Southern Counties
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With Tunbridge Wells, Gillingham, Southend, Guildford and Maidstone all forming part of the Arriva Southern Counties routes there is little wonder that our town guides will only scratch the surface. Now it’s over to you to explore.
With an abundance of bars and restaurants, perfect piers, and castles fit for a king, you are sure to find your time in the Southern Counties gives you something to remember. And, even if you’re local, you may be surprised by what else the region has to offer.
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Bluewater is best known for its fantastic shopping centre which is the second largest in the UK. It includes hundreds of stores, an array of cafes and restaurants, as well as a 13-screen cinema.
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The dockyard in Chatham has significant historical note, making it an important contribution to the tourist industry within the area. Situated at the dockyard is historic Fort Amherst, over 250 years old.
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Cranleigh, proclaimed as the largest village in England, includes Stocklund Square on the High Street, near the village’s centre, with all of Cranleigh’s shops, attractions and events.
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One of the Medway Towns, Gillingham has a naval history and is home to the Royal Engineers. It has a thriving commercial and retail centre.
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Historic and vibrant county town of Surrey, Guildford offers first class entertainment and shopping, surrounded by a wealth of gardens and historic buildings.
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There is plenty to see and do in Horsham, surrounded by beautiful, open countryside. The town has won many awards over the past few years for its design and use of materials.
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Lakeside Shopping Centre, with over 250 stores, 12 restaurants on The Boardwalk and a Vue Cinema, will keep you more than occupied for the day!
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Maidstone has a colourful history shaped by battles, revolts, witches, mad priests and later, industrialists, brewers and Victorian benefactors. There's a treasure trove of hidden delights is waiting to be discovered.
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Historic and cultural Rochester is known as the ‘garden of England’. Visit the magnificent Norman Castle and Cathedral or take a boat trip down the River Medway.
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Southend-on-Sea boasts the longest pleasure pier in the world. Its cafés and restaurants spill out onto the promenade and there's plenty to see and do for everyone.
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In Georgian times, this historic spa town gained a reputation as the place to see and be seen. Is still is!
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Weybridge is a beautiful, quaint, Surrey town with a variety of places to visit, including the Brooklands Museum and a number of traditional English pubs, bars and restaurants.
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Woking has much to offer those who are looking for peace and tranquility, but it doesn't take long to find its bustling centre and its sparkliing mix of entertainment, shopping and town centre events.