There is plenty to do in Kent
Why not visit www.visitkent.co.uk/ for full details |
The Other Boleyn Girl
Come behind the scenes of blockbuster novel and new film The Other Boleyn Girl, on a set-jetting tour of Kent's dazzling castles and historic houses.
Come and relive 'what happened where' in the novel and film.
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Swimming Town Centre
Ashford Ringroad -15 minutes drive
Probably the most up to date and largest swimming complex in the South East. Leisure pool with flumes and rapids, as well as lane swimming pool for those who want to get fit.
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Old Stacians Cricket Club
Steeds Lane -15 minutes walk.
Visitors to Broadhembury Holiday Park are most welcome to visit Old Stacians Cricket Club, where they can enjoy the cricket and use the comfortable licensed bar. The cricket ground is a stroll away at the end of our lane.
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Charlie’s Lake - Fishing
There are two private lakes within 500 metres of the park, and daytime or night fishing can be arranged. There is also public fishing on the Royal Military Canal, some 3 miles away. Several fishing boats at Folkestone organise sea fishing trips. Excellent beach fishing at Dungeness, Hythe and Folkestone.
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Battle Abbey
Battle, Sussex, England TN33 0AD.
Tel: +44 (0)1424 773792
This majestic building was built in 1070, and dominates the small town that grew up around it. The gatehouse (1338) houses an audio-visual exhibition about the battle of 1066.
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Bedgebury National Pinetum
Goudhurst, Kent, England. TN17 2SL
Tel: +44 (0)1580 211044
www.bedgeburypinetum.org.uk/
Bedgebury contains the most comprehensive collection of conifers in Europe. It is both a botanical research facility, and a place for an enjoyable walk among mature trees.
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Belmont House
Belmont, Throwley, Faversham, Kent, ME13 7MM
Tel: +44 (0)1795 890202
www.belmont-house.org
A charming 18th century house set in delightful grounds in the beautiful Kentish countryside. Belmont contains beautiful furniture, a wonderful collection of clocks and watches and a fine collection of paintings.
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Biddenden Vineyards and Cider Works
Biddenden, near Tenterden, Kent
Tel: +44 (0)1580 291726
www.biddendenvineyards.com
Visit Kent's oldest commercial vineyard and the county's largest producer of traditional Kentish ciders and apple juices. See the presses and vines. Free admission and tasting.
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Canterbury Cathedral
The Precinct, Canterbury, Kent, England. CT1 2EH
Tel: +44 (0)1227 762862
www.canterbury-cathedral.org/
The country's first Cathedral with the present structure beginning in 1071 and described as the Mother Church of the Anglican Communion and one of the greatest examples of ecclesiastical architecture in England. Open: Monday to Saturday 9am to 5pm, Sunday 12.30pm to 2.30pm. Admission: Free.
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Step into Medieval England with a trip to the family friend Canterbury Tales. Open: October and March daily 9.30am to 5.30pm, November to February, Sunday to Friday 10am to 4.30pm, Saturday 9.30am to 5.30pm. Admission: Adults £7.25, Children £5.25.
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Canterbury. (The City of )
This Historic City is always a popular destination for shoppers and history seekers alike.
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Chartwell
Westerham, Kent, England. TN16 1PS
Tel: +44 (0)1732 866368
The wartime leader Sir Winston Churchill lived at Chartwell until his death in 1965. The house is, in effect, a memorial to him, with his furniture and possessions still in place.
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Chatham Historic Dockyard
Dock Road, Chatham, Kent, England ME4 4TE
Tel: +44 (0)1634 823807
You will need a full day to see everything in this extensive museum of British maritime history. Visitors are taken through Chatham's history as a centre of shipbuilding.
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Dover Castle
Dover, Kent, England. CT16 1HU
Tel: +44 (0)1304 205108
www.theheritagetrail.co.uk/
Discover two thousand years of exciting history from the Romans to world war 2. An enthralling day out for all ages at one of the countries leading tourist attractions. See the Roman pharaohs , or light house, and also travel deep inside the white cliffs to explore one of the best kept war time secrets, discover the underground tunnels where Winston Churchill and Admiral Ransay masterminded the evacuation of Dunkirk
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Goddington House and Gardens
Godinton House Godinton Lane Ashford Kent TN23 3BP
Tel: +44 (0)1233 620773
www.godinton-house-gardens.co.uk/
Excellent guided tours of this ancient house, Jacobean with medieval hall, many stunning rooms, beautifully furnished. 500 years of fascinating history.
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Great Chart Golf and Leisure
Great Chart Golf and Leisure, Bears Lane, Great Chart, Ashford, Kent
Tel: +44 (0)1233 645858
www.ashfordgolfcomplex.com
Pitch and putt, driving range (heated, floodlit and covered!). Large golf shop, golf tuition, beach volleyball, balloon flights, café/bar serving home cooked food.
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Hever Castle
Hever, Edenbridge, Kent, England. TN8 7NG
Tel: +44 (0)1732 865224
www.hever-castle.co.uk/
A double moated 13th-century castle, is where Anne Boleyn lived as a girl. The grounds include a lake, a maze, a garden in the Tudor style and an Italian walled garden.
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Homelands Bettergolf Centre
Homelands Bettergolf Centre, Ashford Road, Kingsnorth, Ashford, Kent TN26 1NJ
Tel: +44 (0)1233 661620
www.bettergolf.co.uk
Just two minutes drive from the park. Professionally designed with 18 tees, nine large greens and a total length of 4370 yards, SSS of 62. Floodlit driving range, PGA Professional, shop and bar.
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Howletts Wild Animal Park
Bekesbourne Lane, Bekesbourne, Kent, England. CT4 5EL
Tel: +44 (0)870 750 4647
www.howletts.net
The gorilla colony here is world-famous. Other rare species include tigers, Javan langurs, dholes, and bongos. See also Port Lympne.
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Julie Rose Stadium
The Julie Rose Stadium, Willesborough Road, Kennington, Ashford, Kent TN24 9QX
Tel: +44 (0)1233 613131
Facilities include eight lane 400m international athletics track, four lane indoor running straight, field events area, Contours Fitness Studio, children’s activities, licensed bar and café. Multi use games area. Open Mon-Fri 9.00am-10.00pm, Sat & Sun 9.00am-7.00pm.
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Kent County Cricket Ground
St Lawrence Ground, Old Dover Road, Canterbury, Kent, England CT1 3NZ
Tel: +44 (0)1227 456886
www.kent-ccc.co.uk/
This famous cricket ground is the home of Kent cricket.
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Kent and east Sussex railway
Kent & East Sussex Railway, Station Road, Tenterden, Kent TN30 6HE
Tel: +44 (0)1580 765155
www.kesr.org.uk/
The Kent & East Sussex Railway offers a superb day out for adults and children alike. Experience the nostalgia of the days of steam or the novelty of travelling at the sedate pace of yesteryear. Travel from Tenterden, through beautiful countryside, to the fairy tale castle at Bodiam.
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Leeds Castle
Maidstone, Kent, England. ME17 1PL
Tel: +44 (0)1622 765400
www.leedscastle.org.uk/
A magnificent 12th-century castle that has kept its medieval appearance in spite of extensive restoration in the 1930s. In the grounds are various attractions.
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London Beach Golf Club
London Beach Golf Club, Ashford Road, Tenterden, Kent TN30 6SP
Tel: +44 (0)1580 766279
www.londonbeach.com/
Only minutes from Tenterden and boasting a golf course, driving range and pitch and putt course. Families welcome. The brasserie has a superb reputation serving a mixture of traditional and French cuisine. Large terrace overlooks the beautiful Weald of Kent –ideal for dining al fresco.
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McArthurGlen Designer Outlet
McArthurGlen Designer Outlet, Kimberley Way, Ashford, Kent TN24 OSD
Tel: +44 (0)1233 895900
www.mcarthurglen.com/
One of Europe’s most spectacular shopping destinations, offering hundreds of top designer brands at up to 50% off typical retail prices. Retail destination of the year 2001.
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Port Lympne Wild Animal Park
Lympne, Hythe, Kent, England. CT21 4PD
Tel: +44 (0)1303 264647
www.portlympne.com/
A wildlife park overlooking the English Channel. It is well known for its herd of Przewalski's horses. There are advertised feeding times for the elephants, monkeys, and tigers.
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Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway
Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway, New Romney Station, New Romney, Kent, TN28 8PL
Tel: +44 (0)1797 362353
www.rhdr.org.uk/
Kent’s favourite tourist railway running between Hythe and Dungeness via Dymchurch and New Romney. Plus toy museum, cafes, gift shops, picnic areas, play ground and lots more. Certainly not just another railway!
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Sissinghurst Castle Sissinghurst, Cranbrook, Kent, England. TN17 2AB
Tel: +44 (0)1580 710700
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
This part-Tudor mansion is today visited primarily for the picturesque themed gardens created here. Beyond the gardens are shady woodland walks.
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South of England Rare Breeds Centre
South of England Rare Breeds Centre, Woodchurch, Ashford, Kent, TN26 3JR
Tel: +44 (0)1233 861493
www.rarebreeds.org.uk
Fun for families! Meet our friendly farm animals and play with the piglets in the Children’s Barn. Playground, paddling pool, sandpit and woodland walks. Open all year.
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Tenterden & District Museum
Tenterden & District Museum, Station Road, Tenterden, Kent TN30 6HN
Tel: +44 (0)1580 764310
www.ukpages.net/
The 19th century weather-boarded building, which houses Tenterden’s social, commercial and agricultural history, is an ideal starting point for a visit to this lovely market town. Open every day April to October.
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Tenterden Leisure Centre
Recreation Ground Road, Tenterden, Kent, England. TN30 6RA
The swimming pool here features flumes and a wave machine. Younger family members are always attracted to this venue. |
The North Downs of Kent
Tel: +44 (0)1303 815170
www.kentdowns.org.uk/
The North Downs, an area of outstanding natural beauty, provides excellent walking and touring.
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Walmer Castle
Walmer, Nr Deal, Kent.
Tel: +44 (0)1304 364288
www.theheritagetrail.co.uk/
A pleasant walk or cycle ride along Deal seafront to this fine stately home with superb and extensive gardens. Open: Tuesday to Sunday 10am to 4pm. Admission: Adults £2.70, Concessions £2.00, Children £1.30.
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