Smarden is an attractive village with an intriguing history in the garden County of Kent, home to twelve hundred people. The woollen industry played its part in the growth of the village a legacy of which can be seen with the impressive collection of ancient houses spanning the centuries. At the heart of the village stands the 14th Century church dedicated to St Michael renowned for its unusual nave. Today's visitor will definitely enjoy the timeless feel when strolling along the banks of the River Beult which flows through the village that has three shops, three pubs, and an inspiring art gallery that tempts artists to reach for a brush to capture the surrounding woodland countryside.
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Places to Stay near Smarden
Chequers Inn (0.02 miles)
Frasers of Coldharbour (2.06 miles)
Dering Arms (2.70 miles)
Elvey Farm Restaurant (2.87 miles)
Rectory Barn (3.05 miles)
Hopes Grove Cottage (3.31 miles)
Mike and Brenda Harrison welcome you to their lovingly restored Grade II Listed Cottage, parts of which date back to the 17th Century.
Among the many features within their home are a wealth of oak beams ... More | visit website
The Old Barn at Bethersden (3.40 miles)
Bethersden - The Old Barn (3.40 miles)
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Situated in the heart of the darling buds of May country, where a warm welcome awaits you at our 18th century listed Barn set in ... More
Oak Tree Cottage Bed and Breakfast (3.46 miles)
Headcorn Lodge Hotel (4.57 miles)
Set in rolling countryside the Headcorn Lodge Hotel is a travel lodge style hotel. Situated in the grounds of the Weald of Kent business and recreation centre. The hotel has access to the clubhouse restaurant, ... More | visit website
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