The Maidstone Directory

Maidstone & District Local Guide

Your guide to Maidstone and its villages

Explore Maidstone, from the Medway and Mote Park to independent shopping, neighbourhood life and the villages nearby.

Artist's impression of Maidstone Museum seen from Brenchley Gardens
The town

About Maidstone: the Medway, county town and nearby villages

Get to know Maidstone, from its riverside heritage and shopping streets to neighbourhoods, green spaces and villages around the town.

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Representative artist's impression of a walk beside the lake in Maidstone's Mote Park
Things to do

Things to do in Maidstone: riverside walks, museums and parkland

Plan a Maidstone outing around the Medway, Mote Park, local heritage, theatre and attractions in the surrounding countryside.

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Representative artist's impression of neighbours meeting at a Maidstone community venue
Community

Maidstone community contacts: councils, local support and getting involved

Find useful starting points for council services, community venues, volunteering and practical support around Maidstone.

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Representative artist's impression of independent shops in Maidstone's historic centre
Shopping

Shopping in Maidstone: independent finds, high-street shops and useful local stops

Explore Maidstone’s shopping streets, from Week Street and Gabriel’s Hill to Fremlin Walk, The Mall and neighbourhood shops.

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Representative artist's impression of local Maidstone business owners preparing their shop
Local business

Where to list and promote your Maidstone business

Practical ways to help Maidstone customers find your business, with a useful local profile and consistent contact information.

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What’s on

What’s on in Maidstone: November and December 2026

Christmas lights, creative workshops, festive shopping and family theatre in Maidstone and nearby Detling.

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