The stunning Kent town with a rich history just an hour from London
Edenbridge is described as a traditional Kentish location that is set in the surrounding Eden Valley.
From London, you can reach Edenbridge in as little as 38 minutes, catching the train from London Bridge and heading to Edenbridge Town station.
You can also drive to the town, taking around one hour and 47 minutes with tolls along the route.
Whether you just fancy a break from London and want an easy weekend, or fancy a weekend of long walks, Edenbridge is the perfect place.
If you're a keen walker, Edenbridge offers plenty of great walking trails, including a route that takes you through the town.
The town trail follows a straight line route that the Romans would follow on their route to London from Lewes.
The century church records show that Edenbridge first appeared on records in the 12th century, according to Visit Edenbridge.
Throughout its history, the market town has seen the likes of miners and smugglers and more recently, a rise in commuters, with it being just 25 miles from London.
Despite being close to London, Edenbridge feels miles away, surrounded by countryside and high streets showing off its rich history.
According to Visit Sevenoaks, the high street is filled with " timber-framed medieval buildings" that make it the "picture-perfect backdrop".
The high street has shops, including antiques, gifts, plants and more, along with its market.
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Edenbridge Market was first established in 1227 when it once sold cattle, but now it is a more general market held on Thursdays.
There are also plenty of places to eat in the town, including The Old Eden, the local pub which has a Google Review rating of 4.3/5 and saw one guest share: "What a find, called in for dinner and had one of the best pies I've ever had, full of steak and kidney and the pastry was delicious."
For places to stay in Edenbridge, the Ye Olde Crown is a well-rated hotel, and Hurst Farm is a popular bed and breakfast.
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