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Once a hunting ground for royalty, King’s Wood is now a designated area of outstanding natural beauty and remains home to a herd of fallow deer.

There are some hills and uneven terrain in this walk, so make sure you bring sturdy shoes. This is a walk with ... (click the button below to read more)

Set in 20 acres of partially wooded and landscaped grounds, West Kent Shooting School offers a comprehensive English Sporting layout with over 100 different combinations of targets, including a 100ft Raywing High Tower.

The range is carefully laid out to p... (click the button below to read more)

Whitstable’s West Beach is a long stretch of shingle divided up by wooden groynes. It runs from just south of the town’s harbour to neighbouring Seasalter, a distance of around a mile.

Despite the lack of sand Whitstable is still a fantastic spot. It repre... (click the button below to read more)

Voted one of the top 10 woods for bluebells by the Woodland Trust, Hucking Estate is best enjoyed in spring as the magical carpet of flowers extends between the trees.

You and your dog can enjoy a beautiful circular stroll through the picturesque woodland ... (click the button below to read more)

Built in the 1500s during the reign of Henry VIII, the Bell in Smarden is a popular dining destination on the outskirts of the historic village of Smarden, promising food and drink fit for a King - with freshly prepared dishes served up alongside local ales a... (click the button below to read more)

Mote Park is one of the most popular parks in the county. With plenty of opportunity to dive off the beaten track and follow one of the winding paths and trails through the trees, the park bursts to life in Autumn.

Betteshanger Country Park offers a wide range of activites for adults and children alike. Some activities run every day such as our cycling and walking trails whereas others need to be booked in advance. We can also offer a wide range of events from birthday ... (click the button below to read more)

One of the most renowned country house spa hotels in Kent, Brandshatch Place Hotel & Spa, is a beautiful rural retreat nestled within 12 acres of glorious parkland and gardens. Providing a boutique home-away-from-home, the property’s convenient location to th... (click the button below to read more)

This 292-acre country park has a lot to offer, from fairytale-like pools and glades to majestic ancient woodland and their award-winning eco visitor centre.

Be aware that dogs must be kept on a lead in certain areas, and that bins are only provided at the ... (click the button below to read more)

Every wine we make at Gusbourne Estate tells our unique story. Care, craft and uncompromising attention to detail enable us to make the very best of what nature gives us.

Visit us in Appledore, Kent, to explore our vineyards and find out what makes this c... (click the button below to read more)

The Teston River Walk is one of several stunning riverside walks available in Kent. The walk allows you to enjoy a waterside walk as well as a wander through the park and is focused around the rustic ragstone bridge which has existed since the end of the medi... (click the button below to read more)

Nestled in the picturesque countryside near to the renowned Leeds Castle, the Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel offers 14 versatile meeting and function rooms that can accommodate up to 600 guests. Guests can enjoy amenities such as tennis, golf, a health c... (click the button below to read more)

Over the years Chilston Park Hotel has been home to eminent politicians, writers, lords and viscounts and today it is renowned as one of the best hotels in Kent.

A classic British country house hotel in Kent with style and charm to spare. Perhaps the most ... (click the button below to read more)

Ham Street Woods is part of the larger Orlestone Forest, a fragmented area of woodland that is the remnant of a continuous oak forest that once covered the Weald.

As well as being one of the first National Nature Reserves to be designated in 1952, Ham Stre... (click the button below to read more)

For those of you looking to explore West Kent this Autumn, Knole Park is a popular pick among tourists and locals all year round. With beautiful grounds adorned with vivid Autumn colours and the famous deer roaming around, Knole is a great choice for the whole family.