English Heritage sites near Marden Parish

Sutton Valence Castle

SUTTON VALENCE CASTLE

5 miles from Marden Parish

The ruins of a small 12th-century Norman keep, with panoramic views over East Sussex and the Kentish Weald.

Bayham Old Abbey

BAYHAM OLD ABBEY

8 miles from Marden Parish

Bayham Abbey makes a fascinating day out on the Kent Sussex border. The impressive ruins include much of the 13th to 15th-century church, the chapter house, and a picturesque 14th-century gatehouse.

St Leonard's Tower

ST LEONARD'S TOWER

8 miles from Marden Parish

An early and well-preserved example of a small free-standing Norman tower keep, surviving almost to its original height.

Old Soar Manor

OLD SOAR MANOR

9 miles from Marden Parish

A small but complete portion of a stone manor house built about 1290. The first floor 'solar' private chamber, with attendant chapel and garderobe, stands over a vaulted undercroft.

Kit's Coty House and Little Kit's Coty House

KIT'S COTY HOUSE AND LITTLE KIT'S COTY HOUSE

9 miles from Marden Parish

The remains of two megalithic 'dolmen' burial chambers. Impressive Kit's Coty has three uprights and a massive capstone: Little Kit's Coty, alias the Countless Stones, is now a jumble of sarsens.

Rochester Castle

ROCHESTER CASTLE

14 miles from Marden Parish

Strategically placed astride the London Road, guarding an important crossing of the River Medway, this imposing fortress has a complex history of destruction and rebuilding.

Churches in Marden Parish

Marden: St Michael & All Angels

Church Green Marden Maidstone
(01622) 831379
http://www.mardenchurch.org.uk

The beautiful medieval church is at the heart of the village in the garden of England. Visitors will find a warm welcome at any of a range of services which reflect the diverse community we serve.

You can find out more about the church, activities, and church officials on our website www.mardenchurch.org.uk.

If you have any safeguarding issues please contact our Safeguarding Officers:

Children: [email protected]

Adults: [email protected]

Full Safeguarding Policy and our own PCC Safeguarding Statement can be read at https://www.mardenchurch.org.uk/640072047710.htm

Pubs in Marden Parish

Marden Village Club

Albion Road, Marden, TN12 9DT
(01622) 831427
mardenvillageclub.co.uk

Six real ales are now offered at this Grade II listed club and community hub; five change regularly and are generally from local microbreweries. There is always one dark beer available. The club was refurbished to produce a light, airy, and...
Stile Bridge

Staplehurst Road, Marden, TN12 9BH
(01622) 831236
thestilebridge.com/

Having been closed for many months this roadside pub was purchased, refurbished and reopened by Chris & Debbie in November 2021. Two real ales plus one local real cider await visitors to this cosy hostelry. The front bar is divided with a...
Unicorn

High Street, Marden, TN12 9DR
(01622) 831426
theunicornpubanddining.co.uk

A good example of a village local with a small separate area for diners. The pub is in the village centre, to the east of the station. There is a large fireplace providing warmth for the winter evenings.
West End Tavern

West End, Marden, TN12 9JB
(01622) 831956
westendtavern.co.uk

This 18th century, Grade II listed, former forge is now a cosy village pub to the west of the station, popular with diners for the good value meals. The licensee is also the chef. The right hand side is mainly for drinkers and meals may be...