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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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  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • Delightful friendly people who were not intrusive but there if we needed anything. Everything was relaxed and well organised.
    A tranquil place to stay in ‘The Shepherds Hut’
    Hope to return to stay again.

    Mr & Mrs C, UK, July 2019

  • Great stay. Lovely location and charming accommodation.

    Mr & Mrs B, UK, July 2019

  • Warm and welcoming. Have already passed details on to friends
    Thank you

    Tips for other travellers
    Beautiful location. Highly recommend.

    Mr & Mrs H, JE, Sept 2019

Headcorn, Kent
August 20, 2026, 6:58 am
Mainly clear
Mainly clear
16°C
Apparent: 15°C
Pressure: 1005 mb
Humidity: 64%
Winds: 3.4 m/s WSW
Windgusts: 13.9 m/s
UV-Index: 0
Sunrise: 5:52 am
Sunset: 8:09 pm
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August 20, 2026
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max. UV index: 3.55
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Winds: 7.8 m/s WSW
Windgusts: 13.9 m/s
max. UV-Index: 3.55
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August 21, 2026
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19°C
Winds: 5.3 m/s N
Windgusts: 10.1 m/s
max. UV index: 3.35
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Moderate rain
14°C
Winds: 5.3 m/s N
Windgusts: 10.1 m/s
max. UV-Index: 3.35
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August 22, 2026
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Windgusts: 8.4 m/s
max. UV index: 5.6
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Winds: 4.1 m/s NNE
Windgusts: 8.4 m/s
max. UV-Index: 5.6
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August 23, 2026
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21°C
Winds: 5.6 m/s ENE
Windgusts: 11 m/s
max. UV index: 5.65
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Winds: 5.6 m/s ENE
Windgusts: 11 m/s
max. UV-Index: 5.65
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August 24, 2026
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19°C
Winds: 7.4 m/s NE
Windgusts: 13.6 m/s
max. UV index: 5.65
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Moderate rain
14°C
Winds: 7.4 m/s NE
Windgusts: 13.6 m/s
max. UV-Index: 5.65
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August 25, 2026
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max. UV index: 3.25
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