Adventure Island (amusement park)

Adventure Island is a themed amusement park in Southend-on-Sea, England, featuring 36 rides including 5 roller coasters, indoor softplay and arcades, and extensive outdoor thrill and family attractions beside the longest pleasure pier in the world. It offers year-round indoor entertainment and seasonal outdoor rides and events, suitable for all ages.

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The Cottage at Harple Farm

The Cottage at Harple Farm is a charming countryside retreat nestled in the Kent countryside, surrounded by idyllic views of fields, woodland, and friendly farm animals, offering a peaceful and scenic setting for families or groups.

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.

Linley Farm Cottages - Pear Tree Cottage

A ground-floor holiday cottage set within 3 acres of grounds in Essex offering wheelchair access, private parking, shared laundry facilities, and a patio with garden furniture, surrounded by countryside and near coastal paths.

Linley Farm Cottages - Apple Tree Cottage

This accommodation is a ground-floor holiday cottage set within 3 acres of countryside grounds, offering scenic views and abundant wildlife, with a focus on walkers and nature lovers.

West Mersea Park

This lodge-style accommodation is set on West Mersea Holiday Park near the beach featuring a ground-floor open plan living space with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, offering a relaxed coastal stay with nearby on-site amenities including a café, bar, and shops.

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.

2 miles from Ray Island

Ray Island is a 40.5-hectare nature reserve in Essex featuring saltmarsh, rough grassland, and a shingle foreshore, known for its wildlife and multiple environmental designations. Visitors access the island by boat, exploring its unique natural habitats and birdlife in an outdoor setting.

Located in West Mersea

West Mersea is a historic seaside town on Mersea Island in Essex with Roman roots, a lively maritime heritage, and a range of local cultural and leisure amenities including sailing, regattas, and a museum.

2 miles from Northey Island

Northey Island is a remote coastal island in the Blackwater Estuary, Essex, accessible only by a tidal causeway at low tide. It is known for its historical significance as the oldest recorded battlefield in Britain and as a peaceful wildlife haven with saltmarsh habitat and a waymarked walking trail. Visitors should check tide times before visiting due to causeway accessibility restrictions.

3 miles from Adventure Island (amusement park)

Adventure Island is a themed amusement park in Southend-on-Sea, England, featuring 36 rides including 5 roller coasters, indoor softplay and arcades, and extensive outdoor thrill and family attractions beside the longest pleasure pier in the world. It offers year-round indoor entertainment and seasonal outdoor rides and events, suitable for all ages.

Shingle Cottage

This terraced holiday cottage near the beach and town centre offers a cosy and homely environment suitable for families and pet owners, featuring an enclosed garden and terrace, and located close to coastal and countryside walking paths.

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.

Linley Farm Cottages - Willow Tree Cottage

Willow Tree Cottage is a ground-floor family cottage in a rural Essex park, surrounded by countryside and wildlife with privacy and wheelchair access.

North Farm Lodge

A ground floor detached coastal property with open plan living, two bedrooms, and a private garden, located on Britain’s most easterly inhabited island providing peaceful, scenic surroundings with opportunities for walking, bird watching, and enjoying local seafood.

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.

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.

Ashcroft Retreats - Minster

This Hathaway three-bedroom caravan located at Ashcroft Coast Holiday Park in Minster on Sea on the Isle of Sheppey offers a spacious and traditional setting suitable for families or groups in a peaceful coastal location with access to local beaches and countryside walks.

West Beach House Annexe

West Beach Annex is a high-end coastal annex located on the ground floor in the village of Seasalter near Whitstable, providing a peaceful and romantic retreat with a homely feel and scenic seaside surroundings.

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 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.

The Boat House at Tides Reach

The Boat House is a recently built property set near the beach on Mersea Island offering accommodation for up to four guests with two bedrooms and two bathrooms in a peaceful seaside setting.

2 miles from Ray Island

Ray Island is a protected wildlife haven in Essex known for its rare saltmarsh plants and breeding water birds, with no public footpaths or visitor access on foot to preserve the natural habitat.

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.

2 miles from Northey Island

Northey Island is a tidal island in Essex's Blackwater Estuary, accessible by causeway at low tide. It is a nature-rich site managed by the National Trust and known for its historical significance in the Battle of Maldon.

Located in Maldon

Maldon is a historic market town in Essex known for its maritime heritage, annual festivals, and scenic riverside location on the Blackwater Estuary.

Decoy Farm Holiday Cottages - The Cart Shed

This accommodation is a terraced holiday cottage set on an owner's working fruit farm near the Northward Hill RSPB Nature Reserve, offering a quiet rural setting with wildlife viewing opportunities and views across farmland adjacent to a heronry.

3 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.

The Orchards Holiday Village

Orchards Holiday Village is located on the tip of Point Clear near Clacton-on-Sea, offering beach access, pools, fishing lakes, and various family-oriented activities in a seaside setting with nearby town exploration.

Why Not

"Why Not" is a 2-bedroom holiday let located along the historic Pilgrims’ Way walk near Canterbury City Centre, offering a peaceful and stylish countryside retreat with a private garden and on-site parking.

Near 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.

Heron Barn

A cosy, romantic barn dating back to 1761 with a ground floor open plan living space and country views, set in the village of Hollingbourne near a friendly pub and featuring a shared outdoor heated swimming pool open in summer.

Linley Farm Cottages - Orchard Cottage

A wheelchair accessible ground-floor cottage set within rural Essex surrounded by peaceful countryside and wildlife, offering a homely atmosphere with private outdoor space and parking onsite, suitable for families and pets with good nearby walking and nature immersion possibilities.

Linley Farm Cottages - Dairy Cottage

This ground-floor cottage is set within 3 acres of grounds with wildlife and rolling countryside views, offering a tranquil rural retreat with easy wheelchair access and private parking for 2-3 cars.

Oakwell Lodge

Oakwell Lodge is a detached lodge in Gillingham, Kent, situated close to the coast and surrounded by a historic town and countryside setting, offering a peaceful and homely atmosphere for guests.

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.

Near Hylands Estate

Hylands Estate is a large Grade II* public park featuring a Neo-Classical house, formal gardens, ancient woodlands, and an accessible children's playground. Visitors can enjoy indoor and outdoor activities including house tours, art workshops, adventure courses, and seasonal events, with food and drink available on site.

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.

Firwood Court - Elm

This is a cosy two-guest cottage located in a small village near Herne, set on a working farm with open plan living, a private garden, and easy access to countryside and local amenities including a pub, shop, and beach nearby.

Oakdene Retreats - Sea Beet

Sea Beat is a new build, stylish two-bedroom holiday home located in Whitstable close to the beach and High Street, offering a peaceful and romantic self-contained retreat with outdoor garden space and convenient access to local attractions.

Steeple Bay

Steeple Bay is a family-friendly leisure park located on the Blackwater Estuary in the South East of England, offering waterside views and a variety of activities including fishing, children's clubs, and outdoor heated pools.

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.

Linley Farm Cottages - Meadow View Cottage

A ground-floor bungalow cottage set within 3 acres of grounds near a lake, offering wheelchair access, private parking, and peaceful countryside views with opportunities for fishing, boating, and walking.

2 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.

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.

2 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 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 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 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.

3 miles from Danbury Common

Danbury Common is a large biological Site of Special Scientific Interest in Essex featuring heathland, woodland, ponds, and uncommon species, with areas managed by the National Trust and Essex Wildlife Trust.

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 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.

Ashcroft Retreats - The Rochester

This Minstrel Willowby 3-bedroom caravan at Ashcroft Coast Holiday Park in Minster on Sea offers a spacious and comfortable coastal retreat suitable for families, couples, or small groups, set in a peaceful seaside location on the Isle of Sheppey.

3 miles from Danbury Commons and Blakes Wood

Danbury Commons and Blakes Wood is a large natural reserve featuring ancient woodland, heathland, and historical military sites. Visitors can enjoy diverse wildlife, scenic walking trails, and explore the rich heritage of this Essex ridge-top location.