A lovely, tranquil place to wander amongst the greenery - a beautiful mix of formal and wilder gardens. The walled garden was looking especially colourful. Plus, delicious tea!

Lovely place just outside Ashford, Kent. Limited opening hours but well worth a visit. Gardens and house were very interesting and the cream tea was wonderful!

Did the house tour. Very informative but a bit long.The gardens are a treat to visit always something blooming.

This is a beautiful country house set in a spectacular garden. You walk through different areas, an Italian garden, a walled garden, orchard, wild garden and mixed borders, with magnificent tree specimens scattered around. Take a camera.

Wonderful gardens! A wide variety of styles and all are immaculately maintained. The house is a hidden gem in the Kent countryside. We received a very friendly welcome and enjoyed tea and cakes after walking round. We'll definitely go again.

Wonderful house steeped in history coupled with the most superb gardens. We attended the jazz night, which was very chilled in a great setting within the walled garden. The tea rooms are a delight with cakes baked on site - don't miss if you visit the Ashford area.

Had a lovely afternoon today. First visit. The guides were very informative and friendly. There is so much to see inside . Beautiful interior. Well worth visiting in all seasons to see the difference flowers in bloom. Will be back in the summer

I visited the gardens and loved them. They come in a great variety from a formal garden, an Italian garden and a wild garden and more. Great. There was a sculpture exhibition when we visited, that was a great addition !

What an absolute gem. The gardens are stunning and today included the most magnificent delphiniums I have ever seen. We also had a pre-booked private tour of the house and the guides were very informative as well as helpful.

Godinton House is a country estate in a beautiful spot of land in the countryside just outside Ashford. Even in March it has a lot to offer and is very worth a visit. Come and see beautiful daffodils and tulips a little later in spring.

Lovely day out, we only visited the gardens as it was a Sunday but totally worth it. Plenty of seating dotted all around the grounds. Lovely staff.

Beautiful hidden gem. We only walked around the gardens today as booking is required for the house. However, lovely staff and a tranquil place to visit and admire the gardens. Little cafe onsite too with drinks and homemade cakes.

It was Bank Holiday Monday. busy start from 10 Am. Shops are very organized. Shopping Centre was clean. The parking lot was full. Up to 4 hours £2. The toilets were clean. Management team maintain this Centre in nicely with carefully

Looks biggest, then it is. There are a lot of shops but the choice in these shops is not too big, there is always something nice to buy in stores such as Lacoste or Hugo Boss, when it comes to shops like Adidas or Nike, there was not much choice and the prices were not outlets. The car park is big i chep.

We can find all the brands in one place by walking in an oval pathway after parking your vehicle in the central car park. There are various discounts and offers available in each stores at various times and seasons. You can enjoy your brand hunting in this biggest outlet store in Kent. Further, It has good atmosphere for a shopping dayout with family and friends! Various cafes, restaurants and food stalls available to treat your tast buds!!

Bargains to be had if you are lucky. Sometimes you get lots, depends on luck and what you're after when you visit. Plenty of parking and only £1 for 4 hours, bargain! Majority of shops under cover, no worries if it rains. A few empty shops but that's everywhere. Eateries to suit all tastes, nice day out!

Nicely designed Outlet Store where the shops are located in a huge circle so you can easily have a walk around and not missing any of the stores. All big brands are available here.In the middle you have several restaurants and a kids playground so that your little ones can have some fun too ☺️. Nice and clean designer outlet with cheap parking possibility (pounds per hours) and free EV charging 👍.

Designer Outlet Ashford is a popular shopping destination located in Ashford, Kent, United Kingdom. It is a part of the McArthurGlen Group, which is known for its designer outlet malls across Europe. One of the main attractions of Designer Outlet Ashford is its wide range of designer and high-end fashion brands. Shoppers can find a variety of clothing, accessories, footwear, and more from renowned international and luxury brands at discounted prices. Some of the popular brands available at the outlet include Ralph Lauren, Michael Kors, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Nike, Adidas, and many others. The outlet offers a good mix of designer and mainstream brands, catering to different preferences and budgets. The mall itself is spacious and well-designed, providing a comfortable shopping experience. The layout is generally easy to navigate, and there are ample parking facilities available. The outlet features a variety of stores spread across multiple levels, allowing shoppers to explore and discover different offerings. In addition to fashion, Designer Outlet Ashford also has a decent selection of homeware, cosmetics, and other lifestyle products. There are also several restaurants, cafes, and food outlets where visitors can take a break and grab a bite to eat. Parking: yes, plenty of parking, Overflow parking Toilets: yes, at the site

Designer Outlet Ashford in Kent, UK, is a popular shopping destination known for its wide range of designer and high-end fashion brands at discounted prices. The spacious and well-designed mall offers a comfortable shopping experience with ample parking and various stores. It also includes homeware, cosmetics, and lifestyle products, as well as dining options.

Even with the parking looking very busy, they are always spaces to park. Good amount of places to have food as well.

Quite a nice spacious and well laid out outlet here. There is an array of shops to chose from and a reasonable priced car park here. £2 for 4 hours I don't think is actually that bad compared to some other outlets. The facilities are impeccable and well maintained and the shops are almost like shipping containers, but that didn't deter me either... From the outside it looks like zippos circus, but inside is where the shopping begins. Really enjoyed my visit.

Amazing place! Super discounts! Go with friends as you get additional discount when you buy multiple products from same shop. Easy 1.5 hours drive from London. Parking is free after 5!

When you're up for some designer brands but on a budget, Ashford is the best to be y'all. Crazy discounts that will have you shopping till your fingers go numb. Only if you're outside the stores. Though majority of the stores have discounts some may not be the optimal shopping outlets for some people. There are some stores you just need to avoid, not even eye shopping. Don't waste precious time! This has been the slowest sales time for the outlets but the shopping experience for me was wonderful, not too croweded and super clean. Maybe you can eat off the ground but I won't advise it. Get the family here or come alone, the experience will be worth your time. Just plan wisely and it will be efficient. This my first visit was wonderful ☺

We had plans to meet up with friends after we visited this place. Thought that we only needed 1 hour but turns out that we needed at least 2 hours! We came in the middle of the week. My mother in law said that there were lines to get in the parking lot but luckily we had no trouble. Lots of big brands that I recognize and several London brands that I did not. Scored some amazing deals. It was hot but there are covered awnings. Most of the shops had air conditioning so it gave us relief from the heat. Plenty of bathrooms scattered around as well as food carts and a food court. They even had a play area for the kiddos.

The Best outlets, love the environment here. Huge variety of stores and restaurants available. Good Discounts always. Paid parking available.

This place is huge, but with easy access off the motorway and parking at just £2 for 4 hours (cards or cash) there's no need to rush. If you do have a young child, maybe the buggy hire would help? I think it's 100 different designers here and they do seem to be cheaper than full price.

This past weekend, my wife and I, along with our cousins, decided to take a day trip from Dartford to explore the Ashford Designer Outlet. Having never been before, I wasn't quite sure what to expect. We arrived bright and early at around 9:00 AM, eager to dive into the world of discounted designer goods. The first thing that struck me was the unique architecture. The entire outlet is covered by a magnificent tented structure, which provided a bright and airy feel while we browsed the stores. It was a far cry from the usual enclosed shopping mall experience. But the surprises didn't stop there. Even the restrooms were impressive! They were impeccably clean and maintained, with a designated lounge area offering comfortable seating for those who needed a moment to rest their weary shopping legs – a thoughtful touch that I haven't encountered anywhere else. Now, onto the main event – the shopping! The variety of stores was truly staggering. From high-end designer labels to popular high-street brands, there was something to cater to every taste and budget. While some of the designer items were still a bit out of reach, we did find some fantastic deals on clothing, footwear, and accessories across various stores. With all that shopping, it was inevitable that hunger pangs would set in. Thankfully, the Ashford Designer Outlet boasts a wide selection of restaurants, cafes, and snack bars. We opted for some delicious hot dogs to keep our energy levels up, but there were plenty of other tempting options available, from fast food favorites to sit-down meals. Overall, our trip to the Ashford Designer Outlet was a resounding success. The unique environment, the impressive facilities, and the wide variety of shops made for a thoroughly enjoyable day. Whether you're a seasoned bargain hunter or just looking for a fun day out with family or friends, I highly recommend checking it out. Just be prepared to be impressed!

For someone who does not enjoy shopping, I always seem to do well here. It is laid out in a ring, parking in the middle, which makes it easy to see the end in sight 😊. Loads of outlet options with some great deals to be had. There are plenty of food and drinks options, from restaurants to street food vans. The toilets are the cleanest I have ever seen 👌. Parking is easy, and I paid £4 for what felt like all day.

Great experience for the first time visiting Outlet. Well priced items in outlets. However you can get carried away. So be mindful to look at the stuff before you want to go and shop and compare the prices before hand. We bought couple of things which we already priced matched on retailers.

Great place, clean and tidy, lots of good brands to buy stuff. They have various food and coffee places and a nice play for kids. They do have Parking charge £2 for 4 hours.

Overall the Designer Outlet Ashford is a great place if you are looking to bag a bargain. I was particularly impressed with how clean and well presented everything was, toilet facilities are immaculate and nicely designed and there is ample parking available and it isn't expensive. There is a great range of shops to browse and everyone that we visited was well thought out and had a decent range of items, prices are okay as everything is always on sale. The Designer Outlet Ashford only lost one star due to the very expensive food although I am not sure if they have any control over that.

A well kept outlet. Plenty of places to ear and shop. They also have a playground to keep little ones happy.

Better than we expected. Shops for all ages or interests. Food options a little lacking..expensive coffee places really if u want to sit. A nice experience overall.

Extremely large number of designer shops, prices pretty good. Large number of decent restaurants also. Car parking in the centre surrounded by the shops, £2 for 4 hours not bad

Plenty of space, helps if you go weekdays and daytime. All the usual shops that you would expect in these outlet ' villages.' Nice design to shelter the walkways. Could do with something of a wow factor, that would make you stay here. An independent quality restaurant to break up the sense of being funnelled into a multinational consumer conveyor belt. Look overseas at some Malls and then you see those touches. Ice rinks/ cinemas/ fountains/ art pieces/ dry ski slopes.

Visited for a wedding, small place, windmill has turned green with age and weather so looks like it needs a good clean and some restoration.

This Windmill is actually quite a surprise, because rather than being out in the country it's tucked away behind the M20, other main roads and a petrol station... but you wouldn't know it when you're there. It's over 150 years old and is run by a warm and friendly team of volunteers who have extensive knowledge of the area and Mill. They demonstrate how the millstones work together to change the coarseness of the flour, and allow children to try grinding wheat. They told us at the time we visited that it was due a bit of maintenance, small repairs and a new coat of paint, so it could have looked a bit better but the experience was still quiet, warm and friendly. They have a lovely selection of cakes and scones too.

Visited there for a meeting of Kent Family History, which was very interesting and well organised. The facility looks very interesting for a visit when open.

We got married here! It was the perfect location and everything went really smoothly! Very reasonable priced too!!

Very interesting tour . Not to expensive, and they have a nice little cafe for a cuppa after. If you done like ladders /heights then you can stop at half way ....otherwise you can climb up to the top. Amazing views and insight into how flours made

Great place to visit. Very interesting tour and you get to go right to the top !

Very informative tour guide. My daughters and I found it quite educational and enjoyable. The best part was when they used a stone mill to grind some flour. Definitely recommend if you're in the area and have a couple of hours to kill. There is a charming little cafe with teas, cakes, etc. All the staff were welcoming and friendly.

What a magical place to visit, my friends were married here on Saturday and I completely understand why they did. The staff were ever so friendly and attentive to the guests and helped make it such a wonderful day. I was given a sneak peek of the inside of the windmill the day before the wedding and I will definitely be going back for a tour of the windmill when I visit Ashford next.

A beautiful windmill and museum located on the outskirts of Ashford. They have a free car park located just a short walk across the field. Inside there's a nice cafe serving a good selection. Staff are very friendly.

A very large area of national beauty of which I have spent lots of time in myself over the years being from Kent. Dotted with lots of small villages and hiking trails it's an integral part of Kent life if you're from the area. An abundance of things to see and do in the downs themselves, but the highlights are the views across rolling hills, the hidden woods, and sounds of wildlife.

The photos you see are of The Samuel Palmer (PH) and restaurants, and church opposite. The location is in the village of Shoreham Kent and not KENT DOWNS ! The pub has just reopened and has had a massive face lift done, there is a friendly atmosphere hear and the staff very helpful and polite. I would recommend going and having a look if just for a drink. The Samuel Palmer, Church St, Shoreham, TN14 7RY.

One of the best trails in Kent. The landscapes keep on surprising you. From farms to forests to thick grasslands etc. We did circular route of 13kms. Do carry a pre downloaded map with you as the route can be confusing sometimes.

Beautiful views overlooking the Downs, shame there are no public amenities nearby though. Excellent place for a long, scenic walk.

Area off outstandingly natural beauty safe fir dogs walkers

This is a very beautiful place to spend time with family.. Best place for a walk with dogs.Worth visiting

Wye nature reserve is a beautiful place with a viewpoint to grasp the view of Ashford city from the hill. The coombe, having a steep slope and a warning sign of 'unexploded ordnance', with a small forest area down the hill, is worth visiting. Great place to watch the sunset! The track gets mucky at times, so mud boots or shoes with good grip are advised.

Too good a place, perfect for a peaceful soul refreshing walk any time during the day. The views are just breathtaking. Highly suggested for dendrophiles and nephophiles

Excellent food great location good menu and drinks list large parking area

Look for the small gate on your left as you enter the hills, navigate the sheeps and be prepared for views you will NEVER forget. Breathtaking in every sense of the word, not to mention great for getting in those steps!

Stunning natural reserve right in the middle of kent. Few minutes drive from the historical town of Chilham, wye and Godmersham park. It is within walking distance if you come from Wye station, but is best to come by car. The reserve is kept immaculate and I was surprised to see some natural chalk kept in pristine conditions. Nature is preserved well and the view from the top is simple breathtaking. On a good day you can see: Folkestone, Chilham,Wye, Hythe and surrounding areas. If you live here or just passing by, do yourself a favour and stop here!

As most of England's AONB is a marvellous and spectacular area, landscapes are stunning, specially to have a walk around there. Don't miss out fantastic views of the seaside. Go with plenty of time to enjoy and relax contemplating this unique scenery that the South of Britain offers. Is one of my favourite places in the world.

Love the area for walks. The honey pot cafe is a must do pit stop. Can't rave enough about the mint hot chocolate. The best around. Better than big chain cafes. The snack and foods are good quality. The staff extremely friendly. Can't go wrong with this place.