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The ruins of St Mary’s Church at Little Chart in Kent, England. The church was dedicated to Saint Mary the Virgin and the Holy Rood having been built by the Normans in the 11th century. It was described as a handsome building of sandstone with two aisles, two chancels with a steeple at the west end. The steeple is said to have been built in Henry VII’s reign. The Victorians carried out major repairs in the 19th century with new windows, and oak panelling. Sadly, on 16th August 1944 during WW2, St Mary’s received a direct hit from a flying bomb known as a doodlebug. With only the damaged tower and parts of the chancel wall surviving, the bells were removed and stored. The remains still stand today.
The ruins of St Mary’s Church at Little Chart in Kent, England. The church was dedicated to Saint Mary the Virgin and the Holy Rood having been built by the Normans in the 11th century. It was described as a handsome building of sandstone with two aisles, two chancels with a steeple at the west end. The steeple is said to have been built in Henry VII’s reign. The Victorians carried out major repairs in the 19th century with new windows, and oak panelling. Sadly, on 16th August 1944 during WW2, St Mary’s received a direct hit from a flying bomb known as a doodlebug. With only the damaged tower and parts of the chancel wall surviving, the bells were removed and stored. The remains still stand today.
Tree Nursery Oakover Nurseries make good use of this low-lying and undulating ground on the geological Sandgate Beds and the alluvial deposits around the course of the River Stour. Photo taken from the edge of the latest addition to the Hothfield Heathlands area.
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Field at Calehill Park Lone tree in an unploughed field.
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Chart Court Oast, Pluckley Road, Little Chart, Kent It is said the red and green of the cowls were the racing colours of the Beatty family who owned the farm during WWII, when some oasts had their cowls painted black. The oast and neighbouring church were still hit by a doodlebug. Grade II listed http://www.imagesofengland.org.uk/details/default.aspx?id=181055
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ORIDA Maidstone Hotel

ORIDA Maidstone Hotel

3 out of 5
Bearsted Rd Maidstone England
Stay at this hotel in Maidstone. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,215 reviews)
Clean and tidy room, excellent brakfast and staff was very helpful, greeting at the entrance to the restaurant and directing to the prepared table. Thank you 😊

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

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Hamlet Hotels Maidstone

Hamlet Hotels Maidstone

3.5 out of 5
802 London Rd Aylesford England
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aylesford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (212 reviews)
We didn't have the breakfast or use the bar so cannot comment. The rooms were clean and the staff were friendly and attentive.

Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

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Hampton by Hilton Canterbury

Hampton by Hilton Canterbury

3 out of 5
7 St. Margaret's Street Canterbury England
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The price is ฿2,503 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
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16 Jan - 17 Jan
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Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canterbury. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
Breakfast was very good. Lots of options.. Coffee is not great though.

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

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Hogwarts Bed and Continental Breakfast

Hogwarts Bed and Continental Breakfast

3 out of 5
Bell Farm Lane Sheerness England
Stay at this cottage in Sheerness. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and a picnic area. Popular attractions Minster Gatehouse Museum and Barton's Point ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (116 reviews)
This was a lovely place to stay! The breakfast was wonderful also.

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025

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The Lower Bell

The Lower Bell

3 out of 5
201 Old Chatham Road Aylesford England
Stay at this apartment in Aylesford. Enjoy free parking, a business centre and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Oare Marshes Nature Reserve and Kent Life ...
7.8/10 Good! (150 reviews)
Pleasant staff. Warm, clean room

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

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The Dairy - Seaside Couples Escape in Whitstable

The Dairy - Seaside Couples Escape in Whitstable

3 out of 5
Whitstable England
Stay at this cottage in Whitstable. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and a garden. Popular attractions Canterbury Cathedral and MFA Bowl Whitstable are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (6 reviews)
Easy check in, clean room, comfortable bed

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

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Wye National Nature Reserve

Wye National Nature Reserve

Enjoy the beautiful countryside and explore Wye National Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Wye with Hinxhill. Discover the area's lively bars and its entertainment choices.

Wye National Nature Reserve

Ashford Designer Outlet

4.5/5(86 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Ashford Designer Outlet during your visit to Ashford. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

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The Big Cat Sanctuary

Enjoy an outing to The Big Cat Sanctuary during your stay in Smarden.

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Gusbourne Estate Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Gusbourne Estate Winery during your travels to Appledore.

Gusbourne Estate Winery

South of England Rare Breeds Centre

Meet the animals who live at South of England Rare Breeds Centre during your trip to Woodchurch. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

South of England Rare Breeds Centre

Weald of Kent Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in East Sutton at Weald of Kent Golf Club. Discover the beautiful countryside and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Weald of Kent Golf Club

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Canterbury: Walking Tour with Green Badge Guide

Canterbury: Walking Tour with Green Badge Guide

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฿550
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฿43,639
per adult
Private Tour of Hever Castle Canterbury cathedral Dover Castle Include Pass
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Private Tour of Kent Garden of England including Passes

฿43,639
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Canterbury Dover Castle and White Cliff Private Tour with Passes

Canterbury Dover Castle WhiteCliff Private Tour Admission tickets included

฿40,249
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Canterbury Dover Castle WhiteCliff Private Tour Admission tickets included
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