Tonbridge formerly Tonebrige is an ancient market town within the local government district of Tonbridge and Malling in Kent, South East Region, England, United Kingdom. It lies along the banks of River Medway not too far from
London and the towns of
Maidstone and
Tunbridge Wells. The town's history goes way back the Anglo-Saxon times. Tonbridge today is famous for its large collection of ancient architectures, shopping destinations and charming natural environment.
Top Attractions within Tonbridge:
Haysden Country Park sits at Lower Haysden Lane, Tonbridge, Kent, England, United Kingdom. It is a public park along the banks of Medway River and covers over 165-acres of land complete with lakes, marshland and woodland. The site is popular for the rich wildlife and plants that it homes as well as for its picturesque landscape. Leisure walking, picnicking, birdwatching and or wildlife sighting are the usual activities in the park.
Medway Valley Walk is a scenic route that goes along the banks of River Medway from Tonbridge to Rochester of the county of Kent in England, United Kingdom. Going along the said path is popular for the opportunity that in opens for all its users to see ancient castles, gardens, orchards, nightingale breeding grounds and so much picturesque views of flora and fauna.
The Angel Centre provide's fitness facilities for both locals and tourist alike. It is located along Angel Lane in Tonbridge, Kent, England, United Kingdom. Amongst the centre's most sought after facilities are its cinema and badminton, table tennis and squash courts. Its website is
www.angelcentre.co.uk for more information.
Tonbridge Castle is a fine example of a Norman castle the building of which was entrusted by William the Conqueror to Richard de Clare. Today the castle boasts Kent's best example of a Motte-and-Bailey Gatehouse and audio tours of the castle are available. Events are held throughout the year such as live music, fireworks display and a Christmas festival.
Tonbridge Riverside Gardens lies within the former grounds of the motte and bailey castle that once existed in Tonbridge, Kent, England, United Kingdom. The gardens features wide range of flora on a magnificently landscape designed land. Visitors are welcome to explore the site and discover the remains of the fortress that then towers and defends the town.
Tonbridge Town Sailing Club is located at Upper Haysden Lane, Tonbridge, Kent, England, United Kingdom. The club is open for members of all ages and offers one of the country's finest facilities and programs for sailing. The club's annual sailing season commences from the later part of March up until the end of October. To get more information about the town's popular sailing club kindly visit
www.tonbridgesailing.org.
