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Ide Hill is one of the highest villages in Kent, perching on the top of the Greensand ridge at 800 feet above sea-level. It is a most attractive village grouped around its wide green, with a Victorian church on the edge of a wood, an 18th century pub and a shop. The church has a beautiful lychgate, crafted by local builder Cecil 'Dusty' Boakes. There are fine views over the Weald of Kent from the footpaths that lead from the village, which include the Greensand Way long distance trail - the stretch from here to Toys Hill and Crockham Hill is popular. The history of Ide Hill is largely agricultural. George Orwell came here in his down-and-out days and slept at the 'spike', where poor people who came from London to help with the harvest were lodged. Ide Hill has moved upmarket since then. Description by Jeffrey Darlington
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Attractions near Ide Hill
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Emmetts Garden
(1 Mile)*
This charming and informal garden at the highest point in Kent was laid out in the late 19th Century., with many exotic and rare trees and shrubs from across the world. |
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Chartwell
(2 Miles)*
Visit the home of Sir Winston Churchill and gain an insight into the domestic life of Britain's famous wartime Prime Minister. |
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Squerryes Court
(3 Miles)*
Experience the warm welcome of this beautiful 17th Century manor house, still lived in by the descendants of John Warde who purchased Squerryes from the Earl of Jersey in 1731. |
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Sundridge Tourist Information
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Harbrough Tourist Information
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Weald Tourist Information
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Hotels near Ide Hill
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Self Catering near Ide Hill
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Hopefield Cottage
(4 Miles)*
Hopefield Cottage is situated down a quiet country lane in the charming village of Underriver. Set in gardens of 3 acres with lovely views. |
Hollambys Holiday Cottages
(9 Miles)*
Hollambys is a small farm in the picturesque Weald of Kent, an area of outstanding natural beauty on the border of Kent and East Sussex in the South of England. A warm welcome is offered with tea and home made cake on arrival. |
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