What's On

Outdoor family film screening - 'Toy Story' (the original). Tickets are limited so be quick (no ticket - no entry)!  For full details go to www.heart.co.uk.  Doors open 6.45pm. Film starts 8.35pm, so arrive early to get a good position.  Bring a picnic and something to sit on.  Torches advisable.  

The Pantaloons are a young, vibrant theatre company who return to Mount Ephraim to perform Much Ado About Nothing in their unique and hilarious style - fun for the whole family.  Bring a picnic and something to sit on!  Tickets can be purchased online from www.thepantaloons.co.uk or direct from Mount Ephraim Gardens (cash on collection only please) - call 01227 751 496.  Tickets are £9 adults and £5 child.  Performances :  Sunday 29 Aug - 7pm / Bank holiday Monday - 2.30pm.

Join in the apple harvest celebrations on the family farm including apple pressing demonstrations, fun farm tours and a chance to sample and buy some of the best fruit grown in Kent. Children: apple bobbing, an Apple Trail and tasting quiz.  Guest appearance by Hawklands from Farming World at 1pm with a display of various stunning birds of prey.  Also, sale of second hand books and other interesting bric a brac.  Lunches etc can be pre-booked via Woodrose Tearoom call Dianne: 01227 751168.

Opens 11am and 5pm last entry.  Tel: 01227 751496

Plant Heritage - National Council for the Conservation of Plants and Gardens (NCCPG) bring you conservation through cultivation with a range of specialist local nurseries on the grounds of the beautiful Mount Ephraim Gardens.  10 acres of stunning gardens to explore and many attractions including 'forgotten crafts' visitor centre.  Refreshments available from Woodrose tearooms.  Normal garden admission applies:  Adults £5, Children (3-16) £2.50, Children under 3 go free, Plant Heritage Members £4.50 upon presentation of membership cards. 

Opens 11am and 5pm last entry.  Tel: 01227 751 496

Visit Mount Ephraim and Woodrose Tea rooms before the gardens officially close for the year. Out of season visitors are welcome to enjoy the gardens in the autumn/winter. Reduced rate garden entrance payable via the Main House.

The family fireworks event of the season takes place at Mount Ephraim on Saturday 6th November at 7:30 pm - organised by the Dawes Community Association. Very well known and run, this excellent display will be complete with a Bar, Food and Music to make your night go with a bang