Maidstone

The Heart of Kent is home to some of England's most historic castles and stately homes. Kent is known as the Garden of England and shows the English countryside at its best.

Maidstone, as Kent's County Town has a lively mix of arts, culture, and entertainment. Ancient buildings alongside modern styles provide an interesting contrast of old and new.
The grand Elizabethan manor house Chillington Manor holds Maidstone Museum & Bentlif Art Gallery, one of England's finest regional museums.
Maidstone Carriage Museum within the medieval stables of the Archbishops' Palace has a fascinating collection of horse-drawn vehicles.

From small independent retailers to large department stores, Maidstone has plenty to offer for all the family. The new shopping complex Fremlin Walk built on the site of a former Victorian brewery holds host to a variety of modern and traditional shops. For a shopping environment that's welcoming, bright and clean, visit the Chequers Centre, and Maidstone still holds a traditional market at Lockmeadow.

The Millennium River Park follows the banks of the River Medway from the centre of Maidstone town to the surrounding countryside.

Maidstone offers a choice of restaurants, live music and theatre to round off any busy day out, or for the livelier crowd Maidstone has wine bars, live venues, and nightclubs on offer for all tastes and moods. Maidstone is said to be the place to go out in Kent with Its wide range of venues that cater for all music tastes.