The Friars - Aylesford

Type:Abbey / Priory

Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7BX

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Aylesford Priory

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The Carmelite Friary founded in 1242 was dispossessed at the dissolution of the monasteries by Henry VIII and was re-established in 1949. The site is now an important pilgrimage centre with lovely grounds and picnic areas. Tearooms, shop, pottery and upholstery workshops.

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Facilities

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  • All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
  • Family Fun
  • Guided Tours Available for Individuals
  • On-Site café/restaurant
  • Parking (free)
  • Picnic Site
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors
  • Village Location

Establishment Features

  • Conference facilities

Parking & Transport

  • On site parking

Provider Preferences

  • In countryside

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    Recent Reviews:

    • Philip M
      Mothers Day lunch 2026
      4 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 18th March 2026
      We went for their Mothers Day meal and it was delicious! Read full review
    • SalpicaderoBrillante
      Margate, United Kingdom
      Very peaceful and picturesque on the banks of the river Medway
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 22nd March 2026
      Part of our Mother's Day trip. The Kent Farmers market was on which had lots of variety of stalls from plants to handmade cards and of course homemade food. There is a visitors shop, café, pottery... Read full review
    • Amy M
      Lovely Gardens and Calm Atmosphere
      4 of 5 stars
      Saturday, 4th July 2026
      We had a lovely wander around the gardens and a couple of the chapels — a very serene atmosphere across the site. We then stopped for cake and a cup of tea in the tearoom, which was a nice end to our... Read full review

    Map & Directions

    Opening Times

    Opening 2026 (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026)
    DayTimes

    * Summer (March - October): Monday to Saturday, 10am - 5pm. Sunday, 11am - 5pm.

    Winter (October - March): Monday - Saturday, 10am - 4pm. Sunday, 11am - 4pm

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