Days Out in Kent

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Explore mighty castles, discover delightful gardens and learn about Roman villas on great days out in Kent this summer.

Dover Castle with its' Great Tower, interactive exhibitions and stunning location is a "must see", whilst the beautiful home of the famous scientist Charles Darwin is a uniquely fascinating experience.

 

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Dover Castle
Dover Castle

For a great family day out visit Dover Castle! New: Operation Dynamo: Rescue from Dunkirk. Explore the Secret Wartime Tunnels deep beneath the castle to see, hear and feel - as never before!

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Deal Castle
Deal Castle

For a fascinating day out on the Kent coast then look no further than Deal Castle. Built by the order of King Henry VIII it is one of the finest Tudor artillery castles in England.

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Home of Charles Darwin (Down House)
Home of Charles Darwin (Down House)

Down House is a site of outstanding international significance. Here the famous scientist Charles Darwin lived with his family for forty years and worked on his revolutionary theories.

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Lullingstone Roman Villa
Lullingstone Roman Villa

Among the most outstanding Roman villa survivals in Britain, Lullingstone provides a unique all weather family day out. See fascinating Roman artifacts and enjoy a specially commissioned light show.

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Walmer Castle and Gardens
Walmer Castle and Gardens

Built during the reign of King Henry VIII and perched on the picturesque Kent coastline, Walmer Castle is one of the most fascinating visitor attractions in the South East.

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Bayham Old Abbey
Bayham Old Abbey

Bayham Abbey makes a fascinating day out on the Kent Sussex border. The impressive ruins include much of the 13th to 15th-century church, the chapter house, and a picturesque 14th-century gatehouse.

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Events : Kent

World War II Weekend
Venue: Dover Castle, Kent
Date: Sat 2 - Mon 4 Jun 2012

Throughout the day experience living history encampments and witness skirmishes. Practice your drill and learn how to apply a dressing with help of a WWII nurse.

Time Travellers Go... Victorian
Venue: Home of Charles Darwin (Down House), Kent
Date: Sat 2 - Tue 5 Jun 2012

Join the Time Travellers to find out what Victorian life was really like. Meet a variety of Victorian costumed characters and find out how Victorian children would have lived.

Medieval Siege
Venue: Dover Castle, Kent
Date: Sat 28 & Sun 29 Jul 2012

It’s 1216 and Dover Castle is under attack! Witness the castle preparing for battle; everyone is busy from fletchers and blacksmiths crafting their weaponry to the soldiers practicing their skills and testing their armour.

Time Travellers Go... Ugly Bug Safari
Venue: Home of Charles Darwin (Down House), Kent
Date: Mon 30 Jul - Fri 3 Aug 2012

Grab a magnifying glass and join our Victorian explorer for a hunt through the gardens to find a mass of fascinating minibeasts.

Gruesome Quest
Venue: Dover Castle, Kent
Date: Wed 1 - Tue 7 Aug 2012

Follow the gruesome clues around the castle. Find them all and receive your prize.

Time Travellers Go... Discoveries & Inventions
Venue: Home of Charles Darwin (Down House), Kent
Date: Mon 6 - Fri 10 Aug 2012

Calling all budding Einsteins! From the totally practical to the downright wacky, take a trip through history's most exciting inventions that have made life what it is today.

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