Getting to:
Detling Fair
Kent County Showground, Detling, nr. Maidstone, ME14 3JF
Our Garden of England event can be easily accessed from whichever direction you come – even via air or sea!
Travelling by Car
Use the postcode – ME14 3JF
The Kent Event County Showgound is located on the A249, which is a dual carriageway. From the M20 Motorway, exit the motorway at Junction 7 and follow signs to Sittingbourne and Sheerness A249. The Kent Showground is clearly marked and is approximately 2 miles from the junction.
From the M2 Motorway, exit the motorway at Junction 5 signposted Maidstone A249. The Kent Showground is approximately 5 miles.
Plentiful free parking is available onsite.
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Travelling by Public Transport
By Bus
Whilst there is a limited bus service from Maidstone the bus stop is half an hour walk from the showground. We therefore advise you to get a taxi or come by car.
By Rail
The nearest train station is Maidstone East.
View their Timetable
or for more rail enquiries
telephone: 08457 48 49 50.
Ashford International is a 20 minute drive (20 miles).
The Channel Tunnel is within a 40 minute drive (35 miles).
By Air
Gatwick Airport is just 41 miles and a 45-minute drive away.
By Sea
Dover is within a 45-minute drive and 38 miles away.