Browsing local attractions within 5 miles of Reculver Beach

Kings Road, Herne Bay, CT6 5DD, (3 miles, 5kms), Tel: 01227 862190, Email, www.canterbury.gov.uk/main.cfm?objectid=1422&type=REDCSIDE

Herne Bay Memorial Park was originally conceived as a memorial to those that lost their lives in the First World War.

Herne Common, Herne Bay, CT6 7LQ, (5 miles, 8kms), Tel: 01227 712111, Email, www.wildwoodtrust.org

Wildwood Wild Animal Park is a year-round experience for all the family in 40 acres of ancient woodland with over 50 species of British wildlife. Enjoy special events, talks and feeds around the park, adventure playzone and restaurant.

Stodmarsh, Canterbury, CT3 4BP, (4 miles, 6kms), Tel: 0300 0600 4763, www.naturalengland.org.uk

Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve is a unique and beautiful area of wetland, internationally recognised as an important home to a rich variety of wildlife, especially birds. Image Stodmarsh Reserve © Emma Griffiths, Natural England

Reculver Lane, Reculver, Herne Bay, CT6 6SS, (0.3 miles, 0.4kms), Tel: 01227 740676, Email

The twin towers of St Mary's Church are a distinctive feature of the north Kent coast. They are visible for miles around, guiding visitors as they have guided sailors for centuries. But there is much more to Reculver than the towers...

Riverscroft, Grove Ferry, Upstreet, Canterbury, CT3 4BP, (4 miles, 6kms), Tel: 08458 247 600, Email, www.kent.gov.uk

Grove Ferry is an ideal spot for picnics or fishing in the River Stour.

8 William Street, Herne Bay, CT6 5EJ, (3 miles, 5kms), Tel: 01227 367368, Email, www.canterbury-museums.co.uk

This coastal museum features the story of the Victorian seaside resort of Herne Bay and its surrounding area, with exciting finds from nearby Reculver Roman Fort.

Central Parade, Herne Bay, CT6 5JJ, (3 miles, 5kms), Tel: 01227 378100, Email

In the spring and summer months the seafront's beauty is enhanced by gardens, which bring floral colour for visitors who pass the Clock Tower and Bandstand.

Mill Lane, Herne Bay, CT6 7DR, (3 miles, 5kms), Tel: 01227 722332, www.herne-mill.btik.com

Herne Mill is the latest in a long line of mills, which have occupied the site for centuries. It is a local landmark on the skyline above the ancient village of Herne and is a 'sea mark' from the Thames Estuary.

Canterbury Road, Herne Bay, CT6 7TY, (4 miles, 6kms), Tel: 01227 862190, Email

Curtis Wood Park is an informal area of protected open space situated on the outskirts of Herne. The site provides local residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy a variety of semi-natural habitats in a relaxed and pleasant setting.

Kings Road, Herne Bay, CT6 5BQ, (3 miles, 5kms), Tel: 01227 366 299

Herne Bay High School, Bullockstone Road, Herne Bay, CT6 7NS, (4 miles, 6kms), Tel: 01227 366921

William Street, Herne Bay, CT6 5NX, (3 miles, 5kms), Tel: 01227 742102