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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.
12 km · about 20 min drive
England, United Kingdom · Europe
Newington works well as a base: 10 minutes from Rainham, 12km from Leeds Castle.
Newington is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 2,164, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Newington 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 Newington to your route.
Newington is a village and civil parish in the borough of Swale in Kent, England. The parish is located beside the A2 road (originally a Roman road) between Rainham to the west and Sittingbourne to the east. The population of the parish in 2011 was 2,551.
The village has its own railway station which is situated onRead more
the Chatham Main Line between Sittingbourne and Rainham.
The parish church, dedicated to St Mary the Virgin, is a grade I listed building. It was built between 1163 and 1177 by Richard de Lucy, with additions being made in the 13th and 14th century. The church was to eventually become the property of Henry VIII who gave it to the Provost and Fellows of Eton College in 1531. The patron today is the Archbishop of Canterbury. There is a stone in the church car park known as the Devil's Stone, which is said to bear the Devil's footprint.
Newington village sign was provided by Mrs. S Huxtable in 2007. It holds a memorial plate in memory of Mr. P Huxtable. (Husband of Mrs S. Huxtable)
Newington holds the national collection of Witch Hazel which is kept at the Witch Hazel Nursery in Calloways Lane
Newington Manor, now a conservation area, is to the south of the village.
The Newington Pill Boxes: Newington has at least four World War I pill boxes (or bunkers) at various locations.
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Newington is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 51.3522 latitude, 0.6677 longitude.
Newington has a population of approximately 2,164 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.
12 km · about 20 min drive
cafe
A well-known biker cafe on the A127 in Essex, serving as a gathering point for London and Essex riders for generations.
27 km · about 30 min drive
racetrack
Legendary undulating British racing circuit in Kent hosting major motorsport events and offering car racing experiences.
28 km · about 30 min drive
cathedral
Seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury and one of the oldest Christian structures in England.
30 km · about 35 min drive
castle
A 14th-century moated castle in East Sussex, renowned for its picturesque setting and well-preserved exterior.
40 km · about 45 min drive
castle
Romantic 13th-century double-moated castle that was the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, set within award-winning gardens and a 38-acre lake.
43 km · about 50 min drive
tunnel
50 km tunnel under the English Channel - drive your car on the train
44 km · about 50 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'.
45 km · about 50 min drive
April to October
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