Goudhurst Attractions

Over 1,500 varieties of conifer trees are to be found at Bedgebury Pinetum Forest and Gardens. Spread over 300 acres and complimented by broad-leafed trees, Azaleas and Rhodondendrums, this is one of Europe's most enchanting forests and finest conifer collections.

The school in Goudhurst is set in 250 acres of parkland and has 40 horses and ponies for riders of all abilities. Facilities include a cross-country course, indoor and outdoor arenas and a jumping paddock. For those more interested in taking in the local scenery, trails have been set out along the adjacent Bedgbury Forest.

Finchcocks Living Museum of music in Goudhurst offers visitors an informative and entertaining introduction to keyboard instruments of the 17th to 19th centuries. The museum is situated in an early 18th century manor house with beautiful grounds.

A visit to Finchcocks is fulfilling as it is at combines the aspects of visiting a manor house with a concert and a museum.