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Leeds Castle - 'the loveliest castle in the world' (hot air ballooning, golf, both pop and classical concerts are just some of the extra attractions here)

The North Downs Way - just behind the house.  The views are amazing, not to be missed and our two resident black Labradors will always take you for a walk!

Kent County Showground - various events are held here throughout the year, the major antique fairs and gardening shows have become very popular.

The White Horse Woods - enjoy walks and the remains of Thurnham Castle

Cobham Manor Riding Stables - internationally renowned riding school

Numerous National Trust Properties are to be found in Kent, the nearest ones being:-

Chartwell - Sir Winston Churchill's home
Ightham Mote - medieval manor house dating from 1330
Knole - one of England's greatest houses
Sissinghurst Castle and Gardens - one of the world's most celebrated gardens and home to Vita Sackville-West and Sir Harold Nicholson
Smallhythe Place - home of the enchanting actress, Ellen Terry

Hever Castle and Gardens - childhood home of Anne Boleyn

Groombridge Place Gardens and Great Dixter are two other wonderful gardens to visit

Canterbury - a medieval city, famous for its cathedral where pilgrims have travelled from London to since 1170 is a 20 minute drive away

The Weald of Kent - comprises many picturesque villages filled with beautiful houses and countryside, interesting shops, real country pubs and delicious tea shops - not to be missed.
 

Whitstable - head to the coast and visit this traditional English seaside town with a strong maritime history, a working harbour, fish market and a wealth of seafood restaurants.

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Thurnham Keep B&B,
Castle Hill, Thurnham, 
Nr Maidstone, Kent ME14 3LE
Tel: 01622 734149
or
07906 399380