• The town was granted its Royal Charter of Incorporation by King Henry VI in 1449 and became a limb of the Antient Town of Rye.
• The Port of Tenterden was at Smallhythe, where ship building became a major industry and ships as large as 400 tons were constructed.
• Today, Tenterden is a prosperous country town graced with a tree-lined high street, full of shops, restaurants and cafés.
• Known as the Jewel of the Weald, Tenterden’s beautiful architecture includes white painted weather boarding, tile hung facades and the unique ‘mathematical tile’. Nearby, the town’s well stocked museum traces Tenterden’s fascinating history.

Did you know?

• St. Mildred’s Church, with its pinnacled tower, served as a beacon for ships coming up the river and remains a beautiful landmark for miles around.

Contact Tel: 01580 762558
Website: www.tenterdentown.co.uk