Accommodation

If you have already decided that you will be bringing your tent/caravan/motorhome and wish to stay at the show ground, please see the campers booking in form.

We realise that not all of you fancy camping for the week, so we have compiled a list of hotels, guest houses and B&Bs who may have vacancies. We recommend calling early to avoid disappointment. Please contact the hotels on this list directly. We have also made it possible to order a FREE copy of the Kent Tourist Board approved brochure: The Heart of Kent Guide 2001 by filling out a simple form here!

NB: This page is intended as a listing for local accommodation to make planning your visit easier. With the exception of The Langley, however, we cannot vouch for any of the establishments listed below, and the descriptions are intended only as a guide. We take no responsibility for standards and availability of rooms.

NEW: Order a FREE copy of the Kent Tourist Board approved brochure: The Heart of Kent Guide 2001!

The Heart of Kent Guide 2001 covers all local accommodation, facilities and other attractions. If you need further information, please call the Tourist Board on +44 (0) 1732 876322 or +44 (0) 1622 602169. You can also visit their website at

Please note that The War and Peace team cannot handle enquiries regarding accommodation off the campsite.

We would like to recommend:

e-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it 18/20 London Rd, Tonbridge, TN10 3DA
Tel: +44 (0) 1732 353311
3 Star hotel very near the showground, offering traditional hospitality with quality fare. A la carte restaurant, licenced bar, conference and function rooms. French, German, Italian and Spanish spoken.

The Chequers Inn
15th Century traditional inn located in the heart of Kentish hopping country, boasts a wealth of beams, an open fire, huge garden, home cooked food and real ales. Superior accommodation. 1 double room en-suite (book early!) Laddingford, Nr Yalding, Maidstone, ME18 6BP
Tel: 01622 871266
Distance: 1/2 mile from the showground

The Bull Inn of Brenchley
Victorian inn in one of Kent's most beautiful villages. Superior en-suite accommodation, non-smoking conservatory restaurant overlooking beautiful courtyard and garden. High St., Brenchley, TN12 7NQ
Tel: 01892 722701
Distance from showground: roughly 10 mins

Larkfield Priory Hotel
Excellent location for further exploration of the area, located close to J4 of the M20, halfway between London and the channel ports. London Rd, Larkfield, ME20 6HJ
Tel: 01732 846858
Fax: 01732 846786
Distance from showground: roughly 20 mins

Best Beech Inn (from £35)
18th Century inn with a friendly atmosphere situated on the B1200 between Wadhurst and Mark Cross. Comfortable rooms, most en-suite. A la carte restaurant, bar and bar meals. Off street parking. 6 rooms (1 family), most en-suite Mayfield Lane, Best Beech, Wadhurst, TN5 6JH
Tel: 01892 728046
Fax: 01892 785092
Distance from showground: roughly 20 mins

Hotel du Vin et Bistro (from £79)
Stylish Georgian townhouse hotel featuring wine memorabilia, individually-decorated bedrooms, popular bistro restaurant as well as an attractive garden. Off street parking. French spoken. 32 bedrooms, all en-suite. Crescent Rd, Royal Tunbridge Wells, TN1 2LY
Tel: 01892 526455
Fax: 01892 512044
Distance from showground: roughly 20 mins

Jarvis International Tunbridge Wells (from £70)
84 luxury bedrooms, health suite with sauna, sunbed, jacuzzi, and beauty room. Fine dining room and semi-rural relaxing setting. Ample parking. Spanish, Italian and French spoken. 8 Tonbridge Road, Pembury, Royal Tunbridge Wells, TN2 4QL
Tel: 01892 823567
Fax: 01892 823931
Distance from showground: roughly 20 mins

Moorings Hotel (from £40)
Friendly family hotel offering high standard accommodation for tourists and business travellers. near station, fast London trains. Off street parking, restaurant and bar. 23 bedrooms
97 Hitchen Hatch Lane, Sevenoaks, TN13 3BE
Tel: 01732 452589
Fax: 01732 456462
Distance from showground: roughly 20 mins

Royal Oak Hotel (from £55)
17th Century coaching inn with abundant atmosphere and character. Award winning No 5 restaurant. Delightful terrace and conservatory. Off street parking. Satellite TV. 39 bedrooms, all en-suite. High St, Sevenoaks, TN13 1HY
Tel: 01732 451109
Fax: 01732 740187
Distance from showground: roughly 25 mins

Sir Thomas Wyatt Travel Inn (from £49.95)
Low cost high quality accommodation next to the Sir Thomas Wyatt Beefeater pub and restaurant. Family rooms accommodate 2 adults and 2 children for the same low rate. Off street parking. 2 rooms for disabled guests. 40 rooms London Rd, Allington, Maidstone, ME16 0HG
Tel: 01622 752515
Fax: 01622 672469
Distance from showground: roughly 35mins

The Wagon Lodge (£220/week)
The Wagon Lodge has been converted from an original Grade II listed building which was part of this large once active arable and livestock farm - now a home.
Barton Farm, Bethersden, Kent, TN26 3DN
Tel: 01233 820608

www.wagonlodge.co.uk