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
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