St Leonard

Tucked away down a quiet lane next to a farm, 13th century St Leonard's is tiny and does not look promising at first as it is rendered on the outside.

Badlesmere, Kent

Opening times

Church open daily.

Address

Dayton Road
Badlesmere
Kent
ME13 0NJ

The inside is beautifully cared for and full of interest. It is crammed with box pews and other old furnishings, including the Victorian oil lamps that John Betjeman admired in the 1960s. There are also medieval benchends, a royal arms of George I and modern stained glass.

  • Enchanting atmosphere

  • Glorious furnishings

  • Social heritage stories

  • Accessible toilets nearby

  • Dog friendly

  • Level access to the main areas

  • On street parking at church

  • Parking within 250m

  • Space to secure your bike

  • Walkers & cyclists welcome

  • Church of England

Contact information

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