Penshurst Place and Gardens magnificent market town with a pretty tree-lined green and a wealth of architectural rarities to enjoy .
OPULENCE AND GRANDEUR If it ’ s a stately home you ’ re after , West Kent does not disappoint . One of Britain ’ s most impressive homes is in the heart of
Sevenoaks - the vast and enchanting National Trust property of
Knole . While you ’ re in the area , head to nearby National Trust property
Chartwell , the much-loved family home of Winston Churchill , or travel through 14th-century history at picturesque
Penshurst Place and Gardens , which boasts 48 acres of glorious grounds .
MOTHER EARTH Get back to nature and explore one of the many walking routes and forest strolls in the area . At
Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest explore one of the world ’ s best collection of conifers , head out for a walk or a mountain bike ride , or fly through the treetops on the
Go-Ape high ropes adventure trail . Head to
Mote Park and monkey around at the brand new
adventure playground , or pack a picnic and explore the 50 acres of parkland at
Cobtree Manor .