Kent

This corner of Kent sits where ancient routes converge, marked by mysterious tolls like Butler's Toll and Froghole Toll that hint at the area's long history as a crossroads. The landscape rolls gently between dense woodlands - Lodge Wood and Coldham Woods offer proper walking territory where you can lose yourself for hours among ancient trees and birdsong.

Singleton Lake provides a focal point for the area, its waters reflecting the changing Kent skies. It's one of those places that feels genuinely peaceful, away from the madness of the M25 corridor. The surrounding forests of Honeywood Rough add to the sense of being properly in the countryside, despite Canterbury being just a short drive away.

What makes this area particularly intriguing is its collection of contemporary art installations scattered through the landscape. The Coppice Cloud Chamber and Score for a Hole in The Ground are part of an outdoor gallery experience that transforms a countryside walk into something unexpectedly thought-provoking. Ring and The Miracle of The Legs continue this theme, creating an unusual blend of rural Kent and modern artistic expression.

For history buffs, there's an Armoured Personnel Carrier that adds a different layer to the area's story, while an archaeological site simply called 'Well' suggests much deeper roots in this corner of Kent.

Getting here is straightforward enough - the area sits within easy reach of both Canterbury and Ashford, making it accessible whether you're coming from London or the Channel ports. The network of holiday parks, from traditional camping at Dunn Street Farm to glamping options like Longberry Farm, gives you plenty of ways to base yourself for exploring this quietly compelling part of east Kent.