MARKET DAY:
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CLOSEST STATION:
There are no mainline railway stations
that are particularly convenient for
Aldington.
The closest is Westenhanger, about a
15 minute taxi ride away.
PARKING:
Parking is not generally a problem on
the peaceful streets around the centre
of Aldington.
SHOPPING:
There are a few village shops, but the
closest main shopping centres are at
Ashford or Folkestone.
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CLOSEST STATION:
There are no mainline railway stations
that are particularly convenient for
Aldington.
The closest is Westenhanger, about a
15 minute taxi ride away.
PARKING:
Parking is not generally a problem on
the peaceful streets around the centre
of Aldington.
SHOPPING:
There are a few village shops, but the
closest main shopping centres are at
Ashford or Folkestone.
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Aldington today is a fairly pretty small town, nestling on the edge of the hills that overlook
Romney Marsh. But is main claims to fame revolve around those who have previously been
associated with the town.
Goldenhurst Farmhouse, which dates back to the 17th Century, was home to Noel Coward
from 1929 until 1956. He composed many of his melodies & lyrics here, most notably Room
With A View - said to have been inspired by a vista from one of the farmhouse rooms.
Another writer, by the name of Ford Maddox Ford, wrote ‘Aldington Knoll’ whilst living here.
It tells the tale of the Knoll’s owner, who couldn’t find workers to level that land due to a
legend that a curse would befall anyone who disturbed the Knoll. Eventually he found a
labourer from outside the village who undertook the task. The man unearthed a sword and
a skeleton, before he died in mysterious circumstances.
During the Second World War, the Knoll was once again worthy of note, but this time as an
observation post for spotting aircraft. It’s said that the towers of thirty-six churches can be
seen from the Knoll on a clear day.
During the nineteenth century a well known gang of smugglers, who went by the name of
the Aldington Gang, were prevalent in the district. Led by the Ransley family, one of their
best known haunts was said to be the Walnut Tree Inn. The tales of a ghost there persist
to this day. It is said to be of a man who was killed & thrown down a well at the pub, after
a disagreement.
Looking even further back, Aldington was home to another
notable character. In the 16th Century, Elizabeth Barton, then
known as the Holy Maid of Kent, was said to possess a gift to
forsee visions during what were called ‘her ecstasies’. Before
too long, she was soon brought to the attention of Archbishop
Warham. It’s now commonly believed that the visions occurred
during epileptic fits, and were manipulated by those around her
to befit political purposes. When she apparently predicted that
King Henry VIII would divorce Catherine in order to marry Anne
Boelyn, things took a turn for the worse. The King was not pleased, & it led to Archbishop
Cranmer replacing Warham, & the unfortunate Elizabeth losing her head.
Henry VIII had another connection to Aldington, when he took the Archbishop’s Palace for
himself at the Reformation. Sadly all that now remains of the once grand building, close to
the 12th Century church, are a few walls that make up part of Court Lodge Farm.
Aldington is still a popular place for the celebrities of their day, with a number of television
personalities , most notably Paul O’Grady, having recent or current homes here. It still has
a peaceful charm, more akin to a small village than the small town it’s grown into.
The green still echo’s to the relaxing sound of Sunday cricket, & the combatants still wend
their way to the historic pub for a pint of real ale afterwards. Maybe the ghosts of the old
Aldington Gang will be there to greet them.
Romney Marsh. But is main claims to fame revolve around those who have previously been
associated with the town.
Goldenhurst Farmhouse, which dates back to the 17th Century, was home to Noel Coward
from 1929 until 1956. He composed many of his melodies & lyrics here, most notably Room
With A View -
Another writer, by the name of Ford Maddox Ford, wrote ‘Aldington Knoll’ whilst living here.
It tells the tale of the Knoll’s owner, who couldn’t find workers to level that land due to a
legend that a curse would befall anyone who disturbed the Knoll. Eventually he found a
labourer from outside the village who undertook the task. The man unearthed a sword and
a skeleton, before he died in mysterious circumstances.
During the Second World War, the Knoll was once again worthy of note, but this time as an
observation post for spotting aircraft. It’s said that the towers of thirty-
During the nineteenth century a well known gang of smugglers, who went by the name of
the Aldington Gang, were prevalent in the district. Led by the Ransley family, one of their
best known haunts was said to be the Walnut Tree Inn. The tales of a ghost there persist
to this day. It is said to be of a man who was killed & thrown down a well at the pub, after
a disagreement.
Looking even further back, Aldington was home to another
notable character. In the 16th Century, Elizabeth Barton, then
known as the Holy Maid of Kent, was said to possess a gift to
forsee visions during what were called ‘her ecstasies’. Before
too long, she was soon brought to the attention of Archbishop
Warham. It’s now commonly believed that the visions occurred
during epileptic fits, and were manipulated by those around her
to befit political purposes. When she apparently predicted that
King Henry VIII would divorce Catherine in order to marry Anne
Boelyn, things took a turn for the worse. The King was not pleased, & it led to Archbishop
Cranmer replacing Warham, & the unfortunate Elizabeth losing her head.
Henry VIII had another connection to Aldington, when he took the Archbishop’s Palace for
himself at the Reformation. Sadly all that now remains of the once grand building, close to
the 12th Century church, are a few walls that make up part of Court Lodge Farm.
Aldington is still a popular place for the celebrities of their day, with a number of television
personalities , most notably Paul O’Grady, having recent or current homes here. It still has
a peaceful charm, more akin to a small village than the small town it’s grown into.
The green still echo’s to the relaxing sound of Sunday cricket, & the combatants still wend
their way to the historic pub for a pint of real ale afterwards. Maybe the ghosts of the old
Aldington Gang will be there to greet them.
St Martin’s Church, Aldington.
Surprisingly, St Martins Church has been
a landmark for sailors for centuries, even
though it’s several miles from the sea. It
stands just to the east of the present
day village centre, on the edge of the
escarpment overlooking Romney Marsh.
The earliest parts of the church date
back to the 12th Century, but the tower
wasn’t started until some 300 years later.
Strangely, the tower was originally built
entirely separate from the main church,
but by the time they eventually finished
it (in the 20th Century), the main church
had been extended to meet the tower.
The choir stalls date back to the 14th
Century, and are reputed to be amongst
a landmark for sailors for centuries, even
though it’s several miles from the sea. It
stands just to the east of the present
day village centre, on the edge of the
escarpment overlooking Romney Marsh.
The earliest parts of the church date
back to the 12th Century, but the tower
wasn’t started until some 300 years later.
Strangely, the tower was originally built
entirely separate from the main church,
but by the time they eventually finished
it (in the 20th Century), the main church
had been extended to meet the tower.
The choir stalls date back to the 14th
Century, and are reputed to be amongst
the best in Kent.
Port Lympne Wildlife Park...
... is just a couple of miles along the road.
The Wild Animal Park and Gardens, near
Hythe, houses over 100 species & almost
1000 animals. An exciting feature at Port
Lympne is the 'African Experience' safari
trail, where animals such as giraffe, zebra,
wildebeest and ostrich roam free as in
Africa.
... is just a couple of miles along the road.
The Wild Animal Park and Gardens, near
Hythe, houses over 100 species & almost
1000 animals. An exciting feature at Port
Lympne is the 'African Experience' safari
trail, where animals such as giraffe, zebra,
wildebeest and ostrich roam free as in
Africa.
Willow Court Holiday Cottages
Located just a fewmiles from the village,
WillowCourt Holiday Cottages are set in
the heart of lush rural countryside on the
edge of Romney Marsh. They have 5 self
catering farm cottages, all fully equipped,
& are very welcoming and homely. They
range in size, suiting either a single or a
larger family visit.
Located just a fewmiles from the village,
WillowCourt Holiday Cottages are set in
the heart of lush rural countryside on the
edge of Romney Marsh. They have 5 self
catering farm cottages, all fully equipped,
& are very welcoming and homely. They
range in size, suiting either a single or a
larger family visit.
Aldington Ladies Gentle Excersise
Club
The club meets at 2.15pm each
Wednesday in Aldington Village Hall.
Contact Anne Mason at the hall.
Aldington Tennis Club
The club play on the Reynolds Playing
Field. Contact Trevor Sutton on 01233
721511.
Aldington Short Mat Bowls Club
Meets in Aldington Village Hall, 7.30pm
every Monday & Thursday. For further
information contact Alan Gilbody on
01233 650415.
Aldington Football Club
For more information contact Barry
Hume on 01233 720405.
Aldington & Bonnington Gardening
Club
Meets at Aldington Village Hall 7.45pm
for an 8.00pm start. Visitors are most
welcome. For further information and a
list of future dates, please contact
Colin Evans 01233 720618.
Aldington Cricket Club
For more information & details, contact
Richard Wanstall on 01233 720005.
Club
The club meets at 2.15pm each
Wednesday in Aldington Village Hall.
Contact Anne Mason at the hall.
Aldington Tennis Club
The club play on the Reynolds Playing
Field. Contact Trevor Sutton on 01233
721511.
Aldington Short Mat Bowls Club
Meets in Aldington Village Hall, 7.30pm
every Monday & Thursday. For further
information contact Alan Gilbody on
01233 650415.
Aldington Football Club
For more information contact Barry
Hume on 01233 720405.
Aldington & Bonnington Gardening
Club
Meets at Aldington Village Hall 7.45pm
for an 8.00pm start. Visitors are most
welcome. For further information and a
list of future dates, please contact
Colin Evans 01233 720618.
Aldington Cricket Club
For more information & details, contact
Richard Wanstall on 01233 720005.
Aldington’s name comes
from the Anglo-Saxon
word Ealdaingtun,
which derives from
being the family home
of a Saxon called Ealda.
from the Anglo-
which derives from
being the family home
of a Saxon called Ealda.
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