Maidstone
Properties and events in Maidstone
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
A Soldier's life in the Great War
To commemorate the 110th anniversary of the outbreak of the Great War, 1914-18, the Centre for Experimental Military Archaeology (CEMA) will be running a weekend of talks and presentations.
All Saints Church, Maidstone
Come and discover the fascinating history of this beautiful church in a stunning riverside setting. It was built in 1395 by Archbishop Courtenay to become one of the grandest Perpendicular churches in England.
Angels come to Maidstone
Enjoy our Grade II Listed Victorian church, particularly its angel windows. Tea/coffee and cake available. Something for the children to do.
Behind the Scenes at the Carriage Museum
Come and enjoy a behind the scenes tour of the Carriage Museum
Heritage Transport Trail
A short trail around Maidstone town centre
Inside Maidstone Carriage Museum
Take a look inside Maidstone Carriage Museum and discover some surprising stories and fascinating facts about this wonderful collection.
Kent History & Library Centre
Guided tours of the Archives (Strongroom, Reprographics, Conservation, Cataloguing); an exhibition of original documents on the theme of Routes – Networks – Connections; associated activities for children.
Maidstone Town Hall Tours
Enjoy a tour incorporating the architectural features of this fine Georgian building, the richly decorated council chamber, the gaol and its graffiti.
Mote Park Walks
Enjoy a series of walks in the beautiful Mote Park, looking at the living landscape, past and present.
North Downs Way Ramble
Come and enjoy a guided walk along the North Downs Way from Lenham to Hollingbourne
Stoneacre
Enjoy free weekend entry to Stoneacre on the 14th and 15th of September. Joining Heritage Open Days for the first time, discover this fairy-tale hideaway just outside of Maidstone.
Wateringbury Rail Ramble
A 4.5 mile ramble from Wateringbury, climbing gently to the hoppers huts at Shingle Barn Farm then descending to Yalding.