Address
8 Tonbridge RoadPembury
Tunbridge Wells
Kent
TN2 4QL
Tel: +44 (0)844 815 9074
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The hotel is housed inside an 18th century Georgian period building that retains many of its period features offering a hotel with charm and character. The traditional hotel building has modern facilities inside to offer the best of both worlds. The hotel is located less than 3 miles from Tunbridge Wells, offering guests a hotel in a peaceful, tranquil environment in the scenic Kent countryside.
Local transport links in the area include Tunbridge Wells train station located 2.7 miles away, with access to regular services across Kent, the surrounding areas and London. There is access to local bus and major roads.
Visitors can expect a warm welcome and good levels of service at the hotel. The hotel is located in the outskirts of Tunbridge Wells where visitors can find easy access to local amenities. Tunbridge Wells offers visitors with a choice of shops, cafes and restaurants. The closest train stations are located at Tunbridge Wells, High Broom and Frant.
Facilities
There are a total of 84 en-suite guest bedrooms at the hotel, guests can choose from standard rooms, feature rooms, family rooms and for greater space and luxury suites are available. There are rooms available with disabled access.
Room facilities include flat screen television, telephone, radio, alarm clock, toiletries, hairdryer, trouser press, work desk and tea and coffee making amenities.
There is Wi-Fi internet access available at the hotel (chargeable). There are free on site car parking facilities available for hotel guests.
The hotel includes the Sebastian Coe Health Club, facilities here include the heated indoor swimming pool, sauna and steam room. There are a range of health, beauty and pampering treatments available.
There are facilities for business meets, events and conferences with a total of 8 meeting rooms available for hire offering a capacity of up to 200 delegates. There are facilities for private function and weddings with a range of packages available there are facilities to cater for up to 120 guests at a wedding reception. The hotel’s scenic landscaped gardens make the hotel a popular venue for weddings.
Dining
Guests can enjoy a hot full English breakfast or a Continental breakfast with a choice of cereals, breads, pastries, preserves, fruits, yogurts and hot and cold drinks.
The Mallows Restaurant has a range of meat, fish and vegetable dishes offering both British and international dishes. There is a temping dessert menu and there are options for vegetarians. The impressive wine list offers a good choice to find the perfect accompaniment to your meal. The restaurant enjoys a relaxed atmosphere where diners can enjoy the dining experience.
The Oast Bar is a place guests can go to relax and unwind, there is a laid back atmosphere and a choice of drinks. There are a range of beers, wines and spirits available, there is a bar menu offering a range of light bites, snacks and meals. The bar is a great place to catch up with family and friends in a friendly environment.
Local Attractions
The hotel is conveniently located for exploring Kent’s Attractions and local places of interest.
The hotel’s located close to Tunbridge Wells in Kent offers visitors a tranquil location and a convenient one from which to see the various sights and attractions in the county. Kent known as the ‘Garden of England’ offers visitors plenty of history and culture, coastline, market towns and cities. Visitors can see some of the best of the English countryside making it an attractive location to enjoy a short break or holiday.
There are a number of local attractions and places of interest located in the area. Tunbridge Wells located a few away, it is a Georgian spa town founded back in the 17th century. The town has a regal feel to it whilst enjoying a relaxed atmosphere. The Pantiles is a colonnaded walk and has a number of cafes and shops that visitors may find interesting. A variety of festivals are held at the Pantiles each year, including an open air art exhibition and various productions of the Pantiles Palyers Theatre.
Visitors to Tunbridge Wells are attracted by the displays of Tunbridge Ware, a unique form of wooden inlaid marquetry that was traditionally made in the area for many years. Antique shops in Tunbridge Wells sell these the displays of Tunbridge Ware. Other attractions in the vicinity include Bateman's the former home of Rudyard Kipling.
The Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery includes a range of exhibits of local history and culture, including Tunbridge ware, toys, dolls, archaeology and natural history. The Art Gallery contains changing exhibitions displaying a variety of art and craft including traditional and modern art and more.
The Bluewater Shopping Centre is located 28 miles away; it is among the largest shopping and leisure complexes in the UK and has a variety of cafes, restaurants and entertainment facilities in addition to its 330 plus stores. The Lakeside Shopping Centre is located just over 30 miles away in the neighbouring county of Essex, it has over 250 shops including famous high street names, there is also a retail park and entertainment and adventures facilities.
The town of Tenterten is located approx 20 miles away, is a quintessential English country town with a number of tea shops, antique shops, specialist shops and a choice of country pubs and inns. The town offers a great place to enjoy lunch and take a leisurely stroll around the shops in a town full of character.
The county of Kent is home to more country houses and historic buildings than the majority of places in the UK offering visitors with plenty of attractions. The town of Dover is a port town located approx 52 miles away with a long maritime history and is a gateway to and from mainland Europe. The famous White Cliffs of Dover are located here; they are a National Trust protected site of scientific interest and among the most recognisable landmarks in the UK.
Dover Castle offers two centuries of history and heritage and had played a key role in protecting this part of the coastline. Visitors can see the Saxon church and the remains of the Roman lighthouse, one of the oldest buildings in the UK dating back to AD50. There is also a museum and a tunnels that were used during wartime to discover.
The city of Canterbury is located approx 47 miles away on the River Stour and has historically been of great strategic and religious importance, the city is synonymous with Anglicanism. The city has been awarded the UNESCO World Heritage Site Status; it boasts a wealth of historical sites and attracts large numbers of visitors each year. The St Martin’s Church is the oldest parish church in England; the Canterbury Royal Museum & Art Gallery is home to an impressive collection of Roman relics and mosaics.
Canterbury is a compact city allowing visitors to take a stroll around, take in the atmosphere and see the sights. The city has a number of eateries and pubs where you can relax and enjoy food and refreshments.
Canterbury Cathedral is among the most famous attractions in Kent and along with St Augustine's Abbey and St Martin's Church, form part of the world heritage site. The Cathedral Church was founded in 597 AD by St Augustine; the original Saxon church was destroyed by fire in the 11th century and rebuilt again. The cathedral is well known as a place of pilgrimage since the middle ages and remains so. There are guided tours and audio-tours in several languages available.
Chartwell House is a manor house located approx 18 miles away; the house is best known for being the home of Winston Churchill for many years. Visitors can see the scenic gardens including the water and rose gardens that were commissioned by the Churchill’s. The house is a favourite attraction for admirers of Sir Winston Churchill and for visitors with a keen interest history and culture. The house is located in a peaceful, tranquil location in the Kent countryside making for a peaceful oasis. The house contains a range of memorabilia on Sir Winston Churchill including photographs and paintings that visitors can see when touring the house.
Knole is located 12 miles away; it is home to one of the finest stately homes in the UK, the historic house has many historic links with kings, queens, the nobility and literary links to i.e. Virginia Woolf, making the house among the most fascinating in the UK. The stunning state rooms are preserved with 18th century authenticity, the rooms were designed to impress visitors with the wealth and societal standing of the Sackville family and they now impress the many visitors to the house. There is also the last remaining medieval deer park in Kent located here.
Leeds Castle is among the best known and visited castles in the UK. The castle is located 20 miles away and is set on two islands on the River Len in the Kent heartland. The castle has historic links to royalty and nobility stretching back over a century. Visitors can see centuries of history and view the striking interiors, family treasures and renowned architecture of the castle. The castle gardens with wild flowers and roses are synonymous with the best in English gardens. The castle offers visitors a wonderful sight, plenty of history and culture and a stunning backdrop.
Kent is also home to Hever Castle & Gardens, the historic castle dates back to the 13th century and is well known for its links with Anne Boleyn, second wide of Henry VIII. The impressive castle contains a number of collections in art works, tapestries, furniture and portraits. There are 30 acres of gardens including the acclaimed Italian garden, there is also the rose and Tudor gardens for visitors to see. There is also a Yew Maze, a Splashing Water Maze and an adventure playground for children ensuring there is plenty for the whole family to enjoy. .
Chislehurst Caves are located approx 26 miles away in the Kent town of Chislehurst. Here there are a series of man made tunnels stretching for approx 20 miles to form a large complex of passageways and caverns that have been dug over the years. There are three main sections to the caves Druid, Roman and Saxon with each separate section connected to the other. Visitors can take a guided tour to learn more about the caves and its fascinating history, including its role in both World Wars.
The Museum of Kent Life is located in Maidstone, the open air museum contains a number of historical buildings that have been preserved and there are a number of exhibitions that detail life in Kent dating over 150 years. There is a farmyard along with a granary and a working farm; there is an adventure play area for children too. There is plenty to see and do here including a nature trail and boat trips. The museum offers a fun and educational day out for the whole family.
Dickens World is located close to Chatham, approx 25 miles from the hotel. Here visitors can go back in time to the Dickens period and see and smell the sights and sounds of the 19th century. There are a range of attractions here including the great expectations boat ride, Britannia theatre, haunted house and many more. There is a play area for young children.
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Transport Links
Closest Train Stations:
Tunbridge Wells: 2.7 Miles
High Brooms: 2.7 Miles
Frant: 4.7 Miles
Closest Airports:
The closest airport is Gatwick Airport located 36 miles away by road via the A21, M25 and M23. London City Airport is located 41 miles away via the A21, M25 and A13.
Gatwick Airport: 36 Miles
London City Airport: 41 Miles
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