Join KFRS for Water Safety Fun at Tonbridge Castle
03 July 2025
Tickets are now available for Kent Fire and Rescue Service’s (KFRS) free, family-friendly Water Safety Fun Day at Tonbridge Castle this July.
Families, Water safety
Join Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) for a fantastic, free Water Safety Fun Day at the historic Tonbridge Castle on Tuesday 29 and Wednesday 30 July.
This exciting two-day event is open to all ages and offers a perfect mix of fun and learning.
Packed with games, hands-on activities, and live demonstrations, it’s a great way to discover how to keep your family safe around water this summer.
Children can try throw-line rescues, explore what dangers might be lurking beneath the water’s surface, and even meet our firefighters and watch them in action!
KFRS Station Manager and water safety expert James Kitchen, said: “We’re really looking forward to welcoming everyone to our Water Safety Fun Day and enjoying all the engaging activities we’ll have on offer.
“We’ll also be talking about our Make the Right Call campaign, which aims to educate people on water safety and knowing who to call if they spot someone struggling in water, so do come and say hello.
“Remember, for in-land water rescues, such as lakes or rivers, call 999 for the fire service. If you’re by the coast, ask for the coastguard.”
The event runs 11am to 4pm both days, with a quieter hour from 10am to11am for families with additional needs. If you’d like to attend this quieter session, please book a separate ticket using the same booking link.
Spaces are limited, so book early to secure your preferred slot. Book here.
Details to know before you book:
• Activities are subject to change
• For travel and parking, visit: www.tonbridgecastle.org/visit/directions-parking
• A KFRS photographer will be on site. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let the team know at registration
• Refreshments (for a small donation) and an ice cream van will be available
• There’s plenty of picnic space in the ground of Tonbridge Castle
• Many activities are outdoors – dress for the weather and bring any essentials
• Portable toilets will be available; accessible and baby change facilities are located inside the castle
• No dogs are allowed at the event
• Please supervise children at all times
• A designated smoking area is located near the High Street – please don’t smoke within the event area
• A site map will be shared ahead of the event
We can’t wait to see you there – book your free place now and get ready for a fun, informative day out with the whole family this summer holidays!
news 30-06-2025