Location: Sevenoaks District
Top Things to do in Sevenoaks District
8 Museums in Sevenoaks District That You Shouldn't Miss
Sevenoaks is a local government district in Kent, England, in the far west of the county. Its council is based in the town of Sevenoaks.
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1. Kent Firefighting Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 56 reviews
The Aim of the Kent Firefighting Museum Charitable Trust is: "To advance education for the public benefit in the subject of firefighting in Kent, its history and heritage by the establishment and maintenance of a museum and learning resources"
Reviewed By Josephthomas101010 - Leicester, United Kingdom
A great little museum displaying the history of Kent firefighters since the 19th century. Tucked away in a small cabin at the back of the garden centre, very friendly curators keep watch over the items. From badges and insignia through to a mock up 1890s fire engine complete with horse drawn pump. Definitely Italy come and have a look around, its sure to peak anyone's interest.
2. The Hive - Gift Shop And Gallery
3. Hever Castle & Gardens
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4.5 based on 3,539 reviews
Hever Castle was the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, the intriguing second wife of Henry VIII and mother of Elizabeth I. The castle is a romantic double moated 13th-century castle which houses historic 16th-century portraits, paintings, furniture, tapestries and treasures. Comprehensive information on the history of Hever Castle can be found in the guide book and audio tours are available from the Hever Shop, Visitor Centre or castle entrance. Visitors can explore the magnificent gardens for all seasons which include Italian, Rose and Tudor gardens, topiary, yew maze and splashing water maze, or take a stroll around the informal areas of Sunday Walk and Anne Boleyn's Walk. Hever hosts a number of special events throughout the season including gardening events with the head gardener and his team. Family fun includes jousting tournaments each summer, one of our most popular events.
Reviewed By X4902AUcarlj - Rochdale, United Kingdom
Hever Castle birth place of Anne Boleyn situated in acres & acres of woodland with fantastic rose gardens flower beds the Italian garden vast lake all easily accessible to able bodied people as well as disabled.The excellent castle however is far from disabled friendly with narrow steep winding stone stairs going from floor to floor. However you decide to enjoy this magnificent castle & gardens be prepared to put in plenty of leg work but it is worth it
4. The Shoreham Aircraft Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By 145ronniel
The enthusiasm of Geoff Nutkins the curator the depth of memorabilia from both the RAF and the Lufwaffe and to see the Black Out board from the White Hart was amazing. All the helpers were so friendly and the tea room was excellent
5. Eden Valley Museum Trust
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Eden Valley Museum is a small museum and local history centre devoted to the story of the Eden Valley in Kent. Set in a medieval farmhouse in Edenbridge and run by volunteers the attraction features six galleries with changing exhibits on local history (covering the area in West Kent from the Surrey border to Penshurst) including archaeology, tanning, cricket ball making, local stately homes and blacksmiths.
Reviewed By 678PETERT - Margate, United Kingdom
We stumbled across this museum whilst walking around Edenbridge. It’s free and the history inside is unbelievable. Situated on two levels I have never seen so much local history in one place . It’s so intense that I will be trying to source more information from the internet and other sources. The guide on duty was very helpful and we left a generous donation when we left .
6. Kent and Sharpshooters Yeomanry Museum
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4.5 based on 50 reviews
The new museum, opened in 2015, describes the history of the Kent and Sharpshooters Yeomanry regiments from 1794 to the present day. The museum is designed for visitors of all ages, with many displays, four touch screens, and reconstructions of a WW1 Gallipoli trench and the interior of a WW2 Cromwell tank turret. Outside the museum we display a Saladin armoured car and a 25 pounder field gun. Access to the museum is included in the admission to Hever Castle.
Reviewed By lesmartin16 - Ashford, United Kingdom
This museum set in the grounds of Hever castle, is excellent, it traces how a local Yeomanry regiment was formed and fought through many wars since its conception upto the modern day Reservist soldier, I love Hever and this museum has greatly inhanced my experience of my visit, another reason to return on another day.
7. Sevenoaks Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
Sevenoaks Museum is a small local history museum in the heart of town, located inside the library. Displays include the Second World War, cricket, hop farming, Roman archaeology, natural history and fine art. A changing programme of temporary exhibitions and activities means repeat visitors can see and do something new every few months. Research visits can be booked to view collections in storage.
8. Sevenoaks Kaleidoscope Gallery
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 11 reviews
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