What's Nearby
If you're new to Ashford, or just looking to explore around the area, there is plenty for you in and around our town. Have a scroll down to see some other available places or head to Experience Ashford & Tenterden for other options.
Need somewhere to stay nearby? Travelodge in Elwick Place is a perfect location. For other Travelodge hotels in the area click here.
Ashford and Tenterden Tourist Association have an excellent brochure for 2023 featuring 32 places to visit in the Borough, including AIMREC.
The on-line version is available at https://e.issuu.com/embed.html... and there are hard copies available in the Tourist Information Area in the Gateway in Church Road.
There is also a great video to accompany the brochure which is here on YouTube https://youtu.be/FJS1JsxZQ2A
Other places we know of are;
Woodchurch Windmill - 4.2 Miles
The windmill overlooks Woodchurch village from the north, with extensive views over the Walland marshes towards the English Channel coast.
Hothfield Heathlands Nature Reserve - 4.5 Miles
This Kent Wildlife Trust nature reserve offers stunning scenery, wildlife, wild horses and highland cows. The best example of open heathland and acid bog in Kent, the reserve offers beautiful photo opportunities and chances of seeing some wonderful wildlife.
Ashford - Tank WW1 - 5.7 Miles
This tank memorial is based at George's Square in Ashford town centre and is a fascinating relic from the First World War (1914-1918).
Ashford International Rail Station - 6 Miles
This is the nearest rail station to AIMREC and is a great place to see some modern day trains.
Ashford Town Centre - 6 Miles
The bustling town centre is full of a variety of shops and restaurants!
Ashford Museum - 6.3 Miles
Ashford Museum is operated by the Ashford Borough Museum Society, a registered charity comprised entirely of volunteers. The museum's collection comprises artefacts relating to the Borough of Ashford and its people. One of the collections features Railway memorabilia including artefacts from the railway and works, photographs and two model railways to recall the important role that railways played in the town's history.
Ashford Warren & Hoads Woods - 6.4 Miles
A stunning woodlands protected by Kent Wildlife Trust. A lovely place to see wild birds and explore the woodlands, which has a rail line running through it. Highland cows are occassionally at the woods, depending on the time of the year.
Kent & East Sussex Railway - 6.9 Miles
K&ESR has a unique collection of trains, some of which are approaching 150 years old! With heritage steam and diesel trains typically operating April to October plus special events over the festive season, there is much for the entire family to enjoy. Online prices for Freedom Tickets start from £13.50 and dogs travel free!
Tenterden & District Museum - 6.9 Miles
Dip into 1,000 years of history with the help of friendly stewards, and discover rich layers of history, architectural trends over the centuries, house or family history.
The archives house extensive research into local house histories and genealogy and hundreds of unique photographs and post cards.
Ashford Designer Outlet - 7.4 Miles
There are many shops and restaurants to explore and enjoy here.
