Kent

2 miles from Bayham Old Abbey

Bayham Old Abbey is a historic 13th-century Premonstratensian abbey ruins located near Lamberhurst, Kent. Now maintained by English Heritage, visitors can explore scenic outdoor ruins featuring ornate stonework and a nearby gatehouse, set within landscaped grounds enhanced by famous landscape gardener Humphry Repton.

Near Great Comp Garden

Great Comp Garden in Sevenoaks is a renowned garden known for its outstanding collection of salvias, beautiful seasonal displays, and themed garden areas. Visitors can explore its Italian Garden, enjoy the formal lawns, attend events, and relax at the tearooms.

3 miles from Walled Garden Tours

14 Oct (next Wednesday)

A guided tour of Ightham Mote’s walled garden, led by garden volunteers. Hear about its history, seasonal planting, sustainable growing and plans for its future.

Near Great Dixter House & Gardens

Great Dixter House & Gardens is a renowned historic house and garden in East Sussex featuring Christopher Lloyd's renowned horticultural design, accessible grounds, a café, a shop, and educational tours, suitable for visitors interested in gardening and heritage.

3 miles from Spell Quest at Bodiam Castle

10 Oct–1 Nov (next week)

Families can follow a magical, Halloween-themed trail around Bodiam Castle, making potions, discovering spells and taking part in activities. On weekends, visitors can also enter a spooky best-dressed costume competition in the castle courtyard.

3 miles from Westwood Cross

Westwood Cross is a pedestrianised shopping centre in Westwood, Kent, featuring over 40 stores, leisure facilities like a casino and cinema, and ample parking. It is housed indoors across three floors and offers a modern retail and leisure experience.

2 miles from St Augustine's Conduit House

St Augustine's Conduit House is a medieval archaeological site in Canterbury featuring a historic water supply system for St Augustine's Abbey with surviving 12th century structure and tunnels.

2 miles from Godinton House & Gardens

Godinton House & Gardens is a historic country house in Kent featuring guided tours, extensive gardens, and seasonal events. Visitors can explore formal and walled gardens, enjoy homemade refreshments, and discover centuries of history through a rich collection of furniture and art.

Near Howletts Wild Animal Park

Howletts Wild Animal Park is a renowned zoo near Canterbury, Kent, home to significant breeding groups of rare and endangered species including gorillas and African elephants, offering an outdoor wildlife experience focused on animal conservation and education.

Near St John's Jerusalem

St John's Jerusalem is a National Trust property in Kent featuring a 13th century Knights Hospitaller chapel and a garden moated by the River Darent, with historical medieval buildings and landscaped grounds accessible to the public.

Located in Dartford

Dartford is a historic market town in Kent, England, with a rich industrial and religious heritage, accessible by rail and serving as a cultural and shopping hub for visitors.

2 miles from Sheffield Park and Garden

Sheffield Park and Garden is a large landscape and woodland garden in East Sussex, originally designed by Capability Brown. It features a significant collection of rare plants and trees, natural ponds, and extensive grounds for outdoor exploration. The garden remains a National Trust property and offers visitors a serene and historic natural environment.

2 miles from Stranger Folk Adventure at Sheffield Park

7 Oct–15 Nov (another 37 days)

Visitors use the Stranger Folk app to take part in an outdoor, games-based adventure inspired by British folklore. Guided by the Old Crone, teams complete magical tasks to find the Stranger Folk and decide their fate.

2 miles from The Powell-Cotton Museum, Quex House, and Gardens

The Powell-Cotton Museum, Quex House, and Gardens in Kent offers visitors a chance to explore a historic house with guided tours, extensive gardens, and a unique museum featuring wildlife dioramas and cultural artifacts from around the world. The venue is mostly wheelchair accessible and family friendly, with free parking and facilities for children.

Located in Margate

Margate is a historic seaside town in Kent, England, known for its sandy beaches, maritime heritage, cultural sites like Turner Contemporary art gallery, historic theatres, and attractions such as Dreamland amusement park. It offers a vibrant cultural and tourism experience with a walkable town centre accessible by rail and local public transport.

3 miles from The Big Cat Sanctuary

The Big Cat Sanctuary in Kent is a specialised animal sanctuary focusing on big cats, offering limited public open days and experience packages like overnight stays and photography workshops, with enclosures designed to mimic wild habitats.

Located in Tenterden

Tenterden is a historic market town in Kent, England, known for its charming High Street, rich Anglo-Saxon and medieval heritage, and cultural festivals. It features notable churches, a railway museum, and hosts popular events including a Christmas market and folk festival.

Near Wingham Wildlife Park

Wingham Wildlife Park in Kent features a diverse collection of over 200 animal species including birds, mammals, reptiles, and primates. Visitors can explore tropical houses, reptile exhibits, big cat enclosures, and a unique penguin pool. The park also offers indoor educational facilities, a café, and outdoor play areas designed for families and children.

Near Royal Victoria Place

Royal Victoria Place is a partially covered shopping centre in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, with 99 retail units and a community centre, offering an indoor shopping experience.

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Royal Tunbridge Wells is a historic spa town in Kent, England, known for its picturesque Pantiles, cultural venues, green parks, and convenient transport links including rail services. It offers a blend of heritage, shopping, and outdoor leisure for tourists.

2 miles from Fremlin Walk

Fremlin Walk is an outdoor shopping centre in Maidstone, Kent, featuring over 50 shops including major high street brands, cafés, and a department store, set on the historic site of Fremlin's Brewery with preserved brewery features.

Located in Maidstone

Maidstone is the historic county town of Kent, with a rich history from Neolithic to modern times, situated on the River Medway, offering diverse cultural attractions, shopping centers, parks, and accessible public transport, making it a vibrant tourist destination.

Near County Square

Ashford is a historic market town and transport hub in Kent, England. It features landmarks such as the 13th century St Mary's Parish Church, the Ashford Designer Outlet shopping centre, and the Green Corridor nature reserve. The town is served by Ashford International station with rail links to London and Europe. It offers cultural, sporting, and shopping experiences with leisure facilities like the Julie Rose Stadium and a range of amenities.

Located in Ashford

Ashford is a historic market town in Kent with a well-preserved town centre, strong railway connections including an international station, diverse shopping and dining options, and cultural venues including a medieval parish church repurposed for arts and entertainment.

2 miles from Port Lympne Wild Animal Park

Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve is a 600-acre wildlife park in Kent featuring rare and endangered species, safari tours, a large gorillarium, dinosaur-themed forest, and unique glamping accommodations, offering both indoor and outdoor experiences for families.

3 miles from Doddington Place Gardens

Doddington Place Gardens is a 10-acre outdoor garden located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty featuring diverse planting styles, rock and sunken gardens, champion trees, and panoramic countryside views, welcoming visitors with refreshments and accessible facilities.

3 miles from Autumn Spice Workshop

14 Oct (next Wednesday)

Participants make a seasonal herbal spiced tincture and discuss simple kitchen remedies, then explore the herb beds to discover plants for a home garden pharmacy.

2 miles from Swingfield Preceptory

Swingfield Preceptory, also known as St John's Commandery, is a historic 13th-century Knights Hospitaller priory near Folkestone, Kent, featuring a surviving chapel and historic farmhouse architecture under English Heritage care.

2 miles from Bluewater (shopping centre)

Bluewater Shopping Centre is a major indoor retail and leisure destination in Kent, England, featuring over 300 stores, multiple dining options, a large cinema, and extensive free parking. It serves millions of visitors annually and offers a comprehensive shopping experience in a unique triangular architectural layout.

Near Deal Castle

Deal Castle is a well-preserved 16th century artillery fort in Kent, England, featuring stone bastions, a moat, and a historic keep. Built by Henry VIII to defend the Downs anchorage, it offers visitors both indoor historical exhibits and outdoor exploration of the castle grounds and fortifications.

Located in Deal

Deal is a historic coastal town in Kent, England, known for its maritime heritage, Tudor castles, and vibrant arts and cultural scene. It offers a walkable town centre, museums, a pier, and a seaside resort atmosphere attracting tourists.

Near Dreamland Margate

Dreamland Margate is a historic seaside amusement park in Kent featuring vintage rides including the Grade II* listed Scenic Railway wooden roller coaster, alongside modern attractions like a roller disco, live music venue, and children’s play areas. It offers both indoor and outdoor experiences, with food available on site, making it a family-friendly destination with a rich heritage and entertainment events.

Located in Minster

Minster is a historic town on the Isle of Sheppey in Kent known for its ancient abbey, coastal location, and fossil-rich beaches, offering cultural and natural attractions for visitors.

2 miles from The White Cliffs of Dover

The White Cliffs of Dover offer dramatic cliff-top walks with stunning views over the English Channel, historic WWII tunnels tours, and a striking Victorian lighthouse. Visitors can enjoy walking trails, a café with panoramic views, and a play area, making it suitable for families and history enthusiasts alike.

2 miles from Guided walks to South Foreland Lighthouse 2026

10 Oct (this Saturday)

Join a volunteer-led walk along the White Cliffs of Dover to South Foreland Lighthouse, hearing about the cliffs’ natural and human history and seeing wartime remains and coastal views. At the lighthouse, the guide gives a brief introduction before visitors can explore the grounds and make their own way back.

2 miles from Wildwood Discovery Park

Wildwood Trust is a woodland discovery park in Kent featuring over fifty species of native British animals, ancient woodland trails, and conservation projects aimed at protecting and reintroducing native wildlife species.

Near Farleys House & Gallery

Farleys House & Gallery is a former Georgian farmhouse that showcases an art gallery and sculpture garden, offering guided tours of the house and seasonal exhibitions. Visitors can enjoy tea and cakes onsite and explore gardens featuring permanent and contemporary artworks.

2 miles from Bodiam Castle

Bodiam Castle is a 14th-century moated castle in East Sussex, England, known for its distinctive quadrangular design with towers and battlements. Set in a landscaped environment with an ornamental moat, it showcases medieval architecture and history. The castle is a ruin open to the public under the care of the National Trust and has been featured in films and television.

2 miles from Moat tour with a costumed medieval character

9 Oct, 16 Oct…

Join a costumed medieval character for a guided tour around Bodiam Castle’s moat, hearing about the castle’s construction, landscape and past inhabitants.

2 miles from Broadwater Warren

Broadwater Warren is a nature reserve set in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with heathland and woodland restoration, offering wildlife habitats for threatened species, scenic viewpoints, and accessible trails for visitors including wheelchairs and pushchairs.

2 miles from St Augustine's Cross

St Augustine's Cross is a historic stone memorial in Kent commemorating St Augustine's 597 AD mission to England. The cross features intricate Saxon and Celtic carvings and stands near Pegwell Bay and Pegwell Bay Country Park, marking a significant religious and cultural landmark.

Located in Ramsgate

Ramsgate is a historic seaside town in Kent, England, known for its coastline, marina, historic architecture and cultural events. It offers sandy beaches, maritime heritage, and a range of tourist attractions including deep shelter tunnels and annual regattas.

3 miles from Goodnestone Park Gardens

Goodnestone Park Gardens is a diverse garden surrounding an 18th-century manor house featuring formal lawns, woodland gardens, walled enclosures, arboretums, and a greenhouse, with a café onsite offering produce from their no-dig vegetable garden.

2 miles from Horne's Place Chapel

Horne's Place Chapel is a late medieval timber-framed private chapel dating from 1276 near Appledore, Kent, noted for its exquisite architecture and historic significance as a Grade II* listed building. The chapel is open to visitors to view its interior, but the attached manor house remains private.

3 miles from Michelham Priory House & Gardens

Michelham Priory House & Gardens is a historic Augustine Priory set on its own island in East Sussex, offering visitors immersive indoor historical displays and extensive outdoor gardens with family-friendly activities including a playground and a café.

2 miles from Smallhythe Place

Smallhythe Place is a Tudor-era historic house and theatre museum in Kent, dedicated to Victorian actress Ellen Terry, featuring her theatrical collection, costume displays, beautiful gardens, and an active barn theatre hosting numerous productions annually.

2 miles from Styling Smallhythe: From the functional to the unconventional

7–11 Oct, 14–18 Oct…

A display at Smallhythe Place traces changes in women’s fashion from the late 1800s into the 1900s, using clothing, photographs and paintings to explore changing attitudes and the lives of some of the house’s residents.

Located in Hythe

Hythe is a historic market town on the edge of Romney Marsh in Kent, England, known for its medieval architecture, maritime history as a Cinque Port, and unique local attractions like the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway.

3 miles from Hole Park

Hole Park is a renowned private garden in Kent featuring extensive formal and wild gardens including Bluebell Wood, wildflower meadows, and woodland. The 16-acre site offers seasonal displays of flowers and topiary with a café serving homemade teas and light lunches. Dogs on leads are welcome in the gardens and courtyard.

2 miles from St John's Commandery

St John's Commandery is a 13th-century medieval chapel and hall with notable architectural features, open for external viewing during daylight hours and internal visits by appointment. It offers a glimpse into the history of the Knights Hospitallers and later farmhouse conversion in Dover, Kent.

2 miles from Battle of Hastings

The Battle of Hastings site near Battle, East Sussex, marks the location of the pivotal 1066 battle between the Normans and Anglo-Saxons that shaped English history. Visitors can explore the battlefield, Battle Abbey ruins, and learn about this decisive Norman victory and its aftermath.

2 miles from Battle of Hastings at Battle Abbey

10–11 Oct (this weekend)

A large-scale re-enactment of the Battle of Hastings, with Saxon and Norman soldiers, living history camps, falconry displays, traditional music and a performance telling the story of the Bayeux Tapestry. Children can take part in sword school and a re-creation of the battle.

3 miles from Whitefriars Shopping Centre

Whitefriars Shopping Centre is a large indoor shopping mall in Canterbury, Kent, featuring over 70 shops across three floors and a large multi-storey car park. The centre combines modern retail with historical significance, located on a former monastic site and includes specialized shopping arcades.

2 miles from St Augustine's Abbey

St Augustine's Abbey in Canterbury, Kent, is the ruins of a historic Benedictine monastery founded in 598 AD, notable for its extensive archaeological remains and historical significance as part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors explore the outdoor abbey ruins, which reflect over 900 years of monastic history and royal connections.

3 miles from Richborough Roman Fort and Amphitheatre

Richborough Roman Fort and Amphitheatre is a historic Roman site featuring reconstructed timber gateways, ruins, and an interactive museum showcasing Roman Britain history. Visitors can climb the gateway for views, explore earthworks, follow family trails, and enjoy an immersive audio tour.

2 miles from 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield

1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield offers a combined indoor and outdoor historical experience including a visitor centre with interactive displays, battlefield walks with audio tours, abbey ruins, and a gatehouse exhibition, alongside a café and children's playground.

Near Faversham Stone Chapel

Faversham Stone Chapel is a unique medieval chapel built atop a Romano-British mausoleum, combining Roman architectural remains with historic church features in Kent. The site presents both indoor historical structures and an outdoor setting for visitors to explore.

Near Mount Ephraim Gardens

Mount Ephraim Gardens features extensive Edwardian gardens with diverse plant collections and a Grade II listed Victorian manor house. Visitors can explore both outdoor gardens and indoor areas with café facilities. The site is family-friendly, pet-friendly, and accessible, with various event options including weddings and group visits.

2 miles from Battle Abbey

Battle Abbey is a historic Benedictine abbey site in East Sussex, England, built on the site of the Battle of Hastings. Visitors can explore the abbey ruins, enjoy the visitor centre with exhibitions and film, participate in audio tours of the battlefield, and use child-friendly facilities including a discovery room and playground.

2 miles from South Foreland Lighthouse

South Foreland Lighthouse, located on the White Cliffs of Dover, is a Victorian lighthouse famed for its role in maritime safety as the first with an electric light. Visitors can explore the lighthouse via guided tours, enjoy the vintage-themed tea room, and take part in family-friendly outdoor activities including games and nature art. The site offers striking views of the English Channel, the French coast, and surrounding countryside.

Near Chiddingstone Castle

Chiddingstone Castle is a historic Tudor and Victorian house displaying the diverse collections of Denys Eyre Bower. Visitors can tour the castle, explore 25 acres of grounds with woodlands and gardens, enjoy a traditional tearoom, and participate in child-friendly activities. The castle is mostly wheelchair accessible and dog friendly, with free entry for Historic Houses members.

3 miles from Dymchurch Martello Tower

Dymchurch Martello Tower is a historic coastal defence tower in Kent, England, now serving as a museum showcasing the history of Martello towers. Visitors can explore the restored tower and learn about its role in protecting the coastline during the early 19th century.

Located in New Romney

New Romney is a historic market town in Kent with medieval origins, notable Norman architecture, and ties to the original Cinque Ports. Once a harbour town, it is now inland and serves as a cultural and tourist centre on Romney Marsh.

3 miles from Pentagon Shopping Centre

Pentagon Shopping Centre is a major indoor retail destination in Chatham, Kent, featuring over 70 shops, dining options, and leisure facilities including a bowling alley, set in distinctive brutalist architecture.

Located in Gillingham

Gillingham is a historic town in Kent, England, known for its rich naval heritage, diverse cultural attractions, and its role as a regional retail and community hub with extensive sports and leisure facilities.

2 miles from Lamb House

Lamb House is an 18th-century writer's house museum in Rye, East Sussex, showcasing the home and garden of renowned authors like Henry James. Visitors can explore the historic interiors and the walled garden, enjoying both indoor and outdoor heritage experiences.

2 miles from Captured by Caricature: Max Beerbohm and Henry James

9–13 Oct, 16–20 Oct…

An exhibition exploring the connection between Max Beerbohm and Henry James, featuring Beerbohm’s caricatures of James alongside sketches by William Rothenstein and John Singer Sargent.

Located in Sittingbourne

Sittingbourne is an industrial town in Kent, England, known for its historical significance along the Roman Watling Street, industrial heritage in brickmaking and paper production, and tourist attractions including a preserved light railway and sailing barge museum.

3 miles from Bateman's

Bateman's is a 17th-century Jacobean house in Burwash, East Sussex, known as the home of Rudyard Kipling. Visitors can explore the house preserved as it was in Kipling's time, including his study and collections, as well as the garden and the historic water mill on the estate.

3 miles from Rudyard Kipling introductory talks

6–30 Oct (another 21 days)

A short outdoor introductory talk gives an overview of Rudyard Kipling’s life, family and writing, and explains his connection to Bateman’s before visitors go inside the house.

Near Dungeness

RSPB Dungeness is a vast nature reserve featuring diverse habitats including shingle, grassland, and freshwater pits, offering excellent birdwatching opportunities and historic World War 2 sound mirrors. The reserve provides accessible trails, hides, and facilities making it suitable for a family day out in nature.

2 miles from Stoneacre

Stoneacre is a 15th century timber-framed yeoman farmer's house near Maidstone, Kent, featuring historic architecture and interiors restored to Tudor style by the National Trust. Visitors can explore both the house and surrounding gardens, orchards, and meadows.

2 miles from Walmer Castle

Walmer Castle in Kent is a historic 16th-century artillery fort built by Henry VIII, now managed by English Heritage. Visitors can explore its well-preserved interiors with exhibitions on military and political history, enjoy extensive formal gardens including the Queen Mother's Garden, and dine at tea rooms within the castle grounds.

3 miles from Blean Woods

Blean Woods is a natural woodland reserve featuring traditional coppice, high forest, heathland, and glades which support diverse wildlife including woodpeckers, nightingales, and rare butterflies. Visitors can explore multiple waymarked trails and enjoy peaceful outdoor walks, with facilities including a car park and picnic area. Dogs are allowed on a specific trail, but there are no indoor facilities such as cafes or toilets on site.

Located in Folkestone

Folkestone is a historic coastal town in Kent known for its harbour, cultural arts scene, Edwardian architecture, and connections to maritime and religious heritage. It offers a walkable town centre, beaches, scenic promenades, and links to major transport routes including rail and the Channel Tunnel.

3 miles from St Mary's Church, Reculver

St Mary's Church, Reculver, is a historic ruined Anglo-Saxon church founded in the 7th century on the site of a Roman fort in Kent, England. Although the church was mostly demolished in 1809 due to coastal erosion, the iconic twin towers remain as a landmark for shipping. The site offers visitors a glimpse into early Christian architecture and monastic history, with archaeological remains and connections to Kentish kings and Viking attacks. Managed by English Heritage, it is an outdoor heritage site showcasing ruins and a rich narrative of medieval religious and community life.

3 miles from Sissinghurst Castle Garden

Sissinghurst Castle Garden in Kent is a renowned historic garden created by Vita Sackville-West and Harold Nicolson, featuring an influential series of garden rooms, including the iconic White Garden. Located on Tudor-era estate buildings, it showcases a vast collection of old garden roses and other plants, attracting large numbers of visitors and managed by the National Trust.

3 miles from New Ideas and Old Loves: Sissinghurst and Italy

26 Sep 2026–6 Jun 2027 (another 240 days)

An exhibition exploring the influence of Italy on Vita Sackville-West and Harold Nicolson, featuring objects, love letters, photographs and multimedia experiences.

3 miles from Penns in the Rocks

Penns in the Rocks is an early 18th-century historic house with artistic and literary heritage, featuring a garden with a dedicated temple and situated near natural sandstone rocks, offering visitors a blend of indoor and outdoor experiences.

3 miles from Monkey Puzzle trail at Bateman’s

23 May–1 Nov (another 23 days)

A family trail at Bateman’s inspired by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s Monkey Puzzle. Visitors explore the house and garden, helping Little Monkey find his mum through interactive games and challenges.

2 miles from Camber Castle

Camber Castle is a 16th-century Device Fort built by Henry VIII near Rye, East Sussex, to protect the coast from invasion. It is a ruined concentric artillery fortress operated by English Heritage, open to visitors for guided tours. The castle is notable for its historic military architecture and coastal location.

3 miles from Book of the Month

9–13 Oct, 16–20 Oct…

Visitors can discover a featured novel inspired by or connected to Lamb House and the history of its notable residents. The featured book changes monthly.

3 miles from Regulbium

Regulbium is an ancient Roman Saxon Shore fort located near Reculver in Kent, England. It served as a military installation controlling the Wantsum Channel and features remains of a large stone perimeter wall. The fort dates back to the early 3rd century and played an important strategic role in Roman Britain. The site is mainly visited for its outdoor archaeological ruins.

2 miles from Belmont House

Belmont House is a beautifully preserved Georgian neo-classical country house in Kent featuring impressive collections of clocks and furniture. Visitors can explore both the historic interiors and the surrounding gardens, with guided tours available and facilities including a cafe, picnic area, and events for children.

Located in Rye

Rye is a picturesque historic town in East Sussex, known for its medieval streets, cobbled lanes, and rich maritime history as a former Cinque Port. It offers a vibrant arts scene, cultural festivals, and local seafood specialties, making it a popular tourist destination.

3 miles from The Mall Maidstone

The Mall Maidstone is a large covered shopping centre in Maidstone, Kent, featuring over 100 shops and an integrated main bus station, making it a key town centre shopping and transport hub.

3 miles from Penshurst Place and Gardens

Penshurst Place features 11 acres of historic formal gardens divided into unique themed rooms including an Italian garden and rose gardens, with facilities such as a children's play area and refreshments, offering visitors a rich outdoor horticultural experience.

2 miles from One Tree Hill

One Tree Hill is an outdoor natural site located in Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering woodland walks, wildlife habitats with rare species, and scenic views. It features uneven terrain not suitable for wheelchairs and has a car park for visitors. Dogs are allowed on site.

2 miles from The Pikachu Art Adventure at Ightham Mote

7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)

Explore 30 illustrated Pikachu trading cards around Ightham Mote, learn facts about the character and design your own Pikachu card as part of an indoor and outdoor art trail.

Near Northward Hill

Northward Hill is a peaceful nature reserve on a ridge above the Thames Marshes, featuring miles of trails, diverse wildlife including herons and owls, and beautiful seasonal plant life such as bluebells. It offers accessible paths and multiple viewpoints for wildlife watching in an outdoor setting.

Located in Rochester

Rochester is a historic port town in Kent, England, known for its Roman origins, medieval castle and cathedral, and strong literary connections to Charles Dickens. It offers a rich blend of historic architecture, cultural festivals, and riverfront charm.

2 miles from Capel Fleet

Capel Fleet Raptor Viewpoint is an open-air vantage spot on the Isle of Sheppey offering opportunities to observe various birds of prey over wetland farmland habitats. The site features an accessible gravel path and benches for binocular use, with no entry fee or onsite facilities.

3 miles from Owletts

Owletts is a historic Grade II* listed country house near Cobham, Kent, known for its 17th-century architecture, connection to architect Sir Herbert Baker, and gardens designed partly by Gertrude Jekyll. It is owned by the National Trust and open to the public on a limited basis.

Located in Lydd

Lydd is a historic town in Kent, England, known for its medieval heritage, significant medieval church, and its role in maritime and military history. It offers cultural festivals, scenic marsh landscapes, and is part of the Romney Marsh area.

3 miles from One Tree Hill and Bitchet Common

One Tree Hill and Bitchet Common is a biological Site of Special Scientific Interest in Kent, featuring ancient mixed woodland and diverse habitats with rare flora and fauna, located within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and accessible via public footpaths.

3 miles from Music@Malling - event at Ightham Mote: Deborah Pritchard’s Music Maps

7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)

An exhibition of prints of Deborah Pritchard’s Music Maps, paintings that explore the character and structure of music by her and other contemporary composers. The works are displayed in the Old Chapel at Ightham Mote.

3 miles from Sutton Valence Castle

Sutton Valence Castle is the ruins of a small 12th-century Norman keep offering dramatic panoramic views over East Sussex and Kent. Visitors can explore outdoor historic remains with free entry during daylight hours, though access involves a steep path with steps. Dogs on leads are welcome and parking is available nearby on Broad Street.

3 miles from Stone House Country Estate

Stone House Country Estate offers a blend of Tudor and Georgian architecture with services for weddings and private events, featuring indoor drawing rooms and extensive gardens for an exclusive visitor experience.

Near Richborough Castle

Richborough Roman Fort in Kent is a significant archaeological site featuring massive walls of a Roman Saxon Shore fort, remains of a civilian town and military port from Roman Britain, and an amphitheatre with unique painted walls. Visitors can explore extensive outdoor ruins including ancient defensive structures and a replica wooden Roman gateway on the original invasion site.

3 miles from Pashley Manor Gardens

Pashley Manor Gardens offers 11 acres of beautifully maintained English country gardens surrounding a historic Grade I listed manor house. Visitors can enjoy seasonal displays of flowers including tulips, roses, and dahlias, art exhibitions, and a café with garden views. The site provides good wheelchair accessibility and facilities including accessible parking and toilets. Admission is free for Historic Houses members, with fees for others, especially during the annual Tulip Festival.

Near Diwali at Bateman's

8 Oct–8 Nov (another 30 days)

Celebrate Diwali at Bateman’s with displays of Indian objects, artworks and decorations, family crafts, and opportunities to browse Indian gifts and books. The event also highlights Rudyard Kipling’s connections with India.

2 miles from Object of the month

7–11 Oct, 14–18 Oct…

Visitors can discover collection items linked to the history of Smallhythe Place and Ellen Terry, including theatre props and historic pub objects from the 1800s. The items are rotated monthly and displayed inside the house.

3 miles from St Leonard's Tower

St Leonard's Tower is a ruined Norman stone keep in West Malling, Kent, dating from between 1077 and 1108, managed by English Heritage with its exterior open to the public. The tower offers a glimpse into medieval military architecture and local history.

Located in Snodland

Snodland is a historic town in Kent on the River Medway, known for its Roman links, lime and paper industries, and notable churches dating back to the 12th century, with convenient rail access and a walkable town centre.

2 miles from Merriments Gardens

Merriments Gardens is a creatively designed four-acre outdoor garden featuring sub-tropical and herbaceous borders, water features including ponds and a waterfall, and a wildlife area with bird-hide. It offers a vibrant seasonal display of plants and an organic vegetable garden providing produce for the on-site restaurant.

3 miles from Display of the Sir Philip Burne-Jones portrait of Rudyard Kipling

5 Oct–31 Dec (another 83 days)

A portrait of Rudyard Kipling by Sir Philip Burne-Jones goes on display in Kipling’s Study at Bateman’s, alongside the portrait of his wife, Caroline. The display marks the start of a three-year loan from the National Portrait Gallery.

2 miles from South Foreland Lighthouses

South Foreland Lighthouses are a pair of historic Victorian lighthouses in Kent, England, known for pioneering electric light and Marconi's radio experiments. The Upper Lighthouse is owned by the National Trust and open for public visits including museum exhibits, while the Lower Lighthouse is privately owned and not accessible.

2 miles from Coldrum Long Barrow

Coldrum Long Barrow is a Neolithic chambered long barrow ruin located near Trottiscliffe in Kent, England. It is part of the Medway Megaliths and features stone burial chambers from the Early Neolithic period. The site is open year-round without charge and hosts both archaeological interest and modern Pagan activities.