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Town: Days Out Rochester Castle Attractions Continued Rochester Castle, Rochester Spa Valley Railway, Tunbridge Wells Kent Life, Maidstone Riverhill Himalayan Gardens, Sevenoaks The Historic Dockyard Chatham, Chatham Chislehurst Caves, Chislehurst Historic castle featuring a Norman tower, stood on the bank of the River Medway. This English Heritage property offers a year-round calendar of events. www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/ rochester-castle/ Picturesque railway journey through stunning Kent and Sussex countryside on steam and heritage diesel trains that run from Tunbridge Wells to High Rocks, Groombridge and Eridge. www.spavalleyrailway.co.uk Get hands-on with the animals, explore historic buildings, play in the playground and soft play area and enjoy extra activities such as pottery painting and tractor rides at this real working farm. www.kentlife.org.uk The most imaginative garden to visit in Kent. Discover world-class British sculpture, build dens, explore secret pathways, enjoy incredible views and perhaps even spot the elusive Yeti! www.riverhillgardens.co.uk Stunning maritime museum featuring the world’s most complete example of an historic dockyard from the age of sail; explore historic buildings, Royal Navy warships and ship-building heritage through interactive educational exhibits and tours. www.thedockyard.co.uk Experience miles of mystery and history beneath your feet, explore over 20 miles of dark passageways, that were used as a shelter during WW2, as well as the Caves Church, Druid Altar and Haunted Pool. www.chislehurst-caves.co.uk Downe House, Downe Fort Amherst, Chatham The family home of of world-renowned scientist Charles Darwin, stand in the study where Darwin wrote On the Origin of Species and stroll through the gardens that inspired him. www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/home- of-charles-darwin-down-house/ Explore over 300 years of military history, 20 acres of beautiful parkland and a network of underground passageways, whilst listening to tales of the mysterious and sinister happenings at the Fort. www.fortamherst.com 27