SURROUNDING
PLACES TO VISIT
HYTHE
Hythe is full of old period buildings which are overlooked by the
Norman Tower of St. Leonard's Church. It boasts a maze of ancient
streets which lead from Quarry Hill down to the gardens and Royal
Military canal, where you can hire a rowing boat or have a go at
fishing, but if none of this takes your fancy, why not just simply
relax and watch the world go by.
Why not travel fourteen miles on the steam train from Romney,
Hythe & Dymchurch railway station to Dungeness, which takes in
Dymchurch, New Romney and Romney Marsh. It is incredibly scenic
and relaxing.
On the Outskirts of Hythe you will find Lympne Castle which has
been built on the site of the old Roman Fort. The castle features
both medieval and Norman towers. Near the castle is Lympne wild
animal park. Where you can see various animals from Elephants to
Monkeys.
ROMNEY MARSH
This is a very unspoilt area, and boasts the cleanest beaches in
the UK. There is a five mile stretch of sandy beach at Dymchurch.
The beaches from St. Mary's Bay to Littlestone are signed posted
'Dog Friendly' so dogs are welcome and can roam free without
complaint.
LYDD
This is the place for churches and watersports, it boasts the
tallest church in Kent. Why not visit the Brenzett Aeronautical
Museum which has a lot of wartime memorabilia, the Dungeness
Visitor Centre and also the Old Lighthouse. This is a very similar
place to Hythe with its period buildings, but don't take our word
for it, see for yourself and have a drink in one of the towns many
inns.
NEW ROMNEY
This is the capital of the Marsh. There are a fine selection of
Coffee shops, cafés and pubs. This is where the main station is
and boasts a fascinating Toy museum.
DYMCHURCH
This is where you'll find Lathe Barn, it houses chicks, ponies,
sheep, pigs peacocks etc. and the kids will love it. It is also
the RSPB Reserve.
