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48 Hours in THE WEALD
TAYWELL FARM SHOP
AFTERNOON After such an indulgent meal the last thing you ’ ll want to do is anything strenuous , so there will be no hiking or intense activity this afternoon ! The best way to spend a lazy afternoon in the Weald is to check out one of Kent ’ s many incredible farm shops , and Taywell Farm Shop ( taywellfarm . co . uk ) is one of the best around . Picturesque , beautiful and chock-full of so many Kentish treats , you ’ ll be totally spoiled for choice for fun presents for friends and family , and some supplies for yourself ! Wander round the light , airy , shop and admire the green hops hanging lazily from the ceiling , be sure to grab a wicker basket and fill it with some Kentmade chutneys and cheese , chocolates and biscuits , fresh bread and some incredible wine because here local is king .
Speaking of wine , if you ’ ve got a hankering for a little tipple , head over to the most acclaimed vineyard in the Weald , Chapel Down ( www . chapeldown . com ). The multi-award winning vineyard is situated at the heart of our little Kentish garden and surrounded by countryside . Wander through the blossoming grapes and breathe in the refreshing air of the countryside , as you learn all about the process of creating an incredible wine . Once the nip in the air has got your cheeks rosy , it ' s time to head inside for some wine tasting . Try Chapel Down ’ s sparkling and still award-winning wine while learning from the experts how to really appreciate the delicious flavour as it meets your tingling taste buds .
CHAPEL DOWN
THE THREE CHIMNEYS
DINNER To end your first day make your way to Biddenden and enjoy the charming , home away from home feel of The Three Chimneys ( thethreechimneys . co . uk ), a cottage style country pub where character and incredible food are both served up on the menu daily . Enjoy the romance of a secluded candle-lit dinner until the very last flicker of flame , while sitting under hop covered beams indulging in some locally-sourced , decadent dishes . Pick from some incredible offerings including ; baked field mushroom , with caramelised onions and grilled goats cheese , or crab , prawn and avocado cocktail for starters ; and pan seared salmon with garlic Tenterden potatoes , or an incredible 30-day ribeye steak with all the trimmings for mains . Finish the day fully satisfied with a few delectable glasses of local wine – the only way to finish off the first day of your perfect countryside getaway .
Day 2
HOLE PARK GARDENS
MORNING Start a delightful second day with a trip to Hole Park Gardens ( www . holepark . com ) in Cranbrook , the gardens are simply the epitome of beauty . In the spring the bluebell meadows and baby pink blossoms bloom from every direction , while in chillier weather the frozen ground will crunch below your feet as the dappled winter sunlight shines through the trees as you walk through this literal winter wonderland . The views on your morning walk will truly take your breath away , and it is the perfect location for a spur-ofthe-moment romantic photo-shoot . The flowers will put you in a perfect mood for the day ahead .
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