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Maidstone - The County Town of Kent

 

Whether visiting Maidstone to shop in the new Fremlins Walk shopping centre, or trying to capture the historic Maidstone from medieval times, you will find that Maidstone has much to offer. Night life in Maidstone is vibrant, with clubs, bars restaurants and bistros aplenty.

 

The Medway River runs through Maidstone – which hosts the annual River Festival, and also acts as an alternative mode of travel by way of ‘park and sail’. There are also boat trips from the centre of the town.

Archbishops Palace

This magnificent medieval building is surrounded with beautiful gardens and situated on the River Medway, making this palace a very attractive venue for your special day. To arrange a wedding call: 01622 752891

Maidstone Carriage Museum

This Museum is not to be missed whilst touring Maidstone, with an exclusive collection of horse-drawn Royal and State carriages - the first of its kind in the United Kingdom and is said to be the finest in Europe. The collection can be located in the stables of the Archbishop’s Palace. Admission to the Museum is free.

Maidstone Carriage Museum, Mill Street, Maidstone, Kent. ME15 6YP Tel: 01622 602838

Maidstone Museum

Chillington Manor built in 1562 is home to this Museum. Discover the gorgeous diverse collections that Maidstone Museum has to offer, from Victorian to Egyptian artefacts, or visit The Earth Heritage Gallery. Children will love to explore and learn the local history. Free Admission.

Maidstone Museum, St. Faith Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1LH TEL: 01622 602838

Maidstone Millennium River Park

The Millennium Park opened in 2001 and is be located along the River Medway in Maidstone, with its 10km of paths and 3 footbridges you can walk to Teston and Allington through beautiful rural settings.

Bank Street

With its many listed buildings and outstanding architectural excellence, Bank Street is said to be the most historic street in Maidstone. There are numerous restaurants and wine bars situated here.

Earl Street

Earl Street takes you to Maidstone’s Hazlitt theatre where you will discover, Drama, Comedy, musical and Children’s entertainment.

http://www.hazlitttheatre.co.uk

Fremlin Walk Built on the site of a Victorian brewery, this new shopping centre offers over 50 shops including a department store and many cafes. Information on all stores and opening times can be found at www.fremlinwalk.co.uk/ 

Royal star Arcade

This Arcade has a sophisticated assortment of small shops - including beautiful china and glass stores, designer clothing and shoe boutiques.

The Corn Exchange

Just around the corner from the Hazlitt Theatre, you can find cafes, catering and cake decorating shops and also - for the ladies - an exquisite Lingerie boutique and individual clothing stores. The Mall

The Mall offers undercover shopping over three floors. All major stores can be found here together with varied eateries.