vital funds for a local charity. Visit their website to see which gardens will be open on each day.

This spring/summer, a whole host of gardens are throwing open their doors in aid of Hospice in the Weald. Enjoy a picturesque day out, whilst raising vital funds for a local charity. Visit their website to see which gardens will be open on each day.

When the weather heats up, there’s nothing better than a great British beer garden. And there are so many great options to pick from in Tunbridge Wells. Whether you’re looking to pair your pub visit with a walk, National Trust property or are in need of something to entertain little ones, we’ve got you covered. Here’s our roundup of the best beer gardens in and around Tunbridge Wells… The Poacher and Partridge, Tudeley Situated in sprawling countryside, The Poacher and Partridge is another rural pub, perfect for families with a wonderful play area and plenty of area for little ones to run around. Adults will love the views across farmland and the outdoor shacks to sit in! View website Mount Edgcumbe, Royal Tunbridge Wells Sitting on the edge of Royal Tunbridge Wells town, the Mount Edgcumbe’s beer garden is beautiful. Ideal to combine with a trip to the town centre, or a walk along Tunbridge Wells and Rusthall Commons. View website The Vineyard, Lamberhurst A beautiful terrace, pizza oven, children’s play area and extensive garden area. Plus, there’s a wonderful walk to nearby Scotney Castle that departs from the pub! View website The Queen's Inn, Hawkhurst The terrace outside The Queen’s Inn in Hawkhurst is well worth a visit. Beautiful on a summer’s day, this hotspot is conveniently located on the road between Rye and Royal Tunbridge Wells. View website The Barn, Royal Tunbridge Wells Another Royal Tunbridge Wells town centre option, The Barn has a beautiful garden tucked away from the busy streets. Serving up traditional pub food, it’s a great option for meeting friends or stopping off after shopping in town! View website The Bucks Head, Sevenoaks Sitting just outside of Tunbridge Wells in neighbouring Sevenoaks, this is a great pub option if you’re looking for a dog-friendly venue, on the edge of Knole and with an award-winning roast. It's well worth the journey. View website The Milk House, Sissinghurst Great for the whole family, The Milk House has its own playground in the pub garden and fantastic views across the fields. You can couple a trip here with a visit to nearby Sissinghurst Castle or the quaint town of Cranbrook! View website The Beau Nash, Royal Tunbridge Wells Another town centre pub, The Beau Nash is named after an important figure in the history of Tunbridge Wells. The pub itself sits on Mount Ephraim and has a wonderful outdoor terrace that is a sun trap when the weather is good! View website The Goudhurst Inn, Goudhurst  For a more rural pub, The Goudhurst Inn offers a beautiful seating area outside. Benefitting from a beautiful countryside surrounding it, this may be the perfect pub for [...]