Pubs
The Cardinal’s Error
Sixteenth century farmhouse pub on Lodge Oak Lane, Tonbridge, with real ales, a large beer garden, a children's playground and a log fire.
Verified Oct 2026
Council-run country park and local nature reserve west of Tonbridge, with two lakes, River Medway paths, a play area with sculptures and a cafe.
About Haysden Country Park
Pay and display parking (two metre height barrier at the main car park). The park is open every day of the year. Fishing is by day ticket from the bailiff at Barden Lake. Well behaved dogs are welcome.
Accessibility
Compacted-surface accessible paths around Barden Lake and a shorter walk from the car park past the Stone Lock. Disabled toilet near the main car park (RADAR key). Blue Badge lakeside parking with a RADAR key. The play area has limited access for wheelchair users.
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Eat and drink in Tonbridge
Cafés
Finch House Cafe & Bakery
Cafe and bakery in The Pavilion Shopping Centre, Tonbridge, open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch, coffee and baked goods.
Verified Oct 2026
Restaurants
Verdigris
Restaurant, wine and cocktail bar at 89 High Street, Tonbridge, with a riverside terrace overlooking Tonbridge Castle.
Verified Oct 2026
Restaurants
Ela Bella Restaurant
Italian restaurant at 163 High Street, Tonbridge, serving lunch and dinner from Monday to Saturday and a Sunday roast.
Verified Oct 2026
Guides that mention Haysden Country Park
GuideCastles & History, Parks & Walks
Tonbridge: the castle, the riverside parks and the Medway Valley Walk
Tonbridge Castle, the Racecourse Sportsground, Haysden Country Park, the Medway Valley Walk and Clip 'n Climb, with hours and costs where listed.
More things to do in Tonbridge
Parks & Walks
Medway Valley Walk (Tonbridge start)
Waymarked riverside footpath running from Tonbridge beside the Medway to Rochester, about 28 to 28.5 miles, easy to walk in short sections.
Castles & History, Family Days Out
Tonbridge Castle
Norman motte-and-bailey site with a 13th century gatehouse in central Tonbridge. Audio tour, gift shop and a bailey lawn for picnics.
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
Family Days Out, Parks & Walks
Tonbridge Racecourse Sportsground
Large riverside park in the centre of Tonbridge, open every day, with play area, skate park, outdoor gym, tennis, bowls and riverbank paths.
Family Friendly