Things To Do

Northdown Escapes

Things To Do

Whether it be a simple weekend getaway or a longer stay, why not explore Kent from our holiday lodge or Shepherd’s hut? Nestled in the heart of the North Downs countryside, you can see why Kent is known as ‘The Garden of England’ and it won’t disappoint, with many beautiful places to see including local castles, beaches and wonderful restaurants that are scattered around all within easy reach of us.

Northdown Lodge is a traditional converted barn and is ideal for families, couples, friends or even those working in the area. The beds all have the option to split as twins or doubles, offering more options to guests.

Local Pubs

Our favourite local Gastro pub to eat, booking recommended.

Set amidst Woodland trust walks and a good stop off on country walks from us. Good Pub grub and live music often on.

14th Century pub reopening summer 2024 after being destroyed by fire. We can’t wait to see this re open!

Local Attractions

We are lucky enough to be situated within the North Downs way in an area of outstanding beauty. Next door to us is the Hucking Estate, managed by the Woodland trust who have mapped out beautiful walks through woodland and fields with many viewpoints over the North Downs. As you explore you will come across carvings dotted around the Estate.

Leeds castle is renowned for being “the most beautiful castle in the world” is more than just a castle with birds of prey displays, fantastic maze, playground’s and also Go Ape on site.

An hour’s drive to a beautiful sandy beach with small funfairs for toddlers close by at Dymchurch. You can also get there by taking the miniature railway from Hythe.

A 40 min drive to Whitstable, a very popular seaside town. Famous for it’s oysters!

 Another popular tourist destination offering Art galleries, cafes’s and bars, the beach and for those thrill seekers, there is Dreamland amusement park.

More to do...

All the above are just a few of the attractions nearby.

Shopping at Ashford Outlet, and Maidstone town centre where you will also offering bowling and the Odeon cinema or fabulous Bluewater indoor shopping complex with great restaurants and Showcase cinema too.

Louise will always be happy to help with further information on things to do.