Restaurants
The Small Holding
Restaurant and farm in an old inn at Kilndown near Cranbrook: lunch, dinner, real ales and wine.
Grade I listed parish church in the centre of Cranbrook, known as the Cathedral of the Weald, with a 74-foot tower. Usually open daily.
St Dunstan’s is the parish church of Cranbrook, often called the Cathedral of the Weald. It is Grade I listed, with building work starting in the late 13th century and a 74-foot tower. The church says its building is usually open every day and everyone is welcome to use the space. No set opening hours are published.
Restaurants
Restaurant and farm in an old inn at Kilndown near Cranbrook: lunch, dinner, real ales and wine.
Pubs
Shepherd Neame pub and hotel in a Grade II listed Cranbrook building: twelve rooms, restaurant, bar and terrace.
Parks & Walks
Small Kent Wildlife Trust woodland reserve around a lake, a mile south of Hawkhurst off Stream Lane, with a footpath.
Castles & History, Parks & Walks
Historic village green at the old centre of Hawkhurst, ringed by St Laurence church, the Eight Bells pub and old village buildings. Registered Village Green.
Museums & Galleries
Free local history museum on Carriers Road, Cranbrook, open Tuesday to Saturday afternoons from April to October. Closed for the winter.
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