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Find out how to get to Chiddingstone Village, where to park, the things to see and do and more.
Eating and shopping at Chiddingstone Village
For such a small village, Chiddingstone squeezes in plenty of opportunities for relaxation, refreshment and even a touch of retail therapy. There’s a charming tea-room and restaurant, a local shop and post office that could be the country’s oldest, and even a small furniture store.
Chiddingstone Café
This converted coach house features a lovely courtyard and quiet back garden as well as a wood-burning stove for the winter months. The café is open from 9.00–4.30 seven days a week. It serves breakfast and lunch and offers a good range of vegetarian and gluten free options as well as large cake counter with freshly baked cakes, traybakes and scones available each day. Everything is made fresh in the café kitchen. There are chilled beers and wines available too. For more information and the latest menus visit the Chiddingstone Stores website.
The Castle Inn
A traditional English village inn with great food and drink, a cosy interior and a pretty garden that’s perfect for soaking up the summer sunshine.
A Grade II* listed building, which dates back to the early 15th century, The Castle Inn features many historic features such as the fireplaces, tiled floors, oak panelling and bars.
With a focus on local produce, freshly prepared food and a handpicked selection of wines, spirits and beers, including the much-loved Kentish real ales from Chiddingstone’s Larkins Brewery, The Castle Inn offers a real flavour of England.
Chiddingstone Stores
Chiddingstone Stores, may be the oldest working shop in the UK, dating back to 1453. Today it offers a wide range of groceries, greetings cards, gifts and homewares and ice creams. It also has an amazing traditional sweet counter.
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Things to see and do in Chiddingstone Village
Explore this beautifully preserved Tudor village, complete with a 15th-century inn, a 17th-century church and the mysterious Chiding Stone that reputedly gives it its name.
The history of Chiddingstone Village
One of the country’s best-preserved Tudor villages, Chiddingstone dates back to pagan times, has witnessed invasions and rebellions, and even played host to Anne Boleyn’s family.
Places to eat
Discover a range of cafés, restaurants and tea-rooms at the places in our care across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Find a place to eat near you, as well as special deals and allergen information.
Places to eat in Kent
Discover some of the top places to eat in Kent, including idyllic picnic spots, a café with a rooftop terrace and a 1940s-themed tea-room.
Second-hand bookshops
Pick up a book from a second-hand bookshop to keep or share. Every purchase will raise funds for conservation projects at the places in our care.
Treat yourself
Looking for the perfect gift or perhaps you're in need of some retail therapy? You can browse our full range via our online shop.
