Maidstone History & Heritage

Maidstone has a colourful history shaped by battles, revolts, witches, mad priests and later, industrialists, brewers and Victorian benefactors.  Situated between Dover and London the town was a main route for pilgrimages and a bustling centre for local and national trade, focusing along the River Medway.

Historic Maidstone BuildingDespite many changes throughout the centuries, the ambience of old Maidstone can still be captured when walking through the town. Look out for the Archbishops' Palace, the All Saints Church, the College of All Saints, Corpus Christi Hall,  Maidstone Town Hall, the Carriage Museum and Maidstone Museum and Bentlif Art Gallery

Discover the unusual and intriguing history of Maidstone. It is an area where a treasure trove of hidden delights is waiting to be discovered on the historic walking tour.

Around the town there are many historic sites to visit such as The Friars, Kent Life, Kits Coty and the splendid Leeds Castle.

More information can be found on the Maidstone History pages.

  • Maidstone Leisure Centre

    Maidstone Leisure centre

    Location: Maidstone

    Maidstone Leisure Centre is set in the attractive Mote Park surrounding a large lake for sailing...

  • Go Ape! High Wire Forest Adventure Leeds Castle

    Go Ape

    Location: Maidstone

    Think you, your friends and family can handle 3 hours of tree top adventure climbing 30ft up a rope...

  • Clare Park

    Tennis at Clare Park

    Location: Maidstone

    Clare Park is the first park in Maidstone to have achieved green Flag Status, which recognises the...

  • Kent Wildlife Trust Tyland Barn Visitor Centre

    Kent Wilf Life Trust - Tyland Barn

    Location: Sandling

    A beautifully restored 17thC barn, now a visitor centre, with displays on Kent's wildlife habitats...

  • Buckmore Park Kart Circuit

    Buckmore Park Kart Circuit, Chatham

    Location: Chatham

    Experience the thrills of high speed with sharp bends, head for Buckmore Park International kart...

  • Hazlitt Arts Centre

    Hazlitt Arts Centre

    Location: Maidstone

    The Hazlitt Arts Centre offers a varied programme from popular music & famous names to drama &...

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