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There is a
whole host of places to visit within easy reach of Ashford, whether it's
a children's paradise you're seeking or a relaxing walk through the
beautiful Kent countryside. Maybe you fancy a day trip to Euro Disney,
it's all possible from Ashford. We've listed loads of things to do and
places to go and we'll be adding more over the coming months.
**Special
Notice - For a rundown on which attractions are still open and events
being staged over the Easter Holiday period go to
www.kenttourism.co.uk
Kent & East Sussex Railway-Tenterden
Tel: 01580 765155, Talking Timetable: 01580 762943
Full size Victorian Steam Railway through South East Kent.
Park & Ride to Bodium Castle, Refreshments, Video Theatre, Museum,
Childrens Play area, Buffet Carriage, Disabled facilities on trains
Biddenden
Vineyards
Tel:01580 291726
Teas/coffee, 22 acres walk, 17th century cider press, sample wines,
ciders and apple juices.FREE admission
South of England Rare Breeds Centre
Tel:01580 861493
Farm animals, Childrens farm, Playrground, Paddling pool, Restaurant,
picnics, woodland walks
Tenterden
Vineyards
Tel: 01580 763033
Gift shop, cafe, herb garden, museum, childrens play area, plant centre,
free sampling wines
Macfarlanes
Butterfly Centre
Tel: 01303 844244
Tropical experience of butterflies from around the world flying free
among exotic plants, wheelchair access, gift shop, garden centre,
tearoom
World
Navy Base - Chatham
Tel: 01634 823800
80 acre historical and educational theme park.
Farming
World
Tel: 01227 751144
Wonderland of animals where children can roam free. Bird of Prey centre,
adventure playground, mini toddler area, farm trails, picnics,
PYO summer fruits, gift shop, refreshments
Howletts
& Port Lympne Wild Animal Parks
Information line: 0891 800605
Howletts: 70 acre parkland, home to largest breeding gorilla collection
in the world.
Port Lympne: 300 acre wild animal park with historic mansion and
gardens.
Romney,
Hythe & Dymchurch Railway
Tel: 01797 362353
Miniture steam trains that runs from Hythe to Dungeness. Cafes &
gift shops at main stations. Toy train museum at New Romney and
adventure playground.
Leeds
Castle
Tel: 01622 765400
Famous for being 'The loveliest castle on the world', set in 500 acre
park,
Aviary, maze, grotto, duckery, walks, restaurants
Smallhythe
Place - National Trust
Tel: 01580 762334
16th century half-timbered house was the home of Ellen Terry. Collection
of Victorian costumes, memorabillia, gardens and Barn theatre
Willesborough
Windmill (featured on our logo)
Tel: 01233 661866
Built in 1869, industrial history exhibits, gift shop & tea room.
Well worth a visit.
Woodchurch
Windmill
Tel: 01233 860043
Smock mill built around 1820, restored to working order.
Disneyland
Paris, Paris
Daily Eurostar trains direct to Disneyland, journey time approx. 2 1/2
hours from Ashford International. goto www.eurostar.com
for more details.
Diggerland
- Strood
Tel: 08700 DIGGER (344437)
Buckets of fun for all! Ride & drive real JCB's and Dumpers,
sandpitt, bouncy castles, Digger sandpitt.
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