Cranbrook

Cranbrook in Kent Town Guide

About Cranbrook in Kent

Cranbrook is a small town that exists roughly half way between Maidstone and Hastings. It is home to stunning views and filled with greenery and nature. Cranbrook has a small population of just 7,000 people.

Within Cranbrook you can find antiquated churches, museums and engaging galleries. A religious ambiance can be felt here due to the many churches, for example St Dunstan, also known as the cathedral of the weald. It is 74ft tall and also contains the prototype for the Big Ben in London.

The Museum on Carriers Road is an excellent environment to explore and learn about the evolution of Cranbrook and all of the history that is involved with this delightful town.

Another attraction that is very important to the town of Cranbrook is the Cranbrook Windmill. This is a 7 story building that in total took £3,500 to create. It was originally designed for Mary Dobell, she wanted the Windmill made for her son as she thought it was a good way to set him up for business. It is now free to visit.

In the 19th century the railway reached Cranbrook making it easily accessible to visitors, increasing the tourism.

Economically, Cranbrook took off in the 14th century when they became a cloth industry, this was their main earner of money. Wealthier clothes established the character of the town. However cloth became less requested and needed so Cranbrook turned to agriculture, so there are many fields and greenery to be seen.

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Attractions and Activities

The Colonel Stephens Railway Museum

Records the career of Holman Fred Stephens, light railway promoter, engineer and manager, his family, his railways and his successors

Bewl Water

800 acres country park with the largest stretch of open water in the South East. Bewl Water is the perfect place for family days out on and around the water. With cycling, boat trips, adventure playgrounds, laser challenge and great … more

Merriments Gardens

A stunning four acre show garden complete with ponds, wild area, bird hide and bog garden. Imaginative use of colour and texture make these gardens a firm favourite both locally and further afield.A great day out for garden lovers, Merriments … more

Accommodation

The George Hotel & Brasserie, Cranbrook

In a historic 14th-century building, this beautiful boutique hotel houses 12 unique and individually designed rooms, offering a stunning blend of stylish…

Sissinghurst Castle Farmhouse

Featuring a garden and views of garden, Sissinghurst Castle Farmhouse is a bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in Sissinghurst, 23 km from…

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