Buckland Hill Mural

The mural at Buckland Hill is a proper statement piece - the kind of thing that stops you mid-walk and makes you look twice. It's contemporary street art, vivid and unapologetic, painted across a building in Aylesford. If you're into that side of things - urban art, colour, modern creativity - it's worth the detour. Takes about ten minutes to see properly, though you'll want your camera ready.

This works best if you're already in the area exploring Aylesford itself, which sits along the Medway with some decent riverside walks. The mural appeals to younger visitors and anyone who appreciates contemporary work rather than traditional galleries. It's free, obviously - it's on a wall - and there's no faffing about with opening hours.

Nearby, you've got several caravan parks within striking distance: Bearsted Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite is under four miles away, while Glamping @ Rankins Farm sits at around 4.6 miles if you want something a touch more upmarket. River View Camping is another option at 5.6 miles. Any of these would serve as a decent base for exploring the Medway Valley and popping into Aylesford proper to see what's on.

Honestly? It's a quick stop rather than a destination in itself. But if you're camping nearby and fancy a walk into town, you'll stumble across it - and it's the kind of thing that photographs well and gives you something to talk about over breakfast at the caravan.