Chilston Park Hotel - Lenham

Historic country house hotel with 2 AA Rosette dining in 31 hectares of Kent parkland

Dining

The hotel's Culpeper's Restaurant holds 2 AA Rosettes for its cuisine, sourcing produce from local Kent farms and its own kitchen garden. Guests can order a dedicated children's menu or request custom dietary accommodations, including nut-free preparations verified by the head chef. Afternoon Tea is served in the Marble Lounge, featuring sandwiches, scones, and pastries presented on a three-tier stand.

Rooms & Grounds

Chilston Park Hotel Lenham offers 53 individually designed bedrooms, some with four-poster beds and original period fireplaces. The Mews Junior Suites provide separate sitting areas and are commonly used by families or guests traveling with pets. The property sits within 31 hectares of parkland that includes a lake, landscaped gardens, and walking trails.

Events & Business

The hotel provides an exclusive-use wedding package for celebrations of up to 120 guests, with dedicated planners like Sophie coordinating every detail. Business guests have access to ten flexible meeting rooms, all with natural light and original historic features. Chilston Park Hotel also hosts corporate retreats and galas, with private dining rooms and audiovisual equipment available on request.

Location

Chilston Park Hotel is set in rural Kent, a 15-minute drive from Leeds Castle and 20 minutes from Penshurst Place. The area includes Chapel Down vineyard and Anno distillery, both accessible for day trips. Lenham train station is 2 km away, offering direct services to London Victoria in about 80 minutes.

Family & Pet Amenities

The hotel welcomes children of all ages and provides travel cots, kids' menus, and board games upon request. A limited number of dog-friendly rooms are available-guests must call ahead to confirm availability. Families can fish in the lake or explore the grounds, and the hotel's restaurant offers a special kids' meal option.

• Accommodation: 53 uniquely designed bedrooms, 4-poster and period features
• Dining: 2 AA Rosette restaurant, Culpeper's, with locally sourced cuisine
• Grounds: 31 hectares of parkland with lake and landscaped gardens
• Events: Exclusive-use weddings, ten flexible meeting rooms with natural light
• Pet Policy: Dog-friendly rooms available (limited, call ahead)
• Nearby: 15 min to Leeds Castle, 20 min to Chapel Down vineyard