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Leeds Castle
A castle on islands in a lake formed by the River Len in Kent, often called the loveliest castle in the world.
20 km · about 25 min drive
England, United Kingdom · Europe
Ashford works well as a base: 10 minutes from Shadoxhurst, 32km from White Cliffs of Dover.
Ashford is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 62,787, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Ashford sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Ashford to your route.
St Mary's Parish Church, also known as the Church of St Mary the Virgin, in Ashford, Kent, England, dates to the late 13th century. It is a Grade I listed. There has been a church on the site since at least 1086, for one was mentioned in the Domesday Book.
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Harvard College, was a warden at the church in the early 17th century.
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Ashford is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 51.1465 latitude, 0.8738 longitude.
Ashford has a population of approximately 62,787 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.
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castle
A castle on islands in a lake formed by the River Len in Kent, often called the loveliest castle in the world.
20 km · about 25 min drive
tunnel
50 km tunnel under the English Channel - drive your car on the train
20 km · about 25 min drive
cathedral
Seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury and one of the oldest Christian structures in England.
21 km · about 25 min drive
photogenic
Cobbled hill of half-timbered houses in the ancient Cinque Port of Rye, crowned by the 15th-century Mermaid Inn with its smuggling-era cellars. Houses carry names like 'The House with Two Front Doors'.
24 km · about 30 min drive
castle
A 14th-century moated castle in East Sussex, renowned for its picturesque setting and well-preserved exterior.
28 km · about 30 min drive
castle
A medieval fortress overlooking the English Channel, known as the Key to England due to its strategic defensive significance.
31 km · about 35 min drive
natural wonder
Iconic chalk cliffs reaching up to 110 meters high along the English Channel, symbolizing Britain for centuries.
32 km · about 35 min drive
racetrack
Legendary undulating British racing circuit in Kent hosting major motorsport events and offering car racing experiences.
49 km · about 55 min drive
April to October
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