Chimney Barn Guidebook
Sightseeing
A fantastic castle only 5 miles (8 km) southeast of Maidstone. It is built on islands in a lake formed by the River Len to the east of the village of Leeds. Definitely worth a visit
316 recommandé par les habitants
Château de Leeds
A fantastic castle only 5 miles (8 km) southeast of Maidstone. It is built on islands in a lake formed by the River Len to the east of the village of Leeds. Definitely worth a visit
Only a 35 minute walk away in Boughton Monchelsea Place, previously Boughton Court is a deer park within its grounds with stunning views from the local church, a must see and visit.
Deer Park
Only a 35 minute walk away in Boughton Monchelsea Place, previously Boughton Court is a deer park within its grounds with stunning views from the local church, a must see and visit.
Whistable is only a 45 minute drive from Linton and is one of our favourite places to visit, a superb fishing village with fantastic shops and walks around the coast. A must....
220 recommandé par les habitants
Whitstable
Whistable is only a 45 minute drive from Linton and is one of our favourite places to visit, a superb fishing village with fantastic shops and walks around the coast. A must....
Approx 1 hour away is the city of Canterbury, with its well known Cathedral set within its cobbled streets and quaint shops, which is well worth a visit.
365 recommandé par les habitants
Canterbury Cathedral Archives
11 The PrecinctsApprox 1 hour away is the city of Canterbury, with its well known Cathedral set within its cobbled streets and quaint shops, which is well worth a visit.
The Headcorn Aerodrome is within a 25 min drive away with daily flights of the historical Spitfire! You can even book a flight yourself. Idea for anyone interested in aviation with a carpark running along side the runway (10 metres away) at a cost of £3 per day parking... Great value....
19 recommandé par les habitants
Headcorn Aerodrome
Shenley RoadThe Headcorn Aerodrome is within a 25 min drive away with daily flights of the historical Spitfire! You can even book a flight yourself. Idea for anyone interested in aviation with a carpark running along side the runway (10 metres away) at a cost of £3 per day parking... Great value....
Another favourite of ours is the village of Tenterden, if you love coffee shops and antiques this is the village for you with a great atmosphere and perfect for people watching.
108 recommandé par les habitants
Tenterden
Another favourite of ours is the village of Tenterden, if you love coffee shops and antiques this is the village for you with a great atmosphere and perfect for people watching.
Bodiam Castle is only a 30 minute drive away, Bodiam Castle is a 14th-century moated castle near Robertsbridge in East Sussex It was built in 1385 by Sir Edward Dalyngrigge, a former knight of Edward III, with the permission of Richard II, ostensibly to defend the area against French invasion. We have been to this castle many times and love it. It is only 30 mins away from Chimney Barn
8 recommandé par les habitants
Bodiam
Bodiam Castle is only a 30 minute drive away, Bodiam Castle is a 14th-century moated castle near Robertsbridge in East Sussex It was built in 1385 by Sir Edward Dalyngrigge, a former knight of Edward III, with the permission of Richard II, ostensibly to defend the area against French invasion. We have been to this castle many times and love it. It is only 30 mins away from Chimney Barn
Battle Abbey is approx 45 mins drive away, the village is full of history and a large variety of old shops, all part of the 1066 country. Well worth a visit.
153 recommandé par les habitants
Abbaye de Battle
High StreetBattle Abbey is approx 45 mins drive away, the village is full of history and a large variety of old shops, all part of the 1066 country. Well worth a visit.
Scotney Castle is another must see if you are in the area, Romantic garden with a view of the 14th century moated castle and the Victorian country mansion, all in a beautiful wooded estate. Well worth a visit
131 recommandé par les habitants
National Trust - Scotney Castle
Scotney Castle is another must see if you are in the area, Romantic garden with a view of the 14th century moated castle and the Victorian country mansion, all in a beautiful wooded estate. Well worth a visit
Food scene
Historic pub with outstanding views, modern menu, local real ales, big garden and covered timber decks.
Bull Inn
Linton HillHistoric pub with outstanding views, modern menu, local real ales, big garden and covered timber decks.
On 15 minutes drive away is a lovely atmospheric traditional old english pub with fantastic food. This pub is a regular for us and would highly recommend.
The Horseshoes station
On 15 minutes drive away is a lovely atmospheric traditional old english pub with fantastic food. This pub is a regular for us and would highly recommend.
Another lovely pub approx 10 mins drive away is the Woolpack Inn, with great food at a very reasonable price and great gardens for families.
Woolpack Inn
Benover RoadAnother lovely pub approx 10 mins drive away is the Woolpack Inn, with great food at a very reasonable price and great gardens for families.
Only 8 minutes drive away is the famous Hush Heath Estate, Self-guided and expert-led tours of vineyards and orchards, plus winery visits, tastings and a shop. Along with award-winning and world-class English wines, beers and ciders, Hush Heath Estate is home to some of England’s most vibrant flora and fauna. For walkers and wine lovers alike, the Estate offers an unparalleled guest experience
41 recommandé par les habitants
Balfour Winery
Five Oak LaneOnly 8 minutes drive away is the famous Hush Heath Estate, Self-guided and expert-led tours of vineyards and orchards, plus winery visits, tastings and a shop. Along with award-winning and world-class English wines, beers and ciders, Hush Heath Estate is home to some of England’s most vibrant flora and fauna. For walkers and wine lovers alike, the Estate offers an unparalleled guest experience
Anno Distillers is the perfect place to tour if you love GIN!
Book tickets online to have guided tours and taster sessions, its a must. Highly recommended....
Anno Distillers Ltd
Pattenden LaneAnno Distillers is the perfect place to tour if you love GIN!
Book tickets online to have guided tours and taster sessions, its a must. Highly recommended....
A lovely gastro pub, great food, and comes highly recommended with great reviews. Only a short drive away from Chimney Barn approx 15 minutes by car.
11 recommandé par les habitants
The Potting Shed
Horseshoes LaneA lovely gastro pub, great food, and comes highly recommended with great reviews. Only a short drive away from Chimney Barn approx 15 minutes by car.
Animal Lovers
If you are an animal lover, especially fond of goats, this is the one for you, they are lovely. Within walking distance of Chimney Barn
6 recommandé par les habitants
Sanctuaire Buttercups pour les Chèvres
Wierton RoadIf you are an animal lover, especially fond of goats, this is the one for you, they are lovely. Within walking distance of Chimney Barn
If you love animals you'll love Howletts, part of the Aspinall Foundation (John Aspinall) hosting a vast array of different animals, although out favourites are the Gorillas. Only 1 hour away
157 recommandé par les habitants
Parc animalier de Howletts
Bekesbourne LaneIf you love animals you'll love Howletts, part of the Aspinall Foundation (John Aspinall) hosting a vast array of different animals, although out favourites are the Gorillas. Only 1 hour away
Walking
Mote Park has a nice path which takes you around the lake, ideal for walkers or cyclists and also has a great park for children.
37 recommandé par les habitants
Mote Park
Mote AvenueMote Park has a nice path which takes you around the lake, ideal for walkers or cyclists and also has a great park for children.
Yalding is a nice old village with amazing walks along the river bank by the Lees and has a revamped pub called the Boat House which is proving very popular.
Yalding
Yalding is a nice old village with amazing walks along the river bank by the Lees and has a revamped pub called the Boat House which is proving very popular.
If you love walking and sandy beaches, Camber Sands is the place for you with miles of sandy beach, ideal for dog walking and guests who love the sea. Within 55 mins drive.
310 recommandé par les habitants
Camber Sands
If you love walking and sandy beaches, Camber Sands is the place for you with miles of sandy beach, ideal for dog walking and guests who love the sea. Within 55 mins drive.
The Greensand Way is a long-distance path of 108 miles in southeast England, from Haslemere in Surrey to Hamstreet in Kent. It follows the Greensand Ridge along the Surrey Hills and Chart Hills.
Chimney Barn is well placed for accessing the famous ‘Greensand Way’ walk via the free car park next to the 13th C church St Nicholas just up Linton Hill. The path passes by apple laden orchards to Boughton Monchelsea where you can access a panoramic view of the grand deer park via St Peters a beautiful and early 12th Church. The walkers paradise, and must be done.
Boughton Monchelsea
The Greensand Way is a long-distance path of 108 miles in southeast England, from Haslemere in Surrey to Hamstreet in Kent. It follows the Greensand Ridge along the Surrey Hills and Chart Hills.
Chimney Barn is well placed for accessing the famous ‘Greensand Way’ walk via the free car park next to the 13th C church St Nicholas just up Linton Hill. The path passes by apple laden orchards to Boughton Monchelsea where you can access a panoramic view of the grand deer park via St Peters a beautiful and early 12th Church. The walkers paradise, and must be done.
Shopping
If you are into designer clothing at a bargain price, this is the place for you, heavily discounted designer labeled clothing recently expanded and every fashionable guests dream.
203 recommandé par les habitants
Ashford Designer Outlet
If you are into designer clothing at a bargain price, this is the place for you, heavily discounted designer labeled clothing recently expanded and every fashionable guests dream.
Conseils aux voyageurs
Se déplacer dans les environs
The Greensand Way - Walkers Paradise
The Greensand Way is a long-distance path of 108 miles in southeast England, from Haslemere in Surrey to Hamstreet in Kent. It follows the Greensand Ridge along the Surrey Hills and Chart Hills. Chimney Barn is well placed for accessing the famous walk via the free car park next to the 13th C church St Nicholas just up Linton hill. The path passes by apple laden orchards to Boughton Monchelsea where you can access a panoramic view of the grand deer park via St Peter, a beautiful and early 12th Church. Has to be done.....