22 must see attractions...

Ashford Golf Club

01233 622 655

Easily reached from Ashford International Hotel, Ashford Golf Club has a superbly well established course and makes for a great round of golf during your stay at the Ashford International Hotel. 

Ashford International Hotel is a perfect base to explore many nearby beaches which are perfect fun for the whole family. These are a few of our favourites - Broadstairs, Margate, Camber Sands, Joss Bay, St Margaret’s Bay

Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest

01580 879820

Explore to your hearts content this fabulous world of trees!! There is so much to see and do here to ensure fun and interest for all the family.

The Home of Charles Darwin,

Down House

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Down House was the family home of Victorian scientist Charles Darwin. Explore the magnificent landscaped gardens including Darwin's outdoor laboratory and see inside the house for a real insight in to Darwin's life as it was.

Godinton House  & Gardens

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This predominantly Jacobean house with Medieval Hall and beautifully furnished rooms us situated within 12 acres of immaculately maintained gardens.

Goodnestone Park Gardens

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A haven of beautiful tranquillity in south-east Kent. With special events taking place throughout the year in these highly acclaimed gardens and plenty of places to enjoy a family day out, there really is so much to see.

Groombridge Place Gardens

01892 861444

Formal gardens form the centrepiece of this attraction, but the enchanted forest is also worth a visit. A number of special events take place here each year, click the name of the attraction to find out more.

Hall Place Gardens

01322 526574

This Grade I Listed building dates back to 1537 and boasts panelled interior hall and various period bedrooms. The gardens on the estate incorporate topiary, enclosed gardens and even a nursery selling plants grown at the Hall.

Mount Ephraim

01227 751496

Providing the perfect place for a relaxing day out, Mount Ephraim is an 800 acre estate offering magnificent views over the Swale Estuary as well as ten acres of gardens.

Penshurst Place & Gardens

01892 870307

The centrepiece of the estate is the 11 acre formal walled garden, which has records dating back to 1346.The Medieval house has been the seat of the Sidney family since 1552 and retains much of its original character.

Sissinghurst Castle Garden

01580 710701

The garden is located in the grounds of an Elizabethan mansion and was designed by writer Vita Sackville-West and her husband Harold Nicolson.

Squerryes Court

01959 562345

This imposing 17th Century manor house is surrounded by 20 acres of attractive gardens and incorporates a lake and an 18th Century dovecote.

Port Lympne Wild Animal Park

01303 264 647

Every day is different at Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and there's always something new to see and do. Set in 600 acres, including a magnificent mansion and 15 acres of landscaped gardens the park offers a totally wild day out in Kent for all the family

Howletts Wild Animal Park

01227 721286

Spend a thrilling day out in Kent at Howletts Wild Animal Park - a 90 acre adventure in beautiful ancient parkland

Bluewater Shopping Centre

0870 777 0252

Built in a former chalk quarry it is the UK's 2nd largest indoor shopping centre with 330 stores

McArthur Glen Designer Outlet Shopping Village

01233 895900

Satisfy your desire for labels and find fabulous bargains. At the Ashford Designer Outlet, you'll find over 80 high street names and designer brands all under one roof

Ashford International Hotel residents can get an extra 10% off at participating stores on production of their room key card. Ask at reception for more details

Westfield Stratford

0208 221 7300

Europe's largest shopping mall is just 2 stops from Ashford International and just 26 minutes away!

Leeds Castle

01622 765 400

Visitors are transported through 900 years of the castle’s history; an eclectic mix of period architecture, sumptuous interiors and family treasures waiting to be discovered

Scotney Castle

01892 893820

This ruined 14th Century castle with moat is set within romantic gardens, incorporating a wooded estate, a heather thatched ice-house and a Victorian country house.

Walmer Castle & Gardens

01304 364288

The castle was originally built during the reign of Henry VIII as part of a chain of coastal artillery defences. The castle was 'home' to the Duke of Wellington until his death in 1852 and the on-site Wellington museum displays some of the Dukes personal effects.

Dover Castle & Secret Medieval Tunnels

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The castle has a rather colourful history that is as fascinating as it is miraculous. Set high above the white cliffs of Dover the castle has countless things to see and do including a visit to the secret wartime tunnels and the opportunity to see one of Europe's best preserved Roman lighthouses.

Canterbury Cathedral

01227 762862

Mother Church of the Anglican Communion and seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury. The Cathedral is both a holy place and part of a World Heritage Site

Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway

01797 362353

The Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway is Kent's mainline in miniature. First opened to traffic in July 1927 as the 'World's Smallest Public Railway' and now covering a distance of 13.5 miles from the picturesque Cinque Port of Hythe, near the channel tunnel, to the fishermans cottages and lighthouses at Dungeness

Biddenden Vineyards

01580 291726

The vineyards were established by the Barnes family in 1969. Starting with one acre the vineyards has grown to 22 acres with nine varieties of grapes grown. Set on a gentle south facing slope in a shallow sheltered valley, ideal conditions for vines.