Literary houses · South East England
Thurnham Castle
In or near Boxley.
Thurnham Castle — a literary house museum in england london.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Bearsted · 2.2 km
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Thurnham Castle is a literary house museum located in england london. A British literary house preserving the home of a notable author, poet or playwright as a museum, often with original furniture and manuscripts. castle in Thurnham, Maidstone, Kent, England, UK
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Thurnham Castle is a literary house located in London. It is known for its historical significance and connection to various literary figures. The property showcases architectural features typical of its era, attracting those interested in literature and history. Visitors can explore the surroundings and appreciate the cultural context of this notable site.
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- Coordinates
- 51.2940, 0.5915
- County
- Kent
- District
- Maidstone
- Parish
- Thurnham
- Postcode
- ME14 3LE
- Parliamentary constituency
- Faversham and Mid Kent
- Nearest railway station
- Bearsted — 2.2 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q7799359 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Thurnham Castle?
- Thurnham Castle is in Kent, London, United Kingdom (postcode ME14 3LE), in the parish of Thurnham.
- What is Thurnham Castle?
- Thurnham Castle — a literary house museum in england london.
- How do I get to Thurnham Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Bearsted, about 2.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode ME14 3LE.
- Is Thurnham Castle a protected site?
- Yes — Thurnham Castle is part of the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Thurnham Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Bearsted, about 2.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode ME14 3LE.