LOCATION
Just 30 miles from London, but a world away in affordability, Maidstone offers an excellent alternative to city living. Still large enough to feel lively, and with great schools and transport links added to the mix, it is easy to see why so many first time buyers are making the move to Maidstone Maidstone HOT spot
1 Mote Park - all 450 acres of it! 2 A perfect balance of urban and semi-rural living 3 The huge selection of shops and restaurants 4 Lively and varied nightlife options 5 Easy access to the capital and beyond 5 REASONS WE LOVE… MAIDSTONE
UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT
Ask any local where to head first in Maidstone and they will tell you Mote Park. Once a private estate, it is now owned by Maidstone Borough Council and is widely considered one of the best parks in the South East of England.The award-winning green space is around 450 acres, including a 30-acre lake. Perfect for leisurely strolls, dog walks or picnics, it also boasts several playgrounds, including a natural woodland play area. At the central lake you can enjoy multiple water sports, or head to the BMX track or skate park if you’re more comfortable on wheels than water! Suffice to say, the park is a popular gathering space, with concerts, musical festivals, outdoor theatre and arts events, seasonal fairs and cultural celebrations all held here throughout the year too. Mote Park is also used for regular community fitness activities, including a hugely popular Saturday parkrun. In fact, it is pleasingly easy to maintain a healthy lifestyle in Maidstone with countless sports clubs, activities to enjoy on the river, plus endless riverside and country walks to explore. Other local green spaces include Vinters Valley Nature Reserve and White Horse Wood Country Park. If all that sounds exhausting, there is plenty
Weavering, on the south east edge of town, are particularly popular with families thanks to their modern estates and excellent local amenities. For a more rural feel, consider Boxley, Loose, or one of the other surrounding villages. You’re also spoilt for choice with public transport in Maidstone. Maidstone East, Maidstone West, and Maidstone Barracks stations all serve the town, with direct trains from Maidstone East to London Victoria talking around an hour. Regular services also run to Ashford International, Canterbury, Tonbridge and Strood. A central bus station, conveniently located at The Mall, also serves the town, making it quick and easy to travel to neighbouring towns including Ashford, Canterbury and Tunbridge Wells. Driving? Major routes include the M20
Set on the River Medway, with the Pilgrim’s Way (an ancient route between London and Canterbury) to the north and the Kent Weald to the south, Maidstone, the County Town of Kent, is right at the heart of the Garden of England. But this large town, with a population of over 180,000, is also a signi cant commercial and cultural hub. Maidstone has a rich history dating back over 400,000 years, but it was rst recognised as a town in 1549 when it was granted a royal charter. By the 18th century, Maidstone was the of cial and legal centre of Kent and - aided by the River Medway and later rail links - the town thrived, with brewing and papermaking industries particularly prominent during the industrial era. Today, Maidstone is still evolving, with ongoing investment growing the town’s services and amenities to support its rising population. Maidstone is particularly popular with commuters and young families, and the town’s demographic re ects this, with a substantial working-age majority in the town’s residents. When choosing where to live, the town centre is the perfect pick for convenience, but Alliston (west of town) and Bearsted (to the north) are also very popular with commuters; they still offer an easy commute, but with a slightly slower pace of life. Grove Green and
motorway (to London and the Kent coast), the A20, A26 and A229.
in the way of culture in the town too! Maidstone Museum and Bentlif Art Gallery - with their local history and art collections - are a great way to discover
86 First Time Buyer August/September 2026
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