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Places to visit near Allhallows

You can step yourself into Victoriana at Dickens World. Or go even further back in history at Rochester Castle. But for proper family fun, visit the Hop Farm. This farm has a magic castle, pirate cove – and loads of friendly animals.No promises, but on average this is the warmest and driest corner of England.

Lots to see and do

Our top picks

There are lots of fabulous places to visit, using Haven holiday parks as your base. From beautiful beaches and landscapes to places of interest like historical sites and nature trails, or attractions like theme parks and wildlife parks - there are choices to suit the whole family. Check out our top picks.

Aerial view of the River Stour in Canterbury, Kent

The perfect blend of inspirational architecture, stunning coastline and lush, leafy countryside. A trip to this historic city has to include a visit to the Cathedral!

Address:	Canterbury Visitor Centre, 12/13 Sun Street, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2HX
Open dates:	All year round
Distance from park:	44 miles from Allhallows

Come and visit this adventure park unlike any other. Children and adults can drive real working diggers, dumpers and full-size construction machinery!

Address:	Diggerland, Roman Way, Medway Valley Leisure Park, Strood, Kent, ME2 2NU
Open dates:	All year round
Distance from park:	11 miles from Allhallows

In the heart of Kent, this fantastic castle is set on two islands on the River Len. Enjoy the colourful gardens, family treasures and superb architecture.

Address:	Leeds Castle, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 1PB
Open dates:	All year round
Distance from park:	27 miles from Allhallows

This beautiful Elizabethan fort is set in tranquil grounds alongside a riverside village.

Address:	Upnor Castle, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4XG
Open dates:	1 April - 30 September
Distance from park:	8 miles from Allhallows

Admire the superb architecture and the striking stained glass dating back to the 12th and 13th centuries. Pilgrims and visitors have made their way to Canterbury Cathedral since the Middle Ages. It remains one of the most visited places in the country.

Address:	Canterbury Cathedral, Cathedral House, 11 The Precincts, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2EH
Open dates:	All year round
Distance from park:	44 miles from Allhallows

Enjoy fantastic beaches and Victorian architecture in this traditional seaside town. Enjoy fantastic beaches and Victorian architecture in this traditional seaside town.

Address:	The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TE
Open dates:	All year round
Distance from park:	10 miles from Allhallows

Once a major supplier of hops to London breweries, the Hop Family Farm was recently transformed into an adventure park with attractions, animals and plenty of places to eat and drink.

Address:	The Hop Farm Family Park, Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 6PY
Open dates:	All year round
Distance from park:	28 miles from Allhallows

Explore a 90-acre adventure in beautiful ancient parkland that is ideal for great days out in Kent with the entire family. No gimmicks, no nonsense, Howletts Wild Animal Park is committed to one thing, the conservation, breeding and reintroduction of rare and endangered animals.

Address:	Howletts Wild Animal Park, Bekesbourne Lane, Bekesbourne, Littlebourne, Canterbury CT4 5EL
Open dates:	All year round
Distance from park:	52 miles from Allhallows

View of Rochester Castle from the castle gardens

Rochester Castle stands within the walls of the Roman city of Rochester at a strategic crossing of the river Medway. The site is dominated by the impressive Norman keep, roughly square in plan. Surrounding the keep is the bailey, which would have been filled with buildings in the mid-13th century but is now occupied by the Castle Gardens.

Address:	Rochester Castle, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1SW
Open dates:	All year round
Distance from park:	10 miles from Allhallows

Rochester Cathedral is England's second oldest, having been founded in AD604 by Bishop Justus. The glorious Norman architecture of the nave, parts of the crypt, as well as one of the finest Romanesque facades in England, make this an inspirational place to visit.

Address:	Rochester Cathedral, The Chapter Office, Garth House, The Precinct, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1SX
Open dates:	All year round
Distance from park:	10 miles from Allhallows

A charming town with a rich maritime history with diving, shipbuilding and fishing. Whitstable is also a shopper's delight with a range of independent art and craft, fashion and gift shops.

Address:	Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1DY
Open dates:	All year round
Distance from park:	43 miles from Allhallows

A sand and mud beach located in a small town. Allhallows is a popular beach for fishing and walking; and even has it's own golf course.

Address:	Allhallows Beach , Rochester, The Medway Towns, Kent, ME3 9SY
Open dates:	All year round
Distance from park:	Less than a mile from Allhallows

Sheerness beach is a gently sloping sand; shingle and pebble beach at the mouth of the Thames river. Winning a blue flag award in 2013 sheerness beach is perfect for all the family to visit.

Address:	Sheerness Beach, Seaside Ave, Minster on Sea, Sheerness, ME12 2NA
Open dates:	All year round
Restrictions:	Dogs not allowed from 1 May - 30 September Lifeguards: Daily 7 July-2 September, weekends and bank holidays only 26 May-1 July Lifeguard patrol times: 10am-6pm
Distance from park:	35 miles from Allhallows

Whitstable Beach © Alan Glicksman (flickr)

Whitstable beach is a popular shingle beach with a variety of shops; cafes and restaurant. It has a small harbour where a local shell fishing fleet operates.