COUNTRY : DAYS OUT
Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest , Goudhurst © David-Jenner
Rare Breeds Centre , Woodchurch A fun and enjoyable day out for all the family , meet creepy crawlies , birds of prey , encounter farm and pet animals , delight in the indoor and outdoor play areas and even race the pigs ! www . rarebreeds . org . uk
Howletts Wild Animal Park , nr Canterbury Over 400 animals and 50 individual species , plus plenty of births and arrivals . Visitors have the opportunity to see real animals up close and to be part of conservation in action . www . aspinallfoundation . org / howletts
Wingham Wildlife Park , nr Canterbury See mandrills , penguins , aldabra giant tortoises and smooth-coated otters , which you cannot see in any other wildlife park in the world ! Or , take a walk on the wild side in the dinosaur exhibit . www . winghamwildlifepark . co . uk
Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest , Goudhurst Award-winning visitor attraction surrounded by 10.5 sq kilometres of forest . A beautiful setting for peaceful walks and picnics with wonderful views across the Pinetum , or enjoy events all year from summer concerts to winter light extravaganzas . www . forestryengland . uk / bedgebury
Chiddingstone Castle , Chiddingstone Fascinating historic house with breathtaking views of the North Downs , complemented by its large lawns . Perfect for picnics , fishing in the beautiful lake , or marvelling at the daffodils in the springtime . www . chiddingstonecastle . org . uk
The Hop Farm , Paddock Wood Ideal family day out with outdoor and indoor play areas , farm animals , live entertainment and regular school holiday activities . www . thehopfarm . co . uk
Lullingstone Castle , nr Dartford One of England ’ s oldest family estates , dating back to the time of Domesday . The World Garden combines plant heritage with cutting-edge horticulture containing some 8,000 unusual plants . www . lullingstonecastle . co . uk
Maison Dieu , nr Faversham Fascinating medieval building dating to 1234 . Formerly a royal lodge , hospital , and an almshouse for royal servants , it is now a museum , showcasing Roman and medieval artefacts found nearby . www . english-heritage . org . uk / visit / places / maison-dieu
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