Fairfield, Kent
Fairfield in Kent Village Guide
About Fairfield, Kent
Fairfield is a small village in Kent, situated on Walland Marsh, part of the Romney Marsh area. It lies west of the village of Brookland and forms part of the parish of Snargate. The village is notable for its rural and isolated setting.
The Church of St Thomas à Becket is Fairfield’s most prominent historic feature. This 15th-century church, built on the site of an earlier building, stands alone amid open marshland and is accessible only by footpath. Its remote location has made it a popular subject for photographers, artists, and writers.
The church’s interior, with distinctive white panelling and black furnishings, inspired artist John Piper in designing the prayer room at Nuffield College, Oxford. It has also appeared in film adaptations of Charles Dickens’ Great Expectations. The Church of St Thomas à Becket is a Grade I listed building, reflecting its architectural and historic significance.
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Rye Leisure Centre
Modern facilities, friendly staff and great value … all at Rye Leisure Centre! Situated just behind the railway station, parking … more
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Attractions and Activities
Lamb House
Lamb House was built in 1723 by James Lamb. Henry James leased the property and later purchased in 1899. It was here he wrote the Awkward Age, The Wings of the Dove, the Ambassadors and The Golden Bowl. In the … more
Kent & East Sussex Railway
The Kent & East Sussex Railway is the country’s finest example of a rural light railway. The line owes much of its charm to its origin as the world’s first light railway. Originally opened in 1900, the tightly curved line, … more
Winchelsea Town Well
The plaques read … “Town Well 1851” “All persons are strictly cautioned against throwing anything whatever down the town well as the police have orders to report immediately any act of nuisance so that the offenders may be prosecuted. Dated … more
Accommodation
Landgate Cottage
15th century Landgate cottage is opposite the medieval Landgate arch, in Rye’s pretty centre. Refurbished recently, retaining period features, with 2 bedrooms, a bath / shower room, a cosy woodburner, pretty courtyard, smart TV and WIFI. Close to galleries, restaurants, … more
Mermaid Cottage
Mermaid Cottage is a cosy, 18th century cottage situated on the historic cobbled Mermaid Street in Rye, perfect for a relaxing break. Situated at the top of Mermaid Street, you are centrally based in the Citadel for exploring Rye and … more
Old Borough Arms
The Old Borough Arms is a family run guest house, with 9 en-suite rooms in the heart of Rye. All guest rooms have tea and coffee making facilities, TV, towels and good quality comfortable beds so that you can have … more
Restaurants
Marino's Fish Bar
Traditional Fish & Chips Take Away and Restaurant with 60 seats capacity. Open 7 days a week: Monday to Saturday 12 – 9pm Sunday 12-8pm
Big Guys French Fries
We’re an independent small restaurant located steps from the centre of town. We’re proud to be the favourite for locals to meet friends for a beer or call for a fresh “big guy burger”. We serve juicy big burgers and … more
The Print House
The Print House is a 4* AA rated cosy and friendly 16th Century Inn with six boho chic bedrooms in the medieval town of Tenterden in the heart of English Winemaking Country. Known as the Jewel of the Weald, with … more