Farningham & Eynsford: To Do

Eagle Heights Wildlife Foundation

Eagle Heights Wildlife Foundation: For a more interactive experience, visit Eagle Heights. This wildlife foundation has a range of birds of prey and other animals that kids can learn about through educational talks and close-up encounters.

Lullingstone Roman Villa - English Heritage, it is due to open, but it has been due to open for 2 years!

Lullingstone Roman Villa in Kent is a fascinating archaeological site that showcases remarkably well-preserved Roman mosaics and artifacts, providing insight into ancient Roman life in Britain.

Lullingstone Castle & The World Garden

Visit Lullingstone Castle and World Garden: Lullingstone Castle is a historic treasure offering not only a glimpse into the past but also a unique World Garden with plants from all around the globe. Kids will love the mazes, a variety of plants, and the opportunity to learn about different cultures.

Lullingstone Country Park

With its internationally renowned collection of ancient trees, spectacular wildflower displays and countryside walks, Lullingstone Country Park is the perfect place to get back to nature. There is a café, a shop and a play area.

Castle Farm - Lavender Farm (seasonal)

In the summer months, the Lavender fields burst into colour across the Kent landscape and they harvest and extract pure Lavender Oil. There is a farm shop with local food and a coffee/tea hut.

Eynsford Castle - English Heritage (Free entry)

Eynsford Castle in Kent is a picturesque Norman castle ruin nestled along the River Darent, offering visitors a glimpse into medieval history.

Farningham Wood Nature Reserve

Start your family adventure with a visit to Farningham Wood Nature Reserve. Take a leisurely stroll through the beautiful woodland trails, let the kids explore the diverse flora and fauna, and enjoy a picnic amidst nature.

River Darent

In both Eynsford and Farningham you can wade in the rivers. It is very shallow. Most parts are not more than waist-deep. Just remember to bring river/jelly shoes!

In Farningham, walk along the river going past the Lion pub (don't go over the bridge) and there are lot's of access points. In Eynsford, you have direct access right outside The Plough.

Brands Hatch - 5 mins drive

Brands Hatch in Kent is a renowned motorsport circuit known for its challenging layout and rich history of hosting thrilling racing events.

Swanley Park - 10 mins drive

This has a boating pond, soft play, miniature railway line, playground and water fountains in the summer. There is a cafe with cheap food.

Firefighting Museum - 10 mins drive

The Kent firefighting Museum tells the story of firefighting particularly in Kent, through the display of historic firefighting appliances, uniforms, equipment, and ephemera as well as through archives, records and photographs.

https://www.kentfirefightingmuseum.org.uk/ 

Shoreham Aircraft Museum - 10 mins drive

History and aviation enthusiasts will enjoy a trip to the Shoreham Aircraft Museum. Learn about World War II aircraft and the role they played during the war. Kids can even sit in some of the cockpits!

White Oak Leisure Centre - for rainy days! This is in Swanley, 10 mins drive

For rainy days there is White Oak Leisure Centre in Swanley 2.5 miles away. There is swimming pools, gym, cycling suite and there is also soft play for little ones (toddler area and a section for up to 10 years old). Finally, there is Tag Active, an obstacle course for adults and teens!

Buzy Bees Softplay - for a rainy day with little ones! 10 mins drive

Buzy bees is an indoor soft play centre, providing a safe, clean, fun space for children to explore. It features a large frame for the over 5’s, and two separate areas for under 5’s.

Hemsley Conservation Center - 15/20 mins drive

This is a very small zoo. There is a small on-site café.

Xmas Tree Farm - 20 mins drive

A family-friendly afternoon out. You can walk around and feed some animals on a farm. As you go into the farm the first thing you will see are the Sheep and Llamas, in Spring watch out for the naughty lambs who have escaped through the fence and will be after your feed bucket. As you wander up the farm path you will come to the Goats these can also be very naughty. 

Kent Life - rain or sunshine! 15 mins drive

A family-friendly day out on a working farm. There are animals to see, feed and pet: goats, chickens, sheep, owls. There is an outdoor adventure playground and an indoor soft play. There are tractor rides and talks. It is also a live outdoor museum with house with their original decor from the 1940s.

Diggerland! - 25 minutes drive

Your days out in Kent can be super fun and adventurous when teamed up with a day at Diggerland. Guests of all ages can ride, drive and operate real diggers! All in a safe and family friendly setting. 

Our children have been here many times, it's great! We enjoy driving JCB's.