Networking With a Difference

26/01/2026

Upcoming events for 2026 so far

January 30th - Hypo Hounds
March 17th - Betteshanger Park
April TBC - Frasersegerton
May 6th - Chilston Park Hotel
June 4th - West Kent Shooting School
December 17th - Brandshatch Place Hotel & Spa

For more information, or to sign up for these events, please visit - https://www.networkingwithadifference.com/upcoming-events/

Attendance is free* for members of What's On In Kent so consider signing up today



*West Kent Shooting School £15 for members to cover cost of cartridges

20/01/2026

We will be returning to the stunning Chilston Park Hotel on 6th May for a relaxed afternoon of networking!

Register now 👇
https://www.networkingwithadifference.com/upcoming-events/chilston-park-hotel-wednesday-6th-may/

Here's how our 2026 calendar is shaping up so far
30th January - Hypo Hounds
17th March - Betteshanger Park
2nd April - Frasersegerton
6th May - Chilston Park Hotel
4th June - West Kent Shooting School

See more details of all events at https://www.networkingwithadifference.com/upcoming-events/

Lunchtime networking event at Chilston Park Hotel, an elegant country house set within 77 acres of beautiful parkland

15/01/2026

We’re delighted to announce the 4th addition to our 2026 events calendar – and the return of a true fan favourite: Betteshanger Park! 🎉

This will be our third event at Betteshanger Park, and it’s shaping up to be one of our most memorable yet. In previous years, guests have loved testing their skills with axe throwing and archery — and due to popular demand, axe throwing is back! 🪓

✨ What’s new for 2026?
We’re excited to introduce goat walking 🐐, adding even more fun and uniqueness to the day!

Guests will also be able to:

🔹Explore the Kent Mining Museum on site
🔹Enjoy insightful talks from What's On In Kent and the Betteshanger Park team
🔹Network in a relaxed setting

📅 Spaces are limited – secure your place today:
👉 https://www.networkingwithadifference.com/upcoming-events/betteshanger-park-tuesday-17th-march/

Morning networking at Betteshanger Park located near Deal - packed with activities, from cycling and walking trails to outdoor adventures.

13/01/2026

We'd like to announce that we've just added two more events to our 2026 calendar!📅

Here's what we've got planned so far

30th January - Hypo Hounds
2nd April - Frasersegerton
4th June - West Kent Shooting School

With one more to be announced very soon 🤫

👉 https://www.networkingwithadifference.com/upcoming-events/

02/01/2026

2025 has been an incredible year for What's On In Kent 🎉

From amazing local events and networking to supporting brilliant Kent businesses and communities, this video brings together some of our favourite moments from the past year.

Thank you to our partners & everyone who’s been part of the journey — event organisers, local businesses, and our amazing audience. We couldn’t do this without you.

Here’s to celebrating Kent and everything that makes it such a great place to live, work, and explore 💛

👉 Follow us for more local events, guides, and highlights
🌐 Visit: www.whatsoninkent.com
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2025 has been an incredible year for What’s On In Kent 🎉From amazing local events and festivals to supporting brilliant Kent businesses and communities, thi...

23/12/2025

🎉 Our First Networking With A Difference Event of 2026! 🐾

We’re excited to announce that we will be holding our first Networking With a Difference event at our new What's On In Kent Charity Of The Year - Hypo Hounds

📅 Date: Friday 30th January
📍 Location: Hypo Hounds, Chart Sutton
⏰ Times: 10.00am-12.00pm / 1.00pm-3.00pm

Come along to connect with local professionals, grow your network, and support an incredible charity that trains Diabetic Alert Assistance Dogs right here in Kent. These amazing dogs help people living with Type 1 diabetes to detect dangerous blood sugar changes and gain confidence, independence, and peace of mind! 💙🐶

There are two sessions on the day — one in the morning and one in the afternoon — so you can choose the time that suits you best.

✨ Why Join?
✔ Connect with local business owners & professionals
✔ Enjoy networking in a relaxed setting
✔ Meet the dogs & learn about the amazing work Hypo Hounds do
✔ Support a great cause

👉 Sign up now - https://www.networkingwithadifference.com/upcoming-events/hypo-hounds-friday-30th-january/

🐾 We are suggesting that all guests of this event make a £15.00 charitable donation to Hypo Hounds to help fund the amazing work they do, you can make a donation of any amount below
https://donate.supportedgiving.com/hypo-hounds

#2026

Connect with fellow Kent business professionals while getting an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the life-saving work of Hypo Hounds.

04/12/2025

What a fantastic turnout for our final Networking With a Difference event of 2025! Thank you to the guests who joined us at the beautifully decorated Chilston Park Hotel on 2nd December for a morning of festive networking.

Our guests enjoyed a private tour of the hotel and grounds, a festive wreath-making workshop, and a great selection of refreshments — including delicious sparkling wine provided by Chapel Down

A huge thank you to Tara Capon and the Chilston Park team for hosting us so warmly, and to Chapel Down for providing the sparkling wine. And of course, thank you to everyone who joined us — you made it a wonderful way to round off the year!

Keep an eye out — our 2026 calendar is coming soon! Follow us on social media so you don’t miss the announcement.

You can read the full event article here:
https://www.networkingwithadifference.com/past-events/a-festive-morning-at-chilston-park-hotel-december-2025/

19/09/2025

Our next event will be at Chapel Down Winery on 14th October at 10.30am 🥂🗓️

If you would like to attend, please visit out new website to register -https://www.networkingwithadifference.com/ 🌐

Here's some pictures of last time we were there! 📸

04/09/2025

🚤 Networking With a Difference – Kentish Lady River Boat!

On Tuesday, our guests set sail aboard the Kentish Lady River Boat for our 7th event of 2025! This popular venue has hosted our Networking With a Difference events three times, and it’s easy to see why.

Guests enjoyed a leisurely cruise from Archbishop’s Palace in Maidstone to Allington Castle, where they were treated to a private guided tour—a rare opportunity, as the castle isn’t usually open to the public. 🍾 To top it off, everyone sipped on a delightful glass of bubbly courtesy of Gusbourne.

We’re already looking forward to our next event at Chapel Down Winery on 14th October 2025—mark your calendars!

✨ Stay in the loop! If you’d like to receive updates about our future events, join our mailing list here: https://mailchi.mp/whatsoninkent/interested-in-networking

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✨ Networking on the River Medway ✨We recently hosted our latest networking event aboard the Kentish Lady River Boat – and what an evening it was! 🚤🥂Guests ...

03/09/2025

Networking doesn’t have to be formal or stressful — we believe it should be relaxed, engaging, and enjoyable.

That’s exactly why we started Networking With a Difference.

We host monthly networking events at unique and memorable venues across Kent, bringing like-minded professionals together in a refreshing way.

💬 Want to join us?
Add yourself to our mailing list so you never miss an event - https://mailchi.mp/whatsoninkent/interested-in-networking

What's On In Kent

02/09/2025

Tonight, we're back on board the Kentish Lady River Boat for another unforgettable Networking With a Difference event! 🛥️✨

Here’s a quick look back at one of our previous events on the water — a unique way to connect, collaborate, and cruise 🎥🌊

Want to join us next time?
Join our mailing list - https://mailchi.mp/whatsoninkent/interested-in-networking