Things to Do in Ashford

Open all year round, its special blend of heritage and history, glorious gardens, attractions, programme of events, and licensed restaurant make it the perfect choice for a day out.

By either taking your car on the Eurotunnel or by taking the Eurostar from Ashford International Station, the Channel Tunnel is the fastest and most convenient way to get to Europe.

Regular cross-channel ferries servicing popular French ports such as Calais as well as cruise liners.

It's not just the fashion that helps the Ashford Designer Outlet stand out from the crowd. Designed by Lord Richard Rogers, our beautiful architecture makes us proud to be known as one of Europe's most stunning shopping destinations. It's the perfect setting for famous names like Polo Ralph Lauren, Kurt Geiger and Calvin Klein and BOSE. And there are all your high-street favourites too, including Marks & Spencer, Next, Ted Baker and Gap, all with up to 60% off.

Howletts Wild Animal Park: a 90 acre adventure in beautiful ancient parkland in Kent that's an ideal day out for the entire family. Both Howletts and Port Lympne Wild Animal parks were set up by the late John Aspinall to protect and breed rare and endangered species and, where possible, returning them to safe areas in the wild.

Enjoy an action-packed family day out in the South East with a visit to Dover Castle, open all year round! Spectacularly situated above the White Cliffs on the Kent coastline this magnificent castle boasts a fascinating history.

The hotel is situated close to Ashford International Train station with high speed links to London St. Pancras, Paris, Lille and Bruges.

South of England Rare Breeds Centre and Country Farm Park