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Where to pick up your car
The most popular place to rent a car in Kent is Canterbury. If you're picking up from here, head to The King's Mile (near Canterbury East station) – this is where the offices of all the major suppliers are.
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Top car rental brands
The most popular car rental brands in Kent are Alamo, Keddy, Avis, Hertz and Budget.
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Hire a car in Kent
Fondly known as the Garden of England, Kent makes for a great short break.
Tucked away in the southeast corner of the country, its fertile fields and captivating coastline are a pleasurable breath of fresh air. Kent’s homegrown culture has influenced a plentiful hamper of local treats, from fresh produce to wines and beer.
Uncover architectural strongholds, elegant estates and religious masterpieces throughout the Kentish countryside, and don’t forget to admire its dramatic seaside.
Historic cities
Canterbury
One of the UK’s most venerated cities, Canterbury’s significance spans from the Roman times through to World War II. Overflowing with 2000 years of history, a trip here will help you understand why pilgrims used to flock to the city and why tourists still do.
Christ Church was England’s first cathedral and its remarkable architecture clearly reflects its hierarchy in the Anglican church. Canterbury’s Tudor-style timber houses provide a photographic backdrop while its medieval alleyways are a pleasure to get lost in. Creating your own Canterbury Tales is simple when there are Norman castles, Roman walls and abbey ruins to explore.
From Canterbury, you can easily road trip to the seaside town of Margate, where you can fill up on oysters and enjoy the sandy coastline.
The ultimate Kent road trip
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Dover
Pick up your rental car here and start your journey through the Garden of England.
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Folkestone
A quaint port city with a regenerated Creative Quarter home to artists and independent businesses.
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Godinton House and Gardens
An ancient Jacobean house set in 12 acres of lush gardens and parkland.
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High Weald AONB
This medieval landscape is a tapestry of open fields, woods and moorlands.
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Tonbridge
A market town with its own 13th century castle and surprising links to Jane Austen.
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Chartwell
This country estate was the home of Winston Churchill for over 40 years.
Majestic sights
Castles and gardens
Hever Castle
This romantic castle was once the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII’s most notorious wife, and later bestowed to his fourth wife – Anne of Cleves. Surrounded by a double-moat, Italian-style gardens and maze, the 13th century castle has a rich and enchanting 700 year history.
Leeds Castle
Leeds Castle is one of the most majestic ancient sites in Kent, and possibly the whole of England. Since 1086, a castle has been on the land, passing through the hands of different members royalty. During the Tudor era, it was home to Henry VIII’s first wife, Catherine of Aragon. It eventually evolved into a Jacobean country house and then a Georgian mansion. The castle you see today was mostly constructed in the 19th century and is one of the most visited historic buildings in Britain. With 500 acres of gardens and a deep waterway circling the castle, it feels like it belongs in a fairytale.
Places to explore
Maidstone
In the heart of Kent, Maidstone is a historically important settlement. Connected to neighbouring cities by the River Medway, it was part of the main route for pilgrims. It is home to heritage sites, including Leeds Castle, as well as countryside attractions, vineyards and villages.
Dover
While the the centre of Dover itself, which was badly bombed during World War II, is not much to see, the area’s famous White Cliffs of Dover are spectacular. The steep chalk cliffs offer excellent coastal walks, and (if needed) inspiration. Dover castle is a key point of interest too, that makes the port town a worthy road trip stop.
Isle of Sheppey
A small island off the coast of Kent, it has long been a popular holiday destination. It holds a rich maritime history and is the birthplace of british aviation. Alongside lovely beaches to lounge on, it has a great many number of marshes and wildlife spots.
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