Location: Tenterden
Top Things to do in Tenterden
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Tenterden is a town with a large conservation area in the Ashford District of Kent, England. It stands on the edge of the remnant forest The Weald, overlooking the valley of the River Rother. It was a member of the Cinque Ports Confederation. Its riverside today is not navigable to large vessels and its status as a wool manufacturing centre has been lost. Tenterden has several voluntary organisations, some of which are listed below, seven large or very old public houses within its area and has long distance walking and cycling routes within its boundaries.
Restaurants in Tenterden
1. Belle's Thai Kitchen
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
All of my cooking classes are about being hands-on and preparing fresh and delicious food yourself. I will guide you at every step whether you are a beginner or an advanced cook. I will help you learn to balance your flavours and advise you on how you can find authentic or substitute ingredients in your local supermarket.
Reviewed By 772KimR772 - Sevenoaks, United Kingdom
Brought as a Christmas present I turned up to Belle’s Thai school not knowing what to expect. The class venue is situated in a pretty part of the Kent countryside and the kitchen itself is nestled in a charming row of cottages next to a traditional pub. Belle and her helper were warm and welcoming as were the other pupils. While preparing the ingredients Belle regaled us with stories of her life and how she got to be standing in front of us today and where she had gained her culinary experience. Then she carefully went through the ingredients making sure everyone could smell, taste and touch the ingredients as well as giving top tips on where to buy quality supplies (actually from the local supermarket!). We would then watch Belle create the dishes before having a go ourself at our individual stoves. The results were amazing! I learnt more about Thai cooking in 3 hours from Belle than I have in 15 years reading recipes! You can chose to eat your food there or take it home to share with family and friends. I have successfully made all the dishes numerous times at home and these are dishes which will last me a lifetime!
2. This Ancient Boro
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Tapas Saturday - 12 Midday – 9PM Sunday - 12 Midday – 9PM Monday - 12 Midday – 9PM Tuesday - 12 Midday – 9PM Wednesday - 12 Midday – 9PM Thursday - 12 Midday – 9PM Friday - 12 Midday – 9PM Bar Saturday - 12 Midday – 11PM Sunday - 12 Midday – 10:30pm Monday - 12 Midday – 11PM Tuesday - 12 Midday – 11PM Wednesday - 12 Midday – 11PM Thursday - 12 Midday – 11PM Friday - 12 Midday – 11PM
Reviewed By RealAleVoyager - London, United Kingdom
A large group of us made a pre-advised visit and were efficiently handled with several real ales available that we had specifically requested. A wide selection of real ales were all served on gravity dispense from jacket cooled casks visible behind the bar counter. With a large hot buffet to consume too our visit was over too soon.
3. Smallhythe Place
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 278 reviews
Reviewed By heleng460
Small Hythe place is a wonderful property once owned by the actress Ellen Terry. It’s full of history and the staff were full of interesting facts. Had a lovely tea room in the barn at the back of the main house.
4. Kent & East Sussex Railway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,123 reviews
The K&ESR opened in 1900 as England’s first ‘light railway’, serving the rural communities of East Sussex and Kent. Closing to passengers in 1954, the line was saved and reopened by a charitable organisation in 1974. It now operates steam hauled and diesel observation trains on a 10.5 mile line from Bodiam Castle in East Sussex to the historic market town of Tenterden in west Kent.
5. The High Street
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 319 reviews
A very attractive small market town with plenty of independent shops and small cafes. A beautiful High Street with a lovely tree lined avenue and greens, and an abundance of historic buildings to gaze at including a fabulous 11th century church. Grab a ride on one of the steam trains from Tenterden Town Station and take in the lovely views of the unspoilt surrounding countryside as the train trundles down the track. The title "Tenterden, the Jewel of the Weald" is richly deserved. Free car parking in Bridewell Lane car park every Sunday and on Bank Holidays
Reviewed By Vlad_London
Beautiful little town with nice shops, restaurants, easy parking and a fantastic steam railway. Highly recommended
6. Tenterden Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By 313diane - London, United Kingdom
A very informative hour was spent here finding out about local history. The gentleman at the desk knew his stuff and was very keen to give us an overview of the museum as well as explain to us how a town in the middle of Kent could be one of the Cinque Ports! I suggest that you pop along and find out!. You will leave educated and entertained! As older visitors, we particularly enjoyed the 1960's rooms from a nostalgic point of view, and I'm sure that children would find lots of interesting things to learn about too. A lovely little gem of a museum, well worth a visit.
7. St Mildred's Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By evahartel - Kent, United Kingdom
Nice,well kept church.Like to come here with children to light up candles.Nice children corner and loads going on there especially Christmas time.The other day they had very wonderful flower display-gorgeous ,unlike in other places(two flowers thrown in no order or sense of colour) Church has reach history,always open,pathway with nice flowers and additional plus-always bowl of water for the dogs out of the church gates. Definitely worth visiting and stopping for prayer or quiet reflection.
8. Old Dairy Brewery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 113 reviews
Old Dairy Brewery, started in 2009, is a traditional award winning micro-brewery nestled deep within the hear of the 'Garden of England', just moments from the picturesque market town of Tenterden, Kent. Our brewery is housed in two old World War II Nissen huts just behind the Kent and East Sussex Steam Railway. We brew a range of hand crafted beers for different moods and occassions, with the finest malts and Kent hops grown just 3 miles from our Brewery. A core range of classic styles and seasonal beers; available in both bottles and cask. Our brewery shop is open Mon - Fri: 10 am - 4pm, Saturdays: 10 am - 2 pm. We offer brewery tours (booking required) for a cost of 10 per head on Thursday afternoons and Saturday mornings. Group bookings also available for private tours.
Reviewed By 494bianca - Strood, United Kingdom
I had brought this tour for my partners birthday. We were both a bit sceptical on our journey to the brewery, but we both thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Jenny our tour guide was charming and informative and was able to answer any questions. We were able to try a selection of beers and ales I would definitely recommend this tour to friends/ family and anyone who enjoys a good beer or ale.
9. Dotty Diva Designs
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Positioned inside a beautiful little barn in collaboration with The Flower Craft Workshop. Just off the High Street in between MK Nails and behind Tenterden Interiors. Well worth a little trip up that end of the Town. A hidden Gem!
10. Col.Stephens Railway Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By Vlad_London
Friendly little museum, extremely welcoming volunteers who run. beautiful traditional steam train station
