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White-sand beaches, golden meadows, cherry orchards and vineyards, the Garden of England is one of the most naturally beautiful locations to spend your downtime.

Yet there's more to Kent and Sussex than rolling countryside, scenic coastline and seaside attractions. This corner of England has borne witness to some of the nation's defining moments, from the shores of Hastings to the White Cliffs of Dover, from Canterbury Cathedral to Rochester Castle, holidays in Kent offer the chance to experience a region rich with landmarks and incredible history.

So why not book a holiday in Sussex or Kent - and whether you're looking for seaside fun or a journey into the past, you'll find it here!

Reasons to visit Kent and Sussex

Serene Camber Sands or bustling Brighton
Castles, cathedrals and iconic chalk cliffs
Wine and dine on local seafood and wines from Kent and Sussex
Three fantastic seaside holiday parks to choose from
Enough activities to fill every day with amazing memories

A family running to the beach through the dunes at Camber Sands in Sussex

Breathtaking Beaches

Sand is in abundance in both Kent and Sussex, with the iconic Camber Sands the jewel in any Sussex holiday’s crown. If you stay at Camber Sands Holiday Park, you’ll have the glorious beach and all its activities right on your doorstep.

Beach lovers will also enjoy relaxing on the 2-mile stretch of golden sands at Greatstone Beach, straight opposite Romney Sands. Heading a little further north of the region, St. Margaret's Bay shingle beach offers a great day out exploring rock pools and trying out watersports.

Kent & Sussex's Beaches

people on Leysdown Beach

Leysdown Beach

Building sandcastles, collecting seashells and indulging in fish and chips - a day out at the seaside is what British holidays are made of.

A family on St. Margaret's Bay Beach

St Margaret's Bay Beach

Situated right in the heart of White Cliffs Country, this stunning shingle beach offers the ultimate day at the seaside.

A pebble beach with blue seas in the background

Minster Leas Beach

Award-winning and well-maintained, Minster Leas is an unspoiled pebble beach. An excellent promenade makes it popular with both dog walkers, cyclists and families.

Beach huts and a boat docked on Greatstone Beach

Greatstone Beach

Greatstone Beach is a popular two-mile long stretch of golden sand, frequented by lovers of windsports including yachting, kitesurfing and kiteboarding.

A couple sunbathing on the sand under an umbrella on Camber Sands Beach

Camber Sands Beach

As its name suggests, Camber Sands is one of the only beaches in the area to have sand, and the only sand dune system in East Sussex.

Groynes at Sheerness Beach

Sheerness Beach

Blue Flag Award-winning Sheerness Beach is a centrally-located shingle beach at the tip of Sheppey. It's ideal for walks when the tide is out.

A view over Viking Bay, Kent on a sunny day

Viking Bay

Popular Viking Bay in the seaside town of Broadstairs offers plenty to keep the kids entertained - swings, bouncy castles and rock pools brimming with sea life.

durdle door beach

Dymchurch Beach

Dymchurch Beach on the Kent Coast is the ideal spot for safe swimming and sunbathing thanks to its gently sloping sandy shore. It's great for building sandcastles too!

Botany Bay

When you visit Blue Flag Award-winning Botany Bay, it's impossible to resist the urge to take a photo of this mesmerising golden beach.

Joss Bay

With 200-metres of powder-soft, honey-hued sand and a powerful swell, Joss Bay is a surfer's haven and easily the best spot for surfing in Thanet.

Kingsgate Bay

Sheltered by high white chalk cliffs, Kingsgate Bay is a calm, sandy cove with some of the best sea caves in the country.

A family running to the beach through the dunes at Camber Sands in Sussex

History & Culture

How many holidays offer you the chance to stand in the exact spot where English history changed forever?

A visit to Senlac Hill, outside of Hastings, provides exactly that, with its English Heritage-run sculpture trail and abbey offering a unique and authentic insight into the Battle of Hastings. Historical and cultural sites don’t stop there, either, with Rochester Cathedral and Castle well worth a day trip.

Kent & Sussex's Historic and Cultural Attractions

a room in Restoration House

Restoration House

The home of Miss Haversham and an overnight pad for King Charles II, this splendid manor has a wonderfully colourful history!

A view of Dover Castle from across a field

Dover Castle

Dover Castle has defended Britain for 800 years - so there's heaps of history to uncover! From its medieval palace to an underground hospital.

Dungeness Lighthouse

The Old Lighthouse

Climb to the top of this 46-metre high lighthouse and you'll be rewarded with awesome sweeping views of the English Channel.

A couple walking down Mermaid Street in Rye

Mermaid Street, Rye

Take a wander down these romantic cobbles and you'll quickly discover why Mermaid Street is seen as one of the loveliest streets in Britain.

Exterior photo of Canterbury Cathedral

Canterbury Cathedral

A place of worship for more than 1,400 years, Canterbury Cathedral is renowned for its exquisite stained glass, Gothic architecture and that infamous murder.

Rochester Castle, Kent

Rochester Castle

Towering above Rochester, this imposing castle is one of the tallest in the country and has a dramatic and fascinating history.

Rochester Cathedral viewed through a stone wall

Rochester Cathedral

Dating back over 1400 years, England's second oldest cathedral is awash with character and history and has a wonderfully tranquil atmosphere.

White Cliffs of Dover

The White Cliffs of Dover

One of Britain's most famous natural icons offering sublime views of the English Channel and the French coastline far beyond.

Smugglers Adventure

Wander into the depths of these hidden caves and amidst the gloom, you'll discover mysterious and fascinating stories of the smugglers who operated here.

A close up of a classic British car

C M Booth Collection

Morgan cars are an iconic part of British motoring history, so discover some of their beautifully restored creations at this wonderful little museum.

Dover Museum Display

Dover Museum

This fascinating heritage museum uncovers Dover's history and archaeology with its star attraction being a 3,000-year-old prehistoric boat, the world's oldest known sea-faring vessel.

Theme Parks and Entertainment in Kent & Sussex

Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Light Railway

A world-famous miniature railway that's been going for 90 years! Hop on board to travel through the beautiful countryside of Kent in style.

A mother and son riding a dodgem

Dymchurch Amusement Park

Gentle rides, ice cream and arcades - a day at the beach isn't complete without a trip to the funfair!

a large digger at Diggerland

Diggerland Kent

Take the controls of a giant digger, a mini Landrover or a dumper truck - even if you're just a nipper!

Riding miniature steam train

Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway

This mile long miniature railway travels through a gorgeous country park - just the ticket for little ones looking to fulfil their steam train fixation!

A distant shot across the water of the amusements at Brighton Pier

Brighton Pier

Extending over the fabulous Brighton beach, this is THE classic Victorian pier, with carousels, candyfloss and copious amounts of charm!

Ringos splashing in the wake of a speedboat at Action Watersports in Kent

Outdoors & Adventure

Activities to get the pulse racing can be found in abundance all across the region.

A Camber Sands holiday isn’t complete without giving some of the beachside activities a go, such as kitesurfing along the shore or trying your hand at sailing in a small dinghy. For a more sedate waterborne experience, consider touring the historic city of Canterbury by boat, along the pleasantly babbling River Stour.

Outdoors, Animals & Wildlife in Kent & Sussex

Inflatable Aqua Park at Action Watersports

Action Watersports

Want some adrenalin pumped fun? Action Watersports offers Jet Skis, FlyBoarding, SUP, Pups on SUPs, fun rides, water-skiing, wakeboarding, and a water park!

people on a walkway through the threes

Go Ape Leeds Castle

As you breathe in sensational views of Leeds Castle you'll forget that you're 20m above the ground about to jump onto a thrilling zip wire.

Kids karting on a race track

Buckmore Park Kart Circuit

Put the pedal to the metal! A racetrack with Europe's widest choice of karting experiences - from fun unstructured sessions to racing with your mates.

Swinging between trees

Go Ape Bedgebury

As you traverse a tightrope 13m in the air, you'll have a thought (other than that's a long way down!) - I can do this!

A spectacled bear standing by water

Port Lympne Reserve

Barbary lions, spectacled bears, Rothschild giraffe - just some of the 80 species that call this wildlife park home - so why not say hello?

Wildwood Trust

Meet the creatures that roam the British Isles both today and in times past - from badgers and beavers to bears and wolves!

Howletts Wild Animal Park

You'll meet over 400 rare species at this conservation park - from magnificent tigers and snow leopards to the cutest baby rhinos!

Kids karting on a race track

Lydd Kart Circuit

Put your foot to the floor and take on one of the fastest go karting racetracks in the whole country!

Feeding animals at the farm

Kent Life

A celebration of Kent's rural heritage - meet traditional farm animals, explore apple orchards and go back in time to a vintage village!

The Kitesurf Centre

Kitesurfing, kiteboarding, powerkiting, kite landboarding - if you've ever dreamt of taking up a thrilling kite sport then there's surely nowhere better to learn!

Woodside Wildlife Park

A park that's home to a magical array of wildlife, from spellbinding white wolves to seriously cute lemurs and lynx.

A close up of two donkeys

Knockhatch Adventure Park

A great day out for little ones where they can make friends with owls and classic farm animals and go wild on fun-filled play areas.

Bunches of red grapes hanging on a leafy vine at The Chapel Down Winery

Treat Yourself

Some of the best English wines are produced here, and there are vineyards scattered across the region. The Chapel Down Winery offers tours of their wine making process and even a tasting session along the way!

If you’re more of a foodie, then holidays in Kent and Sussex won’t disappoint - freshly caught seafood is available all along the coast, at places such as the Court Yard Oyster Bar in Deal and Webbe’s at the Fish Café in Rye.

Food & Drink in Kent & Sussex

The chapel down winery building

The Chapel Down Winery

English wines are booming! So get to know them better with a guided tour and tutored tastings at Chapel Down Winery.

Local Towns & Tours in Kent & Sussex

a punting boat on a river through Canterbury

Canterbury

With its beautiful medieval streets, serene waterways and thumping nightlife there's a lot more to Canterbury than its spectacularly famous cathedral.

A group of seals on the shore

Sea Searcher Boat Trips

Spy seals in their natural environment on an exciting seal safari - watch them dipping through the waters, playing with their pups and relaxing on-shore.

Mermaid Street, Rye

Rye

Romantic cobbled lanes, mysterious passageways and evocative half-timbered buildings - the quaint little streets of Rye are guaranteed to charm!

A view of the River Stour, Canterbury

Canterbury Historic River Tours

A guided tour with a difference - you're in a rowing boat! Meander through Canterbury's picturesque waterways to receive a unique view of the city.

A boat docked at Rye Harbour

Rye Harbour

A lovely little harbour that's a perfect base for exploring the picturesque coastline or the nearby nature reserve and its mysterious castle.

The white cliff face of the White Cliffs of Dover contrasting against the blue sky on the Kent Coast

Stunning Scenery

If we’re talking British scenery, then the White Cliffs of Dover are certainly among the most iconic. Finding a spot up on the cliffs to gaze over to France across the water is an absolute must for your holiday itinerary, just make sure to bring a picnic if the sun is shining!

For something slightly different, consider visiting The Old Lighthouse at Dungeness and climbing the tower for some lovely views of the nearby nature reserve, as well as the English Channel.

Walks in Kent & Sussex

A family walking along the coastal path with the White Cliffs of Dover in the background

Appledore

Head out from Appledore towards the Saxon Shore Way on this circular route, which eventually leads back along the Military Canal Path.

A family walking along the coastal path with the White Cliffs of Dover in the background

Battle in Brief

This short walk is steeped in history, exploring the town of Battle - the site of the Battle of Hastings - featuring pretty meadows, winding streets and historic buildings.

A family walking along the coastal path with the White Cliffs of Dover in the background

Egerton

Discover everything the beautiful Kent countryside has to offer on this circular walk which incorporates stretches of the Stour Valley Walk and Greensand Way.

A family walking along the coastal path with the White Cliffs of Dover in the background

Sandwich to Dover along the Saxon Shore Way

This coastal linear walk follows the Saxon Shore Way from Sandwich to Dover, renowned for its fascinating birds and wildlife to watch out for along the way.

A family walking along the coastal path with the White Cliffs of Dover in the background

The Kent Coastline Walk - Margate to Broadstairs

Enjoy the iconic White Cliffs on this fantastic walk along the Kent coastline, with many points of interest on route including the Margate Winter Gardens and North Foreland Lighthouse.

A family walking along the coastal path with the White Cliffs of Dover in the background

Tour of Dungeness

Home to the UK's only desert, explore this circular walk around Dungeness, passing via a nature reserve, lighthouses and ending in a train ride.

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