Bossington
Settlement in Kent Canterbury
England
Bossington
![Goodnestone House and Gardens [1] This range of estate buildings has three pavilions, joined by stables. Built circa 1840 in plum brick with yellow brick, all under a slate roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070255" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070255">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Goodnestone House and Gardens is a country estate near the village of Goodnestone. The Palladian house was built in 1704, altered in the 1790s and again in the 1840s. The house suffered a serious fire in 1959 and has been fully restored. The house is surrounded by some 15 acres of gardens which are generally regarded as amongst the finest in southeastern England. The house is listed, grade II*, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>](https://s2.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/06/37/7063794_93830084.jpg)
Bossington is a small village located in the district of Kent, England. Situated in the southeastern part of the country, it is nestled in the beautiful countryside, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The village is situated approximately 10 miles south of the county town of Maidstone.
Bossington is known for its quaint and picturesque charm, with its traditional thatched cottages and historic buildings. The village retains much of its old-world character, providing visitors with a glimpse into its rich heritage. St. Botolph's Church, a Grade I listed building, stands prominently in the village, showcasing its architectural beauty and historic significance.
Nature enthusiasts will be delighted by the abundance of natural beauty in and around Bossington. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and meandering rivers, making it an ideal destination for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and fishing. The nearby Kent Downs, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offers breathtaking landscapes and a multitude of walking trails for nature lovers to explore.
Despite its small size, Bossington offers a range of amenities to its residents and visitors. The village has a charming pub, providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere for locals and tourists alike. Additionally, there are several shops and services available within a short distance, ensuring that essential needs are easily met.
Overall, Bossington is a tranquil and idyllic village, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of city life. With its natural beauty, historic charm, and warm community spirit, Bossington is a hidden gem in the heart of Kent.
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Goodnestone House and Gardens is a country estate near the village of Goodnestone. The Palladian house was built in 1704, altered in the 1790s and again in the 1840s. The house suffered a serious fire in 1959 and has been fully restored. The house is surrounded by some 15 acres of gardens which are generally regarded as amongst the finest in southeastern England. The house is listed, grade II*, with details at: Link The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: Link
![Goodnestone House and Gardens [2] This range of estate buildings has three pavilions, joined by stables. Built circa 1840 in plum brick with yellow brick, all under a slate roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070255" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070255">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Goodnestone House and Gardens is a country estate near the village of Goodnestone. The Palladian house was built in 1704, altered in the 1790s and again in the 1840s. The house suffered a serious fire in 1959 and has been fully restored. The house is surrounded by some 15 acres of gardens which are generally regarded as amongst the finest in southeastern England. The house is listed, grade II*, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>](https://s0.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/06/37/7063796_d567afc6.jpg)
Goodnestone House and Gardens is a country estate near the village of Goodnestone. The Palladian house was built in 1704, altered in the 1790s and again in the 1840s. The house suffered a serious fire in 1959 and has been fully restored. The house is surrounded by some 15 acres of gardens which are generally regarded as amongst the finest in southeastern England. The house is listed, grade II*, with details at: Link The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: Link
![Goodnestone House and Gardens [4] The southeast front of the house.
Goodnestone House and Gardens is a country estate near the village of Goodnestone. The Palladian house was built in 1704, altered in the 1790s and again in the 1840s. The house suffered a serious fire in 1959 and has been fully restored. The house is surrounded by some 15 acres of gardens which are generally regarded as amongst the finest in southeastern England. The house is listed, grade II*, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>](https://s0.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/06/38/7063800_19db9b4e.jpg)
The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: Link
![Goodnestone House and Gardens [5] The southeast front of the house seen from the gardens. The flight of steps was constructed circa 1840 in stone with brick side walls and is listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1186865" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1186865">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Goodnestone House and Gardens is a country estate near the village of Goodnestone. The Palladian house was built in 1704, altered in the 1790s and again in the 1840s. The house suffered a serious fire in 1959 and has been fully restored. The house is surrounded by some 15 acres of gardens which are generally regarded as amongst the finest in southeastern England. The house is listed, grade II*, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>](https://s1.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/06/38/7063801_8cfd7752.jpg)
Goodnestone House and Gardens is a country estate near the village of Goodnestone. The Palladian house was built in 1704, altered in the 1790s and again in the 1840s. The house suffered a serious fire in 1959 and has been fully restored. The house is surrounded by some 15 acres of gardens which are generally regarded as amongst the finest in southeastern England. The house is listed, grade II*, with details at: Link The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: Link
![Goodnestone House and Gardens [9] The northwest front of the house with a large pedimented Greek Doric porch.
Goodnestone House and Gardens is a country estate near the village of Goodnestone. The Palladian house was built in 1704, altered in the 1790s and again in the 1840s. The house suffered a serious fire in 1959 and has been fully restored. The house is surrounded by some 15 acres of gardens which are generally regarded as amongst the finest in southeastern England. The house is listed, grade II*, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>](https://s2.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/06/38/7063806_351330c7.jpg)
The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: Link
![Goodnestone House and Gardens [10] Part of the gardens.
Goodnestone House and Gardens is a country estate near the village of Goodnestone. The Palladian house was built in 1704, altered in the 1790s and again in the 1840s. The house suffered a serious fire in 1959 and has been fully restored. The house is surrounded by some 15 acres of gardens which are generally regarded as amongst the finest in southeastern England. The house is listed, grade II*, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>](https://s3.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/06/38/7063807_90e670cc.jpg)
The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: Link
![Goodnestone House and Gardens [11] Part of the gardens.
Goodnestone House and Gardens is a country estate near the village of Goodnestone. The Palladian house was built in 1704, altered in the 1790s and again in the 1840s. The house suffered a serious fire in 1959 and has been fully restored. The house is surrounded by some 15 acres of gardens which are generally regarded as amongst the finest in southeastern England. The house is listed, grade II*, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>](https://s0.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/06/38/7063808_1d20c4fe.jpg)
The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: Link
![Goodnestone House and Gardens [12] The gardens with the church in the distance.
Goodnestone House and Gardens is a country estate near the village of Goodnestone. The Palladian house was built in 1704, altered in the 1790s and again in the 1840s. The house suffered a serious fire in 1959 and has been fully restored. The house is surrounded by some 15 acres of gardens which are generally regarded as amongst the finest in southeastern England. The house is listed, grade II*, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>](https://s1.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/06/38/7063809_ac1b772c.jpg)
The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: Link
![Goodnestone House and Gardens [13] The gardens with the church in the distance.
Goodnestone House and Gardens is a country estate near the village of Goodnestone. The Palladian house was built in 1704, altered in the 1790s and again in the 1840s. The house suffered a serious fire in 1959 and has been fully restored. The house is surrounded by some 15 acres of gardens which are generally regarded as amongst the finest in southeastern England. The house is listed, grade II*, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>](https://s2.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/06/38/7063810_652e7e6e.jpg)
The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: Link
![Goodnestone House and Gardens [14] The gardens with the church in the distance.
Goodnestone House and Gardens is a country estate near the village of Goodnestone. The Palladian house was built in 1704, altered in the 1790s and again in the 1840s. The house suffered a serious fire in 1959 and has been fully restored. The house is surrounded by some 15 acres of gardens which are generally regarded as amongst the finest in southeastern England. The house is listed, grade II*, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>](https://s3.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/06/38/7063811_982a849a.jpg)
The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: Link
![Goodnestone House and Gardens [15] The gardens, looking back towards the house.
Goodnestone House and Gardens is a country estate near the village of Goodnestone. The Palladian house was built in 1704, altered in the 1790s and again in the 1840s. The house suffered a serious fire in 1959 and has been fully restored. The house is surrounded by some 15 acres of gardens which are generally regarded as amongst the finest in southeastern England. The house is listed, grade II*, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>](https://s0.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/06/46/7064672_c2839fe2.jpg)
The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: Link
![Goodnestone House and Gardens [18] A large Cedar of Lebanon tree.
Goodnestone House and Gardens is a country estate near the village of Goodnestone. The Palladian house was built in 1704, altered in the 1790s and again in the 1840s. The house suffered a serious fire in 1959 and has been fully restored. The house is surrounded by some 15 acres of gardens which are generally regarded as amongst the finest in southeastern England. The house is listed, grade II*, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>](https://s0.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/06/46/7064676_05e99aad.jpg)
The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: Link
![Goodnestone House and Gardens [19] Part of the gardens.
Goodnestone House and Gardens is a country estate near the village of Goodnestone. The Palladian house was built in 1704, altered in the 1790s and again in the 1840s. The house suffered a serious fire in 1959 and has been fully restored. The house is surrounded by some 15 acres of gardens which are generally regarded as amongst the finest in southeastern England. The house is listed, grade II*, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070296">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000260">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>](https://s1.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/06/46/7064677_e5ccd8d4.jpg)
The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II*, with much history and detail at: Link
![Parish church [3] Part of the churchyard.
The large Anglican parish church of the Holy Cross has 12th century origins. The north aisle is 14th century, the tower is 15th century and the nave and chancel were rebuilt and enlarged in 1839. Constructed of knapped flints, coursed in the 1839 section, with stone dressings, all under a tile roof. The internal fittings are mostly 19th century and there are some fine memorials. The church has recently undergone substantial interior renovation. Listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070258" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070258">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Goodnestone is a village adjacent to the Goodnestone House and Gardens estate, some 7 miles southeast of Canterbury. Many of the village houses were built by the estate.](https://s3.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/06/58/7065815_6d7a08fd.jpg)
Goodnestone is a village adjacent to the Goodnestone House and Gardens estate, some 7 miles southeast of Canterbury. Many of the village houses were built by the estate.
![Parish church [4] Part of the churchyard.
The large Anglican parish church of the Holy Cross has 12th century origins. The north aisle is 14th century, the tower is 15th century and the nave and chancel were rebuilt and enlarged in 1839. Constructed of knapped flints, coursed in the 1839 section, with stone dressings, all under a tile roof. The internal fittings are mostly 19th century and there are some fine memorials. The church has recently undergone substantial interior renovation. Listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070258" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070258">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Goodnestone is a village adjacent to the Goodnestone House and Gardens estate, some 7 miles southeast of Canterbury. Many of the village houses were built by the estate.](https://s1.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/06/58/7065817_b4823298.jpg)
Goodnestone is a village adjacent to the Goodnestone House and Gardens estate, some 7 miles southeast of Canterbury. Many of the village houses were built by the estate.
![Parish church [11] The wall and gate piers originally formed a ceremonial entrance to the churchyard from Goodnestone Park. The piers are 18th century, the wall is mostly 19th century. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070259" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070259">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The large Anglican parish church of the Holy Cross has 12th century origins. The north aisle is 14th century, the tower is 15th century and the nave and chancel were rebuilt and enlarged in 1839. Constructed of knapped flints, coursed in the 1839 section, with stone dressings, all under a tile roof. The internal fittings are mostly 19th century and there are some fine memorials. The church has recently undergone substantial interior renovation. Listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070258" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070258">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Goodnestone is a village adjacent to the Goodnestone House and Gardens estate, some 7 miles southeast of Canterbury. Many of the village houses were built by the estate.](https://s2.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/06/58/7065834_e951fe01.jpg)
The large Anglican parish church of the Holy Cross has 12th century origins. The north aisle is 14th century, the tower is 15th century and the nave and chancel were rebuilt and enlarged in 1839. Constructed of knapped flints, coursed in the 1839 section, with stone dressings, all under a tile roof. The internal fittings are mostly 19th century and there are some fine memorials. The church has recently undergone substantial interior renovation. Listed, grade I, with details at: Link
Goodnestone is a village adjacent to the Goodnestone House and Gardens estate, some 7 miles southeast of Canterbury. Many of the village houses were built by the estate.
Bossington is located at Grid Ref: TR2355 (Lat: 51.250737, Lng: 1.201362)
Administrative County: Kent
District: Canterbury
Police Authority: Kent
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