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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.
11 km · about 20 min drive
England, United Kingdom · Europe
Staplehurst works well as a base: 10 minutes from Marden, 11km from Leeds Castle.
Staplehurst is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 5,051, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Staplehurst 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 Staplehurst to your route.
Staplehurst is a village and civil parish in the borough of Maidstone in Kent, England, 9 miles (14 km) south of the town of Maidstone and with a population of 5,947. The village lies on the route of a Roman road, which is now incorporated into the course of the A229. The name Staplehurst comes from the Old EnglishRead more
'stapol' meaning a 'post, pillar' and 'hyrst', as a 'wooded hill'; therefore, 'wooded-hill at a post', a possible reference to a boundary marker at the position of All Saints' church atop the hill along the road from Maidstone to Cranbrook. The parish includes the hamlet of Hawkenbury.
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Staplehurst is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 51.1611 latitude, 0.5525 longitude.
Staplehurst has a population of approximately 5,051 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.
11 km · about 20 min drive
castle
A 14th-century moated castle in East Sussex, renowned for its picturesque setting and well-preserved exterior.
18 km · about 20 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'.
27 km · about 30 min drive
racetrack
Legendary undulating British racing circuit in Kent hosting major motorsport events and offering car racing experiences.
30 km · about 35 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.
31 km · about 35 min drive
cathedral
Seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury and one of the oldest Christian structures in England.
39 km · about 45 min drive
tunnel
50 km tunnel under the English Channel - drive your car on the train
43 km · about 50 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.
46 km · about 55 min drive
April to October
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