Harper's Cafe

07/06/2026

There are only a few places available on this month’s special volunteering session on Thursday 18 June where you could learn how to scythe with our guest trainer, Mary 🌿✂️

Mary will teach you how to use traditional scything tools and techniques which we will then use on our meadow.

You will learn:

- safety for yourself and others ⚠️
- setting up the scythe to fit you 🛠️
- stance and mowing technique 🚶‍♂️
- honing and blade care 🔪
- organising your mow 📋

⏰ The session runs from 9.30am to 4pm (please arrive by 9.15am). If you are not already signed up to be a volunteer with us you will need to complete our online form - the link for this is in the comments!

⏳ As places are limited for this session you MUST also book your spot by emailing [email protected] by this Friday 5 June. When emailing please also provide your height (this is so Mary can prepare and bring the right sized equipment).

You should wear long trousers and long sleeves. If sunny you should apply sunscreen and may want to wear a hat! All the necessary equipment for the day will be supplied, including cut-resistant gloves for use when handling the blade.

If you're prone to blisters, we suggest you bring a pair of light gloves to wear when you are mowing. You should also bring a drink as well as lunch (alternatively you can purchase these at Harper's Cafe)

📍 Meet at the Volunteer Compound!

07/06/2026

Our Community Hub can host up to 32 people, has a private entrance, free parking, accessible facilities, free Wi-Fi and optional café catering.

It's perfect for birthday parties, meetings and workshops.

Find out more here:
https://www.harperscafe.org/room-hire

Looking for a spot to host birthday parties, meetings or workshops in Ashford, Kent? The Community Hub at Harper’s Café in Victoria Park, offers a fully accessible, well-equipped space with free WiFi, on-site parking and catering available. Make a booking enquiry now.

06/06/2026

Food Crafts at Pride in the Park on Sunday 21st June.

Children will create their own healthy snacks using a variety of colourful fruits. It’s a fun way to encourage healthy eating, explore different foods, and build confidence through interactive food preparation.

They can also enjoy colourful cookie decorating using icing, sprinkles, and creative toppings to design their own sweet treats to take home or enjoy during the session.

Book here. There are 3 slots available.

Join us on Saturday 21st June for a colourful family-friendly Pride BBQ celebration filled with fun activities, great food, and plenty of community spirit. We’ll have plenty going on throughout the day, including: Face painting A selfie photo booth Fruit kebab making Colourful cookie de

06/06/2026

Message the lovely Claire at Banham Yoga to book your space for Baby Yoga on Fridays 10am at Harper's.

31/05/2026

🐾“Hey Mr Cat, I hear your rescue centre is struggling for funds 😿
Don’t worry, I’ll spread the word! I’ll ask everyone to make a donation if they can, or at least share this post to help my furry feline friends ❤️”
This cheeky visitor stopped by to check on our rescue cats, and sadly, it’s true, we really do need your help right now.
Every donation, no matter how small, helps us provide food, veterinary care, shelter, and love to cats in need.
🙏 Please consider donating via our GoFundMe link below.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/ashford-garden-cattery-rescue-appeal
📢 If you can’t donate, sharing this post could help us reach someone who can.
Together, we can make sure our rescue cats continue to get the care they deserve ❤️
Thank you for supporting our furry friends.
🐱❤️

29/05/2026

There's loads of reasons to enjoy Victoria Park Ashford. While you're here, why not pop in to see us too for some delicious refreshments.

Planning to get outdoors in the sunshine? ☀️

Victoria Park 🌳 is a great location for your sports activities!

🏟️ The versatile MUGA (Multi-Use Games Area) at Victoria Park can be used for different sports such as basketball, football and tennis - it’s even been used for roller skating 🛼

🌱The grass fields in Victoria Park and Watercress Fields are ideal locations for football and other lawn games

🚴 Whether you wish to take a leisurely ride around the paths or use the pump track for more excitement, the park is perfect for cycling enthusiasts. We even have bicycle racks and tools (W3W location: ///invite.locate.calculating)

🏃 Try to get a personal best run at Park Run, 9:00am every Saturday! Youngsters can run a shorter route at Junior Park Run every Sunday from 9:00am. Register beforehand via the link in the comments!

🧘 Park Yoga takes place at the park every Sunday from 9:30am until mid-September - just bring along a mat or towel and a bottle of water!

25/05/2026

Our Mud Kitchen event is in full swing.

There's plenty of fun to be had in the sun today 🌞