We give you so much variety and choice that it’s easy to find exactly what it is you’re looking for. We want to make sure that you book the cottage that is perfect for you, so that your holiday in Kent is the best that it can be. The more energetic can head down to the beaches for a spot of surfing, kite-surfing, kayaking or sailing…or take a more sedate boating trip on the River Medway.

Or come inland and visit historic Canterbury, Maidstone and the spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells. Perhaps hire a barge to sit atop, sipping a glass of award winning ale from the local Westerham Brewery.įor nature fans, a trip to Eagle Heights Wildlife Foundation is a must, with guided tours around the breath-taking park, birdwatching facilities and an interesting “owl experience” available.Īlternatively, just relax on the beaches and enjoy fabulous seafood in the coastal towns of Folkestone, Whitstable and Ramsgate. The now peaceful Royal Military Canal is a great place for a relaxing stroll. A trip to the famous White Cliffs of Dover is a must and has inspired countless artists to wet their paints (and toes) along the cliffy coast.ĭover, Walmer, Rochester and Canterbury castles are each more beautiful than the last, and worth a look if you have the time on your perfect holiday in Kent. Other than the World Heritage Site of Canterbury Cathedral, there are plenty of sights to see in Kent. Head outside with the same attraction for a unique and memorable guided tour, learning about Canterbury’s history from the costumed guides. The motto of the county is “Invicta” (Latin that means “undefeated”), and it is clear the people of this area have fought time and time again to defend their beautiful home, and the rest of the country to the North.įor families considering what to do with the kids whilst in Kent, there is the award-winning Canterbury Tales, an indoor attraction bringing 5 of the father of English literature, Geoffrey Chaucer’s tales to life. There is also the Battle of Britain Museum, further proof of the region's interesting history. Among the museums on offer is the Spitfire & Hurricane museum, showcasing the history of the great British fighter jets. Things to do on holiday in KentĪ day at The Hawking Centre is a great way to get introduced to the thrills of falconry. This makes the area a great holiday destination for history buffs wishing to explore South East England. Kent was the nation’s first line of defence against invaders from before Napoleon up until Hitler, which has left the region with many naval castles, fortifications and ruins. Canterbury Cathedral is both England’s oldest cathedral and the seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury, leader of the Christian Church of England, making it an unmissable sight to see in Kent. The county sits at the South Eastern point of England, facing France and Belgium over the English Channel, and as such contains a huge number of picturesque beaches.Īside from sandy stretches, Kent can easily be considered one of England’s cultural centres. Many city dwellers therefore choose to holiday in Kent, as it is perfect for a beach holiday and within easy reach of the capital. Kent is also known as a home county, as it borders England’s capital, London. Located in the South East of England and one of the warmest parts of Britain, Kent is traditionally known as the ‘Garden of England’ thanks to its abundance of hop gardens and orchards.īordering Greater London, Surrey and East Sussex, Kent also shares a boundary with Essex in the middle of the Thames Estuary and even has a nominal border with France halfway through the Channel Tunnel.

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