17 July Fruit Tree Pruning
17 July Fruit Tree Pruning
17 July Fruit Tree Pruning
Volunteer Session
Help us prune the fruit trees in Victoria Park’s orchards using loppers and secateurs.
If you would like to attend you will need to wear long trousers and long sleeves. If sunny you should apply sunscreen and may want to wear a hat. You should also bring a drink as well as lunch if you are staying the whole day.
9.30am to 3pm
Meet at the volunteer compound.
Activity level: moderate to heavy.
26 July Bikefest
17 July Fruit Tree Pruning
17 July Fruit Tree Pruning
FREE Event
To celebrate Mr Harper’s Birthday this year we’re holding a cycling celebration!
With amazing BMX stunt demonstrations and workshops from Fusion Extreme bikes and stalls for all things bike-related.
11am to 3pm
At Victoria Park Pump Track
August Forest School
17 July Fruit Tree Pruning
Summer Drumming Workshops
FREE Activity - FULLY BOOKED!
Discover the wild side of summer! Sign your children up for Forest School in Victoria Park this August — an exciting outdoor adventure that runs rain or shine.
These fun-filled sessions are packed with creative, physical, and social activities, giving kids the chance to build dens, use real tools, and explore nature right on their doorstep.
It’s the perfect way to burn off energy, make new friends, and enjoy fresh air during the school holidays. Whether they’re climbing, crafting, or spotting wildlife, children will grow in confidence and curiosity as they connect with the natural world.
Choose from the following dates (booking essential):
10am to 1pm
Tuesday 5 - FULL
Friday 8 - FULL
Friday 15 - FULL
Tuesday 19 FULL
Friday 22 FULL
Tuesday 26 - FULL
Friday 29 - FULL
Summer Drumming Workshops
21 August Bug Snugs and Water Channels
Summer Drumming Workshops
FREE Activity
Looking for a fun, energetic activity for the whole family this summer?
Unleash your rhythm and creativity by learning funky beats in the relaxed, friendly atmosphere of Victoria Park with local drummer Drum&Ink!
Perfect for all ages and skill levels!
Choose from the following sessions (booking essential):
10am to 11am
Friday 15 August - FULL
Friday 29 August
Friday 22 August
Saturday 6 September
21 August Bug Snugs and Water Channels
21 August Bug Snugs and Water Channels
21 August Bug Snugs and Water Channels
Volunteer Session
We’re running a double session for this one. Those of you who like to get stuck in can help improve the wetland channels by clearing tree fall, branches and litter and pull out self-seeded growth. Those of you who prefer something a little less mucky can help create bug snugs and bee nests in the orchard.
If you would like to attend you will need to wear long trousers and long sleeves - particularly if you are helping on the water channel activity (we will get mucky so don’t wear anything you don’t mind getting grubby!). If you’re helping in the channels you’ll need wellies too. You could also bring gloves (we do have some but you may prefer your own thick gloves or rubber gloves).
If sunny you should apply sunscreen and may want to wear a hat. You should also bring a drink as well as lunch if you are staying the whole day.
9.30am to 3pm
Meet at the volunteer compound.
Activity level: moderate to heavy.
23 August Barklife
21 August Bug Snugs and Water Channels
21 August Bug Snugs and Water Channels
FREE Event
Your favourite dog show in the park returns for more woofily good fun!
With seven show categories there’s something for every pooch. There's no need to sign up, simply turn up and head to the arena at the allotted time for your chosen category:
10am - Dapper Gentleman
10.20am - Prettiest Lady
10.40am - Most Regal Pensioner
11am - Cutest Puppy
11.20am - Best Rescue
11.40 - Best Dressed
12pm - Best in Show
There will also be stalls from the RSPCA, Fetcher Dog rescue charity and more. Harper’s Cafe will be selling doggie-related treats too!
10am to 1pm
Summer Park Yoga
18 September River Litter Pick
18 September River Litter Pick
FREE Weekly Activity
This FREE weekly yoga class runs from May to September from 9.30am to 10.30am (the final session will be on Sunday 14 September).
There’s no need to book, just bring a mat or towel to practice on and enjoy the wonderful benefits of yoga in a beautiful outdoor setting.
You’ll find our lovely local teacher, Elise, in the open space near the Community Hub and café – just look out for the Park Yoga flag.
To be kept up to date with the weekly classes, make sure you follow Park Yoga Ashford on Facebook.
These sessions have been brought to you by Ashford Borough Council and Park Yoga, a charity who provide free community yoga sessions around the UK.
18 September River Litter Pick
18 September River Litter Pick
18 September River Litter Pick
Volunteer Session
For this one we’ll work as a team to clear litter from the river. Some of you may be happy to help us in the river itself whilst the rest of you can support along the river bank, spotting for hazards and taking the litter from our wading crew! Whilst there, it’s the perfect opportunity to look for signs of water voles too.
If you would like to attend and plan to get in the river you will need to wear wellies (if you have your own waders you could bring these if you are happy to) otherwise sturdy walking boots for walking along the bank. You could also bring gloves (we do have some but you may prefer your own thick gloves or rubber gloves) and should wear long trousers and long sleeves.
If sunny you should apply sunscreen and may want to wear a hat. You should also bring a drink as well as lunch if you are staying the whole day.
9.30am to 3pm
Meet at the volunteer compound.
Activity level: moderate to heavy.
