Hever Guidebook
Sightseeing
One of my favourite places to visit. There’s something for everyone - from the historic castle, to kids playgrounds, water mazes, beautiful gardens, military museum, boating on the lake, plus numerous events throughout the year include jousting.
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Hever Castle
One of my favourite places to visit. There’s something for everyone - from the historic castle, to kids playgrounds, water mazes, beautiful gardens, military museum, boating on the lake, plus numerous events throughout the year include jousting.
Chiddingston Castle is an historic house set in 35 acres of Kentish countryside, filled with an extraordinary collection of art and antiques. The walk through the castle grounds and out to the quaint village of Chiddingstone is just beautiful.
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Chiddingstone Castle
Hill Hoath RoadChiddingston Castle is an historic house set in 35 acres of Kentish countryside, filled with an extraordinary collection of art and antiques. The walk through the castle grounds and out to the quaint village of Chiddingstone is just beautiful.
Another local favourite. Penshurst Place is a stately home with 11 acres of formal gardens, an adventure playground and woodland trail, toy museum, gift shop and Porcupine Pantry Cafe.
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Penshurst Place
Another local favourite. Penshurst Place is a stately home with 11 acres of formal gardens, an adventure playground and woodland trail, toy museum, gift shop and Porcupine Pantry Cafe.
Groombridge Place Gardens & Enchanted Forest is a great day out for the family. Featuring an amazing 750 metre raised board walk through the forest, giant rope swings, a canal boat ride, a birds of prey display, and Crusoe’s World wooden play structures.
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Groombridge Place Estates
Groombridge HillGroombridge Place Gardens & Enchanted Forest is a great day out for the family. Featuring an amazing 750 metre raised board walk through the forest, giant rope swings, a canal boat ride, a birds of prey display, and Crusoe’s World wooden play structures.
Hillside garden with exotic shrubs and a formal rose garden, plus picnic meadow and garden games
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National Trust - Emmetts Garden
Hillside garden with exotic shrubs and a formal rose garden, plus picnic meadow and garden games
Chart well is a country house, once home of Winston Churchill. He bought the property in September 1922 and lived there until shortly before his death in January 1965.
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Chartwell
Mapleton RoadChart well is a country house, once home of Winston Churchill. He bought the property in September 1922 and lived there until shortly before his death in January 1965.
Charming medieval Manor House, garden and estate.
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National Trust - Ightham Mote
Mote RoadCharming medieval Manor House, garden and estate.
Knole is a country house and former archbishop’s palace. It is situated within Knole Park, a 1,000 acre park. The house ranks in the top five of England’s largest houses.
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Knole House
Knole is a country house and former archbishop’s palace. It is situated within Knole Park, a 1,000 acre park. The house ranks in the top five of England’s largest houses.
A country house, romantic garden, 14th Century moated castle, all in a beautiful wooded estate. The perfect place for a picnic.
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National Trust - Scotney Castle
A country house, romantic garden, 14th Century moated castle, all in a beautiful wooded estate. The perfect place for a picnic.
Eden Valley Museum is a small museum and local history centre devoted to the story of the Eden Valley in Kent. Set in a medieval farmhouse in Edenbridge and run almost entirely by volunteers.
Eden Valley Museum
72 High StEden Valley Museum is a small museum and local history centre devoted to the story of the Eden Valley in Kent. Set in a medieval farmhouse in Edenbridge and run almost entirely by volunteers.
The Bluebell Railway is an 11 mile heritage line. Enjoy a day out exploring the Sussex countryside on a steam train.
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Bluebell Railway
Sheffield ParkThe Bluebell Railway is an 11 mile heritage line. Enjoy a day out exploring the Sussex countryside on a steam train.
Beautiful and historic gardens and expansive views across the Weald of Kent. For families they have an adventure playground, den building woods, boat swing and holiday activities.
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Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
RiverhillBeautiful and historic gardens and expansive views across the Weald of Kent. For families they have an adventure playground, den building woods, boat swing and holiday activities.
Romantic picturesque garden with 14th century moated castle and Victorian country mansion - all in a beautiful wooded estate.
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Jardin du château de Sissinghurst
Biddenden RdRomantic picturesque garden with 14th century moated castle and Victorian country mansion - all in a beautiful wooded estate.
A stunning Victorian mansion set in 36 acres of picturesque gardens, woodlands and lakes.
Salomons Estate
Broomhill RoadA stunning Victorian mansion set in 36 acres of picturesque gardens, woodlands and lakes.
Pooh corner is situated on the edge of the Ashdown Forest, East Sussex in Hartfield. Visit Pooh Sticks Bridge, stroll along the Pooh Walk or visit the famous Pooh Corner Shop for everything Pooh.
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Pooh Corner
High StreetPooh corner is situated on the edge of the Ashdown Forest, East Sussex in Hartfield. Visit Pooh Sticks Bridge, stroll along the Pooh Walk or visit the famous Pooh Corner Shop for everything Pooh.
Steam and Heritage Diesel trains that operate throughout the year between Tunbridge Wells West and Eridge. Lots of events throughout the year.
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Le Chemin de fer de la vallée du Spa
Steam and Heritage Diesel trains that operate throughout the year between Tunbridge Wells West and Eridge. Lots of events throughout the year.
Local Pubs
This characterful 500 year old drovers' inn has retained many original features after minor alterations. Extensively beamed, the main focus of this brick-floored gem is the wood burning stove and ring-the-bull game. A refurbished kitchen has allowed "proper grub" to be offered in a "proper pub". A warm welcome is assured whether you come by foot, cycle, car or horse!
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The Rock Inn
This characterful 500 year old drovers' inn has retained many original features after minor alterations. Extensively beamed, the main focus of this brick-floored gem is the wood burning stove and ring-the-bull game. A refurbished kitchen has allowed "proper grub" to be offered in a "proper pub". A warm welcome is assured whether you come by foot, cycle, car or horse!
Tradition reigns supreme at The King Henry VIII, a historic English pub. There’s been a pub here ever since 1597.
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King Henry VIII
Hever RoadTradition reigns supreme at The King Henry VIII, a historic English pub. There’s been a pub here ever since 1597.
The Wheatsheaf
Hever RoadVery traditional local pub with large pub garden and childrens play area. It’s a bit like stepping back in time. Local home cooked traditional pub food served.
The Kentish Horse
Very traditional local pub with large pub garden and childrens play area. It’s a bit like stepping back in time. Local home cooked traditional pub food served.
Great kids play area outside and large outdoor dining area.
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The Little Brown Jug
High StreetGreat kids play area outside and large outdoor dining area.
Great gastro pub with good quality food served. Small paved garden area at the front of the pub. They also have a private dining area upstairs with caters for larger groups (14).
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Bottle House Inn
Coldharbour RoadGreat gastro pub with good quality food served. Small paved garden area at the front of the pub. They also have a private dining area upstairs with caters for larger groups (14).
Very old traditional pub serving local home cooked food. Very quaint with outdoor seating out the front and back of the pub. Please note there are steps down to the pub from the road.
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The Spotted Dog
6 Saints HillVery old traditional pub serving local home cooked food. Very quaint with outdoor seating out the front and back of the pub. Please note there are steps down to the pub from the road.
Hidden away in the historic Tudor village of Chiddingstone, Kent, The Castle Inn is a traditional English village inn with great food and drink, a cosy interior and a pretty garden that’s perfect for soaking up the summer sunshine. A grade II* listed building, which dates back to the early 15th century, The Castle Inn features many historic features such as the fireplaces, tiled floors, oak panelling and bars. With a focus on local produce, freshly prepared food and a handpicked selection of wines, spirits and beers, including the much-loved Kentish real ales from Chiddingstone’s Larkins Brewery, The Castle Inn offers a real flavour of England.
The Castle Inn Pub
Chiddingstone RoadHidden away in the historic Tudor village of Chiddingstone, Kent, The Castle Inn is a traditional English village inn with great food and drink, a cosy interior and a pretty garden that’s perfect for soaking up the summer sunshine. A grade II* listed building, which dates back to the early 15th century, The Castle Inn features many historic features such as the fireplaces, tiled floors, oak panelling and bars. With a focus on local produce, freshly prepared food and a handpicked selection of wines, spirits and beers, including the much-loved Kentish real ales from Chiddingstone’s Larkins Brewery, The Castle Inn offers a real flavour of England.
The Leicester Arms Hotel
High StreetThe Poacher and Partridge
Hartlake RoadNevill Crest and Gun
Eridge RoadThe Vineyard
The Chaser Inn
Stumble HillThe Mount Edgcumbe
The Hare
Langton RoadThe Huntsman
Groombridge LaneThe Greyhound
109 Peckham High StWatersports
Bewl Eau
Bewlbridge LaneNature
Ashdown Forest
Wych CrossParc Haysden Country
Lower Haysden LaneCentre de la faune britannique
Eastbourne RoadBedgebury National Pinetum et Forêt
Bedgebury RoadEnjoy birdwatching - the reserve has five large lakes and hides dotted around the 73 hectares. It is spectacular site for birds. Check their websites for frequent events such as walks and childrens activities.
Réserve de vie sauvage de Sevenoaks
Bradbourne Vale RoadEnjoy birdwatching - the reserve has five large lakes and hides dotted around the 73 hectares. It is spectacular site for birds. Check their websites for frequent events such as walks and childrens activities.
One of the UK’s largest birds of prey centres where wild birds are rehabilitated, bred for release in the wild and trained to fly for demonstrators. You can enjoy days out with huskies and alpacas or sit in the cafe watching meerkats in their enclosures.
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Fondation de la faune d'Eagle Heights
Lullingstone LaneOne of the UK’s largest birds of prey centres where wild birds are rehabilitated, bred for release in the wild and trained to fly for demonstrators. You can enjoy days out with huskies and alpacas or sit in the cafe watching meerkats in their enclosures.
Food Shopping
Waitrose & Partners
Mont St Aignan WayTheatre
Trinity Theatre
Church RoadThéâtre de l'Assemblée
Crescent Road'The Forum' Live Music Venue
London RoadGlyndebourne
New RoadCinema
Everyman Oxted
7 Station Rd WODEON Tunbridge Wells
Knights WayThe Atrium Cinema
10 King StThe Stag Sevenoaks
London Road