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The church dates from the late 11th century onwards and was restored in 1877 by Ewan Christian. It is built with knapped flint and stone dressings with tiled roofs. There is a west tower, nave with north and south aisles, south porch and chancel with north and south chapels. The tower is from the 13th century with an earlier base. In the 14th century a square timber framed belfry with a short spire was built to form the second stage of the tower. it is heavily buttressed. There are six bells. The nave is continuous with the south wall of the tower, and follows the outline of the original Norman nave. Originally there were no side aisles or chapels and the chancel would have been much shorter. The south aisle dates from the 14th century with earlier origins. It has a 15th century crown post roof. Both aisles are from an early date, possibly before 1200. They were probably added as part of the building programme by Saint Gregory's Priory. The arcades were rebuilt in the 14th century in the Perpendicular style with octagonal piers. The north Chapel was built soon after 1300 and the east window is contemporary with this date. The south Chapel, dedicated to St John the Baptist, is probably a similar date. In the 15th century several wills bequeathed money for repairs. The south Chapel is also known as the Honywood Chapel as there is a monument to Sir Thomas Honywood, died 1622. The style closely resembles the work of Nicholas Stone, although unsigned. There is also a monument to Sir William Honywood, died 1669. Sir William was master of the society of silk merchants and died in his 81st year. His second wife Lady Dorothy Honywood whose monument is nearby died within four months of her husband. There are other dedications to the Honywood's in floor ledgers and monuments. The chancel is Early English and was lengthened in the 13th century replacing the Norman one. The chancel arch was rebuilt in the 14th century. The chancel contains a piscina. The font bowl is from the 12th century made of Purbeck marble and supported on modern shafts. The church was restored in 1877, it was in need of urgent attention and was described as being "in a damp and miserable condition". Box pews were removed, choir stalls were placed in the chancel and the altar platform was extended. The roof of the Honywood Chapel was rebuilt, paid for by the Honywood family. Most of the money for the rest of the repairs was from public subscription.

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi

2 bed Cosy cottage in the village of mersham Ashford nextdoor to pub and shop.

Mersham

"WE had an excellent stay with our two young grandchildren. It was perfectly located as we had visited Chatham historic dockyard and spending the next day at Tenterden heritage railway. So much so the youngest wanted to stay an extra night! The description is spot on, Our host extremely helpful with local knowledge. Highly recommend "

Malcolm T.

HK$1,732 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Feb - 3 Feb

Berisal

Ashford

HK$16,070 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jan - 21 Jan

3 bedroom accommodation in Smarden, near Ashford

Smarden, near Ashford

"A wonderful 4 nights spent at Romden farm, couldnt have been bette. It was great, just to open the back door and walk for miles with the dogs, come back chill out and relax in the hot tub in the evenings. At the big pond we enjoyed feeding the fish and watching the barn owl hunt at dusk. The barn was clean, comfortable and the perfect place to get away from everything. The owners made us feel so welcome we will definitley be back in the future."

Louise

HK$9,766 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jan - 30 Jan

The Barn at Fishponds

Brook

Caroline

HK$5,134 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jan - 31 Jan

Cottage, in Mersham village. Ideal for Le shuttle & Ashford Designer Outlet

Mersham

Simon M.

HK$1,889 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Jan - 18 Jan

Maidstone

2 Bedroom City Centre Cottage set in a Private Courtyard

Canterbury

Jacob D.

HK$1,388 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jan - 24 Jan

An unusual two-storey apartment with beams and an open fire.

Rye

"We stayed here for a weekend, to attend a wedding nearby - two adults and two children (aged 5 & 9). The configuration of the apartment was perfect: there are two double beds on the top floor, all kind of in the same room but separated by a wall (it makes sense once you see it), which was perfect for us. Really, really cute place oozing with character, and a very friendly vibe (again, that makes sense once you see it). Well provisioned kitchen (our catering needs didn't extend beyond making...

Nick J.

HK$2,014 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Feb - 6 Feb

The Cottage at Harple Farm

Detling, near Maidstone

Jo-Anna O'Donoghue

HK$2,400 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jan - 31 Jan

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Stelling Minnis, near Canterbury

"Lovely find for last minute! The cottage was just perfect for what we needed and loved the bbq and fire pit for us to do ourselves, very quiet and is so isolated for location, you could hear a pin drop. Lovely hosts also that showed us around, very friendly and book with all local information and contact information if we needed any help also! We will definitely come back for longer in The future! "

Molly W.

HK$2,337 total

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25 Jan - 26 Jan

1 bedroom accommodation in Sandgate

Sandgate

Jane Roberts

HK$3,532 total

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10 Feb - 11 Feb

Hogwarts Bed and Continental Breakfast

Sheerness

Philip Raymond

HK$626 total

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18 Jan - 19 Jan

Charming 15th Century cottage in the heart of the Kent countryside!

Bridge

Kevin Z.

HK$2,462 total

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18 Jan - 19 Jan

Bonnington Cottage by Bloom Stays - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

Canterbury

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