Location: Maidstone
Top Things to do in Maidstone
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Maidstone is a large, historically important town in Kent, England, of which it is the county town. The River Medway runs through the centre of the town, linking it with Rochester and the Thames Estuary. Historically, the river carried much of the town's trade as the centre of the agricultural county of Kent, known as the Garden of England. There is evidence of settlement in the area dating back before the Stone Age. The town, part of the borough of Maidstone, had a population of 107,627 people in 2011. There has been a shift in the town's economy since the Second World War away from heavy industry towards light industry and services.
Restaurants in Maidstone
1. Kent Owl Academy
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 195 reviews
The Kent Owl Academy is a family run business, situated within the confines of 'Kent Life' in Maidstone. Providing Experience days, School visits, Visits to Brownies and other organisations, Photography workshops, Corporate events and TV/Film/Media work and much more! Get up close and personal with owls and exotic animals!
Reviewed By GibsonsNZ
My son undertook the Junior Keeper Experience today and totally loved it! The staff we so friendly and informative, and we were made so welcome. The animals are so well cared for and are absolutely beautiful. The Academy is set in the Kent Life Museum which is brilliant to visit too. Great for families. If you’re visiting Kent, you should totally go. Highly recommend!
2. Leeds Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,860 reviews
Considered one of the most romantic castles in England, this historic site was originally the stately home of the Saxon royal family during the reign of Ethelbert IV in 856-860.
Reviewed By aw1955 - London, United Kingdom
Absolutely lovely all round, the staff are very polite friendly and knowledgeable, the gardens and grounds are beautiful, the castle is very interesting there's a visual display showing how it was and how it changed over the years, the falconry/bird show is very good then you can go face to face with the birds behind the maze, the children's play areas look good but we did not have kids with us so didn't go inside them, boat ride and train ride ok, less mobile folk will love the land train from car park to near the castle.
3. Mote Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 986 reviews
Reviewed By SteMar247 - Maidstone, United Kingdom
We love walking our dog round the lake and often see woodpeckers, kingfishers, geese, grebes, cormorants and lots more wildlife. The park houses a nature reserve, model train that kids can ride, a Go Ape experience, football pitches, rugby pitches, a cafe, play area, swimming pool and a large fishing lake with a specialist dementia walk round it.
4. Cobtree Manor Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 380 reviews
Reviewed By L4857ZGsarahp
This is a great place to visit for all ages. We had a lovely walk around the park and the woods. My son loved running in and out of the trees, a perfect place for hide and seek. The play area is fab, different slides, climbing equipment and swings. There is also play equipment scattered around the park making it even more exciting.
5. Tyland Barn
6. Maidstone Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 279 reviews
Maidstone Museum a local authority-run museum located in Maidstone, Kent. Featuring internationally important collections including fine art, natural history, and human history. The museum is one of three operated by Maidstone Borough Council. The building is Grade II* listed. Maidstone Museum is Free, with some paid events and exhibitions. From May 19th Wednesday-Saturday 10:00-16:00 ( last entry at 15:30) . School Holidays Excluding Bank Holidays : Monday - Saturday 10:00-16:00 Last Entry at 15:30 Seasonal Closures Apply. Currently operating in accordance with Government Guidelines : A One Way System Face masks are compulsory when entering, Test and Trace/ Check in before visiting , Some Galleries have remained closed due to social distancing
Reviewed By 571lasseh - Stokmarknes, Norway
Nice museum, friendly and helpful staff????wery intresting exehibition???? Also it’s free entry, fantastisk Maidstone????.............................................
7. Stoneacre
8. Little Fant Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Little Fant Farm is a hidden heritage cottage farm, set within the scenic Medway Valley Fruit Orchards, on the Western side of Maidstone, Kent. We are a small working farm, with Pear & Plum Orchards, Chickens, Ducks, Geese & Pigs. We have Wild Meadow Fields, which we cut for hay and make fantastic flavoured Pear & Apple Juice from our Orchards. We sell our own seasonal produce from our Farm Yard Tea Barn on Sundays, 11:30am - 3:00pm which includes the days freshly laid Chicken, Duck & Goose Eggs, 100% Pear & Apple Juice, Cake and savoury delights, all home cooked in the farm cottage kitchen. Bookings are taken for Sunday Afternoon Teas. We have Rare Breed Pork & Sausages, (subject to availability) Children, Adults, Young or Old have all given us such great comments on their visits to Little Fant Farm, and it is lovely to see everybody enjoying the farm, and trying our Farm Fresh produce, whether grown from the land or baked in the farm house kitchen.
Reviewed By GoPlaces11232325033
We visited this lovely little farm to visit the pear tree that we are renting. The farm is lovely to walk around and staff are friendly. My son loved helping to feed the ducks and seeing Nigel the Pig. Well worth a visit!
9. Kent Life
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4.0 based on 807 reviews
We are a 28 acre Heritage Farm Park and aim to be a memorable and fun day out for all the family. Step back in time and visit our Vintage Village, take in the smells and colours in the Kentish Gardens, get your boots muddy and explore our Farmyard & Nature then take a break and set the kids free in our Family Play! We have daily activities and regular seasonal events throughout the year.
Reviewed By C3672XAcarolineh
We came yesterday and even though it was so hot we had a fab day!! Big thank to your great team for ensuring the kids had the best day and fun, especially Keith who gave out exciting info on pigs and made the tractor ride the best part of the day! Great day out!
10. Teston Bridge Country Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 137 reviews
Reviewed By mudzote1
Spent about 2 hours here. Had a picnic on one of the benches firstly. Afterwards we walked into the meadow area. We saw highland cows and horses which you can get up close to as they roam around freely. Walked alongside the river to the weir, locks and then towards the bridge and back to the main grassy area. Our dog enjoyed it here also. It isn’t a big country park but it is still enjoyable for a stroll.
