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Chartwell House had been built upon at least as early as the 16th century, when the estate had been called ‘Well Street’. Henry VIII is reputed to have stayed in the house during his courtship of Anne Boleyn at nearby Hever Castle. The original farmhouse was significantly enlarged and modified during the 19th century. It became, according to the National Read more…
Canterbury Cathedral is one of the oldest and most famous Christian structures in England and forms part of a World Heritage Site. In 597AD St Augustine established his seat (or ‘Cathedra’) in Canterbury after being sent by Pope Gregory the Great as a missionary. In 1170 Archbishop Thomas Becket was murdered in the Cathedral and ever since, the Cathedral has Read more…
Herne smock mill was built in 1789 and has a number of milling displays and models. Herne Mill has a three-storey smock built on a two-storey brick base with four double patent sails and a fantail. The mill is normally open from Easter to the end of September. Read more…
Rochester Cathedral is England’s second oldest Cathedral, begun in 1080. Due to its age and extensions over the years it is a mix of architectural styles including Norman and Gothic. Read more…
Drapers smock mill was built in 1845 and the windmill has been restored to working order and includes gift shop and museum. Read more…
Walmer Castle was originally built during the reign of Henry VIII as part of a chain of coastal artillery defences. Walmer Castle became the official residence of the Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports in 1708, of which holders of the post have included William Pitt the Younger, WH Smith, Winston Churchill, the Queen Mother, and The Duke of Wellington held Read more…
Sissinghurst Castle Gardens designed by poet and novelist Vita Sackville-West and her husband Harold Nicolson is set on the grounds of an Elizabethan mansion. The gardens consist of many enclosed areas and lakeside and woodland walk open all year in unspoilt Wealden countryside. Read more…
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