Kent vineyard tastings
Visit nearby family-run vineyards and wineries to explore the county’s growing English wine culture, with guided tastings of sparkling wines and still varieties shaped by Kent’s chalky soils.
Foraging and seasonal cooking
Head into the surrounding countryside with local guides to forage wild garlic, mushrooms, herbs, and hedgerow fruits, before discovering how they shape seasonal menus back at Boys Hall.
Market town and antique browsing
Spend slow mornings exploring nearby historic towns and villages, where antique shops, weekly markets, bookshops, and traditional pubs capture the character of rural Kent.
Coastal seafood and oyster day trips
Venture to Whitstable and the Kent coast for oysters, fishmongers, seaside walks, and long lunches that connect the countryside stay to the region’s maritime traditions.