Top Things to do in Ashford
Top 8 Hidden Gems Things to do in Ashford, England
Discover the best top things to do in Ashford, United Kingdom including Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Woodside Spa, Green Farm Spa & Retreat, Pressure Point Escape Rooms, Godinton House & Gardens, Willesborough Windmill, Ashford Borough Museum, True Grip Off Road.
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1. Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 33 reviews
Lying just 15 miles south east of London and covering 878sq.km of Kent's stunning countryside, the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) is one of the most enchanting parts of England to explore. Dramatic cliffs (including the White Cliffs of Dover), ancient woodlands, meandering rivers, chalk downland, traditional orchards and tranquility with pockets of postcard-picture villages dotted throughout, await the visitor.
Reviewed By hawkes2an - Cranbrook, United Kingdom
Covering an area of just over 560 square miles, the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is considered to be one of the best surviving medieval landscapes in Northern Europe. It covers, at the heart of South East England, parts of Kent, Sussex and Surrey. This "natural beauty" is made up of small irregular-shaped fields, (often the remnants of medieval hunting forests), ancient woods, scattered farmsteads, narrow, sunken lanes (ideal for dog walking) and hamlets and villages. These hamlets and villages developed from temporary buildings ibn wooded areas (known as "dens") where farmers grazed their pigs. In my area, for example, we have Tenterden, Biddenden and Benenden where the buildings are, characteristically, timber, stone and white weather-boarded. The main industries in the area include farming, agriculture and tourism. For tourists, round my home town of Cranbrook, we are lucky to have three castles, Sissinghurst, Scotney and Bodiam. Also, apart from the woods at Sissinghurst, we are lucky to be not that far away from Bedgebury Pinetum. I consider myself to be very lucky to live in this Area of Outstanding NaturaL Beautyn and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to visit one of England's finest landscapes
2. Woodside Spa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By foxypepper - Crawley, United Kingdom
We booked the day before as a last minute treat for myself and 3 work friends. We arrived to a lovely quiet location, everyone was warm, friendly and attentive. We had a room to ourselves all day, our own changing room and were the only people in the pool and jacuzzi area. The treatments were a good length (not like a lot of places where it’s just a 20min taster). I had Ellie for a deep tissue massage in particular which was very good. Lunch was lovely too, a yummy chicken Caesar salad followed by a lemon tart plus we were well looked after with hot drinks and cookies. I’ve done a number of spa days before and this was by far my favourite, we will be returning!
3. Green Farm Spa & Retreat
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 57 reviews
Green Farm is a perfect place for a total escape, set on a small farm estate surrounded by 12,500 acres of ancient woodland and the beautiful Kent countryside. Private Spa, Yoga, Retreats, Farm and much more. Enjoy ESPA massage, beauty & holistic therapies in our purpose built Spa; relax in the tranquil setting of our walled garden, unwind in the hot tub, sauna, in front of the log fire. Why not roam the farm, go for a walk, meet our animals.
Reviewed By LLJohno85 - London, United Kingdom
I've just returned from another weekend retreat at Green Farm and it was just as good,if not better than the first. A full 48hrs of total relaxation, excellent food, luxury accommodation and great company. The yoga teacher is fantastic, as are the therapists in the beautiful spa. This time round, I made sure I tried out the hot tub and it was a great way to wind down after a glorious walk in the surrounding countryside led by our hosts (and their lovely dogs) learning all about the local flora and fauna and their sustainable and ethical farming methods. Martin and Maryann are superb hosts who look after you and welcome you into their home as if you've known them forever whilst still giving you plenty of space and freedom to enjoy your weekend getting away from it all. I'm already eyeing up dates for 2020.
4. Pressure Point Escape Rooms
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 457 reviews
Pressure Point Escape Rooms is an Escape room experience located in Ashford, Kent. Our fictionally themed rooms will test your patience, persistence and problem solving prowess! Share the rush, the intensity and the pressure with your friends and family to create an unforgettable experience. Will you escape in time and complete the challenge? And more importantly, can you handle the pressure?
Reviewed By AndreaBll88 - Maidstone, United Kingdom
We played both The Moonlit Wild and Murder on the dance floor and we were not disappointed. Both games were extremely fun with a nice variety of puzzles and clues. Mike and Keri were absolutely lovely and friendly. You can see the effort and the passion that they put into their rooms thanks to their creativity and imagination. The sets and the props were exquisitely made, the games flowed really well and the whole experience was fantastic since we first walked in. Big welcome, fun chats and clear explanation of the rules. We can't wait to see what other games Mike and Keri have in store for us. You can never have enough! Pressure Point has quickly become one of our favourites. Great job guys!
5. Godinton House & Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 304 reviews
Discover a Jacobean house with a Medieval hall and lose yourself in the incredibly beautiful gardens and ancient parkland. Fabulous events and workshop programme throughout the year. Gardens open Tuesday to Sunday: 1st March- 31st October 1pm-6pm. Visit website for House and visitor Tearoom opening times.
Reviewed By jackier59er
My daughter and I spent a such lovely afternoon enjoying the gardens, and then taking the circular walk around the estate. The staff we met were really friendly and so helpful, and the homemade cake delicious! Loved wandering around the different areas of the garden, with my favorite, admittedly, being the huge kitchen garden. Being able to then buy a bag of their Russet apples to bring away was an unexpected bonus! Thoroughly recommend a visit to this oasis of calm in a mad world.
6. Willesborough Windmill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By ihkirkland8 - Ashford, United Kingdom
Run by enthiusiastic volunteers for the local council, this Mill is fully working and if you ar lucky and the wind is right you can watch corn being ground into flour and even buy the flour. This is of the wholemeal stoneground variety and I am told makes great Christmas cake. Runs entirely by unpaid volunteers you can even join the "Friends" who raise most of the money to keep the Mill working. A local hidden gem.
7. Ashford Borough Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
Dr. Wilks Hall was originally the Ashford Boys grammar school built in 1635 & named after the sponsor "Norton Knatchbull". No.18 is our Railway section on the ground floor. We cover the history of Ashford Borough from Neolithic to present day.A lot to see and very educational for all ages. All run by volunteers,open from April to the end of October. Free entry.
8. True Grip Off Road
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,486 reviews
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