The Royal Greenwich Observatory RGO was founded at Greenwich in London in 1675 by King Charles II but was moved just after the second world war in order to escape the lights and pollution of the city. The site at Herstmonceux was chosen as the most suitable in…
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15 miles
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The main exhibition item in the Battle Museum is the only remaining battleaxe head from the Battle of Hastings, and also a reproduction of The Bayeux Tapestry. Originally identified by the London Museum as a woodman's axe of the pattern in use from the second half of…
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13.3 miles
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The Georgian manor of Finchcocks houses the magnificent Richard Burnett collection of historical keyboard instruments.…
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2 miles
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A visit to the Museum of Kent Life is an opportunity to leave the modern world behind and experience the sights, sounds and smells of country life in Kent over the last century. Many country crafts are practised and demonstrated on site, and our small farm is…
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14.7 miles
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‐ Enjoy our wonderful collections‐ Share the special story of Tunbridge Wells‐ Visit our major exhibitions and events‐ Take part in activities for everyoneTunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery shares the special story of the borough of Tunbridge Wells. Set in the countryside…
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5.7 miles
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Biddenden Vineyard is Kent's oldest Commercial Vineyard, having been established in 1969. Ten varieties of grapes produce White, Red, Rose and Quality Sparkling Wine. Traditional Kentish Ciders have also been made here for over 20 years together with farm pressed apple juices. Visitors are welcome throughout the year.The…
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11.1 miles
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Lovers of classic cars should visit the CM Booth Collection of Historic Vehicles at Rolvenden. Tucked away behind Falstaff Antiques you will discover a unique collection of Morgan three wheelers dating from 1913 1935 and a host of other automobilia.…
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11.2 miles
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Some of the finest museums in the South East. Rich in fine, applied and oriental art, costume, archaeology, natural local and social history.‐ Groups accepted‐ Open all year‐ Admission Free‐ Refreshments‐ Sorry, no dogs…
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13.6 miles
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Kent's open‐air museum is home to an outstanding collection of historic buildings which house exhibitions on life in Kent over the past 150 years.‐ Wheelchair access‐ Groups accepted‐ Picnic area‐ Coach parking‐ Kentish fare‐ Refreshments‐ Parking on‐siteOpening times: daily 10am ‐ 5.30pm. Only weekends in winter. …
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14.7 miles
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Tyrwhitt‐Drake Museum of Carriages is home to one of the largest and most well preserved collections of horse‐drawn vehicles from royal state carriages to sledges.…
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13.3 miles
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