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Leeds Castle
This one really needs no introduction , but with a 900 year history ranging from Tudors , to the twenties , The ‘ Loveliest Castle in the World ’ certainly earns a place on our historical list . Until the end of September , the castle will be showcasing the intriguing tale of The Field of the Cloth of Gold , a tournament held over 500 years ago between Henry VIII ( yes , he ' s got quite the connection with Kent ) and King Francis I of France . Building the bonds of friendship , the pair met in a field in Calais , surrounded by grandeur and within a gold pavilion . Uncover the truth behind the meeting , the politics , the extravagance and the role Leeds Castle played .
www . leeds-castle . com
The Frontline of England
LEEDS CASTLE
Kent is known as the frontline of England , so it ' s no surprise that our county has some intriguing First and Second World War heritage . For an in-depth look into the county ' s wartime history , Frontline Kent ' s 10 day plan is the perfect place to start , taking in fortresses , military and maritime history . For a hands-on insight into The Battle of Britain , the Battle of Britain Memorial is a must . Not only does the memorial honour the Few who fought so bravely in the skies over Kent , but the Scramble Experience gives an eye-opening look into what they faced during the autumn of 1940 . From the RAF to the Corps of Royal Engineers , the Royal Engineers Museum tells the story of how these brave men have helped the British Army live , move and fight for 300 years . While visiting , keep an eye out for 25 Victoria Crosses , Wellington ' s map of Waterloo , a piece of the Berlin Wall and even a Harrier Jump Jet ! Whilst the Shorncliffe Trust is set to present the area ' s unique military history as the birthplace of the modern British Army , from the Napoleonic War to the Second World War , with a brand new heritage centre .
www . battleofbritainmemorial . org www . re-museum . co . uk shorncliffe-trust . org . uk
BATTLE OF BRITAIN MEMORIAL
Environmental Discovery
Set in a tranquil 15 hectares of the Ashford Community Woodland , the Singleton Environment Centre is designed and managed by the local community , with stunning views and thriving wildlife . Built and operated with reduced effects on the environment , exploring sustainability is at the heart of everything it does . Open 7 days a week , visitors can follow self-guided trails , hire a scavenger sack , join an exploring wildlife session , and join in with the allotment .
www . singletonenvironmentcentre . org . uk
England ' s Creative Coast ’ s Geocaching Adventure
What is a Geo-Tour we hear you ask ? Find out by heading to the stunning Kent coastline where you ’ ll find hidden beach-themed stories and reward treasures in different locations hidden in and around our outdoor artworks , galleries , and seaside towns . Simply download the app , and off you go ! This nifty tool allows you to have fun exploring as a family , while the kids get to learn more about our great UK coastline .
SINGLETON ENVIRONMENT CENTRE www . englandscreativecoast . com / see-and-do / englands-creative-coast-art-geotour
In partnership with Kent Staycation and Visit Kent .
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