Frognal Farmhouse is well placed for exploring North Kent — from quiet countryside walks to historic towns, gardens, coast, and local food.
SEE & DO
Local shops and services
Everyday shops and services are available in Teynham village, with a wider range in nearby Faversham and Sittingbourne.
Things to do
Enjoy countryside walks, historic houses, gardens, coastal towns, and local attractions — many within a short drive.
Places to eat
From village pubs and cafés to well-known restaurants, there is a wide choice locally and across the region.
On rainy days
Museums, galleries, historic sites, leisure centres, and family attractions provide plenty to do year-round.
Keeping the kids happy
Outdoor space, beaches, attractions, and family-friendly activities are all within easy reach.
Shops and services
The main shops/services in the village are located on London Road, Teynham ME9. These include:
Cafe — Jo-Eleanor’s Bread & Butter 167A London Rd ME9 9QJ
Car wash — London Road Teynham
Cashpoint — Co-op.
Eggs — Local eggs from Conyer
Fish and chips — Crispin’s 69 London Road, ME9 9QJ 01795 521212
Hairdressers — Jo Jo’s 156 Station Road, ME9 9SX Phone: 01795 520626
Off-licence — Co-op; Londis
Post Office — inside Londis; also Norton Cross petrol station.
Postbox — opposite the train station (collection 9am). Later collection outside pharmacy on London Road (4pm); 6.30pm at Sittingbourne main Sorting Office.
Pharmacy (local) — 105 London Rd, ME9 9QL
Supermarket (local) — Co-op 109 London Road, ME9 9QL
Supermarket (local) — Londis 137 London Road, ME9 9YJ
Supermarket (local) – Verni’s Mini Market, 152-154 Station Road, ME9 9SX Phone: 01795 521463
Toy and model shop — WestonUK 84-88 London Road, ME9 9QH
Teynham Taxi (07593 511364)
Train Station — Junction of Station Road and Lower Road
Vets — Swaleside Veterinary Surgery, 82 London Road, ME9 9QH
Plus in the local area
Supermarkets — There are a wide range of larger supermarkets in the neighbouring towns of Faversham (including Tesco; Sainsbury’s ) and Sittingbourne (including Tesco metro; Asda; Morrison’s, M&S).
Petrol — two petrol stations near by: Norton Cross and Bapchild (both on the A2) about 2km away.
Wildwinds Antiques — towards Faversham on the A2. About 3km. Often featured on BBC’s Bargain Hunt!
Places to eat and drink
A selection of our favourites places to eat are listed below.
If you order a take-away, our address is:
FROGNAL FARMHOUSE, LOWER ROAD, TEYNHAM, ME9 9BY.
In the local area
Crispin’s, Teynham — Fish and chips. Eat in or take away.
The Black Lion, Lynsted — A local favourite, a short drive away. Dog friendly inside.
The Ship Inn, Conyer — 30 minute walk across the fields or five minutes by car. Drinks; food. Outdoor space. We can lend you lanterns if you want to walk back late! Dog friendly inside.
Jo-Eleanor’s Bread & Butter, Teynham — Local cafe. Established 2025. Building an excellent reputation. Breakfast. Brunch. Cakes and treats.
Dover Castle, Teynham — local pub with food in the village. Large outdoor space. Dog friendly outside.
Within a 20 minute drive
Macknade, Selling Road. Faversham. ME13 8XF
The Firepit, Brickfield Road, Faversham, ME13 9AJ
Ask, Italian restaurant. Court Street, Faversham ME13 7AS.
Posillipo (Italian restaurant). Faversham.
The Three Tuns, The Street, Lower Halstow, Sittingbourne, ME9 7DY
Oad Street (Food and Crafts), 181 Borden Lane, Sittingbourne, ME10 1DA
Tiny Tims Tearoom, 34 St Margaret’s Street, Canterbury CT1 2TG
The Sportsman, Faversham Road, Seasalter, CT5 4BP
Things to do
Stay at Frognal — Enjoy the garden. Use the barbecue. Play a game or just sit, relax and read a book. We would also be delighted to show you round the main house which is currently under restoration. Parts of it date from before 1400.
Walks — There are many different walks in the area. A selection of our favourite walks can be found on our dedicated walking page.
Bikes — Bring your bike. There are some beautiful cycle routes in the area. You may also enjoy Kart Racing Circuit.
Swimming — If you fancy a dip in the sea there are a number of award winning blue flag beaches in the area. These include Leysdown and Seasalter. Plus swimming (indoor and outdoor pools) at Faversham and an indoor pool at Sittingbourne.
Rainy days — Even on damp days there’s plenty to keep everyone happy. Our suggestions include: Trampoline Park, Laser Quest and the Climbing Centre. For enquiring minds visit: Dover Castle; Wingham Wildlife Park, Canterbury Roman Museum or The Historic Dockyard at Chatham.
Houses and gardens — Mount Ephraim Country House & Gardens; Belmont House and garden.
Faversham — Historic market town. Indoor and outdoor (summer only) swimming pools.
Whitstable — with harbour and small shops plus of course oysters.
Margate — Sandy beach; Turner Contemporary Gallery
Canterbury — home of Canterbury Cathedral and historic city. Many independent shops. Lovely walks along the river meadows in the south west of the city towards Chatham. Marlow Theatre.
Leeds Castle — Beautiful grounds and one of the most beautiful castles in the country. (£££)
Rochester — home of Rochester Cathedral and historic mediaeval town. The home of Charles Dickens.
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