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| Found 14 results while searching for rainy days kent |
| Revolution Skatepark and Climbing Centre, Broadstairs, Kent, 01843 866707/866706 Indoor climbing centre and skatepark. The climbing walls are suitable for both novices and experienced climbers. The Skatepark has an indoor street course, ramp room and an outdoor mini-street complex. School Holidays - Summer Skate Camp 25th - 29th August 11am - 3pm. |
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| Leeds Castle, Leeds Castle, Kent, 01622 765400 Originally the site of a manor for the Saxon Royal Family, the site of Leeds Castle has been a Norman stronghold, residence to six medieval Queens, the palace of Henry VIII and a 1920's country retreat. Visitors can journey through 1000 years of history in the Castle, and walk through the 500 acre parkland of gardens and attractions including a maze, grotto, falconry, and aviary, which is home to over 100 rare and endangered species. Outdoor Proms - Family Prom in the Big Top 31st August.The British Philharmonic Orchestra perform a classical concert in the Big Top. Music visitors can expect to hear includ themes from Harry Potter and Superman, Stars and Stripes Forever and a finale of Land of Hope and Glory. Starts at 2.00pm. 6th & 7th September - Jousting and Family Fun Day. |
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| Dickens World, Chatham, Kent, 01634 890421 Opened in 2007 at a cost of around £60 million, the Charles Dickens indoor them park allows visitors to experience living in Dicken's time, with the sights, sounds and smells of the 19th century. Themed around Dicken's life and books, things to do include a ride on Europe's largest boat ride called "Great Expectations", visit Ebenezer Scrooge haunted house, and Fagen's den. |
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| Canterbury Tales, Canterbury, Kent, 01227 479227 Return to 14th century England through the eyes of the Canterbury Tales. Visitors begin their journey at the Inn, where you will meet Chaucer and his pilgrims, then continue walk through the different tales before ending the journey at the reconstruction of the Shrine of St.Thomas Beckett, followed by a medieval market. Journey lasts around 45 minutes. |
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| Hever Castle, Hever, Kent, 01732 865224 Moated castle dating back to the 13th century and childhood home of Anne Boleyn. Later acquired by William Waldorf Astor who created the spectacular gardens, and a house of beautiful furniture, paintings and tapestry. The Yew Maze, a miniature model house exhibition, and an adventure playground are other attractions at this historical castle. |
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| Penshurst Place, Penshurst, Kent, 01892 870307 Described as the grandest and most perfectly preserved examples of a fortified manor house in England. Staterooms, tapestries, furniture, portraits and armour on display. In addition to the manor house, there are 10 acres of gardens, a toy museum and a venture playground. |
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| Chislehurst Caves, Chislehurst, Kent, 0208 467 3264 Twenty miles of caverns and passageways dating back 8,000 years. Divided into three eras, Saxon, Druid and Roman, and during the Second World War, the caves were used as air raid shelters. The guided tours last 45 minutes. |
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| Evolution Indoor Climbing, Lye Green, Kent, 01892 862924 Locoated on the Kent and Sussex borders, this indoor climbing centre has a 360 square metre climbing area. Bouldering, leading, top roping and an abseil tower are some of the climbing facilities available. |
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Sir Winston Churchill lived at Chartwell from 1924 to the day he died. Lovely property in beautiful grounds. read more... |
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Outstanding 14th century manor house, owned by the National Trust. Rare example of a moated medieval manor property. read more... |
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National Trust owned 18th century property with history and grandeur, in the heart of Kent. Birthplace of novelist and poet Vita Sackville-West. read more... |
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| Shepherd Neame Brewery Tours, Faversham, 01795 542016 Shepherd Neame is Britain’s oldest brewer dating back 300 years. An independent family company, they offer a two hour brewery tour giving visitors an insight of the company from the early days of brewing to present day. The tour takes in the brewery seeing how beer is made from scratch, seeing traditional mash tuns, the Millennium Brew House and the packaging lines, and the all important tasting! |
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| Maidstone Museum & Bentlif Art Gallery, Maidstone, Kent, 01622 602838 The Museum is housed in a large 16th century manor house with various collections including a costume gallery, objects of natural history, fossils, military memorabilia, Egyptian Mummy, and life size dinosaurs. There are interactive areas, as well as regular exhibitions, workshops and children’s activities. |
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| Shell Grotto, Margate, Kent, 01843 220008 Found by accident in the 19th century whilst digging a duck pond, the Shell Grotto is 2000 sq ft of winding underground passages, covered with 4.6 million shells in mosaic symbols leading to an oblong chamber. It remains a mystery as to what this place is and why it was created. There is also a shop, museum and café. |
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