Lullingstone Country Park
Eynsford, West Kent
Image: Explore KentLullingstone Country Park covers 460 acres of chalk grassland and ancient woodland in the Darenth Valley, known for its veteran trees and summer wildflowers. Follow one of the four waymarked trails, let children loose in the play area and finish at the visitor centre café. It suits families and dog walkers, and a relaxed visit takes a morning or afternoon.
Highlights
- Four waymarked trails through chalk grassland and ancient woodland
- Internationally important collection of ancient trees
- Visitor centre with café and shop
- Children's play area and picnic spots
- Bookable events and nature activities through the year
Good to know
- Cycling, barbecues and drone flying are not allowed
- A horse riding route runs through the park
- Eynsford station is about 1.1 miles away
Getting there
Lullingstone Country Park, Castle Road, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JFParking: Pay and display car park with 100 spaces plus 5 disabled bays; pay by cash, card or the Park Buddy, PayByPhone or RingGo apps. Kent Country Parks season tickets are valid.
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Nearby
Image: Lullingstone Castle & The World GardenLullingstone Castle & the World Garden
Lullingstone Castle is one of England's oldest family estates, home to the same family since the 15th century, with the World Garden of plants from around the globe in its grounds. Explore themed beds and glasshouses, picnic on the lawns and, on bank holidays and event days, step inside the manor house. It suits garden lovers and families and fills two to three hours.
Image: Lullingstone Roman VillaLullingstone Roman Villa
Lullingstone Roman Villa preserves the remains of a Roman country house near Eynsford, displayed under cover so it works in any weather. See its celebrated floor mosaics and finds from Roman Britain, then combine your visit with a walk in the surrounding countryside.
Preston Hill
Preston Hill is a Site of Special Scientific Interest on a steep hillside above the Darenth Valley, half chalk grassland and half woodland, with views across to Lullingstone Country Park. In summer the slopes are covered in wildflowers and butterflies such as chalkhill blues. It is a quiet, rugged walk of an hour or two for experienced walkers.