Attractions, Things To Do & Days Out in Kent

Often referred to as the ‘Garden of England’, the countryside of Kent is home to some of the greatest gardens to be found anywhere in the country.

If you’re looking for exciting attractions, things to do and days out, Kent is a fabulous place for couples and offers a mixture of world-class attractions, exciting destinations and luxurious hotels. Furthermore, the county is home to one of the only two UNESCO World Heritage sites to be found in South East England – Canterbury Cathedral.

Here is a selection of attractions and things to do, perfect for days out in Kent.

Royal Tunbridge Wells

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The place to see and been seen – this was once the reputation of Royal Tunbridge Wells amongst the royalty and aristocracy of Georgian England. Today the town is perfect for couples and still retains the charm and elegance of a bygone era.

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Canterbury

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There’s history at every turn in Canterbury with St Martin’s Church, the oldest church in continuous use in England, the ruins of the Norman Canterbury Castle and the all-imposing Canterbury Cathedral just waiting to be explored.

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Dover Castle

Often described as the "Key to England", Dover Castle sits imposingly above the Port of Dover and offers some fantastic views out to sea and along the Kent coastline - on a clear day, you can even see the coast of France.

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Sissinghurst Castle Garden

Set in the grounds of a ruined Elizabethan mansion and surrounded by the beautiful Weald countryside, Sissinghurst Castle Garden is regarded by many as the epitome of the mid 20th century English garden.

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Rochester

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The cathedral city of Rochester was a place cherished by the Victorian novelist, Charles Dickens, who lived in the area at various times in his life. Today many of the buildings that featured in his works can still be seen throughout the city.

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Chatham

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Chatham is a fascinating maritime destination with a history stretching back over 400 years and is prehapes most famous for being home to Chatham Historic Dockyard - housing a number of exhibits of national and international importance.

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