Ashford is now a major terminus for the Channel Tunnel trains and has been rapidly expanding as a result.

Originally Ashford was a market town based on farms on the Romney Marsh, it is still a market town, now expanded as a railway junction.

Old buildings remain, such as the 15th century church, old grammar school, and the Templar Barracks which houses the museum of Intelligence Corps.

Lots to see in the area around in the Kent countryside.

Tourist Information Centre in the town.

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What to see - Ashford Tourist Attractions

  Activities

Kidzcity The New Ashford Market, Monument Way, Orbital Park, Ashford TN24 0HB
fun indoors with large play areas   Kidzcity information

Crocodile Club Fun Centre Cobbs Wood Industrial Estate, Hilton Road, Ashford TN23 1EW
Ashfords premier Children's indoor Fun Centre. Specialising in value for money children's parties.   Crocodile Club Fun Centre information

  Gardens

Beech Court Garden Challock, Ashford TN25 4BJ
Garden set around a medieval farmhouse, picnic area, garden trail and refreshments.   Beech Court Garden information

  Historic Houses

Godinton Park Godinton Lane, Ashford TN23 3BP
A Jacobean country mansion with both formal and wild gardens. Tearooms and tours of the house.   Godinton Park information

  Museums

Ashford Museum The Churchyard, Ashford TN23 1QG
local history in the 1635 Old Grammar School Ashford Museum information

  Out & About

Swanton Mill Lower Mersham, Ashford TN25 7HS
a restored watermill that produces flour, gardens, shop, etc Swanton Mill information

Great Chart, Ashford
on A28 west, with 14th century church that has a pest house that housed plague victims, 13th century stone Court Lodge. Great Chart information

Bethersden, Ashford
on the A28 west, brass memorials in the church, the marble from local quarries used at Canterbury Cathedral. Bethersden information

Willesborough Windmill Mill Lane, off Hythe Road, Willesborough, Ashford TN245 0QG
B2164 from junction 10 M20, a fully working mill with guided tours of the mill and cottage in the summer.   Willesborough Windmill information

Pluckley, Ashford
west off A20 north or A28 south then north at Bethersden,small village made famous as the village in The Darling Buds In May TV series Pluckley information

  Zoo

South of England Rare Breeds Centre Woodchurch, Tenterden TN26 3RJ
Rare breeds of farm animals, play areas, shop. Butterfly tunnel, aviary, BIG Red Trailer rides. Creepy Crawly World.   South of England Rare Breeds Centre information

Where to stay in Ashford

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Hotels

Eastwell Manor Hotel Eastwell Park, Boughton Lees Ashford TN25 4HR MAP
Quality without compromise, peaceful seclusion; this is the Eastwell Manor experience. Step over the threshold and be welcomed by warming log fires and discreet service. Your stay with us begins in the magnificent panelled reception hall which leads thr...
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Ashford International Hotel - QHotels Simone Weil Avenue Ashford TN24 8UX MAP
This modern hotel has a fresh decor and is close to the Eurostar, Eurotunnel and junction 9 of the M20 motorway. The refurbished, contemporary rooms have flat-screen TVs and air conditioning. Enjoy 2 hours of free Wi-Fi internet access (charges apply aft...
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Boys Hall 5* Guest accommodation

Boys Hall Boys Hall Rd Ashford TN24 0LA MAP
This beautiful 17th century, Jacobean property in the heart of Kent is easily accessed by car and train, and is a 5-minute drive from Ashford domestic and International (Eurostar) stations. Restored into a hotel over the last 2 years, Boys Hall has a we...
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Elvey Farm 4* Guest accommodation

Elvey Farm Elvey Lane Ashford TN27 0SU MAP
Elvey Farm is a medieval farmstead in a magical setting, tucked away in 75 acres of Kentish countryside. Elvey Farm was built in 1406, and not much has changed since. It is positioned at the end of a long, winding lane, with breathtaking views over the ...
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Holiday Inn Ashford North A20 Maidstone Rd, Hothfield, Ashford Ashford TN26 1AR MAP
This recently refurbished, friendly hotel with spacious accommodation rests in a peaceful country location. The hotel is easily accessible and convenient for the Eurostar, Eurotunnel and the Channel ports of Dover and Folkestone, Ashford, Maidstone and ...
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Holiday Inn Ashford Central Canterbury Road Ashford TN24 8QQ MAP
The Holiday Inn Ashford Central is ideally located to meet the needs of both the business and leisure traveller. All rooms are fully air conditioned with recently installed high speed internet access, as well as being en suite with amenities including sa...
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Premier Inn Eureka Business Park Ashford TN25 4BN
At Premier Inn Ashford (Eureka Leisure Park) food and drink is available at the adjacent and Beefeater...
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Guest Houses, Bed and Breakfasts, Inns and other Hotels

The Oak 4* Guest House

The Oak High Street Ashford TN27 0HU MAP
Nestled at the foot of the North Downs, in the heart of the historic village of Charing, this charming guesthouse offers 8 stylish, newly refurbished bedrooms, all with en suite facilities. Boasting fast and efficient access to the M20 and A20, The Oak ...
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Ashford Warren Cottage Guest House 136 The Street Ashford TN24 0NB MAP
A cosy atmosphere awaits you at this 300-year-old cottage guest house, with its wealth of oak beams and open fireplaces. Built on an old coach route, the weary traveller is made as welcome as ever. The cottage also has 2 resident cats. Warren Cottage is...
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New Flying Horse Inn Guest accommodation

New Flying Horse Inn Upper Bridge Street, Wye, Wye Ashford TN25 5AN MAP
The New Flying Horse Inn is a 17th century posting house with oak beams and gleaming brasses. Romans, Saxons and the 17th century smugglers have all left their mark on Wye, a historic village set in some of the most beautiful countryside in the Garden of...
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Travelodge Ashford Eureka Leisure Park Rutherford Road Ashford TN25 4BN MAP
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Cornerstone B&B Bed & Breakfast

Cornerstone B&B 25A High Street Ashford TN24 8TH MAP
This attractive Grade II listed property in Ashford town centre is within walking distance of the Eurostar International station. Cornerstone is ideal for exploring the delights of the Kent countryside and for making trips to Europe. The Channel Tunnel ...
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Price Guide:  Prices From £40 a Room


Holiday Cottages

The Manger Bethersden near Ashford MAP
In the glorious heart of Kent, just 7 miles from Ashford's Eurotunnel trains and easy day trips to France, this cosy single storey property offers comfortable accommodation. Forming a wing of a beautifully converted 400 year…
Sleeps 2... Tel: 0844 847 1200
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Old Post Office Ruckinge near Ashford TN26 2NY MAP
Once the post office for the little village of Ruckinge this comfortable property offers an ideal base for two families to explore the 'Garden of England' or take a day trip to the Continent. Eurostar trains depart from Ashford (under 8 miles) and
Sleeps 7... Tel: 0844 847 1200
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Around The Ashford Area

Tour the countryside down to Tenterden or take day trips to historic Canterbury and Rochester

Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Tenterden (9.77 miles) Biddenden (10.16 miles) Hythe (10.69 miles) New Romney (11.58 miles) Faversham (11.69 miles) Canterbury (12.75 miles) Folkestone (14.21 miles) Rye (14.83 miles) Northiam (15.87 miles) Whitstable (16.16 miles) Dungeness (16.79 miles)