Pictures of Plaxtol
in the county of Kent
About Plaxtol
This is a picturesque Kentish village at the centre of the counties hop growing fields. It has interesting Oast houses and a concentration of charming brick built cottages.
The village is most noted for its historic church, which interestingly was built in 1649 during the English Civil War. Perhaps, it was because of Cromwell's thinking that the church never received a dedication, it is simply known as the village church. Nonetheless, this lovely mellow church building is well worth a visit.
Another architectural gem in the area not to be missed is the gorgeous 14th century Ightham Mote. This was the home of the Selby family from 1598 to 1889, it has original doorways, an outstanding Tudor chapel and shows a mixture of styles from the Jacobean to Victorian. Since the time of the Selby's the house has met with mixed fortunes, it was saved from total destruction by a Mr. Robinson, who bought it and did much to restore it to its former splendour. It is now in the hands of the National Trust and is open to public view.
Plaxtol lies between Sevenoaks and Tonbridge, it has one pub - The Papermaker's Arms, perfect for relaxing after exploring the lovely leafy lanes and rolling countryside surrounding the village which has nature trails and is best enjoyed on foot.
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 Plaxtol
| Old Soar Manor | (1.0 miles, 1.6 km) | Pictures |
| Ightham Mote | (1.1 miles, 1.8 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Knole House & Deer Park | (3.7 miles, 5.9 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Tonbridge Castle | (4.2 miles, 6.8 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Sevenoaks Wildfowl Reserve | (5.3 miles, 8.5 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Manor Country Park | (5.5 miles, 8.8 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Coldrum Long Barrow | (5.6 miles, 9.0 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Trosley Country Park | (6.2 miles, 10.0 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Brands Hatch | (7.0 miles, 11.3 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Emmetts Garden | (7.5 miles, 12.1 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Penshurst Place and Gardens | (7.6 miles, 12.2 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Chiddingstone Castle | (8.5 miles, 13.7 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Lullingstone Castle | (8.5 miles, 13.7 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Camer Country Park | (8.7 miles, 13.9 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Lullingstone Roman Villa | (8.9 miles, 14.4 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
All attractions in PlaxtolAll attractions in KentComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Plaxtol
Shipbourne, in the county of Kent (1.2 miles, 1.9 km, direction SW)
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Tonbridge, in the county of Kent (4.4 miles, 7.1 km, direction S)
Fine streets show a rich variety of architecture including typical Wealden tile-hung properties, and handsome Georgian and Victorian buildings dominating the river scene.
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Meopham Green, in the county of Kent (7.6 miles, 12.2 km, direction N)
This is an attractive Kentish village lying to the south of Gravesend. It is picked out by its Windmill of 1801, which has been lovingly restored back to its original working order and is now one of the best preserved in Kent.
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Chiddingstone, in the county of Kent (8.3 miles, 13.3 km, direction SW)
Fascinating village, owned by the National Trust which is crammed with beautiful properties from the 16th and 17th-century probably built with iron-industry money.
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Eynsford, in the county of Kent (8.3 miles, 13.4 km, direction NW)
This is a small town in the Darent Valley. Way back in the mists of history it was thought to be an important town, but is now...
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Brenchley, in the county of Kent (8.8 miles, 14.1 km, direction SE)
Brenchley is a beautiful "showpiece" village full of picturesque Tudor cottages, complimented by houses from the Regency and Victorian periods.
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Tunbridge Wells, in the county of Kent (9.1 miles, 14.6 km, direction S)
Also known as Royal Tunbridge Wells and only a short distance from London, this popular spa town gained a reputation as the place to see and be seen during Georgian Times frequented by royalty and fashionable members of aristocracy. It also happens to be surrounded by some of the most beautiful countryside in England.
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Groombridge, in the county of East Sussex (11.1 miles, 17.9 km, direction SW)
In an area of attractive, outstanding villages, Groombridge with its 18th-century tiled cottages against the back-drop of a beautiful village green, stands out as being the very epitome of the perfect English village.
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Downe, in the county of Greater London (11.7 miles, 18.8 km, direction NW)
In common with most of this region the history of Downe reaches down the centuries to the days of the Romans and William the Conqueror.
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Higham, in the county of Kent (12.9 miles, 20.7 km, direction NE)
An interesting village situated between Gravesend and Rochester in Kent, with links to the author Charles Dickens, the notorious...
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Oxted, in the county of Surrey (12.9 miles, 20.7 km, direction W)
A walk around the village reveals a riot of attractive 17th and 18th century cottages all standing on a rise surrounded by pretty flower-filled gardens.
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Gravesend, in the county of Kent (13.1 miles, 21.1 km, direction N)
Attractive old town overlooking the Thames estuary with walkways and picnic sites ideal for watching the busy water traffic, for this stretch of the river is said to be one of the busiest in the world.
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Greenhithe, in the county of Kent (13.4 miles, 21.6 km, direction N)
Greenhithe is an area of Kent found sandwiched between the River Thames and Watling.
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Dartford, in the county of Kent (13.5 miles, 21.7 km, direction N)
The interest of the town focus's on The Holy Trinity Church, this originated in the 11th century and has a Norman tower.
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Leeds, in the county of Kent (13.7 miles, 22.0 km, direction E)
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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All towns in KentComplete A to Z of towns in EnglandNearby travel help
| Borough Green & Wrotham Station | (2.3 miles, 3.7 km, direction N) |
| Kemsing Station | (3.4 miles, 5.5 km, direction NW) |
| M26 Junction 2A | (3.7 miles, 6.0 km, direction NE) |
| M20 Junction 2 | (4.0 miles, 6.4 km, direction N) |
| London City Airport | (19.8 miles, 31.9 km, direction NW) |
| London Gatwick Airport | (21.8 miles, 35.1 km, direction W) |
| Plaxtol to London | (25.2 miles, 40.5 km, direction NW) |
Hotels & Accommodation in Plaxtol
| Hotel Name | Approximate distance from Plaxtol center |
| The Hadlow Manor Hotel | (3.0 miles, 4.9 km, direction SE) |
| Holiday Inn Maidstone-Sevenoaks | (3.5 miles, 5.6 km, direction NE) |
| The Langley Hotel | (3.9 miles, 6.2 km, direction S) |
| Best Western The Rose And Crown Hotel | (4.3 miles, 7.0 km, direction S) |
| The Royal Oak Hotel | (4.4 miles, 7.0 km, direction W) |
| The Moorings Hotel | (5.0 miles, 8.0 km, direction W) |
| Best Western Donnington Manor Hotel | (6.6 miles, 10.6 km, direction NW) |
| Larkfield Priory Hotel | (6.9 miles, 11.1 km, direction NE) |
| Brandshatch Place & Spa | (7.1 miles, 11.5 km, direction N) |
| Ramada Tunbridge Wells | (7.8 miles, 12.6 km, direction S) |
| All hotels in Plaxtol |
