Sandhurst
Sandhurst in Kent Village Guide
About Sandhurst in Kent
Sandhurst, Kent is close to the East Sussex border and the A268, which is the main road to London, runs through the village. The village is twinned with Heuringhem in Northern France. The village has a number of houses which still retain their original timber frames, some of which date back to the 15th century,
The church of St Nicholas is at Sandhurst Cross, about a mile from the village centre of today. A likely explanation for the inhabitants to have moved north was because the ridge road to Rye, (a Cinque Port), became more important.
The Sandhurst smock windmill, a well-known landmark, was built in 1844 and last worked in 1912. It had fallen into disrepair and suffered damage in the storm of 1987. The mill has now been rebuilt as house and provides wind-generated power.
Attractions and Activities
Pashley Manor Gardens
‘One of the finest gardens in England’ award winning Pashley Manor Gardens offer a sumptuous blend of romantic landscaping, imaginative plantings and fine old trees, fountains, springs and large ponds, with interest and colour throughout the year. There are exceptional … more
The Colonel Stephens Railway Museum
Records the career of Holman Fred Stephens, light railway promoter, engineer and manager, his family, his railways and his successors
Accommodation
The White Lion
Situated in Tenterden historic High Street, The White Lion offers a traditional pub and restaurant, along with free WiFi throughout and free private…
Sissinghurst Castle Farmhouse
Featuring a garden and views of garden, Sissinghurst Castle Farmhouse is a bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in Sissinghurst, 23 km from…
Restaurants
Flackley Ash Hotel, Restaurant & Spa
Located in the Sussex countryside 4 miles from the historic town of Rye, Flackley Ash is a delightful Grade II listed Georgian country house with an award-winning restaurant, a bar and spa facilities. The hotel’s spa features various treatment rooms. … more