
Lovely Lamberhurst Village
by David Hodgkinson
Lamberhurst
Lamberhurst should definitely be part of your tour if you like country pubs, stately homes, castles and walks.
No more than 15 minutes’ drive from the centre of Royal Tunbridge Wells and neighbour to Wadhurst and Goudhurst, there is time enough to include Lamberhurst in your itinerary.
With such a medley of pretty English villages in the Tunbridge Wells area, it is difficult to choose which to visit, so why not make a tour of a few.
Ancient village, ancient commons and woodlands
The famous Lamberhurst Gloucester ironworks, named after Queen Anne's shortlived son, was amongst the last in Kent to produce iron.
In the main street is a portion of the early railings of St Paul's Cathedral, made in the village in 1710 and returned to the village in 1976.
The three hills of School Hill, Spray Hill and Town Hill lead up steeply from the River Teise which flows through the centre of Lamberhurst.
Rich in nature as well as history, the village Common is used for local events today as it has in years gone by.
These include the New Year’s Day Fun Run, Bonfire Night, Summer Fair, the year long Lamberhurst Music Festival (classical, opera and choral genres), and the village market on the first Wednesday of every month.
Browse through What’s On for more details.
Country walks and country pubs
With no less than 5 great country pubs in and around Lamberhurst, this is the place to stop off after a long ramble with a hearty meal of sumptuous local produce.
St Mary’s Church is in a beautiful spot at the top of the village with evidence of a church being on this site since Saxon times.
John Piper designed one of the stained glass windows and is on the list of church tour must-sees.
Want to stay?
On the outskirts of Lamberhurst is the gorgeous Scotney Castle, well worth a visit. And the nearby Lamberhurst Golf Course tempts you with idyllic English country scenery.
You’ll find Bewl Water, Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest and Bayham Abbey are right on the doorstep too.
Our scenic driving tour page will give you a ready made tour or inspire you to explore for yourself.
If you want to stay for longer, see our accommodation options for your leisure pleasure.
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Pashley Manor Gardens
Type
Garden
Ticehurst, Wadhurst
At Pashley you will discover 11 acres of beautiful borders and vistas - the culmination of a lifetime of passion for gardening and an admiration of the tradition of the English country garden.
The Queen's Hall Theatre
Type
Theatre
Cranbrook
Providing entertainment in the heart of the Kent Weald.
Hole Park Gardens
Type
Garden
Rolvenden
15 acres of spectacular gardens and woodlands. Spectacular bluebell wood.
The Poet at Matfield
Matfield
Offering great British classics with a modern twist, and a comfortable pub with cask ales and a global wine cellar - our emphasis in on quality, taste and a fair price.
Type
Restaurant
UK Electric Bike Hire & Tours
Type
Cycling
Biddenden
Why not try an electric bike, zipping between vineyards or maybe stop at an iconic castle or a world-famous garden? Our routes take you along the quiet lanes of the Weald of Kent, passing oast houses and Wealden hall houses, farmsteads and ancient woodland. You can stop at a village pub for…
Bewl Water
Type
Lake / Reservoir
Lamberhurst
Set in the heart of the High Weald and surrounded by 800 acres of outstanding natural beauty, Bewl Water is the perfect place to watch the seasons change and to enjoy some healthy family fun for all ages.
Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest
Type
Forest
Goudhurst
Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest is a magnificent place for healthy outdoor activities.
St. Mary's Church Goudhurst
Type
Church / Chapel
Cranbrook
The church on the hill above the village.
Weald Sports Centre
Type
Leisure / Swimming Pool
Cranbrook
High quality sporting facilities to include swimming pool, sports hall, fitness studio, exercise studio and creche.
Biddenden Vineyards
Type
Vineyard
Biddenden
Biddenden Vineyards is the oldest commercial vineyard in Kent, established in 1969. It has grown to 23 acres, producing White, Red, Rosé and Sparkling English Wines. The vinyard is also known for producing cider and pressed juices. <br /><br />The vinyard and shop are open to visitors all year…
Hawkhurst Fish Farm
Type
Fish Farm
Hawkhurst
Carp fishing for the family with a choice of 7 lakes, cafe and pottery.
Hush Heath Estate & Winery
Type
Vineyard
Staplehurst
Whilst following all necessary Government guidelines and safety measures, visitors will continue to be welcomed at Hush Heath Estate, to explore the Estate and visit their retail shop which remains open 7 days a week between 10am and 5pm. Sadly tours, tastings and events have been postponed until…
Cranbrook Union Windmill
Type
Windmill
Cranbrook
The tallest surviving smock mill in the British Isles, measuring 72 feet to the top of the cap.
Sissinghurst Castle Garden
Type
Garden
Cranbrook
Famous, stunning gardens set in the remains of a large Elizabethan house amidst the unspoilt Weald countryside.
Scotney Castle
Type
Garden
Lamberhurst
Not one but two houses! Victorian country house and ruined 14th century moated castle set in one of England's most romantic 'picturesque' style gardens.