The Garden of England

Kent

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National Trust Property visits include Knole Park, Emmetts Garden, Penshurst Place & Ightham Mote. All welcome. Deduction made for National Trust Members.

Trip Description

Famous for its food and drink production, this little corner of England is not called the 'The Garden of England' for nothing. There is a wide range of country estates, gardens and castles to visit, with a history and heritage to rival most other places in the country. One notably place of interest is Penshurst Place, a manor house and gardens well known for its scenic views and definitely worth our visit.

Knole Park - a medieval deer park and vast estate, originally built as an archbishop’s palace. The showrooms depict Reynolds, Gainsborough and Van Dyck plus seventeenth century tapestries and furniture. The Gatehouse Tower, with spiral staircase afford wondeful views and beautiful gardens.

Emmetts Garden - an Edwardian Estate with exotic plants, best known for it's Spring colour. Best seen from April to May.

Penshurst Place - built in 1341, a superb medeival manor house with 11 acres of formal gardens to explore.

Ightham Mote - a medieval moated manor house with lakes, orchard, flower borders and gloroius views. Best seen from May to August.

Hotel Description

Staying in the heart of the "Garden of England" is the 4* Maidstone Great Danes Hotel, set in 26 acres of landscaped gardens and situated next door to the majestic and regal Leeds Castle. The 126 contemporary ensuite rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV, Hairdryer and Tea and Coffee making facilities. An informal brasserie serves international and English cuisine. The hotel fitness centre offers a heated indoor pool, sauna, steam room and gym.

Hotel Facilities

Brasseries Restaurant
The Bar
Feel Good Health Club with indoor swimming pool
Reduced Mobility Rooms
Lift
Beauty Salon
Hairdressing Salon
Complementary high speed Wi-Fi

Price Includes

Porterage
Full Cooked Breakfast
3 course evening meal with 3 choices per course
Tea or Coffee after dinner
Jugs of water on the table
Free use of Leisure Facilities
Admission to Knole Park
Admission to Emmetts Garden
Admission to Penshurst Place
Admission to Ightham Mote
Please bring a valid National Trust Card to show on entry
NATIONAL TRUST MEMBERS REDUCTION - £60

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