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Smarden proudly presents itself as a medieval village. Hence, most of the roads and streets in this village date back to the 14th or 15th century.
The Dragon House is a major tourist attraction in Smarden. It is a manor styled, half timbered, detached house, located in the centre of the street. The house is decorated with smiling dragons.
The Cloth Hall is where weaved products are kept and sold. The house is constructed in the traditional Tudor style.
The parish church is another place that is of tourist interest. This church is called the Barn of Kent, due to the large span of its roof. Most of the parts of this church, located on the street, date back to somewhere between the 14th and 15th century.
Adam de Essex was the first priest who stayed in the church in the 13th century. Tourists can climb the tower if given permission and it offers breathtaking views of the village down below.
Some of the interesting places like Leeds Castle, Bodiam Castle, Great Dixter Gardens, Biddenden Vineyard and various woodland walks are within easy reach of this village.
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