Captivating Kent

Join us for a wonderful five-day escape to Kent, the Garden of England, staying in the elegant seaside town of Folkestone at the Best Western Plus Burlington Hotel. This relaxing break combines beautiful countryside, historic attractions, a leisurely river cruise and a nostalgic steam railway journey, giving you the perfect opportunity to discover some of Kent’s most memorable sights. From the magnificent Leeds Castle, surrounded by stunning gardens and parkland, to a scenic three-hour lunch cruise along the River Medway aboard the Kentish Lady, there is plenty to enjoy throughout your stay. We’ll also travel on the much-loved Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway from Hythe to Dungeness, offering a delightful journey through the Kent countryside to one of the county’s most distinctive coastal landscapes. With comfortable hotel accommodation, all excursions included, luxury coach travel and refreshments available as we travel, this is a relaxing and varied break with something to enjoy every day.

We include:

• 4 nights' half board accommodation at the 4 Star Best Western Plus Burlington Hotel, Folkestone

• Luxury coach travel from Leeds

• Three-hour Kentish Lady lunch cruise

• Visit to Leeds Castle

• Journey on the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway

The 4 Star Best Western Plus Burlington Hotel

We enjoy a three hour lunch cruise on the Kentish Lady. Sit back, relax and enjoy a leisurely three-hour lunch cruise aboard the Kentish Lady, sailing along the picturesque River Medway from Maidstone. During the cruise, enjoy a delicious lunch served on board while taking in the ever-changing scenery from the comfort of the boat.

We visit Leeds Castle, set on two picturesque islands surrounded by a tranquil lake, Leeds Castle is one of Kent’s most spectacular historic attractions. Dating back over 900 years, this magnificent castle has been a royal residence, a private home and a place of entertainment for generations.

Step back in time as we board the famous Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway at Hythe for a nostalgic journey through the beautiful Kent countryside to Dungeness. This much-loved miniature railway travels along the Romney Marsh, passing open farmland, picturesque villages and wide expanses of peaceful countryside as the steam or heritage diesel locomotive carries us towards the coast.

The journey offers wonderful views of the unique Romney Marsh landscape before arriving at Dungeness, one of Britain’s most unusual and distinctive coastal areas. Here, the vast shingle beach and dramatic landscape create a fascinating contrast to the lush countryside we have travelled through.