Sandwich

One of England's best-preserved medieval towns, an ancient port of the Cinque Ports, with timber-framed old houses and riverside gates.

Sandwich was one of the medieval Cinque Ports and has hundreds of listed buildings. Along the River Stour are the Barbican gate, the old fish market, St Clement's Church and the Guildhall, all worth a look. In summer you can take a boat trip along the river or head out to see seals. The town suits a leisurely 1–2 hour walk and is about 25 minutes by train from Canterbury; it can be combined with Deal Castle in a single day.

Opening hours

All day

Medieval towns · Cinque Ports · Old street

Nearby sights

• Deal Castle
• Walmer Castle and Gardens
• Wingham Wildlife Park
• Dreamland Margate
• Shell Grotto
• Turner Contemporary
• Broadstairs & Viking Bay
• South Foreland Lighthouse

Places to eat nearby

• The Fordwich Arms
• Il Posticino
• The Corner House
• Tiny Tim's Tearoom
• The Cook's Tale
• The Goods Shed

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