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Historic Dockyard Chatham, the Turner
Contemporary art gallery in Margate,
and the restored Beaney House of Art
and Knowledge in Canterbury. The rich
variety of Kent’s landscapes is ideal for
outdoor enthusiasts, with more than
4,000 miles of footpaths crisscrossing
Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
As England’s oldest county, Kent is alive
with history and cultural splendour.
A wealth of National Trust and English
Heritage sites await your arrival, many of
which are open all year round. Follow
Chaucer’s pilgrims to Canterbury, search
Charles Dickens’ favourite haunts in
Rochester, unravel royal romances at
Hever Castle and Penshurst Place, enjoy
the glamour of Leeds Castle and unlock
the private worlds of Winston Churchill
at Chartwell and Charles Darwin at
Down House.
Kent is home to world-class cultural
venues including No1. Smithery at the
Explore the Garden
From castles to cathedrals, galleries to gourmet, the Garden of
England offers visitors a diverse mix of exciting days out, short breaks
and leisure destinations for all.