Sandwich

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Sandwich in White Cliffs Country is a true hidden gem and is one of the most complete and well-preserved medieval towns in Britain; it’s unspoilt streets are said to contain more half-timbered houses than any other town n England.

Retrace the steps of history‘s famous visitors to Sandwich – King Charles II drank outside The Bell Hotel and Queen Elizabeth I visited in 1573. Make sure you include a visit to the Guildhall Museum, which tells the story of the Town and surrounding areas from Mesolithic times to the modern day and home to Sandwich’s 1300 AD Magna Carta and Charter of the Forest.   

A wealth of historic sites and attractions awaits those who visit Sandwich. Follow the historic Town Trail through narrow winding passageways, past Norman churches and along the town walls. Climb the tower of St. Peter’s Church for incredible views across the town and surrounding rural area. 

Take a relaxing trip aboard the River Runner from Sandwich to see seals and learn about the wildlife and the historic river Stour.  See regular demonstrations of medieval crafts and skills including blacksmithing, boatbuilding and calligraphy at Sandwich Medieval Centre.

Visit the fun filled Whitemills Wake and Aqua Park, near Sandwich.  The only wake park in Kent (with a state of the art 5 Tower Ski Rixen Cable System), an incredible floating obstacle course, open-water swimming and other water-based activities for all ages. There’s also a very popular waterside café here.

You can really embrace the festival spirit in Sandwich. The town has a busy calendar of events, from Le Weekend – a celebration of all things French – to Sandwich Salutes the 1940s; together with Sandwich Food Fayre; Sandwich Folk and Ale Festival and Sandwich Arts Week.

Sandwich is well-known for its fantastic golf. Sandwich has two Championship links courses ranked among the best in England - Prince’s Golf Club, a links course overlooking Sandwich Bay and Royal St George’s - ranked the best golf course in England by Top 100 Golf Courses and host to 15 Open Championships, most recently The 149th Open in 2021.

There are many fine shops and quality restaurants to enjoy, from traditional Kent pubs to more modern British and international eateries. 
Enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep in Sandwich, whether you opt for riverside accommodation such as the Bell Hotel or a traditional countryside inn such as The Five Bells.

For more information on places to stay, visit and events, visit the official tourism website for Sandwich.