Pictures of Bethersden
in the county of Kent
About Bethersden
This is a picturesque village set amidst the glory of the Kentish countryside, a region of tile hung cottages, spectacular old mills and pretty oasthouses. It is a peaceful place lying between Biddenden and Mersham.
Bethersden offers the opportunity to explore both countryside and coast from a hamlet showing properties dating back to the 17th and 18th-centuries. There are lovely walks through fields and woodland taking you to Smarden and Biddenden. Both villages have pubs offering ales, wine and good food to restore you after your stroll. And Bethersden itself has a welcoming inn.
Further afield lie Sissinghurst Castle, Tenterden, Appledore and beautiful Rye Harbour overlooking Rye Bay.
Bethersden is very much an "off the beaten track" village, but once found visitors are known to find their way back again, for here there is a lovely atmosphere and a rare tranquillity
Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.
Distances and directions below are approximate. For true driving distances please visit the AA Route Planner
Recommended attractions near Bethersden
| Hole Park Gardens | (7.2 miles, 11.6 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Great Maytham Hall | (7.3 miles, 11.7 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Sissinghurst Castle Garden | (7.4 miles, 12.0 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Leeds Castle | (9.8 miles, 15.8 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Lamb House | (11.3 miles, 18.1 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Bodiam Castle | (12.1 miles, 19.5 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Rye Castle Museum | (12.2 miles, 19.6 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Lympne Castle | (12.2 miles, 19.6 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Port Lympne Wild Animal Park | (12.3 miles, 19.9 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Camber Castle | (13.1 miles, 21.1 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway | (13.4 miles, 21.5 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Archbishops Palace | (13.9 miles, 22.4 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Scotney Castle | (14.4 miles, 23.1 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Marle Place Gardens | (15.1 miles, 24.3 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Saltwood Castle | (15.1 miles, 24.4 km, direction E) | Pictures |
All attractions in BethersdenAll attractions in KentComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Bethersden
Pluckley, in the county of Kent (3.6 miles, 5.8 km, direction N)
The village, which is scrambled on a ridge above the scenic River Beult, is said to be the most haunted village in England.
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Tenterden, in the county of Kent (4.6 miles, 7.3 km, direction SW)
The town is located on slightly rising ground looking out over the vast agricultural landscape of the Rother Levels, which sweep down to the Romney Marshes and finally, the sea.
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Smallhythe, in the county of Kent (6.1 miles, 9.9 km, direction S)
Between the 14th and the 16th-centuries this lovely Wealdon hamlet was a flourishing port and famous ship building centre where one of Henry VIII war-ships was built.
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Appledore, in the county of Kent (7.1 miles, 11.4 km, direction S)
This picturesque village with its wealth of attractive architectural properties sits quietly on the edge of Romney Marsh.
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Rolvenden, in the county of Kent (7.2 miles, 11.6 km, direction SW)
Surrounded by a well-wooded landscape, this delightful village was first mentioned in the Doomsday Book, so we are assured of its long history.
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Cranbrook, in the county of Kent (9.3 miles, 14.9 km, direction W)
Cranbrook is an old rural town of numerous streets and alleys, all still true to their medieval layout.
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Brookland, in the county of Kent (9.7 miles, 15.6 km, direction SE)
This is a pretty area full of natural wonders to be discovered on quiet walks or by taking a cycle ride along the paths of the many rivers.
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Leeds, in the county of Kent (10.1 miles, 16.3 km, direction NW)
For a romantic day out and a trip into England's rich historic past you can do no better than visit the pastoral village of Leeds.
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Playden, in the county of East Sussex (11.3 miles, 18.2 km, direction S)
Playden is situated just north of Rye. It is most noted for its beautiful Norman Church dedicated to St. Michael which dates from around 1190.
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Rye, in the county of East Sussex (12.2 miles, 19.6 km, direction S)
Regarded by many as the prettiest town in England, Rye is a very popular place to visit along the south coast of England in...
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Chilham, in the county of Kent (12.7 miles, 20.4 km, direction NE)
Chilham is a place of extraordinary serenity, it is both picturesque and pleasant, a lovely place to spend a perfectly peaceful day or a quiet, romantic weekend.
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Lynsted, in the county of Kent (13.2 miles, 21.3 km, direction N)
A charming, restful place in what is known as cherry-orchard country, and although the cherries are still here, arable farming has taken over much of the land.
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Camber, in the county of East Sussex (13.4 miles, 21.6 km, direction S)
Backed by the Walland Marsh, Camber has one of the finest stretches of pure sand and sand dunes found along the East Sussex coast.
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Winchelsea, a Historic Market Town in the county of East Sussex (14.2 miles, 22.8 km, direction S)
This is a pretty, busy little town tucked along a ridge overlooking Pett Level.
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Brede, in the county of East Sussex (14.6 miles, 23.6 km, direction SW)
The delightful village stands on the southern slopes of the Brede River. It is but a short distance from the town of Battle, famous for the Battle of Hastings.
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All towns in KentComplete A to Z of towns in EnglandNearby travel help
| Pluckley Station | (2.0 miles, 3.2 km, direction N) |
| Headcorn Station | (5.6 miles, 9.0 km, direction NW) |
| M20 Junction 9 | (6.0 miles, 9.6 km, direction NE) |
| M20 Junction 10 | (7.0 miles, 11.3 km, direction E) |
| Lydd Airport | (14.9 miles, 23.9 km, direction SE) |
| London City Airport | (39.5 miles, 63.5 km, direction NW) |
| Bethersden to London | (46.0 miles, 74.1 km, direction NW) |
Hotels & Accommodation in Bethersden
| Hotel Name | Approximate distance from Bethersden center |
| Little Silver Country Hotel | (3.3 miles, 5.4 km, direction SW) |
| Best Western London Beach Country Hotel & Golf Club | (3.4 miles, 5.4 km, direction SW) |
| Holiday Inn Ashford North | (5.2 miles, 8.4 km, direction NE) |
| Ryemore Guest House | (5.6 miles, 8.9 km, direction NE) |
| Ashford International Hotel - A QHotel | (5.8 miles, 9.3 km, direction NE) |
| Cornerstone B&B | (5.9 miles, 9.5 km, direction E) |
| The Royal Oak | (6.2 miles, 10.0 km, direction N) |
| Holiday Inn Ashford Central | (6.3 miles, 10.2 km, direction NE) |
| Chilston Park Country House Hotel | (6.8 miles, 11.0 km, direction N) |
| Headcorn Lodge Hotel | (7.0 miles, 11.3 km, direction NW) |
| All hotels in Bethersden |
