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Kent is a county in South East England and one of the home counties. It borders Greater London to the north-west, Surrey to the west and East Sussex to the south-west, and Essex to the north across the estuary of the River Thames; it faces the French department of Pas-de-Calais across the Strait of Dover. The county town is Maidstone. It is the fifth most populous county in England, the most populous non-Metropolitan county and the most populous of the home counties.
Kent was one of the first British territories to be settled by Germanic tribes, most notably the Jutes, following the withdrawal of the Romans.[3] Canterbury Cathedral in Kent, the oldest cathedral in England, has been the seat of the Archbishops of Canterbury since the conversion of England to Christianity that began in the 6th century with Saint Augustine. Rochester Cathedral in Medway is England's second-oldest cathedral. Located between London and the Strait of Dover, which separates England from mainland Europe, Kent has been the setting for both conflict and diplomacy, including the Battle of Britain in World War II and the Leeds Castle peace talks of 1978 and 2004.
England relied on the county's ports to provide warships through much of its history; the Cinque Ports in the 10th[4]–14th centuries and Chatham Dockyard in the 16th–20th centuries were of particular importance. France can be seen clearly in fine weather from Folkestone and the White Cliffs of Dover. Hills in the form of the North Downs and the Greensand Ridge span the length of the county and in the Vale of Holmesdale in between and to the south are most of the county's 26 castles.
Kent's economy is greatly diversified: agriculture, haulage, logistics and tourism are major industries. Because of its relative abundance of fruit-growing and hop gardens, Kent is known as "The Garden of England".[5] In northwest Kent, industries include extraction of aggregate building materials, printing and scientific research. Coal mining has also played its part in Kent's industrial heritage. Large parts of Kent are within the London commuter belt and its strong transport connections to the capital and the nearby continent make Kent a high-income county. Twenty-eight per cent of the county forms part of two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty: the North Downs and The High Weald.
Crowborough is the largest and highest inland town in East Sussex, set within the High Weald Area of outstanding Natural Beauty and bordering Ashdown Forest. The gorgeous countryside around the town is a walkers’ paradise and there are also facilities nearby for horse riders, cyclists and rock climbers. Crowborough is situated just south of Tunbridge Wells on the A26, about halfway between London and the south coast, and can also be reached by train on the Uckfield line from London Bridge. The town’s most famous resident was Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, creator of Sherlock Holmes. He is commemorated by a statue which stands at the main crossroads in town. Crowborough is a bustling place, with excellent supermarket provision and numerous small, independent retailers, restaurants and cafes. There is a farmers’ market once a month and plentiful free parking.To find out more about the town why not take the self-guided mystery trail which was designed for the Crowborough Festival in 2017.
The town also possesses an excellent camp site within walking distance of the town centre which is situated next to the leisure centre and one of our many recreation grounds. The leisure centre has excellent facilities including a swimming pool, gym, sports hall, children’s playground, model railway, skate park and petanque piste. Crowborough also offers nature reserves, plentiful sport and recreation grounds, children’s play areas, skate parks, a thriving arts culture and various annual events including the Summer Fair, Christmas Event, September Carnival and the amazing, free firework display each November.
Heathfield is a small market town with a big view. Standing on a ridge, it is surrounded by beautiful, rolling Sussex countryside and has magnificent vistas to the south from the High Street. Heathfield is 16 miles from the coastal town of Eastbourne and 17 miles from the historic spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells in Kent. The Parish covers an area of approximately 125 square miles, and includes the town of Heathfield, the village of Waldron, Cross-in- Hand, Broad Oak, Old Heathfield and part of Punnetts Town. The Parish is an important local shopping, employment and service centre, serving a wide rural catchment area. It still retains its links with the farming industry, which has shaped the surrounding countryside over the centuries.
The twin parishes of Heathfield and Waldron have a total population of over 11,000 people, scattered amongst several centres. The present village of Old Heathfield was the original location of the settlement. Cade Street is the site of the Heathfield Beacon and the memorial to Jack Cade, who in 1450 led an insurrection of the common people. He was reputedly killed, near to where the memorial is sited, by Sheriff Alexander Iden of Kent.
Heathfield gained its Market Charter in February 1316 during the reign of Edward II. Later industrial development of the area took place with the growth of the iron industry during the 16th and 17th Centuries and many of the cannon balls fired in war came from Heathfield. Heathfield is very much a 20th Century town, owing its existence to the coming of the railway in 1880. The station was built at the southern entrance of a 243 metre long tunnel under Tilsmore Corner, with the railway line running north to south. The rapid growth of Heathfield in a short period gives it and the town centre in particular a strong Victorian and Edwardian character. Whilst the town is relatively modern, it is surrounded by history - both cultural and natural. By the time the railway, known locally as the Cuckoo Line, closed in 1968, the town centre very much resembled its appearance today.
A medieval citadel huddled against invaders and the sea, Rye reveals its history gently. Today it’s home to a myriad of art, curiosities and cosy pubs, as well as modern boutique hotels and contemporary restaurants serving the best Sussex has to offer, from land and sea. Built on smuggled secrets and timeless tales, Rye has nooks and crannies to explore and distant views across Romney Marsh to ponder. This is a town steeped in history. Find your bearings with a visit to Rye Heritage Centre, to see their vintage scale model of Rye, complete with a sound and light show. Rye Castle Museum boasts a unique 18th century fire engine, relics from the town’s shipbuilding past. Visit the Ypres Tower, built in 1249 to defend Rye from invaders, with views across the marsh to what was once one of the most important harbours in the country. The literary minded will also love Lamb House, the one-time home of Henry James
Shopping in Rye is also an historic affair. Find antique treasures and the finest craftmanship from local makers. Centuries-old Rye Pottery are still inspiring with their iconic homeware and decorative acessories.
Down the hill is Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, with a good network of accessible footpaths criss-crossing its saltmarsh and shingle ridges, and wonderful views across to Camber Sands and the cliffs of Hastings Country Park. It’s a twitcher’s paradise, with five hides provided for watching the wildlife. Look out for corn buntings and whimbrel flocks, bitterns and egrets, circling lapwings, dragonflies, damselflies and marsh frogs. In fact 4,275 species have been recorded in the reserve so far, including more than 300 that are considered rare and endangered in Britain.
Put some thrills into your visit with a boat trip from Full Throttle Boat Charters, or a lesson in windsurfing, dinghy sailing or paddleboarding from Rye Watersports.
Tenterden, known as the ‘Jewel of the Weald’, offers the best of all worlds; fascinating history, a wealth of architecture and excellent shopping - all within everyone’s idea of a typical country town and surrounded by Kent’s tranquil countryside.
At its centre are the tree-lined greens that distance you from the world going by. So you can shop at a relaxed pace, browsing in the wide range of shops, from the unique and usual to the familiar and well known. Beautiful gifts, crafts, books and antiques… Tenterden is the place where you are bound to find something special.
Tenterden is also a fascinating town to explore. Georgian buildings share the streets with tall Victorian houses and tiny cottages; brick and stucco blend easily alongside traditional Kent tile and weatherboard, creating a timeless air. To find out more visit the town’s museum or take a nostalgic ride back in time on the Kent & East Sussex Railway. Admire the countryside as you steam along to Bodiam Castle then visit the 16th-century half- timbered home of the 19th-century Shakespearean actress Dame Ellen Terry and see the sumptuous display of theatrical mementoes. Then take a tour and tasting at nearby Tenterden Vineyard and relax with a glass of wine.
