WALMER CASTLE Hop off the train at Walmer and you ’ re just over a mile from the delights of Walmer Castle . Coastal views , beautiful gardens and a Tudor castle await at this English Heritage gem , not to mention a pretty astonishing history that includes Wellington and the Queen Mother . While you ’ re here , the gardens , woodland and meadows make for a tranquil place to relax and enjoy the view . Station : Walmer
HISTORIC DOCKYARD CHATHAM MEDWAY One of our absolute favourites here in Kent , The Historic Dockyard Chatham is a 20-30-minute walk , or just an 8-minute cycle from Chatham station . Head here for a full day of history and intrigue , as your visit leads from the Age of Sail and Chatham ’ s incredible history as a Royal Navy dockyard , ship builders and ropery , to the present day with a filming catalogue that includes Bridgerton and Call the Midwife ! Station : Chatham
Ramsgate
SHEPHERD NEAME A brewery tour as a designated driver doesn ’ t have the same ring to it somehow , does it ? So we heartily recommend hopping on the train to Faversham to enjoy our next location . As Britain ’ s oldest brewer , Shepherd Neame has a lot to share on a tour , taking you through the brewing process , the beloved brands the brewery is famous for , including Spitfire and Whitstable Bay , all the way through to a tutored tasting . Station : Faversham
CANTERBURY CATHEDRAL You ’ ll no doubt have heard of Canterbury Cathedral , but did you know this city is just over an hour away by train from London ? Walk through the cobbled streets and you ’ ll soon see the cathedral spires on the city skyline . A place of pilgrimage for centuries , Canterbury
Folkestone Harbour Arm
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