family days out in kent

History Its foundation in 1234 has traditionally been ascribed to Henry III. However recent research suggests that it went back further and that the King simply claimed to have founded it. It was run by monks, covered a large area, and was to all intents and purposes a small monastery. Its main premises consisted of the hospital buildings, two small churches (one above the other), a Royal suite, and the domestic quarters of the master and brethren, with adjoining barn, fish-pond, water-mill, and stables. Of the two churches, one was for the use of the monks, the other for the use of pilgrims and people living in the vicinity. For some years in the 16th century a school was also provided for benefit of local children. On the opposite side of Ospringe Street, on either corner of Water Lane, were two buildings thought to have housed chantry priests. Both have survived, though they have been altered. The one now known as the Maison Dieu is on the west corner. The one on the east corner became an inn (the Crown) and is now a private house. The building now known as the Maison Dieu was secured in 1923 by local residents and has been a museum since, housing Roman and medieval objects excavated from nearby sites. Opening Times The Maison Dieu is open to the public on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays 2pm to 5pm, from Easter Bank Holiday to the end of October.

Faversham Swimming Pool (0.8 miles)
Faversham 01795 532426
Welcome to Faversham Pools  The faversham Pools are an ideal place for the  family to have a day out with a picnic. Hot and cold drinks and food are usually available. The Outdoor..

Chart Gunpowder Mills (0.9 miles)
Faversham 01795 424341
Chart Gunpowder Mills The Oare Gunpowder Mllls is a site that was used to produce gunpowder from the seventeenth century until the 1930's. Gunpowder was manufactured in the Faversham area..

Faversham Recreation Ground (1.1 miles)

Faversham Activity Centre (1.2 miles)
Faversham 01795 532132
Activity Centre Adventure Play Within the centre is a large adventure play area, full of slides, tubes, steps, ropes, balls and other things to keep children safely entertained for hours...

Farming World (3 miles)
Faversham 01227 751144
Farming World What would a farm be without animals? Nowhere near as much fun! At Farming World, our animals are our pride and joy and we hope that you will get as much pleasure from..

Mount Ephraim Gardens (4.3 miles)
Nr Faversham 01227 751496
Mount Ephraim Gardens Just outside the market town of Faversham off the A2, you can find the Edwardian Gardens of Mount Ephraim. Owned by the Dawes family for over 300 years, Mount Ephraim..

BEECH COURT GARDENS (4.8 miles)
Challock 01233 740735
BEECH COURT GARDENS Ten acre informal garden full of interest and surprises! Fine collection of rare trees including many acers. Rhododendrons and Azaleas in spring, climbing roses, island..

Cineworld (6.6 miles)
Ashford 0871 200 2000
Cineworld Ashford Please phone for latest film showings. 12 Screens Soft drinks and alcohol Snack style hot food Parking approx 600 spaces Mastercard, Visa,Switch Smoking prohibited..

Merry Go Gound (6.9 miles)
Sittingbourne 01795 430840
Welcome To Merry Go Round We are a children's adventure play centre, conveniently based on the Eurolink Estate close to the centre of Sittingbourne. Our aim is to provide children with..

Bayford Meadows Go Karting (7 miles)
Sittingbourne 01795 410707
Junior Birthdays Ideal for that original birthday party, taking place on the short circuit. All sessions are fully supervised and the party duration is approximately 1.5 hours. Minimum age..