Autumn & Halloween Guide

A still cider spiced with honey and cinnamon, Biddenden Monks Delight mulled cider is a firm favourite in autumn and winter and is ready to warm straight from the bottle- perfect for Halloween and bonfire night!

Available to purchase from our vineyard shop, or order online with nationwide delivery

https://biddendenvineyards.com/product/biddenden-monks-delight-cider/

Inspired by the Kentish coast, we’re super excited to be unveiling Broadstairs, a special limited-edition fragrance created exclusively for the event. We’ll also be showcasing our destination-inspired home fragrances, each designed to bring the spirit of travel into your home. Think cosy evenings, the glow of candlelight, and a touch of autumn magic, the perfect atmosphere for gatherings, celebrations, and Halloween nights. Come and meet us, discover our full range, and take home something truly special.

👉 Discover more: www.candlewise.co.uk

Visit the beautiful Darenth Valley this Autumn! Take a stroll along the river path and take in the changing of the seasons.

The Farm shop is filled with seasonal produce, and the first of the Castle Farm Squashes and Pumpkins are in and ready to be transformed into deliciously warming dishes! We always have such a lovely selection of varieties available – come and try a Rolet / Gem squash, Harlequin or an onion squash!
Autumn decorations, local foods, seasonal gifts and great kids activities all available in store – plus our Coffee Cart is open. We hope to welcome you soon!

Open Tuesday – Sunday! Visit Us - Castle Farm Shop

This October, discover The Cook’s Tale – where ancient Indian flavours meet modern elegance. Choose the À la Carte Dinner for beautifully spiced dishes and refined desserts, or try the Indian Classics Lunch Menu (Fri–Sun) for bold, shareable plates. For something truly special, book the Odisha Tasting Menu – a multi-course journey through rare regional recipes, with paired drinks and only eight guests per sitting.

🍽️ Advance booking highly recommended
Explore menus & reserve at: thecookstale.co.uk

Flaky, buttery layers of croissant dough swirled with warm pumpkin spice, finished with a silky cream centre. It’s autumn, wrapped up in pastry. Perfect with a hot coffee on a crisp October morning.

Available this month at Docker Bakery — but only for October, so don’t miss it!

Our Goupie mummies contain an Original Goupie centre fully wrapped in our 55% Belgian chocolate and drizzled with creamy white chocolate before being finished with two sugar eyes. A really fun, devilishly moreish, vegan and gluten-free Halloween treat packaged in compostable bags and a kraft box. Comes individually or in packs of 3!

https://goupiechocolate.com/products/goupie-vegan-halloween-mummies?_pos=1&_psq=hallow&_ss=e&_v=1.0

Support small producers and shop sustainably from the comfort of your home.

With the darker evenings drawing in, it’s not always easy to make a trip to the farm shop. That’s why we’re making it easier than ever to shop online – while still supporting local growers and makers.

Our online shop is packed with seasonal fruit, pantry essentials, gifts and hampers – all sourced with care, hand picked and put together right here in the farm shop. Whether you’re topping up your weekly shop or planning ahead for Christmas, you’ll find thoughtful options without the carbon-heavy shipping. We deliver within 5 miles or you can click and collect!

Shopping local online is just as meaningful – and just as tasty. Browse our online shop now at groombridgefarmshop.co.uk

Our Smoked Chipotle Chilli really tantalises your taste buds leaving you with a great chilli kick. We source Jalapeños from Kent Chilli Farm situated near Dartford, where specialist farmer and owner Steve passionately grows over 50 varieties of chillies.

https://kentcrisps.com/flavours/smoked-chipotle-chilli/

Our Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil, Blended with Jalapeno Chilli has a delicious taste and a little bit of a kick. It is particularly great in Asian inspired dishes, tomato-based recipes; adding the perfect amount of spice without being overpowering.

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Ready to be enjoyed hot or cold - warm spices and crisp apple flavours make it the perfect drink to embrace the season.

Available in 3L, 10L or 20L Bag in Box online or at our on site shop.

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Embrace the dark, cosy nights of Halloween with our Pepper Beef Curry Kit. Inside you’ll find tenderising spice marinade, rich roasted pepper spice blend, and creamy coconut milk powder to create a deeply warming Sri Lankan curry with haunting layers of heat and depth. Perfect for a quick, comforting supper before trick or treating or a hearty feast for your ghoulish gathering. Curl up by candlelight with a steaming bowl and let its fiery warmth chase away the autumn chill.

👉 Dare to spice up your Halloween? Shop the Pepper Beef Curry Kit now: https://www.littlebigflavourki...

The shooting season has officially begun, and we’re excited to offer rough and driven shoots across the estate over the coming months.

Whether you're planning stews, casseroles, or a hearty roast, we’ve got the cuts you need. Stop by the farm for sausages, steaks, and more. Our team is on-site daily from 9am to 3pm, so feel free to pop by.

For more details about our shoots, visit gunsonpegs.com

Other great local and seasonal products available too.. Here's the list of dates of our Farmers Markets for October 2025. Lenham Country Market will be celebrating their 25th Anniversary in October

Sunday 5th - Hall Place Bexley Farmers Market from 10am
Sunday 12th - Lenham Country Market from 9am
Saturday 18th - Hall Place Bexley Saturday Farmers Market from 10am
Sunday 19th - Chislehurst Farmers Market from 10am
Sunday 26th - West Malling Farmers Market from 9.30am

For more details take a look at our website www.myfarmersmarket.co.uk

Autumn has arrived, and with it, some welcome rain, which has meant our cows can get out to the grass again after a long, dry few weeks.

For October Specials we will have a Bubblegum and S-cream egg milkshake. All made here at the family farm with whole milk.

We also have plenty of double cream and delicious extra thick creams available for delivery with our milkmen and ladies who cover much of Kent.

This month, we’re bringing the Halloween spirit to your plate with our ‘Spooky Mix’ – a colourful collection of our most vibrant potato varieties, featuring some delightfully weird and wonderful shapes. They’re perfect for adding a festive twist to your Halloween feasts!

Looking for some creepy cooking inspiration? Check out our recipe for ‘Ghostly Duchess Potatoes’ on our website! It works beautifully with any potato that mashes well such as ‘British Queen’ our Potato of The Month for October.

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Wander through Margate this autumn and uncover its quirkiest secrets with the Margate Quiz Trail & Town Souvenir. This family-created adventure leads you past local gems like The Little Prince – a pub so tiny, it might just be the UK’s smallest. Hidden inside the Old Kent Market, it’s full of character and craft brews. Perfect for chilly days and curious minds, this self-guided trail is packed with history, mystery, and plenty of fun.

Think you can crack the clues?
Order your trail now at www.QuizTrail.co.uk and start your spooky-season stroll!

Cold nights, warm pours – it’s stout season

When the clocks go back and the jumpers come out, it’s time for something richer. Ramsgate Brewery’s ales – including their velvet-smooth Black Pearl stout – are just the thing for autumn evenings.

Brewed with care and character, they’re bold, balanced, and perfect with a roast, a strong cheese or just a good chat.

🍻 Pick up a mixed case from the brewery shop or online and get stocked for sweater weather: https://www.ramsgatebrewery.co...

Crunchy walnut pieces and sweet maple syrup combine to create this delicious taste sensation. Simply Ice Cream use only the finest, natural ingredients to create a premium ice cream experience. With over 30 flavours to choose from, all hand made in small batches at their production kitchen in Kent, their award-winning ice cream takes indulgence to the next level.

https://simplyicecream.co.uk/product/maple-walnut/

Romney Marsh Shepherds Huts are excited to officially be making their huts dog-friendly for the months of November, December, January and February. They normally are unable to allow dogs to ensure the safety of their sheep, however, they have decided to move the sheep to another field for these four months only, to allow one dog stay per hut. They'll also provide doggy essentials for your paw-some friend - including a blanket, towel, bowl, doggy bags and some treats! www.romneymarshshepherdshuts.co.uk

As the days become cooler, it is the perfect season to enjoy a brisk walk outdoors and uncover new facets of East Kent. With the hop harvest nearing completion, this is the time to learn about and sample Kent Green Hop Ales. Our local brewers are also experimenting with new hop varieties, adding excitement to the season. Autumn in East Kent brings surprises around every corner—so get ready to be inspired and discover something unexpected as you take part on one of our walking beer adventures. TrAles available in Canterbury, Deal, Dover, and Whitstable.

https://tralesoftheunexpected.co.uk

As the crisp autumn air settles in, elevate your seasonal feasts with The Wooden Spoon Preserving Company's Fig & Apple Chutney. Crafted with ripe apples, succulent figs, and a blend of warming spices, this chutney offers a harmonious balance of sweetness and tang. Its rich, complex flavours make it the perfect companion for cheese boards, roasted meats, or hearty stews. Packaged in elegant jars, it's an ideal gift or pantry staple for the autumn months. Embrace the season's bounty with this delightful preserve.

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