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A Guide to Ashford & Tenterden

The towns of Ashford and Tenterden are focal points for this delightful corner of the Heart of Kent region.

In Ashford enjoy the very best of an old market town and all the vibrancy of a modern international gateway. A rich mix of historic buildings, some dating from mediaeval, and Georgian times, beautiful floral displays and plenty of street entertainment create a welcoming feel, while Ashford’s International Eurostar Station and street cafés lend a truly continental ambience.

Tenterden, known as the ‘Jewel of the Weald’, boasts an attractive high street where tree –lined greens distance you from the world going by. Georgian buildings share the streets with tall Victorian houses and tiny cottages and this, with a host of specialist shops, tearooms, inns, and restaurants, creates a timeless air.

Combine antiques hunting in Tenterden with designer outlet shopping in Ashford or simply take a leisurely stroll around some of the many picture-postcard villages or exploring some of the many other places to visit in the area.

For further information on Ashford and Tenterden, visit www.ashford.gov.uk, or contact the Tourist Information Centres in Ashford .

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Town Map

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Places to stay

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