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Visiting Kent... Maidstone

Maidstone is the largest town in Kent, England, of which it is the county town. Maidstone is a vibrant cosmopolitan boasting of great social life, and community spirit as well as great shopping centres, located within the town centre and within easy walking distance of public transport

Maidstone is located 32 miles east-south-east of London, with great transport to and fro London and the Medway Towns.

Maidstone - The River Medway

The river Medway runs through the town centre linking it with Rochester and the Thames Estuary. Maidstone has beautiful riverside walks, with plenty of villages on the outskirts to visit.

The yearly Kent County Show is hosted in Detling, Maidstone at the County Showground. Throughout the year, the County showground also hosts various events. The showground is easily accessible from the M20 and M2.

Leeds Castle

Leeds, a village of Maidstone plays host to the wonderful castle and grounds of Leeds Castle. There is an entry fee to enter the castle... And the last time we visited we purchased a ticket that lasted you throughout the year. Allowing you to revisit time and time again. Leeds Castle is renowned for its annual fireworks display and Christmas market.

Leeds Castle

Allington Locks

As you head out of Maidstone town centre, heading towards London there is a place called Allington Locks. Allington locks is the home to many a barge and wildlife. You can see the boats moored alongside the river Medway. Enjoy a stroll by locks and maybe pop in to The Matla Inn for a nice cool drink and a spot of lunch. The menu range is varied and will cater for all your culinary tastes.

But beware, I've been informed that parking in the car park is only for customers of The Malta Inn and Kent Life customers only. So, you might want to check out local parking before you head off to visit Allington Locks.

Allington Lock

If you want to head upstream there is the villages of East Farleigh and Teston. East Farleigh is about 3.2km from Maidstone. And there is public parking at both Teston and East Farleigh.

East Farleigh

Maidstone is beautiful and picturesque and hosts some of the best architecture that Kent has to offer. Maidstone is also known for its Prison and County Hall. Maidstone has 3 train stations, Maidstone Barracks, Maidstone East and Maidstone West...

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