Local Attractions

We are a great starting point for your activities.

Sissinghurst Castle

The fabulous gardens of Sissinghurst Castle, famously the home of the Sackville West family, highlighted by the White Garden

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sissinghurst-castle-garden

Tenterden

The leafy High Street of Tenterden with lots of coffee shops, eateries, antique and jewellery shops

www.tenterdentown.co.uk

Cranbrook Windmill

Cranbrook Windmill nestling in between quaint weatherboarded Flemish Weavers cottages in the heart of the pretty town of Cranbrook. For ladies it also hides a handful of little boutiques, perfect for finding something special.

www.unionmill.org.uk

Bodiam Castle

Bodiam Castle, National Trust. One of the most photographed in the country, save some toast from breakfast to tempt the big fish in the moat.

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/bodiam-castle

Cycling

The lanes of Kent and Sussex are ideal for cycle exploration, even for the fait hearted whom can enjoy the the flatter land of the marshes or Bedgbury Forest

www.visitkent.co.uk/cycling

The Hop Farm

A typical Kentish Hop drying barn that has been converted into a delightful home.

www.hoppingdowninkent.org.uk/oasthouse.

Glyndebourne Festival

A wonderful annual celebration of Opera, only one hour from Waters End. www.glyndebourne.com/tickets-and-whats-on

Kent and East Sussex Railway

Bodiam to Tenterden, you can even walk some of the way and catch the next train. www.kesr.org.uk

Great Dixter at Northiam

The legacy of Christopher Lloyd perhaps the most influental gardener of our time a complete contrast from Sissinghurst www.greatdixter.co.uk

Chart Hill Golf Club

Chart Hills Golf Club, designed by Nick Faldo, one of the top 100 courses in the country. Royal St. George, London Golf Club and the links course of the Royal Cinque Ports are just a few of the many and varied courses that surround us.

www.charthills.co.uk/golf/greenfees

Rye

The Cinque port town of Rye, with it’s pretty half timbered houses and cobbled streets, now almost stranded from the sea except for high tide which brings the fleet back in.

www.visit1066country.com/explore-1066-country/rye

Gusbourne

Probably the most decorated and innovative wine house in this country, so if you have an interest in wine this wine house is not to be missed.
Must pre book your tour, their production and techniques are exceptional, at the very least buy a bottle to enjoy
www.gusbourne.com/

Batemans

Batemans the home of Rudyard Kipling (National Trust) www.nationaltrust.org.uk/batemans

Camber Sands

Camber Beach has a huge sandy beach with even more National Trust castles! Out of season a good bracing walk, kite surfing and land yachting, lessons can be arranged. www.thebeachguide.co.uk/south-east-england/east-sussex/camber.htm

Hever Castle

Hever Castle, National Trust,Dates from 1270 and home of many famous people, Anne Boleyn, Henry’s fourth wife,Anne of Cleves, in 1903, William Astor www.hevercastle.co.uk

The Kino (Cinemas)

Two Local independent Cinemas

Kino Rye Lion St, Rye TN31 7LB (30 minutes drive)

Kino Hawkhurst Victoria Hall, Rye Road, Hawkhurst TN18 4ET (15 minutes drive)

Must be booked, can do online, show most of the new releases within a few days.

The atmosphere is rather like your own private viewing room with a glass of wine in one hand and a slice of homemade cake in the other, great for a wet afrternoon or a quiet night.They even sell good light snacks and coffee

www.kinodigital.co.uk

Battle

Re live the 1066 Battle of Hastings at Battle Abbey where they have a very good audio system in several languages to bring it all alive.

www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/…/1066-battle-of-hastings

British Hops

Hops traditionally grown and brewed in Kent, Best sampled locally at The Bull in Benenden either on the way home or over a leasurly dinner. We recommend a glass of ‘Curious Brew’ to ease the day.There are many lovely country Inns and eateries to enjoy in our area. Especially at weekends we would always recommend booking well in advance, contact us if you require assistance.

http://www.britishhops.org.uk/

Lime Wharf Cafe

Full Breakfast & Lunch Menus, Afternoon Tea, Licensed Bar, Ice-Cream Parlour! For campers & day visitors alike. Secure sunny garden. Summer BBQs, paella & cocktails. Lots of tables, pre-bookings for groups 9+ people only.
OPEN JAN-DEC

www.thelimewharfcafe.co.uk

Walking

There are many lovely walks in Kent and Sussex of all varieties and lengths, please feel free to walk around our lakes. For the keener there are many documented on the website below. www.walking-routes.co.uk/Eng/Kent.htm

Bodiam Boating Station

Enjoy a paddle in a rowing boat, kayak, canoe, or SUP board

Whether you want a work out or time out, there are over 12 miles of flat river to explore at your own leisure. Make a day of it by enjoying a breakfast, lunch or cheeky cocktail & lunch after at Lime Wharf Cafe. Perfect for families & groups.

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