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Kent - Tourist Attractions, Amusements,
Theme Parks, Walks, Viewpoints, Zoos, etc |
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This section covers
general Tourist Attractions such as Amusements Parks,
Boat Trips,
Theme Parks, Specialist Shops, Guided Walks, Country Parks,
Viewpoints, Zoos etc.
Not all the
attractions in an area are listed.
If you know of an
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CHISLEHURST CAVES
Old Hill, Chislehurst, Kent, BR7 5NL
Tel: 020 8467 3264 Fax: 020 8295 0407
E-mail:
enquiries@chislehurstcaves.co.uk
Web:
www.chislehurstcaves.co.uk
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Caves open Wednesday to
Sunday, 7 days a week during school holidays and
half terms (except Christmas).
45 minute Guided
Tours 10am - 4pm available every hour, on the
hour.
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Guided tours, our
experienced guides will take you on a lamp lit
tour, during which you will hear of the Druids,
Romans and Saxons. Visitors also see the tunnels
made famous as a shelter during World War 2 when
the Caves became the largest air raid shelter
outside of London. See the Caves Church, Druid
Altar, Haunted Pool and much more!
Gift Shop
with a range of associated gifts, trinkets and
collectables. Ample Free Car & Coach parking.
Licensed Restaurant offering a wide variety of
freshly prepared meals, snacks and daily
specials. Why not come in for a traditional
English breakfast, lunch or just tea and cakes!
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KENT & EAST SUSSEX RAILWAY
Tenterden Town Station, Station Road, Tenterden,
Kent, TN30 6HE
Tel: 087 060 060 74
E-mail:
enquiries@kesr.org.uk
Web:
www.kesr.org.uk
Tenterden - Northiam - Bodiam.
Join us for a magical ride through 10 1/2 miles
of beautiful countryside. Vintage steam trains
dating from Victorian times will transport you
back in time. Hot and cold refreshments are
available at stations and on many trains, or for
that extra special occasion luxury Pullman
dining is on offer for dinners, Sunday
Luncheons, teas, weddings/private hire (booking
essential).
Special packages are also available for schools
and groups. Joint tours available with Tenterden
Vineyard and Biddenden Vineyard.
Online shop now available on our website selling
event tickets, books, DVDs, videos, speciality
brewed beer and much much more. Full access on
site for wheelchair users and a specially
designed coach is also available.
17th March to October: Contact to confirm
services available.
Regular daily timetable departing Tenterden
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ENGLISH WINES
Smallhythe, B2082, 2 miles from Tenterden
Tel: 01580 763033
E-mail:
tourism@englishwinesgroup.com
Web:
www.englishwinesgroup.com
Visitors can browse in the wine and fine food
shop, stroll in beautiful Herb Garden and 20
acres of vineyards. The Grapevine Bistro serves
freshly prepared lunches and light refreshments.
Guided tours run at weekends only from June to
October. Groups by appointment.
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EAST NORTHDOWN FARM & GARDENS
Margate, Kent, CT9 3TS
Tel: 01843 862060 Fax: 01843 860206
E-mail:
info@botanyplants.co.uk
Web:
www.botanyplants.co.uk
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Three acre gardens with
a range of coastal and chalk loving plants, our
Nursery on site produces one of the most
comprehensive ranges of plants in the South
East.
All plants are listed on our on-line
catalogue.
Where possible the
plants have been propagated from proven stock in
our gardens that are open at no charge to
visitors.
Tea and tours are
available by appointment for groups.
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Picture supplied courtesy of
Farmers Weekly |
Situated between Broadstairs and Margate
on the B2052 (George Hill Road) near the North
Foreland (directions available on our website). Open: 7 days, 10am to 5pm.
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CRABBLE CORN MILL
Lower Road River, Dover, Kent, CT17 0UY
Tel: 01304 823292
E-mail:
info@crabblecornmill.org.uk
Web:
www.ccmt.org.uk
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The Crabble
Corn Mill is a beautiful Georgian
watermill, situated in a picturesque,
peaceful area of the town.
The lakeside tea-rooms serve food from
home-baked mill flour, offering the real
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Visitors can see the mill working. Guided tours
available and kids quiz sheets for the young
ones. Check out our regular Folk, Quiz and
Children's Craft nights.
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BIDDENDEN VINEYARDS
Tel: 01580 291726
E-mail:
info@biddendenvineyards.com
Web site:
www.biddendenvineyards.com
Biddenden Vineyards
close to the old Wealden village of Biddenden,
legendary home of the Biddenden maids, is Kent’s
oldest commercial vineyard.
Enjoy a tranquil walk
through 22 acres of vines, visit the winery and
shop, containing a 17th century cider press, and
sample our fine English wines, Kentish ciders
and apple juice. FREE Admission and Tastings.
Coaches welcome. Guided tours by arrangement.
Tea/coffee available daily.
Open Mon to Sat 10am - 5pm. Sun 11am - 5pm.
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MARSH MAIZE MAZE
St Mary's Road, Dymchurch, Romney Marsh, Kent,
TN29 0PW
Tel: 01797 363254
Mobile: 07951 237821.
E-mail:
Honeychild@farming.co.uk
Web:
www.marsh-maize-maze.co.uk
Come and have a Wizard
time this summer at the Magical Marsh Maize
Maze. A giant puzzle is a cornfield, the
naturally grown maze grows to a height of over 6
foot, approx 5 miles of pathways that will
enthral and disorientate you all in the name of
fun.
Visit our website for
opening times and further information.
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THE HISTORIC DOCKYARD
Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TZ
Tel: 01634 823807
Fax: 01634 823801
E-mail:
info@chdt.org.uk
Web:
www.thedockyard.co.uk
Discover over 400 years
of maritime history as you explore the most
complete dockyard of Age of Sail and 'meet'
characters from the past at this spectacular
naval heritage site.
WWII destroyer Cavalier,
submarine Ocelot, Victorian sloop Gannet,
working Ropery, 18th Century dockyard adventure
'Wooden Walls' & 'Road to Trafalgar' exhibition,
Museum of the Royal Dockyard and RNLI Lifeboat
galleries.
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BAYBLAST
8a Sea Street, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8SP
Tel: 01227 373372 Mobile:
07800745493
E-mail:
bayblastmarine@btconnect.com
Web:
www.bayblast.co.uk
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Bayblast
Marine offer fun and interest for all
ages aboard a new offshore Rigid
Inflatable Boat.
Experiences vary in duration from 50
minutes to 3 hours.
RIBS offer a superb ride and a
perspective unique to these craft. |
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Tours include: Seal Spotter, Seal Tour,
The Forts Tour, Discovery Tour, Kentish
Flats Wind Farm, Corporate Fun and Hen and
Stag. |
Steady cruises and quick tours are available from
Neptune's Arm Herne Bay or The Harbour Ramp at
Whitstable by the Lifeboat station. Standard Trips
are available or phone them to suit your own
preferences. Our season runs
March to October
inclusive.
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The Oast's of Kent
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Oast Houses -
Photo:
David Rayner
CCL |
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First time visitors to Kent and Sussex are often
puzzled by these brick or stone built barns with
their round or square towers.
The history of the oast house is almost a
microcosm of agricultural activity in 'The
Garden of England' in the 19th century. Oast
houses played an important role in much of my
early life -- during my formative years
I lived on a farm with an impressive six-kiln
oast, I had friends who lived in converted oast
houses, and the first company I worked for after
leaving college had its offices in a converted
oast house.
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The Spa Valley Railway
West Station, Nevill Terrace, Tunbridge Wells,
Kent, TN4 8HL
Tel: 01892 537715
E-mail:
enquiries@spavalleyrailway.co.uk
Web:
www.spavalleyrailway.co.uk
The Spa Valley Railway runs for 3½ miles through
the picturesque Kentish Weald countryside
between the town of Royal Tunbridge Wells and
the village of Groombridge, stopping off in
between at High Rocks. Come and visit us and
enjoy the delights of travelling behind a steam
train, through Kent and Sussex
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The Shell Grotto
Grotto Hill, Margate, Kent, CT9 2BU
Tel: 01843 220008
The Shell Grotto is one of the world's most
mysterious places: a series of underground rooms
and passageways covered by 2000 sq ft of
exquisite shell mosaic. Discovered in 1835,
nobody knows who created it, although many
believe it is a 2000 year-old Temple. The
Mystery Museum encourages visitors to draw their
own conclusions. Facilities: Gift shop and Cafe.
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Jane Sullivan Cookery
Courses
The Lavenders, 3 Chestnut Walk, Larkfield,
Aylesford, Kent, ME20 6NW
Tel: 01732 873030
E-mail:
info@janesullivan.co.uk
Web:
www.janesullivan.co.uk
Creative Cookery Courses for Adults & Children
in Kent. We specialise in cooking with local
produce wherever possible and cover a range of
cooking styles for both adults and children. Our
classes can be either entirely hands-on, or just
demonstration and tasting sessions, and are run
for whole days, half days or in the evenings. We
also arrange accommodation locally for those
visiting the area for a cooking break. You can
find out more about what we offer by visiting
our website.
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Dinotours
Tel: 01953 488511
E-mail:
Denisebeecham@dinotours.com
Web:
www.dinotours.com
A Jurassic experience for all the family.
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RIVERSIDE COUNTRY PARK
Lower Rainham Road, Gillingham, Kent, ME7 2XH
Tel: 01634 378987
E-mail:
riversidecp@medway.gov.uk
Areas of saltmarsh, meadow, pond grassland &
woodland and many different types of plants.
Displays and information on the habitat in the
area can be found in our Visitor Centre.
Childrens play area also available. Open all
year, 7 days except Christmas Day and Boxing
Day.
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The White Cliffs of Dover
c/o Upper Road, Langdon Cliffs, nr Dover, CT16
1HJ
Tel: 01304 202756
Fax: 01304 246105
E-mail:
whitecliffs@nationaltrust.org.uk
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The White Cliffs of Dover
are world famous, and no-one who visits them
is ever disappointed.
From the top of the cliffs you can see a
stunning view of the world's busiest port, as
well as the castle, and all of Dover.
The Gateway building introduces visitors to
the vast coast and countryside with the use of
imaginative displays.
The White Cliffs are a haven for wildlife.
There's so much to explore, and you can walk
for miles along the cliff top. |
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The White Cliffs of Dover -
Photo:
Colin Smith
CCL |
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Reed Court Farm Trail
Chainhurst, Marden
Tel: 01622 820314
A working farm which produces cereal, sheep and
cricket bat willows. There are two farm trails,
the longest taking one hour, which make a
circular tour of the farm. Dogs on leads please.
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The Folkestone Warren
B2011, East Cliff & Warren Country Park
Tel: 01303 274806
Area of historic woodland and chalk cliffs, home
to various wildlife, wild flowers, dramatic
walks, campsites and more. Open daily.
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Shorne Wood Country Park
Gravesend
Tel: 01474 823800
174 acres of woodland and wetland with lakes,
wild flower garden, picnic areas, equestrian
ride, orienteering & fishing. Open daily.
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Trosley Country Park
Off A227, Vigo Village
Tel: 01732 823570
E-mail:
riversidecp@medway.gov.uk
This park covers 160 acres on the North Downs.
Splendid walks exist on and around the North
Downs Way including local features such as the
Neolithic Coldrum Stones. A refreshment kiosk
and visitor centre is open at peak times.
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Toys Hill
National Trust car park serving 160ha of heath
and woodland. Waymarked walks including a route
suitable for wheelchairs. Provides spectacular
views of the countryside to the South. An area
much loved by one of the Trust’s founders,
Octavia Hill.
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Haysden Country Park
Off Lower Haysden Lane, Tonbridge.
Tel: 01732 844522
This 170 acre Country Park owes much of its
character to the Haysden and Barden lakes and
the River Medway. There are interesting nature
and historical trails and fishing. (Day tickets
available).
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Maidstone Millennium River
Park
River Medway, Maidstone
Tel: 01622 817623
A new riverside walk which opens up access to
the River Medway along a 10km stretch from
Teston picnic site through Maidstone's historic
town centre and on to Allington Lock. Along the
route Whatman Park combines a natural landscape
of woodland, meadow and nature reserve with
children's play areas and the Riverstage Arena.
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Trosley Country Park
Off A227 Tonbridge to Gravesend road at Vigo
Tel: 01732 823570
This park covers 160 acres on the North Downs.
Splendid walks exist on and around the North
Downs Way including local features such as the
Neolithic Coldrum Stones. A refreshment kiosk
and visitor centre is open at peak times.
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FARMING WORLD
Nash Court, Boughton Under Blean, Faversham,
Kent, ME13 9SW
Tel: 01227 751144 Fax: 01795 520813
E-mail:
info@farming-world.com
Web:
www.farming-world.com
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Open: March to November,
daily 9.30am - 5.30pm.
November to December,
Wed - Sat 10.30am - 4pm
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Set deep in the heart of the Kent countryside
Farming World is an unbeatable day out for all
the family. There are lots of great things to
see and do with a big emphasis on getting
involved, have-a-go sessions and unique animal
encounters...
Explore the farm, say
hello to our friendly farm animals, meet the
naughty piglets, newly born lambs and make
friends with playful kids who love a chance to
show off.
Spectacular birds of
prey. Animal antics - visit the farm animals.
Adventure play parks and indoor soft play area.
Get crafty in our themed workshops. Stimulate
your senses in the secret garden. Meet the heavy
horses. Take a tractor ride. Visit the Bee World
exhibition. Get retail therapy in our souvenir
shop. Relax and unwind in our tea room or garden
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NEPICAR FARM
Wrotham Heath, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 7SR
Tel: 01732 883040
E-mail:
info@nepicarfarm.co.uk
Traditional livestock and poultry farm open to
all the family. Rare breeds. Displays and
demonstrations. Tractor & trailer rides. Animal
feed store. Tearoom, gift and farm shop selling
farm produce and preserves. Birthday parties,
guided school & group visits welcome. Disabled
access.
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Bedgebury National Pinetum
& Forest
Park Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2SL
Tel: 01580 879820 Fax:
01580 212423
E-mail:
bedgebury@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
Web:
www.forestry.gov.uk/bedgebury
Bedgebury is the perfect place for cycling,
walking, riding and playing in a spectacular
world of trees. The National Pinetum is a
world-class collection of dramatic conifers and
a beautiful setting for a country walk in all
seasons. The two thousand-acre Bedgebury Forest
offers miles of family cycling, mountain-biking,
riding, walking, Go Ape and adventure play for
all ages and abilities. The Visitor Centre has
cycle hire, refreshments and showers. As a
location for healthy outdoor activity in a
beautiful setting, Bedgebury is in a class of
its own.
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South of England Rare
Breeds Centre
Highland Farm, Woodchurch, Ashford, Kent, TN26
3RJ
Tel: 01233 861493
E-mail: visit@rarebreeds.org.uk
"The South of England Rare Breeds Centre is one
of Kent's most popular tourist attractions,
especially for families". Rare and traditional
breeds of British farm animals- 'history on the
hoof!' ... cows with handlebar horns ... sheep
with long, curly fleece ... spotty pigs, ginger
pigs ... tall ducks ... and lots more! Animals
to see and touch. Tractor and trailer rides.
Playground, sandpit, toddler's paddling pool.
Plant Nursery ... Gift Shop. Woodland walks.
Freshly prepared, home cooked food ...
Children's Menu. Special events from Easter
Bunny Hunt to Carols in the Barn. Watch the
re-building of a Georgian farmstead. Meet the
famous Daily Mail Tamworth Two.
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Beaver Water World
Waylands Farm, Approach Road, Tatsfield, Nr
Westerham, Kent
Tel: 01959 577747
Beaver Water World is a registered charity
dedicated to rescuing and caring for mistreated,
unwanted and rare reptiles and other animals.
There's loads to see and do at Beaver Water
World; in our landscaped grounds see Beavers,
Terrapins and Aviaries; and the heated indoor
reptile house features snakes, lizards and Big
Boy - the giant alligator. Educational
facilities include conducted tours, lecture
visits, picnic facilities, quiz sheets, reptile
handling and refreshments so school parties and
youth groups can learn as well as having fun.
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Eagle Heights Kent's Bird
of Prey Centre
Lullingstone Lane, Eynsford, Dartford, Kent, DA4
0JB
Tel: 01322 866466
Enjoy the spectacular view across the valley,
while being entertained as eagles, hawks and
falcons are flown in regular outside displays,
or see it all from the tea room. All aviaries
are indoors for an all weather attraction.
Flying displays at noon & 15.30.
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Christmas Tree Farm
Cudham Road, Orpington, Kent, BR6 7LF
Tel: 01689 861603
Situated approximately 150 metres from the
centre of Downe Village and close to Down House
(former home of Charles Darwin). Christmas Tree
Farm is the ideal place for everyone from
children to grandparents. Children will delight
in being able to come into close contact with
many varieties of animals, sheep, goats,
donkeys, ponies & smaller animals such as
rabbits, chicks and ducklings, all of which you
may feed. After your visit you may wish to relax
in the Tea Gardens where you can try one of our
cream teas. Or if you prefer something different
other snacks and refreshments are available.
Also for sale at the farm: Plants, shrubs &
hanging baskets, free range chicken and duck
eggs and rabbits and hutches.
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