Bromley Parks

Chislehurst half Marathon : Scadbury Park
2023-05-21 09:30 - 12:30 UTC | Scadbury Park, Bromley, United Kingdom

The Chislehurst Car Show
2023-05-21 11:00 - 16:00 | Chislehurst Recreation Ground
Family fun day in Chislehurst, displaying cars, with a selection of food stalls, model car/plane/lego stalls, car related rides, and car crafts

High Elms 10K
2023-06-04 06:30 - 12:00 | High Elms Country Park
Orpington Road Runners are proud to bring you our event around the nature trails of High Elms. The course is challenging and hilly, but very scenic to make up for it.
Faster runners should expect to add at least 5 minutes to their PB times, whilst slower runners will be delighted with the value for money of running a 90 minute 10k.
The race is a challenging single lap multi-terrain course through the Nature Trails of High Elms and some of Kent’s beautiful countryside.

Bromley Pageant of Motoring
2023-06-11 09:30 - 17:00 | Norman Park, BR2 9EF
Classic motoring event open to the public. This event has been running for over 30 years and we plan to keep the same format as previous years.

Bromley Beer Festival
2023-06-17 13:00 - 19:00 | Whitehall Recreation Ground, BR29RP
The Bromley Beer Festival is an event ran by The Friends Of Whitehall Recreation Ground. The annual event is a great family day out and not only showcases some beautiful beers & ales but lots of entertainment for all the family.
The Bromley Beer Festival offers you the opportunity to buy & keep one of our fantastic Beer Festival cups in which you can try a wide number of beers, ales, ciders & wines but not only that we have fantastical food vendors, amazing live bands and a fabulous funfair for all the family to enjoy.
They are currently fundraising to continue to develop the children’s play area, trees, beds and plants and welcome support from everyone. They’re really looking forward to continuing to build upon the success of previous years, welcoming you back, or perhaps showing you what you missed out on the past few years!
Where?
Whitehall Recreation Ground, Southlands Road, Bromley BR2 9QY

Ziggy Stardust Family Funday
2023-07-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Beckenham Green
Family day with live performances, food and drink, stalls, kids actvities and funfair inspired by David Bowie

Taste Of The Caribbean Food & Drink Festival
2023-07-01 10:00 - 2023-07-02 20:00 | Croydon Road Recreation Ground, BR3 3PR
Taste Of The Caribbean Food & Drink Festival is a celebration of different cultures and amazing cuisines.
Their aim is to introduce people of all backgrounds, ages, races and religions to some of the most amazing food and drink in the world.
The event consists of multiple street food traders selling hot food, desserts, take home produce, cultural crafts as well as non food products.
Entertainment consists of live music, cooking demonstrations, eating competitions, funfair rides and activities for the children.

Priory Live The Boutique Music Festival 2023
2023-08-05 14:00 - 22:30 | Priory Gardens, BR6 0HH
Priory Live is back for 2023!
Priory Live is a brilliant music festival that supports original music, in Orpington, headlined this year by the brilliant Stereo Mcs, Dodgy and Toploader
Priory Live is a a brilliant boutique festival that supports original music, at Priory gardens Orpington with Iconic headliners The Stereo Mcs, Dodgy and Toploader. 2 stages, with 15 acts including Tizane, Flo Gallop, Wake Up Leo,Maze, Isabella Coulstock, a creative makers market, street foods and bars and rides. Described by the BBC as a love letter to music this is the go to festival in the south of the Borough
Date: Sat August 5th
Times: 2pm – 10.30pm
Venue: Priory Gardens, High Street, Orpington, kent, BR6 0HH
Gates open at 2pm and the festival finishes at 10.30pm display. (last entry is at 7.30pm)
There is no parking on site but Orpington has plenty of parking locally all within easy walking distance of the event. The festival is well served by mainline trains (London Bridge to Orpington 16 mins) Sevenoaks (15mins) and buses, all within easy walking distance.

Chislehurst Rocks!
2023-08-19 11:00 - 21:30 | Walden Recreation Ground, BR7 6DF
Chislehurst Rocks is back for 2023!
A FREE family fun day with:
Live local music from a main and community stage
Food and Bars
Excellent facilities for people with accessibility issues
Children’s attractions
Festival sellers
Accessible parking

Broxbourne Gardens Outdoor Cinema
2023-08-25 19:30 - 22:00 | Broxbourne Gardens, Broxbourne Rd, Orpington BR6 0AZ
Two outdoor cinema events on Broxbourne Gardens, on evenings of Friday 25th and Saturday 26th August 2023

Soultown Festival 2023
2023-09-02 12:00 - 2023-09-03 21:00 | Croydon Road Recreation Ground, BR3 3PR
FESTIVAL OVERVIEW
After the magic of Soul Town Festival 2022, they have been pulling out all the stops to make sure Soul Town 2023 is a weekend to remember.
They will be bringing together the biggest Soul, Motown, Disco, Funk & House acts from across the globe with over 65 artists performing smash hits across two days on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd September 2023.
Its all going to be going down on a sun-kissed and much improved site to bring that summer soul to the South East. Soul Town Festival plays out on a beautiful site in Beckenham, Kent which is having a whole host of upgrades to really bring the experience to life with more themed spaces, more bars, more staff, more toilets and improved disabled access and viewing points.
2023 will see the launch of the Stage 2 VIP experience.
Plus their newly improved food village will be boasting over 40 street food stalls serving a whole host of tasty treats, cultured food and providing drinks from entry level to premium gins. There will be music across two spectacular main stages with immersive light, sound and visual shows, as well as special VIP areas.
VIP tickets include separate queuing for fast track entry, a drink and food voucher (beer, wine, spirit and mixer), Soul Town merchandise, private bar, luxury toilets, makeup bar, prime stage viewing area at both stages and more.

Scadbury Moated Manor Open Weekend
2023-09-09 14:00 - 2023-09-10 17:00 | Scadbury Park, Bromley, United Kingdom
Scadbury Manor Open Weekend
2pm-4:30pm (last entry)
Go onto the island to see the foundations of the Tudor Manor House (including the Great Hall and Kitchen)!
Self Guided Trail
Bookstall
Entrance to the site – where estate footpath pass the moated site.
Nearest access from road – footpath at St Pauls wood hill, turn left along nature trail
Busses – R11, B14, stops L and F (Breakspears Drive)
From Old Perry Street Car Park – 30 mins walk along nature trail

Paws in the Park 2023
2023-09-10 12:00 - 17:30 | Cator Park
Sunday 10th September 12:00 -5:30pm
There’s something for everyone -its free to attend- bring a picnic or get something from our Hot dog, & Craft Beer and homemade cakes & tea & Coffee stalls.
Please bring cash (change not notes for registration and games stall if you can) – they do have card readers but often there is a queue for them.
Sustainable event – help the environment, please bring your own plate/cup to reduce rubbish and aid sustainability.
It’s not just for 4-legged family members, there’s fun for everyone …..even if you don’t own a dog!

Delicious Hot dogs –vegan & pork – The Friends BBQ
Wonderful homemade cakes – The Friends
Pimms stall – The Friends
Craft beers, ciders and soft drinks – Southey Brewery and Three Hounds
Hoopla stall– many prizes for children, pooches & adults
Pin the tail on the dog –made by #meninshedspenge
Toy dog racing – great fun with little dogs
Face painting– get a pooch-like appearance, become a bug for the day or just get some glitter with Little Princess Face Painting
Clever Claws will be supervising a lovely cool paddling pool for your pooches to jump in and have a splash around and running Temptation Alley
Surrey and South London training will be running Scurry Run
Nancy Toebeans will be facilitating some puppy/children story telling sessions
Sarah’s Fitness will be running a woof camp session – now this is fun!
Mayow vets will be on site giving advie on pet health and helping with the judging
Love my Hound and the Pooch Shed Chews Natural will also have stalls and are part of the judging panels

Dog show: 11 dog categories to enter- see their main poster and also our terms and conditions poster
Best in Show: Winners from each category will be judged overall best in show
Other stalls

Foal Farm
Battersea Volunteers
Mandy’s Paw Bay
Care Dogs UK
Men in Sheds
Snuggles Dog Cafe
Retired police dogs
Royal British Legion
Monty’s dog biscuits
and more…

Please don’t bring your pooch if your dog is in season.
Dogs must be kept on their leads at all times in the show unless they are in Temptation Alley or Scurry Run.

Great Hospital Hike - 4 mile
2023-09-16 14:30 - 19:30 | The Knoll Pickhurst Lane, Hayes
The Great Hospital Hike is back on Saturday 16 September 2023, and it’s set to be bigger and better than ever before.
Whether you take on the full 18 miles or the shorter Little Hospital Hike, lace up your boots and walk this way for King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Gather friends, families and colleagues, or go on a solo adventure, enjoying stunning scenery and fabulous entertainment, while raising vital funds for your hospital.
Every penny raised will go a long way in helping King’s College Hospital Charity take care further at King’s.

Apple Day
2023-10-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Whitehall Recreation Ground, BR29RP
A family event for local residents to celebrate their orchard which will include a cider tent, Ice cream van, coffee van, apple pressing and story telling!
Free local event run by the Friends of Whitehall

Fireworks in the Park 2023
2023-11-04 17:00 - 21:00 | Croydon Road Recreation Ground, BR3 3PR
Beckenham Fireworks in the Park
Saturday 4th November 2023
Croydon Road Recreation Ground (Beckenham Rec)
319 Croydon Rd, Beckenham
An advanced ticket purchased online will be required for entrance in 2023. Capacity in the park is limited so get your tickets now. Tickets will not be available on the gate.
Beckenham Fireworks in the Park is a family-friendly fireworks display that has been running since 1946.
There is a quieter display at 6pm with fireworks for smaller children – with some small bangs – and the main firework display at 7.45pm. Both displays are set to music.
5pm Gates open in Croydon Road and Village Way. Stalls and funfair open.
6pm Quieter display for younger children, with less noise.
7:15pm Gates close
7.45pm Main Display
9pm Park Closes
They have an amazing range of food and drink.

Polish Sausage Hot Dogs
Vegetarian & Vegan Burgers
Kati Rolls, Biriyani Fries

Chicken Naan Wraps
Burgers & Hotdogs
Brownies & Cookies

Beef/Pork Dip Sandwiches
Dutch Mini Pancakes
Chicken Box & Wraps

Jerk Chicken & Salmon
Ice cream & Slushies
Coffee & Hot Donuts

Malaysian Blue Rice Bowls
Jerk wraps, Wings & Ribs
Steak Sandwiches

Jerk Chicken & Curry Goat
Bailey’s Hot Chocolate & Mulled Cider
Chicken & Halloumi

Wood Fired Pizza

They’ll be open from 5pm and the rides and stalls will be running all evening until the end of the fireworks.
Some of the concessions and fairground rides are cash only, there is no ATM in the park.
contact fireworks@thefifth.org.uk with all your questions & feedback.

Chislehurst Rotary Club Fireworks Event
2023-11-04 17:30 - 21:30 | Chislehurst Recreation Ground
Chislehurst Rotary Fireworks – Saturday 4th November 2023
The season of crackling log fires, mulberry wine, roasting chestnuts and Fireworks is approaching fast and, as always, Chislehurst Rotary Club is celebrating with a Bang on Saturday the 4th November.
As well as the spectacular Fireworks from the award-winning FIREWORK CRAZY company, international food stalls and the thrilling under 12’s Fun Fair, their music will be provided by top DJ Tony Boing and will be going out live on local digital radio.
So, get down there for Saturday the 4th of November…gates open at 5.30pm… Fireworks at 7 pm
BE THERE FOR THE COUNT-DOWN and have a fantastic time – remember, members of Chislehurst Rotary Club are all volunteers and every penny raised goes to charity.
When: Saturday 4th November 2023 at 7.00 pm (gates open at 5.30 pm for Fun Fair for Under 12s and Food Stalls). Please note that as large numbers are expected, ALL ticket holders should plan to arrive well in advance of the display commencing, and at the latest, by 6.45 pm.
Where: Chislehurst Recreation Ground. Main Entrance: Empress Drive, Chislehurst, Kent BR7 5BQ (additional entrance in Walden Road, adjacent to No. 5)
Parking: Chislehurst Recreation Ground does NOT have a Car Park and parking will not be allowed in Empress Drive.
Limited Parking is available in the 3 Chislehurst Car Parks and charged at the Car Park operators’ rates, which are displayed on their notice boards. NOTE: These car parks are all operated by RingGo:
1. Hornbrook House
2. High Street
3. Red Hill
Wheelchair Access: Wheelchair access is via the tarmac pathway on entry from Empress Drive and Walden Road
Health & Safety:
Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult
ALCOHOL IS PROHIBITED.
THE PUBLIC ARE PROHIBITED FROM CARRYING FIREWORKS OR SPARKLERS INTO THE GROUNDS.
VISITORS MUST OBSERVE STEWARDS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. **

Easter Egg Hunt
2024-03-23 12:00 - 14:00 | Hayes Library gardens, BR2 7SD
A FREE Easter event for local children!
16-20 pictures to find around the gardens and once the answer sheet is fully ticked off the children are given a chocolate easter egg or non dairy fectionary.
All children under 12 must have an adult with them.

2024 Beckenham Easter Egg Hunt
2024-03-29 10:00 - 14:00 | Croydon Road Recreation Ground, BR3 3PR
Come hunt for eggs and raise money for charity on Good Friday in Croydon Road Recreation Ground (Beckenham Rec), next to the Bowie Bandstand.
Roam all over the park on a treasure hunt and and every child leaves with a chocolate treat. Enjoy the food and drink, face painting and fairground rides too.
Prices:

£4, including bag of Cadbury mini-eggs. Non-chocolate treats available on request. Cash or card accepted.

Easter Fair
Food and craft stalls from local businesses.

Ice Cream Van
Burgers
Coffee
Hook-a-duck
Ballons
Face Painting
Kids Funfair

(Subject to change)

Transport
The nearest train stations are Clock House (11 minutes walk), Beckenham Junction (15 minutes walk) and bus services to Beckenham include the 54, 194, 227, 353, 354, 358, 367
There is covered bike parking in the car park of the Beckenham Beacon
There is pay and display parking in the Village Way multi-storey. Local streets have resident permit parking at different times during the day.
Accessibility
Accessible entrance: the flat entrance recommended for wheelchairs is Croydon Road but the whole park has hard paths. The event starts and finishes on grass but we will do our best to accommodate people with mobility issues. Please do get in touch if you have any questions – secretary@thefifth.org.uk.

Presented by the 5th Beckenham South Scout Group, Registered Charity 1011301

Easter Egg Hunt Whitehall recreation ground
2024-03-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Whitehall Recreation Ground, BR29RP
A family event with food, alcohol, tombola and Easter Egg Hunt!
A chance for families to enjoy the park. All funds raised go to enrich the park.
Whitehall Recreation Ground
In the children’s play area
160 Southlands Rd
Bromley
BR2 9QY
United Kingdom

Hoblingwell Easter Hunt
2024-03-30 13:00 - 16:00 | Hoblingwell Wood Recreation Ground
The Hoblingwell Easter Hunt is a treasure hunt along a woodland nature trail, incorporating activity stations for children!
Children – accompanied by their responsible adult – will follow a nature trail, visiting outdoor activity stations along the way, and present these at the end to be awarded with a prize for participation!

Easter in the Park
2024-03-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Alexandra Recreation Ground
A free to attend Family event Easter egg hunt event in Alexandra Recreation Ground on Saturday 30th March 2024
The Friends of Cator and Alexandra Recreation Ground will hide easter painted rocks on the Cator Road side of Alexandra Recreation ground for children to find and exchange for a chocolate easter egg.
There will be a cake and refreshments stall, a craft stall, and Ice cream van!

Easter Egg Trail
2024-04-01 15:00 - 17:00 | Hollydale Open Space
Families are invited to visit the park during a two hour window on Easter Monday afternoon!
Clues will be provided for the families to find hidden letters, placed in safe locations around the park, plus there is a fun quiz to enjoy whilst walking round.
Once all the letters are found, they will spell a word!
Children will be offered a small chocolate egg once they return to the gazebo with the correct word.

Scadbury 2.5 or 5 mile trail run
2024-04-07 09:30 - 11:30 | Scadbury Park, Bromley, United Kingdom
Event Type: 2.5 or 5 Mile Trail Run

Date: Sunday 7th April 2024

Event Profile:

This race is a scenic two lap course in the beautiful grounds of Scadbury Park.
You may run 1 or 2 laps it’s your choice
There are parts that are quite challenging so a PB is unlikely.
The race will be chip timed,.
This year we are raising money for children with Autism on behalf of CASPA Children on the Autistic Spectrum Parents Association,

Event information:

All Runners £17
Closing date 6th April 2024.
Male & Female 5 Mile
Male & Female 2.5 Mile
A great medal to all finishers.

Registration information:

Registration will open at 8:00 and close 9:15
This is where you will collect your race number and chip timing and instructions.
Start time 9:30

The Race will be held at:
Scadbury Park
Nature Reserve
30 Old Perry Street
BR7
Chislehurst
Kent

Facilities:

Public toilets
Limited parking
Baggage area
Water Station on route
Chip timing

Spring Bird Walk and Heron Watch 2024
2024-04-07 11:00 - 16:00 | kelsey park
Annual joint event with the Friends of Kelsey Park.
Guided walks at noon & 2pm.
Meet at the stall overlooking the lake in Kelsey Park, Manor Way, Beckenham (BR3 3LS).

Orpington May Queen Crowning
2024-05-04 12:30 - 16:30 | Priory Gardens, BR6 0HH
Parade and dancing by the Orpington May Queen Group and Crowning of the 75th Orpington May Queen.
There will be a few stalls selling refreshments and raffle tickets and also some fundraising games.

West Wickham Village Day
2024-05-06 10:00 - 16:00 | Blake Recreation Ground
Dog friendly Village Day, with performances, stalls, food and drinks, children’s attractions and a dog show.

St Christopher's Fun Walk
2024-05-12 07:00 - 18:00 | Hayes Common, BR2 7AU
Charity Event – St Christopher’s Fun Walk
Event Sunday: 12th May 2024
Location: Keston (Hayes) Common & surrounding area
Fun Walk 2024 is going to be bigger and brighter than ever before! And that means that they need you to join in the fun.
Sign up – you can register now!
Sponsor a friend or family member who’s walking
Share details of the event with family, friends, local groups and get them to join in Or do all three!
Don’t forget the money you raise will help change the lives of their patients and their families when they need it most.
£52 will fund a physio session to help with breathlessness
£157 will cover the cost of a St Christopher’s nurse for a day
£1324 will buy a pump to administer pain relief for one of theirpatients

The Big Lunch - Priory Gardens
2024-06-01 11:00 - 13:00 | Priory Gardens, BR6 0HH
The Big Lunch is free and open to everyone – just bring your own lunch and all your picnic essentials!
Saturday 1st June 2024
Priory Gardens, Orpington, BR6 0HH
Time: 11 am – 1 pm

Penge Festival Opening Fete
2024-06-01 11:00 - 17:00 | Royston Field, SE20 7RU
Community Fete event as part of annual Penge Festival, with stalls and events
