Hythe, Kent
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Hythe is a small seaside town steeped in history, located along the South East coast in Kent. It is one of the five original Cinque Ports and with a population of just over 14,000, the town gets increasingly busy throughout the summer.
Boasting a long stretch of pebbled beach, beautiful views of both the coastline and local countryside, numerous parks and various other tourist attractions, it is easy to see why Hythe is a popular choice amongst many for a short and relaxing break throughout the year.
The high street itself is home to numerous local shops including gift shops, bakeries and one-off boutiques, as well as a variety of restaurants, pubs and cafes, often busiest for light lunches or on a break from a day the beach. With a post- office, high street banks and three big brand supermarkets the high street also caters for those needing to run essential errands during their stay.
The Royal Military Canal passes through Hythe from Folkestone and is a popular route for walking, cycling, fishing and rowing. There are canoe and boat hire facilities available during peak seasons from Ladies' Walk Bridge and you will often find this a popular past time among visitors and locals. In the summer, usually in August, the annual ‘Venetian Fete’ takes place along the canal. Packed out with food stalls, burger vans, a fun fair and local organisations making their way down the canal on themed floats.
The canal, along with St.Leonard’s Church, the Malt House and the Town Hall established in 1794, all team up to make a list of ‘must sees’ and top things to do in Hythe - the 11th century church has an 'unusual' collection of bones, especially skulls to admire!
The town itself is just four miles from the Channel Tunnel and in close proximity to Folkestone, Dover and Ashford, many people tend to visit Hythe before a trip to the famous White Cliffs of Dover or crossing the Channel to France via car, ferry or Eurostar to Paris. The motorway is only five minutes drive from the coastal town so many locals choose to commute to the city or nearby towns for work. This is particularly convenient if traveling anywhere North, to Essex or to any London airport.
If you are staying overnight or longer, there are lots of options in and around the town. The Hythe Imperial is probably the largest hotel in the area and with beautiful grounds, tennis courts and sea views it is a popular venue for weddings and large conferences. Alternatively, many of the local pubs offer bed and breakfasts for reasonable prices.
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