9 Ways to Enjoy a Spring Day in Kent

Kent is one of the most beautiful counties of England, filled with gardens, castles, cathedrals and museums. On a nice spring day it would be very difficult to get bored. Some ways to enjoy your day might include:

1. Lullingstone Castle and Lullingstone World Garden:

This historic mansion was home to the Hart Dyke family for 600 years and often visited by Queen Anne and Henry VIII. Complete with 140 acre grounds, it is home to the first ever World Garden of Plants.

2. Rochester Cathedral:

Rochester is the second oldest cathedral in all of England. It was originally consecrated in AD604 and the present building in 1080, initiated by Bishop Gundulf. The architecture is Norman, Gothic and Early-English Perpendicular. The cathedral is well known for its medieval wall paintings and 15th century chapter room doorway.

3. Downderry Nursery:

Downderry is a walled garden and home to National Plant Collections of lavender and rosemary. Visitors will be mesmerised by the vast array of colour and scent.

4. Squerryes Court:

This manor house was built in 1681 and lived in by the Warde family since 1731. The home is well known for its 18th century collection of paintings, furniture and porcelain, as well as its lovely garden and tearoom.

5. Willesborough Windmill:

The Willesborough windmill was originally built in 1869 and now restored as a working smock mill. Visitors can visit the cottage, barn and the industrial heritage museum.

6. Deal Castle:

Deal Castle is a Tudor artillery castle and one of the finest in England. Filled with dark passages and residences, today the entire castle is open for visitors to explore. From the beachfront visitors can also go see Walmer Castle.

7. Scotney Castle:

Scotney Castle is a sight to be seen. The 14th century Victorian country house is ruined and surrounded by a moat as well as gorgeous gardens and a wooded estate. The estate is open to visitors all year. Guests can enjoy a nice walk through the parkland, woodland or farmland.

8. St Augustine's Abbey:

This Canterbury World Heritage site was originally created as a burial place for the Anglo-Saxon kings of Kent. The Abbey is located outside of the city's walls and unfortunately sometimes missed by visitors.

9. Canterbury Historic River Tours:

A great way to spend a spring day is to enjoy a boat ride along the river. The Canterbury Historic River Tour group offers 40 minute tours when visitors can see a variety of cathedrals and castles.

There is no shortage of culture in Kent. For those in the mood to drift away and enjoy the views, why not go for a hot air balloon ride over the beautiful county. That way you can see it all!


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