VILLAGE OF CHILHAM CANTERBURY

One of the most beautiful places to visit in Canterbury, Chilham village is just 7 miles southwest of Canterbury and consists of one of England's most beautiful Village greens. The yearly celebration of May Day in the village takes place in The Square, surrounded by various historic timber-framed buildings. Tourists can participate in traditional activities like Morris Dancing.

Sir Dudley Digges initially constructed the Chilham village in 1616 on the ruins of a castle, which its current owners meticulously renovated. It is located in a lovely place and offers magnificent vistas of its surroundings. These well-kept gardens were created by Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown and Thomas Heron and are accessible to the public only on Tuesdays throughout summer. 

Various activities are held at Chilham Castle throughout the year, including the yearly "Chilham Chase" fun run and outdoor performances by the Shakespeare's Globe Theatre Company. Also, this Castle is considered one of the best in canterbury; it has beautiful surroundings. One can also plan a private event at this place if they search for a unique location that makes their event more special.

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Highlights

• Chilham village is highly recommended to visit the gardens of Chilham Castle 17th Century, which the Capability Brown cultivates. The extensive terraces, bowling green, beautiful parks, and the Elephant House are all must-visit highlights.
• This is suggested to choose a superb tour guide present to go through it. The tourists will have the chance to learn more about the castle's intriguing past as you go and get a glimpse of its lavishly furnished main hall, library, staircase, dining, and study room.
• The Chilham Castle consists of beautiful Gardens and Chilham Village with a venue to rent.