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Sevenoaks, close to London so a popular place to live, this is a large commuter area with frequent trains to London, yet the countryside around is a must with wooded hills on the Weald and small villages.

Named originally after seven oaks in the town, it was established in the 12th century. Lots of modern housing almost overrides the original centre, still has a market and famous for allowing this author to pass his driving test!.

Lots of shops, cinema, etc. Sevenoaks has a Tourist Information Centre in the town.

What to see - Sevenoaks Tourist Attractions

  Gardens

Emmetts Garden Ide Hill, Sevenoaks TN14 6AY
National Trust, hillside garden started in 1893, bluebells in the spring, shop etc. Emmetts Garden information

Great Comp Garden Comp Lane, Platt, Sevenoaks TN15 8QS
40 year old garden in 7 acres. Great Comp Garden information

Riverhill House Riverhill, Sevenoaks TN15 0RR
Gardens around a small country house with shrubs, terraces and a rose walk.   Riverhill House information

  Historic Houses

Ightham Mote Mote Road, Ivy Hatch, Sevenoaks TN15 0NT
National Trust, medieval manor house with moat, hall, chapel, gardens, woods, shop, etc.   Ightham Mote information

Knole, Sevenoaks TN15 0RP
National Trust, medieval manor house rebuilt in 15th century by the then Archbishop of Canterbury. In 1566 Elizabeth I granted it to her poet, Sir Thomas Sackville who still live there. A real gem, 365 rooms, 52 staircases, 7 courtyards, what is know as a   Knole information

Old Soar Manor Plaxtol, Borough Green, Sevenoaks TN15 0QX
Remains of a 13th century house, and a nice drive in the Kent countryside to get there. National Trust.   Old Soar Manor information

  Out & About

Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve Bradbourne Vale Road, Sevenoaks TN13 3DH
set in 55 hectares of land with lakes, hides, walks and visitor centre. Developed from a gravel pit. Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve information

Small villages in the area, Sevenoaks
Small villages worth visiting include Otford, A225 northwards, Shoreham, further along this road and Kemsing - A225 to Otford then east. Small villages in the area information

Where to stay in Sevenoaks

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Hotels

Brook Royal Oak Hotel High Street Sevenoaks TN13 1HY MAP
Once an 18th-century coaching inn, this peaceful hotel is a short walk from Sevenoaks town centre and offers free parking and excellent access to central London and Gatwick Airport. The Royal Oak is just minutes from the M25 and M23 motorways and just a...
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Best Western Donnington Manor Hotel London Road, Dunton Green Sevenoaks TN13 2TD MAP
Nestling in the heart of Kent's countryside, the hotel successfully fuses modern day comfort and leisure facilities with the rustic charm of its oak-timbered Chartwell Restaurant. All bedrooms are air conditioned for individual heating and cooling comfor...
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Holiday Inn Maidstone-Sevenoaks London Road, Wrotham Heath Sevenoaks TN15 7RS MAP
Situated between Maidstone and Sevenoaks, this Holiday Inn offers free parking, a pool and a gym. There is easy access to the M25 and M26 motorways. Spirit Health & Fitness Club has a Jacuzzi, a sauna and beauty treatments (booking required). Junction r...
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Premier Inn London Road Wrotham Heath Sevenoaks TN15 7RX MAP
At Premier Inn Sevenoaks / Maidstone food and drink is available at the Royal Oak and Beefeater...
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Guest Houses, Bed and Breakfasts, Inns and other Hotels

The Black Horse 4* Guest House

The Black Horse Tumblefield Road Stansted near Sevenoaks TN15 7PR MAP
Pleasant rural village, close to major motorway network (M25, M20, A2). Conveniently situated between channel ports and London. Real ales and ciders, well established authentic Thai restaurant (eves). Friendly, privately owned. Large.. ...
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The Bull Hotel Bull Lane Sevenoaks TN15 7RF MAP
Once a 13th-century coaching inn, The Bull Hotel has original charm, en suite bedrooms and a comfy lounge-bar with sofas and open fires. In Sevenoaks, with free parking, The Bull Hotel has an à la carte restaurant. A choice of daily specials is served,...
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Holiday Cottages

The Coach House Redwell House, Redwell Lane Ightham near Sevenoaks TN15 9EE MAP
The perfect holiday hideaway this delightful 100 year old coach house has been transformed into superbly appointed contemporary accommodation. Set adjacent to the owner's home in an acre of stunning English country gardens (most of which are open for
Sleeps 2... Tel: 0844 847 1200
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Around The Sevenoaks Area

Visit the famous houses around Westerham and Penshurst

Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Westerham (5.25 miles) Tonbridge (6.55 miles) Eynsford (6.56 miles) Penshurst (6.95 miles) Limpsfield (7.77 miles) Oxted (8.57 miles) Tunbridge Wells (10.48 miles) Godstone (11.26 miles) Lingfield (11.30 miles) Caterham (11.61 miles) Dartford (12.02 miles)