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Castle / Fort
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Bodiam, Nr Robertsbridge
A quintessentially English castle. One of Britain’s most picturesque castles in the heart of a historic landscape. As was Sir Edward Dallingridge’s vision when he built the castle in 1385, the approach to the castle with towers rising majestically from the moat is awe inspiring. With spiral...
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Lake / Reservoir
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Lamberhurst
Bewl Water is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, located in the heart of the High Weald. Home to the largest stretch of water in the South East, Bewl Water boasts a stunning reservoir, scenic woodland walks, cycle paths as well as many activities for the whole family.
Situated near the...
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Steam Railway
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Tenterden
Everyone can enjoy a fun step back in time at Tenterden’s Steam Railway. Why not take a journey behind one of the railway’s delightful steam or diesel engines and travel through ten and a half miles of idyllic countryside from Tenterden to Bodiam. The railway is in close proximity by road to a...
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Garden
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Ticehurst, Wadhurst
'One of the finest gardens in England' Pashley Manor Gardens offers a sumptuous blend of romantic landscaping, imaginative plantings and fine old trees, fountains, springs and large ponds.
Whatever month you choose to visit there is something to delight the senses. Through April to May the...
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Historic House / Palace
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Burwash, Etchingham
This 17thC Sussex Ironmaster's house, built in a Wealden valley, was the home of writer Rudyard Kipling from 1902 to 1936. Rooms used by Kipling can be seen, including his study which is exactly as it was when he wrote Puck of Pooks Hill and other books and poems here. Kipling's Rolls Royce car is...
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Garden
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Rye
Great Dixter, birthplace, home and passion of gardening writer the late Christopher Lloyd was built c1450 and boasts one of the largest surviving timber-framed halls in the country. Of particular note is the antique furniture and needlework collection.
Sir Edwin Lutyens was employed to restore...
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Animal Collection / Zoo
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Alfriston
Widely regarded as the best small zoo in Europe, the award-winning Drusillas Park in East Sussex offers a fun finding-out day out for all the family. With over one hundred different animal species, there is plenty to enthral every visitor - young or old! Come and see some amazing animals, from...
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Garden
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Etchingham
This romantic 5-acre garden has many mature trees and rhododendrons surviving the 1980s' hurricane. There are water features and a stunning wild garden with gazebo and pond. Main borders include old roses and herbaceous plantings. The secret garden leads to the attractive garden house and to a...
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Forest
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Goudhurst
Adventure in a world of trees.
Open every day, Bedgebury is the perfect place for cyclng, walking, riding and playing in a spectacular world of trees.
The National Pinetum is a world-class collection of dramatic conifers and a beautiful setting for a country walk in all seasons. The two...
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Sightseeing
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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 afternoon tea in our licensed café & garden....
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Heritage / Visitor Centre
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BREDE
A museum of water heritage pumping machinery, mainly from the steam era. The collection comprises examples of triple expansion and compound steam pumps dating from 1889 and all capable of being demonstrated currently by compressed air, but ultimately under steam power.
The original tall engine...
