Pictures of Lynsted
in the county of Kent
About Lynsted
A pretty Kentish village located a few miles from the coast. It is 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. Hop and Apple orchards dominate part of the landscape.
In the pretty lanes and streets you can see a rich variety of architecture. In Ludgate Lane there are handsome timber-frame Tudor buildings, and the Church of St.Peter and St.Paul, with its substantial tower and short spire dates back to the 15th-century. Its peaceful, lawned churchyard shows graves from centuries past. Within the church there are 17th-century monuments by the early English sculptor, Epiphanius Evesham. This church is a very calm, spiritual place and is well worth seeing.
Parts of the village are designated conservation areas, here you can see well cared for properties from the 18th-century, and the school is housed in a beautiful building from Victorian times. The many fine manor houses in the area include Lynsted Court, Lynsted Park and Bogle House. The Black Lion is a picturesque Jacobean tavern that should not be missed! The shops are few but they are friendly, so too, are the other local public houses.
In nearby Doddington there are pretty cottages. This whole area is pleasant, relaxed and friendly, it is well worth more than a second glance and would make an ideal base to tarry whilst exploring the lovely Kentish countryside and coast.
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 Lynsted
| Isle of Sheppey | (5.9 miles, 9.6 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Leeds Castle | (8.2 miles, 13.2 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Archbishops Palace | (11.9 miles, 19.2 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Allington Castle | (12.1 miles, 19.4 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Historic Dockyard, Chatham | (12.5 miles, 20.1 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Canterbury Cathedral | (13.0 miles, 20.9 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Upnor Castle | (13.0 miles, 20.9 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Canterbury Royal Museum & Art Gallery | (13.0 miles, 20.9 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Rochester Cathedral | (13.0 miles, 21.0 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Sir John Boy's House (Kings Gallery) | (13.0 miles, 21.0 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Charles Dickens Chalet | (13.1 miles, 21.1 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Restoration House | (13.1 miles, 21.1 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Rochester Castle | (13.4 miles, 21.5 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Guildhall Museum | (13.6 miles, 21.9 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| St Augustine's Abbey | (13.7 miles, 22.0 km, direction E) | Pictures |
All attractions in LynstedAll attractions in KentComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Lynsted
Faversham, a Historic Market Town in the county of Kent (4.5 miles, 7.3 km, direction E)
There is record of settlements in the area in pre-historic times, it is known that the Romans and the Anglo-Saxons both established villages.
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Upchurch, in the county of Kent (7.3 miles, 11.8 km, direction NW)
This is an historic, interesting village which was once home to Edmund Drake, father of Sir Francis, who became vicar of the local church in 1560.
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Leysdown-on-Sea, in the county of Kent (8.1 miles, 13.1 km, direction NE)
This is a busy Kentish coastal holiday resort which has sandy beaches and safe shallow waters, thus the beach is ideal for sunbathing and to swim from.
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Sheerness, in the county of Kent (8.7 miles, 14.0 km, direction N)
This is the port to which Nelson's body was brought home following his untimely death after his glorious victory at the Battle of Trafalgar.
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Leeds, in the county of Kent (9.0 miles, 14.4 km, direction SW)
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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Chilham, in the county of Kent (9.3 miles, 14.9 km, direction SE)
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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Pluckley, in the county of Kent (9.6 miles, 15.5 km, direction S)
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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Canterbury, in the county of Kent (12.9 miles, 20.8 km, direction E)
Canterbury is an exquisite joyous place, it is submerged in history and is considered to be the birthplace of English...
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Shoeburyness, in the county of Essex (15.0 miles, 24.1 km, direction N)
Shoeburyness lies to the eastern end of Southend beyond Thorpe Bay.
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Westcliff-on-Sea, in the county of Essex (15.7 miles, 25.3 km, direction N)
The coast along this stretch of Essex beaches may be somewhat urbanised, but it remains full of surprises with reminders of the times when smugglers would stealthily enter the creeks between the mudflats to distribute their illicit cargoes at local inns.
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Higham, in the county of Kent (15.8 miles, 25.4 km, direction NW)
An interesting village situated between Gravesend and Rochester in Kent, with links to the author Charles Dickens, the notorious...
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Southend-on-Sea, in the county of Essex (16.0 miles, 25.7 km, direction N)
Southend-on-Sea is mostly known for its long pier and large amusement park - Adventure Island, which has rides to suit all tastes and all ages.
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Canvey Island, in the county of Essex (16.6 miles, 26.7 km, direction NW)
With a pleasant coast, intriguing creeks to explore and views across the Thames estuary to Allhallows and beyond, it is not surprising that Canvey Island is a popular tourist destination.
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Leigh-on-Sea, in the county of Essex (16.7 miles, 26.9 km, direction N)
At Leigh, visitors will find a small sandy beach and a narrow High Street containing lovely old fishermen's cottages. The resort is situated close to Leigh Marsh Nature Reserve and Two Tree Island, a lonely expanse of windswept grass and saltings.
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Tenterden, in the county of Kent (17.5 miles, 28.2 km, direction S)
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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All towns in KentComplete A to Z of towns in EnglandNearby travel help
| Teynham Station | (1.5 miles, 2.5 km, direction NE) |
| Sittingbourne Station | (3.0 miles, 4.8 km, direction NW) |
| M2 Junction 6 | (4.7 miles, 7.5 km, direction E) |
| M2 Junction 5 | (5.2 miles, 8.4 km, direction W) |
| Lydd Airport | (26.0 miles, 41.9 km, direction S) |
| London City Airport | (34.0 miles, 54.7 km, direction W) |
| Lynsted to London | (41.7 miles, 67.0 km, direction W) |
Hotels & Accommodation in Lynsted
| Hotel Name | Approximate distance from Lynsted center |
| Hempstead House Hotel & Restaurant | (1.3 miles, 2.2 km, direction NW) |
| The Beaumont | (3.4 miles, 5.5 km, direction NW) |
| The Sun Inn | (4.5 miles, 7.3 km, direction E) |
| The Lime Tree Hotel | (5.9 miles, 9.5 km, direction SW) |
| The Dog & Bear Hotel | (6.1 miles, 9.9 km, direction SW) |
| Shurland Hotel | (7.1 miles, 11.4 km, direction NE) |
| The Royal Oak | (7.3 miles, 11.7 km, direction S) |
| Chilston Park Country House Hotel | (7.5 miles, 12.1 km, direction SW) |
| The White Horse Inn | (7.7 miles, 12.4 km, direction E) |
| Ramada Hotel & Resort Maidstone | (8.3 miles, 13.3 km, direction SW) |
| All hotels in Lynsted |
