WEST KENT : DAYS OUT
SEVENOAKS , WESTERHAM , SWANLEY & EDENBRIDGE
Bligh ’ s Meadow , Sevenoaks Popular outdoor shopping centre in the heart of Sevenoaks . Home to over 30 shops , a selection of cafés and restaurants , and a weekly market . blighsmeadow . com
Bore Place , Edenbridge A 500-acre regeneratively managed historic estate with a positive focus on organic farming and supporting people to live fulfilling and sustainable lives . Offering educational programmes , retreat accommodation , walking trails and a programme of events for all ages . boreplace . org
Castle Farm , Sevenoaks Award-winning farm and shop that proudly produces a wide array of Kentish goods all year round . Be sure to visit in the warmer months to see the captivating lavender fields before they are harvested for oils . castlefarmkent . co . uk
Chartwell , Westerham A country house estate and much-loved former residence of Sir Winston Churchill . Now part of the National Trust collection , take in the treasured house , stroll around the gardens and lake , or stop for a cream tea at the Landemare Café . nationaltrust . org . uk
Chiddingstone Castle , Chiddingstone Fascinating historic house with breathtaking views of the North Downs complemented by large lawns . Book in for a splendid afternoon tea , go fishing in the beautiful lake , or view the array of ancient artefacts that call this house home . chiddingstonecastle . org . uk
Emmetts Garden , Sevenoaks Edwardian hillside garden with a breathtaking array of seasonal plants , shrubs and blooms . Little ones can enjoy Emmetts ’ wild play area and adults can retreat to the Old Stables Tearoom for refreshments . nationaltrust . org . uk
Escape Rooms , Donnington Manor , Sevenoaks Gather your team , harness your problem-solving skills and enter one of the esteemed escape rooms at Donnington Manor Hotel . Choose from frightful experiences or mythical adventures ; your challenge awaits . donningtonmanorhotel . co . uk
Hemsley Conservation , Sevenoaks A burgeoning zoo and wildlife centre that offers families the chance to see some of the world ’ s most endangered and under-represented species . Enjoy meeting knowledgeable staff who passionately aim to educate others on all kinds of animals , their habitats and the natural world . hemsleyconservationcentre . com
Hever Castle , Hever , nr Edenbridge Romantic , double-moated 13th-century castle . The childhood home of Anne Boleyn , it houses historic 16thcentury portraits , paintings , furniture , tapestries and many treasures set amongst magnificent gardens which feature a splashing water maze . hevercastle . co . uk
Ightham Mote , Ivy Hatch , nr Sevenoaks Picture-perfect 14th-century timber-framed manor house on its own little island surrounded by water . Take in the lakes , ancient bluebell woodland and the scented garden as well as the house which dates back nearly 700 years . nationaltrust . org . uk
Knole , Sevenoaks A 600-year-old estate within Kent ’ s last medieval deer park with grand courtyards and an atmospheric Gatehouse Tower . Stroll throughout rolling parkland before viewing artworks and 17th-century tapestries within the estate showrooms nationaltrust . org . uk
London Golf Club , Sevenoaks European Tour destination offering two sensational Championship Courses , providing challenging , enjoyable and memorable golf , all in an idyllic setting . londongolf . co . uk
Quebec House , Westerham 18th-century townhouse and childhood home of General James Wolfe and his family ; explore Quebec ’ s enchanting exhibitions and revived herb and kitchen garden . nationaltrust . org . uk
TONBRIDGE , WEST MALLING & AYLESFORD
Carroty Wood , Tonbridge An activity centre enclosed in 58 acres of woodland with plenty of wildlife for groups and families to explore . Equipped with a range of accommodation , over 20 instructed activities and a heated indoor swimming pool . rockuk . org / centres / carroty-wood
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