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The 14th century castle offers a glimpse of medieval splendour with spiral staircases, battlements and an original wooden portcullis, with just enough of the ruined interior remaining to give an impression of castle life. Beneath its turrets winds the Kent & East Sussex Railway, its steam and diesel engines travelling 10 miles from the immaculately restored Bodiam Station to Tenterden, stopping along the way at Rolvenden, Wittersham and Northiam.

But beautiful Bodiam isn’t only about history, there’s also lots to do on the River Rother, from kayaking and rowing to stand-up paddleboarding and boat rides. Camp on the riverbank at Bodiam Boating Station and huddle around a campfire to cook dinner or watch the stars. Or stay in a hand-built shepherd’s hut at The Hub and try your hand at bushcraft, archery or ceramics.

This is also great walking country, with the railway adding even more options. Why not walk from Bodiam to Northiam, taking in the 15th century manor house Great Dixter, then return by train? Great Dixter’s beautiful gardens were created in 1910 by architect Edwin Lutyens, and were further developed by gardener and writer Christopher Lloyd.

Not far from Northiam is the UK’s largest organic vineyard, Oxney Organic Estate, which grows pinot noir, pinot meunier, chardonnay and seyval blanc vines to make award-winning English sparkling wines. Tours are available on Fridays and every other Saturday, and you can even stay on site in a converted barn or shepherd’s hut.

High above it all, set in a wooded glade overlooking the valley, stands the medieval parish church of St Giles, a predominantly 13th-century building whose tower is home to a series of medieval brasses.

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Bodiam Castle

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Bodiam, Nr Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5UA

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+44 (0)1580 830196

bodiamcastle@nationaltrust.org.uk

Bodiam, Nr Robertsbridge

One of Britain’s most picturesque castles in the heart of a historic landscape.

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Great Dixter House and Gardens

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Northiam, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 6PH

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+44 01797 252878

office@greatdixter.co.uk

Rye

An example of a 15thC manor house with antique furniture and needlework. Home of gardening writer the late Christopher Lloyd. The house is restored and the gardens were designed by Lutyens.

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Fullers Follies

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BRIGHTLING, East Sussex, TN32 5DE

BRIGHTLING

Fuller's Follies are by far the strangest of all 1066 Country's attractions. Set in the Sussex in countryside in a village called Brightling, they are bizarre testaments to the eccentricity of John 'Mad Jack' Fuller, a Victorian Squire who was prone…

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Merriments Gardens

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Hawkhurst Road, Hurst Green, East Sussex, TN19 7RA

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+44 01580 860666

info@merriments.co.uk

Hurst Green

A 4-acre garden featuring herbaceous borders, unusual plants, water gardens and colour-themed borders. Nursery, bird centre, shop and Garden Room restaurant

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Eggs to Apples

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London Road, Hurst Green, TN19 7QP

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+44(0)1580 860566

hello@eggstoapples.co.uk

Hurst Green

An award winning farm shop and café showcasing the best in fresh, local produce – from vegan cakes and vegetables to fresh meat, fish and cheese.

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Bodiam Boating Station

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Riverside Cottage, Rye Road, Newenden, TN18 5PP

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+44(0)1797 253838

info@bodiamboatingstation.co.uk

Newenden

Affordable, fun family days out. Tranquil river cruises to Nat Trust Bodiam Castle. Mess about on the river in kayak/rowing boat/canoe/SUP. Stay in our small campsite; campfires encouraged. Enjoy hearty breakfast, lunch (speciality Spanish Tapas) or…

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