Upcoming Events

Support Kenward Trust Through Our Fundraising Events

Kenward Trust hosts a variety of fundraising events throughout the year to raise essential funds for our life-saving recovery and rehabilitation services. Explore our upcoming charity events below and discover how you can get involved to support our mission.

Our social enterprise, Kenward Place, also runs a range of special events throughout the year, including family-friendly activities and seasonal celebrations. To learn more about these events, please visit the official Kenward Place website.

Learn more about our social enterprise Kenward Place.

Easter Craft Fair
Mar
29

Easter Craft Fair

Easter Craft Fair

About the event

Join us for a wonderful spring day at our Easter Craft Fair — the perfect family outing to celebrate the season.

Enjoy browsing a variety of local craft stalls, discover unique handmade gifts, soak up the fresh woodland air and say hello to our friendly alpacas and goats.

Easter Egg Trail

Little ones can take part in our Easter Egg Trail through the woods for £2.50 per child, with a small prize waiting at the end.

Easter Treats in the Café

Our café will be serving delicious seasonal treats, including freshly baked hot cross buns and other Easter favourites.

Dogs Welcome

Well-behaved dogs are welcome on leads. Please do not allow dogs to approach our animals, as they can become frightened.

Free Entry

There is no entrance fee to attend the craft fair — everyone is welcome.

Bring the family, enjoy a wander through the woods and make a day of it. We look forward to welcoming you!

Stall Holders: If you are interested in having a stall at our craft fair, it costs £15 per stall. Please complete our booking form and we will be in touch: Booking Form

This event is proudly supporting Kenward Trust. Every penny raised helps us continue our life-changing work supporting people affected by addiction and homelessness.

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Kent Trek 2026
May
16

Kent Trek 2026

Kent Trek 2026 — Walk for Kenward Trust

Take on an unforgettable challenge with the Kent Trek 2026! Choose from 25km or 50km routes through the stunning North Downs and the Kent countryside. Whether you’re an experienced walker or trying something new, every step makes a difference.

Join this iconic charity walk to fundraise for Kenward Trust, supporting people affected by addiction to rebuild their lives with confidence and hope.

When: Saturday, 16 May 2026

Start: Fort Amherst, Dock Road, Chatham, ME4 4UB

Why Take Part?

  • Experience Kent’s beautiful countryside on a fully supported walking route

  • Challenge yourself with a 25km or 50km trek

  • Raise funds for life-changing services provided by Kenward Trust

  • Enjoy a fun, community atmosphere with volunteers and fellow walkers

The funds raised from the Kent Charity Trek will specifically support Kenward Trust’s Think Differently programme, which educates young people on the serious consequences of drug and alcohol misuse. By highlighting how choices made today can impact their futures, families, and wider communities, Think Differently empowers young people to make safer, healthier decisions.Ready to Get Started?

Sign up today, start fundraising, and join us on the Kent Trek 2026.

Click the link below and don’t forget to nominate Kenward as the charity you are raising money for. 

Also, if walking isn’t your thing but you want to support the Kenward Pioneers team just click here: https://ksar.enthuse.com/pf/louise-james/post/21450070

Walk. Fundraise. Change lives.

Register here
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Kent Charity Trek
May
17

Kent Charity Trek

On Saturday 17th May, sixteen courageous volunteers from BNI Pioneer, a business networking group based in Maidstone, will take on the Kent Charity Trek, a challenging walk across the Kent countryside. Their mission: to raise vital funds for Kenward Trust's essential youth work in schools.

Kenward Trust, based in Yalding, is a nationally recognised centre for the treatment of drug and alcohol addiction. Beyond rehabilitation, the Trust is committed to early intervention, education, and prevention through its work in schools and communities.

The funds raised from the Kent Charity Trek will specifically support Kenward Trust’s Think Differently programme, which educates young people on the serious consequences of drug and alcohol misuse. By highlighting how choices made today can impact their futures, families, and wider communities, Think Differently empowers young people to make safer, healthier decisions.

With the support of the Kenward Pioneers and their sponsors, the Trust hopes to extend the reach of their life-saving school visits, ultimately safeguarding more young lives across Kent and beyond.

Penny Williams, CEO, Kenward Trust:

"We are thrilled to have the support of BNI Pioneer members. Every step they take brings us closer to reaching more young people with vital education and support."

Louise James, President of BNI Pioneers said:

“BNI Pioneer is a family not just a business networking group and we are very happy to support our chapter charity any way we can. I’m proud of the commitment our members are showing to raising money for such a worthwhile cause”

For more information or to donate, please visit: Kent Charity Trek 2025 | Supporting Kenward Trust | Kent Charity Trek

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Christmas Art Fair
Nov
30
to 1 Dec

Christmas Art Fair

We would like to invite you to our very first Kenward Art Fair! Come and enjoy some of our finest Kent artists who will be displaying their art in our very own Kenward Place, in the heart of the beautiful Kent countryside in Yalding. 

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Thanks Giving Service
Sept
7

Thanks Giving Service

Come and join our Thanksgiving Festival here at Kenward Trust;

Saturday 7th September 3pm.

You will receive a warm welcome and enjoy a place of praise and worship amongst friends. Plus, you will get to hear the incredible Andy Watson from our Youth Services Team talk.

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Volunteer Recruitment Day
Jun
5

Volunteer Recruitment Day

Volunteer Recruitment Day 5th June 2024 10:30am - 12pm

You are welcome to come along to find out more about Kenward Trust, the volunteering opportunities we have and to meet some of our current staff and volunteers. Kenward Trust helps saves lives every day from alcohol and drugs, homelessness and crime. Our volunteers our invaluable to us in supporting the work that we do.

We are looking for volunteers who able to commit weekly or biweekly.

We are currently recruiting volunteers for:

  • Gardening - Tuesday, Wednesday (with residents), and Thursday

  • Wellbeing Cafe - Thursday to Sunday 10am to 3pm

  • Site Maintenance - Tuesday

  • Animal Care - Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday

  • Arts and Crafts - Wednesday

  • Drivers - All week

On the recruitment day we will meet at 10.30 am for tea and coffee and a chat with staff about volunteering at Kenward Trust. Then at 11 am we will take you on a meet and greet with our friendly alpacas. The event will be held at Kenward Place which is our commercial enterprise.

Address : Kenward Place, Kenward Road, Yalding, Kent, ME18 6AH

If you’re unable to attend our event but you’re interested in volunteering at Kenward Trust please contact debi.seabrook@kenwardtrust.org.uk or call us on 01622 814187.

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