insideKENT Magazine Issue 48 - March 2016 | Page 78

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chislehurst cont.
but the bird sanctuary, deep in the trees of
Whyte’s Woodland, is a fun and exciting place
to visit.
Eltham Palace

Eltham Palace © DncnH (Flickr)

Just a little way out of Chislehurst is the fascinating
Eltham Palace. This building, looked after by
English Heritage, was built on the instructions of
Stephen and Virginia Courthauld in 1936. These
millionaires were at the forefront of cutting edge
technology, and their love of Art Deco design
shines through every aspect of the architecture.
When visiting the palace you can try on period
costumes, play games, listen to music, and be
transported back into the decadent 30s.

always welcome, with their own special menu.
And as for the Sunday roast… It’s the talk of the
town! The menu includes dishes such as the
famous handmade ‘Old Hill Burger’, an
exceptional Thai green curry, and a selection of
bar snacks and sandwiches. If you’re lucky you’ll
even have the chance to hear some live music
too.
The Bull’s Head
The owners of The Bull’s Head call it a modern
hotel without the attitude… at heart, a friendly
local pub. And that sounds about right. Settle in
to enjoy a newly revamped menu that utilises
fresh, seasonal, British ingredients to make goose
and pork rillets, chicken breast filled with sundried
tomato and spinach, eight hour braised blade of
beef, damson Bakewell tart, and chocolate
sundae glory to name just a few of the dishes on
offer.
Denny’s Seafood Restaurant

The Imperial Arms
Whether you need a quick, homemade snack or
you are looking for a freshly prepared, substantial
lunch or dinner, The Imperial Arms has a delicious
menu with something for everyone. Children are

Walnuts Bistro
This new (it opened in June 2015) and friendly
café is welcoming and comfortable, and as a
bonus it serves great food too. With locations in
Bexleyheath and Sidcup too, Walnuts Bistro is
making quite a name for itself.

annual events
Chislehurst is a village with a large heart and a
fantastic community spirit, so it’s no surprise that
there are a number of annual events that take
place throughout the year. Here are just a few.
Chislehurst May Queen // May
Come and celebrate the crowning of the Queen
and Prince! Entertainment includes a marching
band, dancing, fancy dress and performances
by local drama groups.
Summer Fair // June
The annual Chislehurst Summer Fair takes place
every June on Chislehurst Common, and is jampacked full of arts and crafts, stalls, games, and
entertainment. It really is a community event, and
it’s a wonderful opportunity to meet and greet
old friends and new.

dining out
Chislehurst has a plethora of restaurants to enjoy
on a night out, and there are cuisines and styles
to suit every taste and every budget.

extremely popular. And for those who prefer meat
or vegetables, there are non-fish dishes too.

Denny's Seafood Restaurant

Denny’s Seafood Restaurant is actually located
inside what used to be Chislehurst Station’s
waiting room, so it really is a part of the village
itself (and has been since 1985). Here you can
eat lobster, langoustine, crab, oysters, monkfish,
and so much more – it’s fresh and seasonal and

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Chislehurst Rocks // Sep
Chislehurst Rocks is an amazing free music event
that happens every September. With two stages,
rides, refreshments, workshops, a fun fair, and
animals, this is a music festival with a difference,
and it is open to all ages making this a very
special family day out at the end of each summer.
Past acts include Neon District, The 286, and
Night Owl.