| Doctor Syn was created by the writer Russell Thorndike in 1915 in his book by the same name. The Doctor was one of the best-known residents of Dymchurch, and went on to lead a secret life as the Scarecrow, leader of a gang of Romney Marsh smugglers. He was also the notorious pirate Captain Clegg. A festival is held every other year in remembrance of the character; The Days of Syn Festival sees events from the books re-enacted on the seashore.
The Conningbrook Hotel is located in the village of Kennington, a 5-minute drive from Ashford and the Eurostar Terminal. It offers rooms with satellite TVs, a restaurant and free parking.
Rooms at the Hotel Conningbrook have large bathrooms with baths, showers and hairdryers. Rooms also include radios and tea/coffee making facilities.
The Conninhbrook Restauarant & Bar serves traditional home cooked food. Vegetarians can be catered for and roast dinners are served on Sundays.
The bar has a selection of award-wining ales and a bar menu. There is also a large beer garden with plenty of seating.
Junction 9 of the M20 motorway is less than a 5-minute drive from the hotel. Ashford Golf Club is 2 miles from the Conningbrook Hotel.
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Star Rating: 3