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Heritage & Gardens
Stunning gardens, steam railways, windmills, country estates and specialist museums are waiting to be discovered.
In Ashford and Tenterden explore the essence of old England. Here heritage comes to life. Magnificent estates; gorgeous gardens; compelling museums; serene churches; iconic windmills; thrilling railways.
Join the Wheels of Time fun and visit participating museums and heritage venues on the Roamin’ Rex map. Learn about Kent’s exciting and varied history while collecting special badges along the way.
Windmills
Willesborough Windmill
One of the largest smock mills in the South of England One of the largest smock mills in the South of England
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Stocks Windmill
Kent's tallest post mill, built in 1781 and situated one mile from the… Kent's tallest post mill, built in 1781 and situated one mile from the village of Wittersham.
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Union Windmill Cranbrook
Union Windmill, the tallest Smock Mill in the Country Union Windmill, the tallest Smock Mill in the Country
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Ashford Borough Museum
The museum is housed in a 17th century Grade II listed building located in… The museum is housed in a 17th century Grade II listed building located in the Church Yard.
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Tenterden & District Museum
Dip into 1,000 years of history with the help of our friendly stewards. Dip into 1,000 years of history with the help of our friendly stewards.
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Brook Rural Museum
Brook Rural Museum sits at the foot of the North Downs' iconic Devil's… Brook Rural Museum sits at the foot of the North Downs' iconic Devil's Kneading Trough and…
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Colonel Stephens Railway Museum
A museum dedicated to the life and work of Lt-Col Holman F Stephens. A museum dedicated to the life and work of Lt-Col Holman F Stephens.
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Woodchurch Village Life Museum
Housed in an 18th century oak-framed barn and 17th century cart shed, on a… Housed in an 18th century oak-framed barn and 17th century cart shed, on a rural site not far from…
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Ashford International Model Railway Education Centre (AIMREC)
Discover AIMREC's collection of model railways and award winning layouts. Discover AIMREC's collection of model railways and award winning layouts.
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The C.M. Booth Collection of Historic Vehicles
A private collection specialising in Morgan 3 wheel cars. A private collection specialising in Morgan 3 wheel cars.
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Hole Park Gardens
Hole Park Gardens is renowned for it's spectacular display of bluebells… Hole Park Gardens is renowned for it's spectacular display of bluebells and 16 acres of private…
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Godinton House & Gardens
Set in 12 acres of beautiful gardens and surrounded by tranquil parkland. Set in 12 acres of beautiful gardens and surrounded by tranquil parkland.
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Smallhythe Place
Uncover the early 16th century half-timbered house once belonging to… Uncover the early 16th century half-timbered house once belonging to Victorian actress Ellen Terry…
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Kent & East Sussex Railway
Steam through beautiful countryside on the Kent and East Sussex Railway,… Steam through beautiful countryside on the Kent and East Sussex Railway, recognised as both…
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Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway
There's nothing quite like a ride on The Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway… There's nothing quite like a ride on The Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway - so it's little wonder…
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Fact or Fiction Tours
Discover the delights of Ashford and Tenterden with a professional Blue… Discover the delights of Ashford and Tenterden with a professional Blue Badge Tourist Guide
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White Horse Wine Tours
White Horse Wine Tours is run by Alex and Alastair, a dedicated… White Horse Wine Tours is run by Alex and Alastair, a dedicated husband-and-wife team based in…
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Tales From The Tracks Walking Tours
Love railways? Enjoy social history? Take a stroll through railway history… Love railways? Enjoy social history? Take a stroll through railway history with a Tales from the…
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Whether you’re local looking for something new, planning a day trip, or visiting Kent for a longer stay, we’ll bring you the best of Ashford & Tenterden.
