Shadoxhurst Holidays

It seems holidays in the UK are trendy again, and where better to spend low-cost holidays in the UK than beautiful Shadoxhurst in Kent? Shadoxhurst parish dates back to the 13th century, which you can see in the lancet windows of the parish church. Around and about Shadoxhurst, UK holidays take in some fascinating days out. At the South of England rare breeds centre, children can meet some friendly animals such as sheep, pigs and golden goats. Perhaps you've never heard of a Bagot goat or a Lincoln Longwool? You will have after visiting the centre, where children will love playing with the piglets and other small animals. Elsewhere, Grade II-listed Willesborough Windmill is one of the south's largest smock mills. Find out how a windmill works, how flour is made and see a unique collection of 1950s cycles and motorcycles made in the town.

 

Children love family holidays because there's just so much to do.  One example is the Kent and East Sussex Railway, not far from Shadoxhurst. Widely seen as the country's finest rural light railway, the steam train's 10.5 mile route from Tenterden through the gorgeous Rother Valley is not to be missed. The line finishes at another UK holidays gem, the lovely National Trust castle at Bodiam. The railway offers a fabulous day out, particularly as a dining car service is available, as well as on-train catering that includes cream teas, and even evening fish-and-chip suppers. Other UK holiday attractions close to Shadoxhurst include Port Lympne: The Aspinall Wild Animal Experience. Here you can see more than 500 rare animals such as Przewalski horses, Siberian tigers and the largest number of breeding black rhino outside of Africa. Visit Brenzett Museum near Shadoxhurst on your UK holiday, too, and see a unique collection of wartime equipment, remains from aircraft crash sites and other fascinating memorabilia.

 

For low-cost UK family holidays in Kent, Shadoxhurst offers a great base. Around the area, you'll find low-cost holiday lodges, holiday parks and holiday cottages, plus a selection of hotels that includes Boys Hall, Ashford International, and the Holiday Inn, also in nearby Ashford. If you're in search of budget accommodation for your UK holidays, the Shadoxhurst area is not short of camping and caravanning sites. Shadoxhurst is also just half an hour or so from London, and a trip to the bright lights is a must when taking holidays in the UK.