Three Short Summer Visits

This summer we shall concentrate upon the architectural and literary history of three very different Kentish houses, dating from the 16th to the 19th centuries.

Chevening House

Thursday 4th July

A unique opportunity to appreciate the interior of a building not easily available for public viewing. This is not an official KAS visit; those attending will do so as guests of the Shoreham Historical Society and at a cost of £12.50 per person. Time to be advised.

Restoration House, Rochester

Friday 26th July at 2.30pm

'The most important townhouse historically in Rochester' (John Newman). Essentially 16th century in date, with substantial alterations made to welcome Charles II home in 1660 and chosen by Charles Dickens as Miss Havisham's decrepit residence. Guided tour - £4.50.

Gad's Hill Place, Higham

Sunday 4th August at 2.30pm

Dickens realised his childhood dream when he was able to live here for the last years of his life from 1856 to 1870. The house was built in the late 13th century. Guided tour - £2.50 or with cream tea in the gardens if fine, £5.00.

To attend or for further information on any of these events please contact Joy Saynor, Excursion Secretary, 28 High Street, Shoreham, Sevenoaks TN14 7TD.