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Quarry / now gardens at the castle

Bewl Water is a reservoir and the largest body of water in south-east England. It was completed in 1975 to increase the water supply capacity in line with the growing demand of the area. The 12.5 mile (20 km) shoreline trail is a great walk, and this bench is the perfect place for a rest.

Always a lovely place to walk around, can be muddy in some spots depending on the time of the year

After the Hussey family gave up the house and the last resident of the family died, the house was initially converted into 6 apartments. Margaret Thatcher lived in one of them during her time as Prime Minister. Here she was "easier to protect" than in London. Now everything has been returned to the way it was before the conversion 😉

On the lower part of the hill, at the moat, is Scotney Old Castle, built on an island in the 14th century. Further up the hill sits Scotney New Castle, built between 1843 and 1843 when the original property started to crumble. The estate is now in the care of the National Trust. For further details see their website nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/kent/scotney-castle

This Victorian mansion was built in 1837. Constructed from sandstone quarried from the grounds of the Old Castle, its privileged position offers splendid views of the castle and the estate. As a curiosity, during Margaret Thatcher's time as Prime Minister, she had an apartment in this building. Currently, it is owned by the National Trust, and you can find more information, plan your visit, and check the opening times at: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/kent/scotney-castle

The church of St. Mary in Lamberhurst is a Grade I listed building. Although there is a record of a church here from Saxon times, nothing remains of it today. The building you see dates back to the 14th century, though it was restored in the 19th century.

Parking is £7 per car for a full day. No other options for shorter periods. Cafe, toilets, bike hire, laser tag and water sport activities on site. Plenty of space to park on weekends. Great views of the reservoir and access to walking trails.