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The Bell & Jorrocks, Frittenden – 3 miles

OUR FAVOURITE!   The Bell & Jorrocks is an 18th century pub in the heart of Frittenden, Kent, famous for… Read More

McCanns Hop House & Kitchen, St Michael’s – 6 miles

A great new addition to the area McCanns Brewery is nestled in the heart of the picturesque Kent countryside. Located… Read More

The Chequers Inn, Smarden – 3 miles

(PUBLIC HOUSE)   The Chequers Inn nestles in Smarden, one of the most picturesque and atmospheric of all Kent villages…. Read More

The Bull, Benenden – 9 miles

(PUBLIC HOUSE)   The Bull at Benenden is situated in the heart of the classic village of Benenden. Nestled on… Read More

The Three Chimneys, Biddenden – 3 miles

(PUBLIC HOUSE)   The Three Chimneys at Biddenden is much more than you would expect from a traditional country pub…. Read More

The Milk House, Sissinghurst – 6 miles

(PUBLIC HOUSE)   Local beers, cask ales, great wines by the glass and, of course, a good array of lagers… Read More

The Old Dairy, Tenterden – 10 miles

(TAP ROOM) Great beers, great location and great atmosphere! Enjoy local, traditional and craft beers. Street food trucks of varied… Read More

The Raja of Kent, St Michaels – 6 miles

(RESTAURANT)   ‘Our mission is to provide excellence’ – the very best Bangladeshi and Indian cuisines, served by attentive and… Read More

The West House, Biddenden – 3 miles

(RESTAURANT – Michelin One Star)   Biddenden in Kent, is home to a small, family-run restaurant. Housed in a 15th… Read More

Other Suggestions

The Flying Horse, Smarden – 3 miles The Bell, Smarden – 3 miles The Rose & Crown, Pluckley – 6 miles Tenterden – 10 miles          Various Public Houses and Restaurants

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  • 26 reviews of Wilderness Bed & Breakfast in Headcorn

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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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  • We appreciated Victoria’s warm hospitality and excellent recommendations. The room was very private and quiet and comfortable. We will return when we are next in Kent.

    Reasonably short drive to many National Trust properties in the area (Sissinghurst Castle Gardens, Bodiam Castle, Scotney Castle, Bateman’s) and the gardens of Great Dixter.  The location allows for further exploration of Kent and East Sussex.

    Mr & Mrs S, US, Sept 2019

  • 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

  • The shepherd’s hut was a delightful and unusual place to stay and was very cosy in a lovely setting.

    Mr & Mrs H, UK, August 2019

  • Great stay. Lovely location and charming accommodation.

    Mr & Mrs B, UK, July 2019

  • I enjoyed my stay immensely. My accommodation in the shepherds hut was unique and cosy. The breakfast was plentiful and delicious. Your friendly advice was much appreciated. And the proximity to Sissinghurst was a bonus. I can thoroughly recommend your accommodation.

    Ms A, UK, Sept 2019

  • Have visited Wilderness twice before and will certainly visit again. Numerous National Trust sites in the area.

    Mr & Mrs S, UK, July 2019

  • Fabulous welcome to a beautiful stay in the country.
    Delicious breakfast in a totally idyllic setting.
    This is the perfect getaway.

    Mr & Mrs P, UK, Nov 2019

  • The shepherds hut is perfect for a romantic getaway. Big enough for comfort, small enough for coziness. Delightful on a warm evening, but beautifully snug in a massive thunderstorm. Idyllic.

    Mr & Mrs B, UK, June 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

  • Enjoyed our stay. Great breakfast. We will certainly stay again.

    Mr & Mrs R, UK, March 2020

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