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A catch-all of that which uplifts our spirits; music, exhibitions, book launches, theatre, museums – and art.

The Morgan Museum – 10 miles

The collection was first opened in 1972 and has grown considerably since then. Most of the vehicles on display are… Read More

Maidstone Museum & Bentlif Art Gallery – 12 miles

One of the finest museums in the South East Maidstone Museum was established in 1858 and now houses over 660,000… Read More

Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury – 25 miles

The Marlowe Theatre is an astonishing new theatre in heart of Canterbury. Its programme includes West End musicals, drama, opera,… Read More

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Headcorn history

Headcorn is a village in Kent, located on the floodplain of the River Beult 8 miles south east of Maidstone, on the A274 road to Tenterden.

History

A Neolithic polished flint axe was found in the stream near the present school in Headcorn, and a bronze palstave axehead dating from the Bronze Age reveal the presence of people in the area from early times.

The earliest written records, are references in charters of King Wihtred and King Offa to Wick Farm, 724 AD and Little Southernden, 785 AD. Headcorn must have started in the days of the Kingdom of Kent, as a den or clearing, to which pigs were driven to feed on acorns in the Wealden Forest.

In 1940, following the evacuation from Dunkirk, many thousands of British and allied troops received their first meal in England at Headcorn Station. Local volunteers assisted the Royal Army Service Corps in providing refreshments. 100 trains per day were halted, allowing only eight minutes for each.

The 1986 list of buildings of architectural or historic interest has 88 entries for Headcorn, including the parish church (Grade I), the former old vicarage (II*) renamed Headcorn Manor about 1960, the Cloth Hall (II*) and Shakespeare House (II).

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  • Shepherd’s Hut was great, it contains everything you need and is very comfortable.

    Mr & Mrs F, UK, July 2019

  • Beautiful rural location set outside Headcorn. Nice and quiet with plenty of wild animals and birds to view.
    The accommodation itself (The Orchard Room) was a lovely modern converted barn or garage. The staff were very friendly. Nice sit down breakfast which catered for all tastes.

    Tips for other travellers
    Great location not far from Headcorn, Leeds Castle or the Big Cat Sanctuary or a variety of small villages to get a good feel of beautiful Kent.

    Mr & Mrs G, UK, Jan 2020

  • Vielen Dank für den schönen Aufenthalt bei Ihnen. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und die Lage und die Ruhe sehr genossen. Ihre Unterkunft war sehr gemütlich und das Frühstück lecker!

    Tips for other travellers

    In der Nähe von Sissing hurst, Bodiam Castle und Leeds Castle.

    Mr & Mrs K, DE, Oct 2019

  • Beautiful place to stay. Perfect for relaxing and close to so many places to visit. We stayed when going to the Wealden festival which took up all our time.

    Mr & Mrs T, UK, June 2019

  • A cosy retreat! Loved it.

    Mr & Mrs P, UK, Nov 2019

  • Both my daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Wilderness. From the moment we met Victoria we felt completely at ease. A wonderful location and the room was just perfect. I cannot remember the last time I felt so relaxed.

    Tips for other travellers
    I would thoroughly recommend visiting the Big Cat Sanctuary. A rewarding experience and they need as much support as possible to maintain the wonderful facilities for the Big Cat population.

    Mrs L, Guernsey, June 2019

  • Lovely and peaceful setting.

    Mr & Mrs W, US, July 2019

  • The Wilderness is one of the most beautiful B&B’s we’ve stayed in. The location is really fantastic with a wonderful spacious garden, especially during Spring season. Victoria is a great host, very kind and helpful.  My rating in just one word? Excellent.

    Mr & Mrs O, Germany, April 2019

  • Very cosy stay in the Shepherd’s Hut, friendly and welcoming host with delicious breakfast served! Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, great location to explore the local area and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday London life!

    Tips for other travellers

    Walk to the ‘Devils Kneading Trough’ along the Kent downs way from Wye – great views
    Leeds Castle – lots to do, great for families
    Biddenden vineyards – locally produced wine

    Mr & Mrs T, UK Dec 2019

  • Perfect little hideaway with attention to detail.

    Tips for other travellers

    Chatham Maritime Docks nearby as is Leeds Castle and Sissinghurst.

    Mr & Mrs C, GB,Oct 2019

Headcorn, Kent
December 16, 2020, 11:24 pm
Cloudy
Cloudy
7°C
real feel: 3°C
current pressure: 1010 mb
humidity: 86%
wind speed: 4 m/s S
wind gusts: 6 m/s
UV-Index: 0
sunrise: 7:56 am
sunset: 3:51 pm
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wind gusts: 6 m/s
max. UV-Index: 1
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Partly sunny
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9°C
wind speed: 3 m/s SW
wind gusts: 5 m/s
max. UV-Index: 1
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6°C
wind speed: 3 m/s SSW
wind gusts: 5 m/s
max. UV-Index: 1
Forecast December 18, 2020
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10°C
wind speed: 4 m/s S
wind gusts: 6 m/s
max. UV-Index: 0
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wind speed: 4 m/s S
wind gusts: 6 m/s
max. UV-Index: 0
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wind speed: 3 m/s SSW
wind gusts: 6 m/s
max. UV-Index: 1
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Cloudy
Cloudy
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wind speed: 2 m/s SSW
wind gusts: 3 m/s
max. UV-Index: 1
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Partly sunny with showers
Partly sunny with showers
8°C
wind speed: 2 m/s SW
wind gusts: 3 m/s
max. UV-Index: 1
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2°C
wind speed: 1 m/s SSW
wind gusts: 3 m/s
max. UV-Index: 1
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Showers
Showers
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wind speed: 6 m/s S
wind gusts: 9 m/s
max. UV-Index: 1
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wind speed: 6 m/s SW
wind gusts: 14 m/s
max. UV-Index: 1
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wind speed: 4 m/s SW
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max. UV-Index: 0
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wind speed: 4 m/s SSW
wind gusts: 8 m/s
max. UV-Index: 0
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wind speed: 2 m/s SSW
wind gusts: 6 m/s
max. UV-Index: 0
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wind speed: 3 m/s WNW
wind gusts: 10 m/s
max. UV-Index: 1
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