Apart from the obvious one of a quick knock on the wicket, there is plenty to see & do in Alkham & the surrounding area.

Dover Castle & the White Cliffs of Dover are less than 3 miles from our doorstep, plus the unusual Samphire Hoe, which was constructed from the material excavated from the Channel Tunnel Project !

Canterbury is also fantastic for shopping & sightseeing. Whitstable has a great selection of Art galleries & boutique shops & Dover & Folkestone also have a host of interesting things to do & see. Another area of interest is the Romney Marshes & the Dungeness nature reserve.

Walking is one of our guests favourite pastimes whilst staying with us & we have plenty of pre-planned walks in our room information brochures. To see more information on local walks & trails, please explore the following site...

For a romantic weekend idea, how about the 'Alkham Valley and
East Kent Downlands' romantic weekend planner from Visit Kent who have recognised like so many others what a beutiful spot our valley is....

Cycling is also popular & rightly so as we have so many varied environments which are perfect for a day out on the bike - off road trails, the coastal route, some of the National Cycle network traffic free routes & more...

Alkham is also home to plenty of equestrian centres, which are only too happy to welcome visitors. A selection of these packages can be found on the local attraction page, or we will be happy to organise something for you ! Alkham is also home to a fantastic 9 mile ride suitable for horses...

If you don't feel too energetic but fancy having a flutter on the horses, then Folkestone Racecourse is Kent's only horse racing venue & a great day out for all...

The church, situated directly behind the Marquis, is also a source of interest, from the ringing of the bells to bring in the New Year or Sunday morning congregation

Want to see all of this in very capable hands ?

TOURS OF THE REALM offer chauffeured, sightseeing tours of rural and historic Britain to small and exclusive groups of 4 to 5 people. Tailored to the interests of the client, personalised itineraries allow the time to uncover the hidden treasures and quirky delights of this fascinating country. With a particular focus on Kent and the South-East of England, discover Gardens, History, Heritage and even Shopping. Three Day tours following the history of Henry VIII or day tours from Dover.

Please do take a look at the links page for more information on local amenities & things to do in the area