Local Attractions
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Leeds Castle
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www.leedscastle.com
Leeds Castle, set on two islands on the River Len in the
heart of Kent, has been home to royalty, lords and ladies
for over 1000 years. Visitors are transported through 900
years of the castle’s history; an eclectic mix of period
architecture, sumptuous interiors and family treasures
waiting to be discovered.
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Kent
County Showground -
www.kentshowground.co.uk
The Kent Showground is the home of the Kent County
Agricultural Society, organisers of the Kent County Show.
The Showground also hosts a score of fantastic events
throughout the year.
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Museum of
Kent Life -
www.museum-kentlife.co.uk
At the Museum of Kent Life you can discover the rich and
vibrant history of the people who lived and worked in the
Garden of England over the past 150 years
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Golf
Courses – Leeds Castle, Bearsted, West Malling
You can choose to play in the grounds of the beautiful Leeds
Castle Golf course then move on to one of the other great
golf courses available! A great way to enjoy the beautiful
Kent countryside!
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Ballooning
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www.airborneballoons.co.uk/leeds_castle.html
Enjoy a balloon ride from The grounds of Leeds Castle - "the
loveliest castle in the world" - unquestionably offers one
of the best launch sites available to us in the county of
Kent.
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Rochester
Cathedral -
www.rochestercathedral.org/index.asp
Rochester Cathedral is England's second cathedral, having
been founded in 604AD by Bishop Justus. The glorious Norman
architecture of the nave, parts of the crypt, as well as one
of the finest Romanesque facades in England, make this an
inspirational place to visit.
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Canterbury
Cathedral -
www.canterbury-cathedral.org
The Mother Church of the Anglican Communion and seat of the
Archbishop of Canterbury. The Cathedral is both a holy place
and part of a World Heritage Site. It is the home of a
community of people who seek to make the Cathedral a place
of welcome, beauty and holiness.
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Chatham
Historic Dockyard -
www.chdt.org.uk
Costumed Guides bring this spectacular maritime heritage
site alive! Discover over 400 years of Britain's maritime
history at The Historic Dockyard Chatham as you explore the
world's most complete dockyard of the Age of Sail and meet
characters from the past. Who do YOU want to meet today?
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Combine a show
at Detling one day and event and Leeds Castle the next with
good food and beautiful country walks. Discounts are given
for long stays. |
