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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Events

Monday, 1st April 2024 - Monday, 1st April 2024

Easter Egg HuntEaster Egg HuntJoin The Friars on the 1st April for an Easter egg hunt!
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Sunday, 7th July 2024 - Sunday, 7th July 2024

early FordKent's All Ford ShowAn opportunity for Ford enthusiasts to meet and display their vehicles (cars and commercial).
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Sunday, 8th September 2024 - Sunday, 8th September 2024

Classic CarKent's Classic Car ShowAn opportunity for Classic Car enthusiasts to meet and display their cars.
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Facilities

Other

  • 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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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

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    Recent Reviews:

    • rockchick_9
      Kent, United Kingdom
      Rude Priest
      5 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 26th December 2023
      My Daughters visiting us decide to go Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve.when they arrived around 11.30 ish they were greeted by locked gates and a couple who were locked in, they asked the couple if... Read full review
    • Tony042
      London, United Kingdom
      No lunch
      3 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 6th March 2024
      Whilst the priory itself is nice to walk around we were very disappointed by the restaurant and tea room . Restaurant full to capacity from a conference and tea room at 12.30 run out of almost... Read full review
    • Scatterling1
      Maidstone, United Kingdom
      Great venue and fab food.
      5 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 20th March 2024
      Great place. Had a wonderful long weekend Buddhist retreat here, some stayed in the rooms and others joined as day visitors. Food in the restaurant was fabulous, service friendly throughout wherever... Read full review

    Map & Directions

    Opening Times

    Opening 2024 (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024)
    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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