Volunteer-run museum of Herne Bay and the English seaside: seaside pastimes, fossils, Roman Reculver, the Dambusters bouncing bomb and changing exhibitions.

Parks & Walks

Berengrave Local Nature Reserve

In Rainham

Former chalk pit in Rainham turned nature reserve, with woodland, a pond and waymarked paths. Lower paths can flood.

Museums & Galleries

Folkestone Museum

In Folkestone

Free museum in Folkestone's Town Hall covering the town's history, with a lift between floors and a cinema space.

Castles & History, Museums & Galleries

Dickens House Museum

In Broadstairs

Small museum, staffed by volunteers, in the cottage tied to Betsey Trotwood in David Copperfield, with Dickens letters, his writing box and Victorian displays.

Parks & Walks

Esplanade Gardens

In Rochester

Riverside gardens below Rochester Castle with a play area, outdoor gym and the last stretch of the Medway Valley Walk.

Family Days Out, Parks & Walks

Leybourne Lakes Country Park

In Snodland

Lakeside country park between Snodland and Larkfield, owned by Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council, with a cafe, watersports centre and fishing.

Castles & History

St James’ Church, Cooling

In Cooling

Historic church on the Hoo Peninsula whose churchyard inspired the opening of Dickens' Great Expectations. Open daily.

Eat & drink

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The Royal Oak

Based in Hawkhurst

Pub, restaurant and inn on Rye Road, Hawkhurst, with en suite rooms, a garden and regular events nights.

Verified Oct 2026

The Small Holding

Based in Kilndown

Restaurant and farm in an old inn at Kilndown near Cranbrook: lunch, dinner, real ales and wine.

Verified Oct 2026

Waterside Cafe at Hawkhurst Fish Farm

Based in Hawkhurst

Lakeside cafe at Hawkhurst Fish Farm: breakfast, lunch, high tea and cream tea, indoor and veranda seating, bookable by phone.

Verified Oct 2026

The George Hotel

Based in Cranbrook

Shepherd Neame pub and hotel in a Grade II listed Cranbrook building: twelve rooms, restaurant, bar and terrace.

Verified Oct 2026

The Great House

Based in Hawkhurst

16th century country pub at Gill's Green near Hawkhurst: Sunday roasts, orangery, garden, private dining and regular events.

Verified Oct 2026

The Queen’s Inn

Based in Hawkhurst

Pub and inn on Rye Road, Hawkhurst: overnight rooms, bar, sourdough pizzas, Sunday roasts and a hireable event space.

Verified Oct 2026

Bas 13AR

Based in Strood

Strood sports bar and Indian restaurant on Cliffe Road, with Punjabi dishes, live sport, collection, delivery and event catering.

Verified Oct 2026

Darjeeling Heights

Based in Rainham

Indian restaurant, bar and lounge on Rainham High Street with dine-in, takeaway, lunchtime thali, Sunday buffet and a conference suite.

Verified Oct 2026

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Astute Management

Based in Gravesend

Local digital partner for Kent businesses: websites, AI and automation to help you get found, win customers and save time.

Verified Nov 2026

Ashford & Cranbrook Roofing

Based in Cranbrook

Family-run Cranbrook roofers: Kent peg tiling, slating, shingles, oasts and barns, and period and listed buildings.

Verified Oct 2026

Iren’s Design Studio

Based in Hawkhurst

Kitchen and interiors showroom on The Colonnade, Hawkhurst: bespoke kitchens, bedrooms, living spaces and bathrooms, designed, supplied and fitted.

Verified Oct 2026

McCabe Ford Williams (Cranbrook)

Based in Cranbrook

Accountancy firm with an office on Cranbrook High Street: accounts, tax, bookkeeping, payroll, audit and probate.

Verified Oct 2026

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