Pictures of Snowdown
in the county of Kent
About Snowdown
Snowdown was famous for its colliery, it was one of only four collieries in Kent. It opened between 1907 and 1912, with a new town being built at Aylesham to provide home for workers who came largely from the north-east of England and from Wales.
The colliery, owned by the National Coal Board was operational for less than a hundred years. It finally closed in 1987. Interestingly, its choir which was formed in 1929 still lives on. It was initially founded by a Welshman called John Yorath, who was the choir master of St.Peter's Church, Aylesham, and has now been based in the village for 75 years.
With the closure of the mine the choir now draws members from all walks of life. During its illustrious history it has given over 2,000 concerts in venues in England and Europe, including the Albert Hall.
Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.
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Recommended attractions near Snowdown
| Goodnestone Park Gardens | (2.0 miles, 3.2 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Lydden Motor Racing Circuit | (2.9 miles, 4.7 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Howletts Wild Animal Park | (4.5 miles, 7.2 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Crabble Corn Mill | (6.1 miles, 9.8 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| St Augustine's Abbey | (6.5 miles, 10.4 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Richborough Roman Amphitheatre | (6.9 miles, 11.1 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Canterbury Royal Museum & Art Gallery | (7.2 miles, 11.5 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Sir John Boy's House (Kings Gallery) | (7.2 miles, 11.6 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Canterbury Cathedral | (7.3 miles, 11.7 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| The Dover Bronze Age Boat | (7.8 miles, 12.6 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Dover Museum | (7.8 miles, 12.6 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Dover Castle | (7.9 miles, 12.8 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Western Heights Defences | (8.1 miles, 13.0 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Deal Castle | (8.2 miles, 13.2 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Walmer Castle & Garden | (8.3 miles, 13.3 km, direction E) | Pictures |
All attractions in SnowdownAll attractions in KentComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Snowdown
Aylesham, in the county of Kent (0.8 miles, 1.3 km)
The village preserves its history, it has several noted buildings from when it was built and a strong community spirit still prevails. Of interest is the beautiful sculpture dedicated to the men who lived in Aylesham and spent their lives working in the mines.
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Barfrestone, in the county of Kent (1.3 miles, 2.1 km, direction SE)
Apart from the church, the village of Barfrestone reveals leafy lanes studded with enchanting cottages.
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Canterbury, in the county of Kent (7.2 miles, 11.6 km, direction NW)
Canterbury is an exquisite joyous place, it is submerged in history and is considered to be the birthplace of English...
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Dover, in the county of Kent (7.6 miles, 12.2 km, direction SE)
The white cliffs of Dover, the view that has stirred the hearts of English travellers for centuries.
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St Margaret's at Cliffe, in the county of Kent (8.5 miles, 13.7 km, direction SE)
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Chilham, in the county of Kent (10.8 miles, 17.4 km, direction W)
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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Birchington, in the county of Kent (11.5 miles, 18.5 km, direction N)
Situated in what is known as 'The Garden of England' on the north Kent coast along which there is a ribbon of lively towns, lovely sands and an azure blue sea.
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Hythe, in the county of Kent (11.7 miles, 18.8 km, direction SW)
This delightful seaside resort is one of the five original Cinque Ports, it can trace its noble history all the way back to AD732 when it was granted a charter by the Saxon King Ethelred.
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Ramsgate, in the county of Kent (12.1 miles, 19.4 km, direction NE)
Ramsgate's harbour is constantly busy, this is known as a "Royal" harbour, made so by the landing here of King George IV in 1822.
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Broadstairs, in the county of Kent (13.7 miles, 22.0 km, direction NE)
At almost every corner of this popular resort are reminders of the towns association with the famous novelist, Charles Dickens.
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Margate, in the county of Kent (14.0 miles, 22.6 km, direction NE)
Traditional seaside resort which is famous for the invention of the covered bathing machine.
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Faversham, a Historic Market Town in the county of Kent (15.6 miles, 25.1 km, direction NW)
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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Leysdown-on-Sea, in the county of Kent (17.8 miles, 28.6 km, direction NW)
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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Lynsted, in the county of Kent (19.7 miles, 31.7 km, direction W)
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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Pluckley, in the county of Kent (20.1 miles, 32.4 km, direction W)
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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All towns in KentComplete A to Z of towns in EnglandNearby travel help
| Snowdown Station | (0.3 miles, 0.5 km) |
| Aylesham Station | (0.8 miles, 1.2 km) |
| M20 Junction 13 | (8.9 miles, 14.3 km, direction S) |
| M20 Junction 12 | (9.7 miles, 15.6 km, direction S) |
| Lydd Airport | (21.8 miles, 35.1 km, direction SW) |
| London City Airport | (53.7 miles, 86.4 km, direction W) |
| Snowdown to London | (61.4 miles, 98.7 km, direction W) |
Hotels & Accommodation in Snowdown
| Hotel Name | Approximate distance from Snowdown center |
| Old Coach House Hotel | (2.1 miles, 3.3 km, direction SW) |
| The Evenhill | (4.5 miles, 7.2 km, direction NW) |
| Ramada Hotel Dover | (5.3 miles, 8.6 km, direction SE) |
| Chaucer Lodge Guest House | (6.3 miles, 10.2 km, direction NW) |
| Abbots Fireside | (6.3 miles, 10.2 km, direction SW) |
| Beulah House | (6.4 miles, 10.3 km, direction SE) |
| Ebury Hotel | (6.5 miles, 10.4 km, direction NW) |
| Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel | (6.5 miles, 10.5 km, direction NW) |
| Garden Lodge | (6.8 miles, 10.9 km, direction S) |
| Sun Hotel | (7.1 miles, 11.5 km, direction NW) |
| All hotels in Snowdown |
