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A Shepherds hut holiday in Kent
Stay in Kent’s beautiful countryside and experience something different. Why not try our original vintage shepherd’s hut which we have fully restored and sits in its own private meadow overlooking some stunning scenery of the Alkham Valley and the Kent Downs. A Shepherds hut holiday in Kent is a unique holiday and has many highlights. Some highlights of our luxury ‘glamping’ hut -Firepit with a barbeque for great outdoor cooking and relaxing by the fire -Ensuite shower! -Kingsize bed -Amazing views of the Kent Downs -Cosy woodstove with plenty of logs supplied -Nespresso coffee machine UPDATE For those looking for glamping accommodation in Kent, we now have two huts available called Shepherd’s Watch and Ploughman’s Retreat. Greenhill Glamping is set on our family farm in the beautiful location of the Alkham Valley on the Kent Downs near to Dover in … Continue reading
Ten Great Reasons to Come to Kent
We are on the doorstep of the Continent and an hour from London, the county of Kent has many highlights. Here are ten great reasons to come to Kent. 1. Heritage Kent is the oldest county in England Canterbury is among the oldest cities with a continuous history. It traces its rich heritage through the architectural styles of buildings along its narrow cobbled streets. St Martin’s (World Heritage Site) for instance, is the oldest working parish church in England. Wander the atmospheric streets of Sandwich and you’ll come across the highest density of listed buildings in any town in England. Sandwich also has more medieval buildings than anywhere else. 2. Cathedrals Kent is home to the two oldest Cathedrals in England Canterbury Cathedral’s magnificent interior has a history of worship stretching right back to AD 597. The Mother Church of … Continue reading