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About the county of Kent
A county in England
In the South-East corner of England lies the County of Kent an amazingly beautiful area steeped in fascinating history, inviting cities, interesting towns, pretty villages and picturesque countryside. Kent boasts over 50 museums including, 'Sevenoaks Museum', which first opened in 1920 and 'Ramsgate Museum', located in a 1904 neo-Georgian Adam-style building designed by S D Adshead. There are also several stately homes, Castles, beautiful parks and gardens to explore. Notable attractions include, 'Canterbury Cathedral' situated in the city of Canterbury, the worlds largest collection of oast housesat The Hop Farm Country Park and the medieval 'Leeds Castle' built on two small islands in a lake set in 500 acres of parkland and gardens.
Or see below for all the magical places Kent has to offer, including the best accommodation for those wishing to stay in an historic property or picturesque setting..
Recommended Towns & Villages to visit in Kent
Barfrestone (28 Pictures)
in the county of Kent
Apart from the church, the village of Barfrestone reveals leafy lanes studded with enchanting cottages...
Brookland (6 Pictures)
in the county of Kent
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...
Dover (195 Pictures)
a Seaside Town in the county of Kent
The white cliffs of Dover, the view that has stirred the hearts of English travellers for centuries...
Picturesque Villages in KentHistoric Market Towns in KentAll Kent towns & villagesAll towns in EnglandRecommended Attractions to visit in Kent
Emmetts Garden (41 Pictures)
This must be the most perfectly positioned of all the gardens in the care of the National Trust. It occupies a majestic hill-top.....
New Tavern Fort (2 Pictures)
Amongst the fascination of the waterfront at Gravesend is New Tavern Fort, and although the fort was re-armed in 1904 and guns.....
Scotney Castle (143 Pictures)
What could be more romantic than to wander amongst the ruins of moated Scotney Castle, believed to have been begun in the latter.....
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