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Ashford&
Great Days Out
Historic Houses and Great Estates
Discover a fascinating clock collection at Belmont and a
14th century fortified Manor House at Westenhanger
Castle. Take time to stroll around the beautiful, colourful
gardens of Godinton House and Beech Court Gardens.
Head to Biddenden Vineyard for wine and cider tastings.
Soak up theatrical history at Smallhythe Place, enjoy a
tour of nearby Chapel Down Winery and discover the
stunning bluebells and wisteria at Hole Park Gardens.
Visiting in 2012
While Ashford and Tenterden couldn’t be ‘better placed’
for visitors wishing to take advantage of all the special
events being staged during the summer of 2012, it’s
also an ideal base to discover the very ‘best of the
Garden of England’.
Set amongst beautiful ‘Darling
Buds of May’ countryside and
picturesque villages, a host of
beautiful gardens and houses,
National Trust properties,
nostalgic steam railways,
award-winning vineyards and
small unique attractions are
waiting to be discovered.
Ashford’s high-speed ‘javelin’
train service means that
central London is just 38
minutes away, while the
Olympic Park is just over half
an hour away. Benefit too,
from the area’s wealth of top quality accommodation
ranging from first-class hotels, cosy B & Bs and self-
catering in traditional oast houses to modern holiday
parks.
Ashford offers all the best of a flourishing market town,
with its rich mix of historic buildings, but yet all the
vibrancy of a modern international gateway, with
Ashford’s International Eurostar station lending a truly
continental ambience.
Tenterden, known as the ‘Jewel of the Weald’, is a typical
English country town. At its heart is the attractive high
street full of antique shops, tea rooms, inns and specialist
shops with wide tree-lined greens distancing you from the
world going by.
History and Heritage
Discover Ashford’s history at the
borough museum, see corn being
ground at Willesborough Windmill
and learn about farming methods
at Brook Agricultural Museum.
Visit Stocks Windmill, Kent’s
tallest post mill and enjoy the
views from Cranbrook’s Union
Mill. See history come alive at
Woodchurch and Tenterden
Museums and view Morgan
three-wheeled cars at Rolvenden.
Tenterden
Family Fun
Steam along in style to mediaeval Bodiam Castle with the
Kent & East Sussex Railway and then enjoy the animals
and all the fun activities at the Rare Breeds Centre.
Head out towards Appledore and the atmospheric
Romney Marsh and take a trip on the Romney, Hythe and
Dymchurch Railway – ‘the world’s smallest public railway’.
Tourist Information
For further information about the Ashford and Tenterden
area contact the Ashford Tourist Information Service:
2nd Floor, Ashford Gateway Plus, Church Road,
Ashford, Kent TN23 1AS Tel: 01233 330316
tourism@ashford.gov.uk
www.ashford.gov.uk
Shopping
Head for Ashford Town
Centre and County
Square Shopping Centre
for top high street stores
and to the Ashford
Designer Outlet for brand
names at big discounts.
Browse in the many
antique, gift and specialist
stores in Tenterden and
check out the villages for
unusual shops. In
Bethersden Stevenson
Brothers create bespoke
wooden rocking horses.
Produced and published by the Ashford and Tenterden
Tourism Association - 01233 330345.
Designed and printed by Typecast Colour - 01892 838382.
Family Fun
Stay
Heritage
Visit
Gardens
Eat
Leisure Time
Enjoy first class sporting facilities at the Julie Rose
Stadium and Stour Centre. Golf lovers are spoilt for
choice with 9 holes at London Beach and 18 at
Tenterden. Learn about nature conservation and
sustainability at the Singleton Environment Centre.
Then for some sustenance try The Compasses Inn at
Crundale, The Secret Garden at Mersham or Number 75,
Dining Room & Wine Bar at Tenterden.
www.ashfordtourism.co.uk
Self Catering
Hotels
Camping & Caravanning
Bed & Breakfast
ASHFORD – Godinton House
& Gardens
Godinton Lane,
Ashford, TN23 3BP
Tel: 01233 620908
www.godinton-house-gardens.co.uk
ASHFORD – Ashford
International AA����
Simone Weil Avenue, Ashford,
TN24 8UX
Tel: 01233 219988
www.qhotels.co.uk
ASHFORD – Downsview
Guest House ���� S ILVER A WARD
Willesborough Road,
Ashford, TN24 9QP
Tel: 01233 621391
www.ashforddownsview.co.uk
APPLEDORE, KENARDINGTON,
WOODCHURCH –
Ashby Farms Ltd �� TO ���
Place Farm, Kenardington,
Ashford, TN26 2LZ
Tel: 01233 733332
www.ashbyfarms.com
KINGSNORTH –
Broadhembury Caravan &
Camping Park �����
Steeds Lane, Kingsnorth,
Ashford, TN26 1NQ
Tel: 01233 620859
www.broadhembury.co.uk
ASHFORD – Eastwell Manor
AA ����
Eastwell Park, Boughton Lees,
Ashford, TN25 4HR
Tel: 01233 213000
www.eastwellmanor.co.uk
ELMSTED – Elmsted Court Farm
���� S ILVER AND B REAKFAST A WARDS
Elmsted, Ashford,
TN25 5JN
Tel: 01233 750269
www.elmsted-court-farm.co.uk
CRUNDALE –
Farnley Little Barn ����
Farnley, Denwood Street,
Canterbury, CT4 7EF
Tel/Fax: 01227 730510
E: farnleylittlebarn@supaworld.com
Eating Out
KINGSNORTH –
Broadhembury Caravan
& Camping Park �����
Steeds Lane, Kingsnorth,
Ashford, TN26 1NQ
Tel: 01233 620859
www.broadhembury.co.uk
ASHFORD – Holiday Inn
Ashford North ��� S ILVER A WARD
A20, Maidstone Road, Hothfield,
Ashford, TN26 1AR
Tel: 01233 713333
www.holidayinn.com
PLUCKLEY – Glebelands B & B
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Station Road, Pluckley,
Ashford, TN27 0QU
Tel: 01233 840089
www.bed-breakfast-pluckley-kent.co.uk
CRUNDALE –
The Compasses Inn
Typically English 15th century pub.
Excellent home cooked food, fine
beers & wines, oak beams & cosy
open fires. Ideal for families with
its extensive mature garden.
Occasional live music.
Tel: 01227 700300 www.compassesinn-crundale.co.uk
SHADOXHURST –
Eversleigh Woodland
Lodges ���
Hornash Lane, Shadoxhurst,
Ashford, TN26 1HX
Tel: 01233 731013
www.eversleighwoodlandlodges.co.uk
TENTERDEN – Little Silver
Country Hotel ��� S ILVER A WARD
Ashford Road, St. Michaels,
Tenterden, TN30 6SP
Tel: 01233 850321
www.little-silver.co.uk
TENTERDEN – Collina House
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5 East Hill, Tenterden,
TN30 6RL
Tel: 01580 764852
www.collinahousehotel.co.uk
MERSHAM – The Secret Garden
On the beautiful Mersham Estate.
Serving Lunch, Afternoon Tea &
Dinner all year. Converted coach
house & undercover terrace
overlooks Victorian working kitchen
garden where all our produce
is grown. Courtyard offers little
shops & cookery school.
Tel: 01233 501586 www.secretgardenkent.co.uk
TENTERDEN –
Ransley Barn Cottages ���
Ransley Barn, Ashford Road,
High Halden, Ashford,
TN26 3LL
Tel: 01233 850613
www.ransleybarncottages.co.uk
TENTERDEN – London Beach
Country Hotel,
Golf Club & Spa ���
Ashford Road, Tenterden
TN30 6HX
Tel: 01580 766279
www.londonbeach.com
TENTERDEN – The Tower House
27 Ashford Road, Tenterden,
TN30 6LL
Tel: 01580 761920
www.tower-house.biz
TENTERDEN - Number 75,
Dining Room & Wine Bar
Modern international dining experience,
selection of fabulous menus, extensive
range of wines. Enjoy intimate dinners for
two, relax with friends & family, unwind with
a drink over a light bite, sit on the terrace &
enjoy a cocktail watching the world go by.
Tel: 01580 762075 www.number75.com
TENTERDEN – The White
Cottage B & B ���
Ashford Road, St Michaels,
Tenterden, TN30 6SR
Tel: 01233 850583
www.thewhitecottagebedandbreakfast.co.uk
All of the hotels and some of the attractions also
provide excellent restaurant, bistro, tea room and café
facilities with a good selection of delicious local
‘Produced in Kent’ fare on offer –
www.producedinkent.co.uk
WYE –
Mulberry Cottages
The Granary, Bridge Street,
Wye, Ashford, TN25 5ED
Tel: 01233 813087
www.mulberrycottages.com
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Biddenden Vineyards
Kent’s oldest commercial vineyard
producing award winning wines, ciders
and juices. Open daily, free admission &
tastings with free guided tours run on
selected dates throughout the year.
Please see website for further details.
Tel: 01580 291726
www.biddendenvineyards.com
Ashford Town Centre
Shoppingly good! Colourful, historic
market town, modern gateway to
Europe. Lively, safe, accessible.
Shopping and eating out for all tastes
– Monday to Sunday.
You’re always welcome here.
Tel: 01233 664410
www.ashford.towntalk.co.uk
Ashford Borough
Museum
Find out more about the history of
Ashford. Annual featured exhibitions.
Open Monday – Saturday 10am – 1pm,
April to end October. Special openings
can be arranged. Free admission.
Tel: 01233 631511
www.ashfordmuseum.co.uk
Belmont
Charming 18th century house set in
delightful grounds.
Belmont contains beautiful furniture,
a wonderful collection of clocks
and watches and a fine collection
of paintings.
Tel: 01795 890202
www.belmont-house.org
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Union Windmill,
Cranbrook
Get blown away by the tallest Smock Mill
in Britain. Six floors, great views, activities
for children. Open 2.30pm – 5pm
Saturdays and Bank Holidays April to
September; Sundays and Wednesdays in
Summer school holiday period.
Tel: 01580 712984
www.unionmill.org.uk
County Square
Shopping Centre
We’ve got more than just fashion in
store at Country Square. With fifty -
eight shops, you’ll discover a whole
world of shopping – fashion, cameras,
jewellery, shoes, toys, homeware,
books, coffee shops and much more,
all under one roof!
Tel: 01233 634001
www.countysquareshoppingcentre.com
Singleton
Environment Centre
Enjoy a walk, learn about the
environment or relax with a coffee or
meal. Open seven days a week.
Rooms available for hire for meetings,
training and functions. Ashford’s truly
unique and sustainable venue.
Tel: 01233 666519
www.btcv.org/singleton
Beech Court Gardens
Unique 10 acre garden for all seasons.
Spring heralds a fine show of
rhododendrons, azaleas & viburnums
which give way to climbing roses in
June and an impressive collection of
blue and red hydrangeas in summer.
Cosy oast house tea rooms.
Tel: 01233 740735
www.beechcourtgardens.co.uk
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Kent & East Sussex
Railway
Relax & enjoy 10 ½ miles of beautiful
countryside in vintage steam & historic
diesel trains. Enjoy cream teas &
ploughman’s lunches on board.
Museum, gift shop, licensed restaurant
& regular events. Col. Stephens’
Museum - his life & light railways.
Tel: 01580 765155
www.kesr.org.uk
Ashford
Designer Outlet
Europe’s most spectacular shopping
destination offering over 70 high street
and designer brands with discounts of
up to 60% off recommended retail
prices. Food court, children’s play area
and ample parking.
Tel: 01233 895940
www.ashforddesigneroutlet.com
Godinton House
& Gardens
Delightful Jacobean house. Wonderful
carving, furniture, porcelain and contrasting
decoration reflect a fascinating history.
Set in 12 acres of beautiful gardens
and surrounded by tranquil parkland.
Homemade teas. Plant sales.
Tel: 01233 643854
www.godinton-house-gardens.co.uk
Willesborough Windmill
Built 1869. Victorian kitchen, parlour,
garden. Barn with shop, refreshments.
Heritage display. Open weekend
afternoons April to end Sept plus
Weds July & Aug. Guided tours £3
(concessions). Children welcome.
Tel: 01233 661866
www.willesboroughwindmill.co.uk
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London Beach
Golf Course
Complete range of golfing facilities
within beautiful parkland landscape.
Golf course, pitch and putt, mini golf,
driving range. Restaurant open to
public. Open to all ages and abilities.
Tel: 01580 766279
www.londonbeach.com
The Julie Rose Stadium
International athletics stadium,
28 station air-conditioned gym,
children’s parties, weddings,
conference and meeting facilities.
Tel: 01233 613131
www.ashfordleisuretrust.co.uk
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Faversham
A251
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Throwley
To
Canterbury
Charing
B2077
A252
To
Maidstone
Chilham
A252
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Westwell
Challock
Egerton
M20
A28
A251
C.M. Booth Collection
of Historic Vehicles
Private collection specialising in
Morgan cars, 11 on display.
1904 Humber, 1929 Ford, 1929 Morris
Van, 1936 Bampton caravan, cycles,
motorcycles and motoring memorabilia.
Tel: 01580 241234
www.morganmuseum.org.uk
The Stour Centre
State of the art new leisure facility.
Leisure pool, two flumes, raging river,
interactive water features, teaching
and 25m main pool, café.
88-station Contours Health Club-
jacuzzi, sauna & steam room.
Tel: 01233 663503
www.ashfordleisuretrust.co.uk
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Crundale
Pluckley
Boughton Aluph
A274
A20
Cranbrook
A 2 62
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Biddenden
To
Tunbridge
Wells
J9
Wye
Great
Chart
Bethersden
Elmsted
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A262
10 9 11
14 25
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High Halden
26
A28
Hastingleigh
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J10
Brook
A28
4
St Michaels
Kingsnorth
ASHFORD
TENTERDEN
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A28
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Shadoxhurst
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Rolvenden
Hole Park
A less well known, but highly
praised delightful private
garden extending over 15 acres
within parkland. Formal, walled,
meadow and woodland gardens with
a friendly family atmosphere.
Tel: 01580 241344
www.holepark.com
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A2070
6
B2067
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A20
Woodchurch
Bonnington
Bilsington
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Smallhythe
Kenardington
Supported by
Hamstreet
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M20
To Rye &
Hast i ngs
J11
B2067
B2080
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Appledore
Lympne
Wittersham
B2082
To
Folkestone
& Dover
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Hythe
Stocks Windmill
Kent's tallest post mill, built 1781. One
mile from Wittersham. Local artefacts
and history. Open by volunteers Easter
Sunday/Monday, then Sundays/ Bank
Holiday Mondays May to end of
September afternoons.
Tel: 01797 270295
www.kent.gov.uk/windmills
Tenterden –
‘The Jewel in the Weald’
Tenterden’s charming High Street and
adjacent passageways boast an
extensive range of independent shops
allowing visitors to experience
shopping as it used to be. Ideal place
for interesting gifts, crafts, books,
clothes & antiques.
Tel: 01233 330316
www.tenterdentown.co.uk
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The Chapel Down
Winery
Discover our award winning wines,
enjoy the restaurant, herb garden and
vineyard walks. Take a guided tour
(seasonal), taste and learn how we grow
vines and make wines. Entrance free.
Tel: 01580 766111
www.chapeldown.com
Agricultural Museum,
Brook
Superb Grade 1 mediaeval barn with
wagons, reapers, ploughs and almost
everything from the horse drawn age.
Grade 2, largely intact oast house with
hop equipment and many other items.
Tel: 01304 824969
www.agriculturalmuseumbrook.org.uk
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Smallhythe Place
Early 16th century half-timbered house
once belonging to Victorian actress
Ellen Terry & containing her fascinating
theatre collection inc. the newly
restored & celebrated Beetle Wing
Dress display. Beautiful cottage
grounds featuring the Barn Theatre
and café. Regular events.
Tel: 01580 762334
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Tenterden and District
Museum
In a quiet location just off Tenterden
High Street. The 19th century
weatherboard building was a coach
house and stables. Exhibits show the
history of Tenterden and the
Cinque Ports.
Tel: 01580 764310
www.tenterdenmuseum.i12.com
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Tenterden Golf Club
(est. 1905)
Renowned throughout the southeast
as a friendly golf club. An ideal venue
for company events, society visits or
for individual players simply wishing to
sample the delights of the beautiful
Kentish countryside.
Tel: 01580 763987
www.tenterdengolfclub.co.uk
Rare Breeds Centre
Fun, excitement & adventure at our
friendly farm. Animals, falconry, indoor
soft play area, woodland assault
courses, seasonal butterfly tunnel,
discovery garden. Seasonal pig racing,
trailer rides, restaurant, paddling pool,
walk through aviary and lots more.
Tel: 01233 861493
www.rarebreeds.org.uk
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Kent & East Sussex
Railway
TENTERDEN • NORTHIAM • BODIAM
VISIT ENGLAND’S PREMIER WINE PRODUCER
Stevenson Brothers
Stevenson Brothers, established in
1982, create bespoke wooden rocking
horses to suit all ages, making them a
much sought after family heirloom.
Restorations of old and antique horses
also undertaken.
Tel: 01233 820363
www.stevensonbros.com
Westenhanger Castle
14th century fortified Manor House.
1000 years of history of occupation on
site, Medieval Barns, reconstruction
of Tudor kitchens, and replica
of c1600 ship Discovery.
Open Tuesdays only from mid April
to mid Oct. 10am to 5pm.
Tel: 07984 132962
www.kentcastle.co.uk
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Our Wine and Fine Food Store is stocked with a fine selection of
local and regional food to compliment our fantastic wines.
The restaurant, Richard Phillips at Chapel Down promises a truly
inspiring dining experience and the very finest cuisine.
Woodchurch Village
Life Museum
Exciting new museum telling the story of
Woodchurch, from the Stone Age to
today. Open 10am – 4pm Easter to end
of Sept on Fri, Sat, Sun & Bank Hols and
weekends in winter. Please phone or
check website for opening times.
Tel: 01233 860240
www.woodchurchmuseum.com
Romney, Hythe &
Dymchurch Railway
Kent’s favourite tourist railway running
between Hythe and Dungeness via
Dymchurch and New Romney. Plus
model railway exhibition, cafés, gift shops,
picnic areas, playground and lots more!
Tel: 01797 362353
www.rhdr.org.uk
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Guided tours of the vineyard and winery run April to October.
England’s finest rural light railway
Group Tours are welcome by prior arrangement.
The picturesque line weaves between Tenterden
and Bodiam for 10½ miles. Experience travel and
service from a bygone age aboard beautifully
restored coaches and locomotives dating from
Victorian times.
Explore the vineyards and herb garden or enjoy a sample
of our award winning wines.
THE CHAPEL DOWN WINERY, TENTERDEN VINEYARD
Smallhythe, Tenterden, Kent TN30 7NG
Tel: 01580 766111
retail@chapeldown.com
www.chapeldown.com
Telephone 01580 765155 , visit kesr.org.uk
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