White Horse Wood Country Park

Maidstone

Type:Parkland / Woodland Garden

Detling Hill, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 3JE

Tel: +44 01622 817623

White Horse Wood Country Park, Maidstone

About

The White Horse Country Park is set within the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The park offers beautiful countryside, local history and panoramic views.

The site hosts the medieval ruins of Thurnham Castle, which are easily explored. Within the park boundaries there are also traces of an Iron Age settlement, providing even more historical interest.

Over 20,000 trees have been planted at the site including - oak, ash, silver birch, wild cherry and crab apple. And five hectares of land has been seeded to create an area of open grassland.

There is an easy access route around the park, perfect for wheelchairs and pushchairs, from which you can enjoy the amazing views.



Book Tickets

Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
AdultFree
ChildFree
ConcessionFree
FamilyFree

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Ramp/Level Access - Partially accessible

Parking & Transport

  • On site parking

Provider Preferences

  • In countryside
  • Outdoor Attraction

TripAdvisor

Map & Directions

Road Directions

The site entrance is located opposite the Kent County Showground on the A249 heading towards Maidstone.

Public Transport Directions

For current public transport information contact traveline 0871 200 22 33

Opening Times

Open (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024)

* Park Open 09:00 - dusk

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