ALLINGTON CASTLE

A manor fortified in 1281 with square and round towers and converted in 1492 into a mansion. It was badly damaged by fire in 16th century but was restored early this century. Now a convent owned by the Order of Carmelites, it is almost completely hidden from view by woodland.

Private

Photo David Green

Directions
A mile south east of M20 Junction 5, north of Maidstone.

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