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.
The Granary is a cosy and homely accommodation set in a rural village setting in Kent, offering a peaceful private retreat with countryside walks and close village amenities.
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.
The Stable is a renovated Grade II listed red brick building set in extensive parkland with mature trees and grazing sheep, providing a peaceful and characterful countryside retreat near Canterbury with convenient access to local walks and historic sites.
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.
A semi-detached house located in a quiet area of the historic town of Faversham, near the beach, featuring a cosy interior with woodburners and a garden with patio.
Maison Dieu is a historic timber framed building in Kent, England, commissioned in 1234 by King Henry III. It served as a hospital, monastery, hostel, and royal lodge and now functions as a museum displaying Roman artefacts. The venue is managed by English Heritage and open to visitors primarily on weekends and Bank Holidays from Good Friday to October.
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.
Faversham is a historic market town in Kent with rich Roman heritage, medieval landmarks, a vibrant market, notable brewing history, and scenic riverside setting.
Lords View is a single-storey property set in the village of Ruckinge near Ashford, within a rural working farm environment, offering a peaceful and homely atmosphere with easy access to countryside walks and family attractions.
A high-end, stylish three-bedroom holiday home in central Ashford featuring generous living space, a private enclosed garden with patio, and a peaceful atmosphere, suitable for families and tourists seeking a comfortable home-from-home experience.
Brittons Hill Cottage is a historic thatched cottage dating back over 350 years, located in rural Kent countryside near Kent coastal towns and Rye, offering a peaceful and homely private retreat with outdoor space, a private hot tub, parking and Wi-Fi. The cottage is suitable for families and celebrations with character and charm in a countryside setting.
A lovely large house near the beach in Whitstable with an enclosed Mediterranean-style garden, suitable for multi-generational family gatherings and located in a quiet area with local amenities within short driving distance.
This single-storey annexe in the village of Kingston offers a peaceful and cosy retreat for up to two guests with countryside surroundings and a shared enclosed garden, adjacent to the owner's home.
Sound of the Sea is a two-bedroom holiday apartment on the third floor in Ramsgate, close to the coast and local attractions, offering a bright open-plan living space with sea views, balcony, and modern amenities suitable for families and groups.
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.
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.
A four-bedroom refurbished house offering accommodation for eight guests with scenic views across Whitstable and Tankerton, providing a family-friendly seaside holiday setting close to the beach and harbour village.
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.
Hornbrook Dairy is a two-bedroom holiday let located in tranquil countryside surrounded by Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering a peaceful and sustainable retreat suitable for nature lovers and families, with ground-floor living and accessibility features.
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.
A secluded one-bedroom cottage on the owner's land surrounded by countryside, located a short drive from Canterbury city, offering a rustic and romantic retreat with countryside views.
Seaview is a spacious four-floor coastal house in Hythe with sea views, high ceilings, and an enclosed garden, suitable for families and groups seeking a peaceful retreat near the beach and local amenities.
The Telephone Exchange is a contemporary first-floor apartment near the beach in Whitstable, featuring high ceilings, open-plan living space, two ensuite bedrooms, private parking, and sea views.
Pines Cottage is a detached historic property located in picturesque gardens at St Margaret's Bay, Dover, offering sea views and access to coastal walks, suitable for up to 8 guests in 4 ensuite bedrooms all on the ground floor.
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.
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.
A countryside barn conversion in the Kentish village of Brabourne offering spacious accommodation for up to 10 guests with garden views, a lawned garden with patio, and peaceful rural surroundings near local pubs and walks.
The Joiner's Rest offers a peaceful and stylish countryside retreat in Kent with a modern design and shared landscaped gardens, suitable for families or groups seeking a laid-back holiday close to nature and local gastro pubs.
A detached log cabin set in a rural location near the village of Minster, offering a peaceful and romantic retreat for two guests with a private hot tub and enclosed garden.
This spacious Grade II listed 16th-century family house near Margate offers a historic and private retreat setting with extensive grounds and coastal proximity.
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.
Nursery Mews is a modern high-end house located very close to Tankerton Slopes beach and local amenities, with a family-friendly atmosphere and a private west-facing garden.
Sunny House by the Sea is a character-filled cottage near a sandy beach in a seaside town, offering a quaint and charming stay with wooden beams and brick fireplaces in a quiet coastal setting.
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.
A beautiful semi-detached flint cottage in the countryside with two bedrooms, original beams, and underfloor heating, located near a medieval market town and local pub.
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.
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.
A luxurious 15th-century rural house with stylish rustic interiors, extensive grounds, and family-friendly features including a hot tub, bar, and children's play area, ideal for celebrations and groups.
Manor Lodge is a high-end two-bedroom coastal holiday home in Birchington-on-Sea, offering a private garden with a hot tub and stylish interiors suited to families and groups seeking a peaceful seaside retreat with nearby local amenities and coastal attractions.
A charming 1-bedroom coastal hideaway built in 2022 with ground-floor access, bright open plan living space, and a front garden with patio close to the beach.
This is a self-contained, cosy one-bedroom ground floor cottage near Herne Bay beach and town, featuring a peaceful and stylish setting with private outdoor patio and garden.
A charming barn conversion set in peaceful countryside with scenic views and abundant wildlife, offering a cosy and homely family-friendly retreat with outdoor space and private swim spa.
This holiday property near Westgate features spacious accommodation for 12 guests across five bedrooms, with direct access to a patio and balcony offering scenic sea views, an enclosed garden, and private parking on site.
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.
These barn-style cottages at Hoad Farm in Kent provide a peaceful farmland setting ideal for families and pets, with shared outdoor spaces including a garden and courtyard.
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.
This offering is a cosy barn conversion set on a private estate in Sandwich Bay, Kent, with a peaceful rural setting close to countryside and the beach, ideal for family and group holidays.
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.
Damson Cottage is a spacious and stylish barn conversion set in the peaceful Kent countryside with scenic walks and woodland surroundings, ideal for families and groups seeking a rural retreat.
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.
Grove Cottage is a self-contained ground floor holiday cottage set on a quiet farm in rural Kent, offering scenic countryside views and a peaceful country retreat atmosphere with private outdoor space and on-site parking.
A Grade II listed detached cottage situated on a 21-acre farm in a rural setting close to Canterbury, offering ground floor facilities with wheelchair access, a garden with sitting-out area, and accommodation for six guests.
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.
Jemmett Lodge is a peaceful countryside holiday retreat on a working farm, offering cosy and spacious accommodation on the ground floor with picturesque views and a large garden, ideal for couples and small families exploring rural Kent.
Ashford Designer Outlet is a large indoor shopping centre in Ashford, Kent featuring over 120 designer brands, a notable green wall, and a dedicated children's playground. It provides a modern shopping experience with extensive retail and dining options.
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.
The Studio is a stylishly converted one-bedroom barn set in a peaceful and scenic rural location near Rye, featuring a light-filled open-plan living space and a private patio overlooking a pond and countryside, ideal for nature lovers and quiet retreats.
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.
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.
The Coast House at St Mary’s Bay is a detached ground floor property located a minute's walk from the beach, featuring tasteful interiors, a large garden with outdoor dining and wood-fired pizza oven, and is suitable for families and groups seeking a coastal retreat.