Kentish Lady - River Cruises Maidstone

04/06/2026

You can actually drive this boat yourself 👀🚤

No licence needed, just a quick safety briefing before heading out onto the River Medway ☀️

Perfect for family days out, weekend plans, date days or just making the most of the weather 🌿

Bring your own refreshments, cruise through the Kent countryside and enjoy something a little different this summer.

Head to our website to book your self-drive boat hire 🚤
🔗https://f.mtr.cool/ajeyyalzme

03/06/2026

Part 2 of our In & About series with Captain Mick ⚓️

This time, we’re stepping inside All Saints Church in Maidstone, a building filled with history, hidden details and stories dating back hundreds of years.

From the Lawrence Washington monument, said to have inspired elements of the American flag 🇺🇸, to Tudor stained glass windows and musket holes in the walls, there’s so much history right here in the heart of Maidstone.

Stay tuned for more local history, hidden gems and riverside stories with the Kentish Lady 🚤

02/06/2026

Looking for something a little different to do this June? 🚤🏰

Join us on either 23rd June or 30th June for one of our exclusive Allington Castle cruises, combining a scenic River Medway cruise with a guided visit to the magnificent Allington Castle.

As the castle is not open to the general public, this really is a unique experience here in Kent.

Your trip includes:

- River cruise along the Medway
- Guided visit around the castle grounds, courtyards & Great Hall
- Tea, coffee & cakes onboard for the return journey

🕐 1:30pm–4:00pm
🎟️ £39.50 per person
📍 Pre-booking essential

Please call 01622 753740 to book your place, or head to our website to find out more⬇️
🔗https://f.mtr.cool/adizykcbkc

01/06/2026

Heard about our new event yet? 🇮🇹🚤

This summer, we’re bringing a taste of the Amalfi Coast to Maidstone with a brand new dining experience on board the Kentish Lady in partnership with Pizza Buoys 🍋🍕

Think artisan pizzas, antipasti starters, desserts, Italian-inspired décor and an evening cruising along the River Medway 🌅

📅 Thursday 25th June
⏰ 7pm-10pm
💷 £40 per person

To book, call Linda on 📞 01622 753740

29/05/2026

Enjoy the Maidstone River Park this weekend.

This weekend at Maidstone River Park

𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬

🕢 7.30am to 1pm: Maidstone Market at Lockmeadow
🕘 9am: Maidstone River Park parkrun from Kent Life
🕙 10am to 2pm: Community Cafe at All Saints, Maidstone
🕙 10am to 5pm: Fun down on the farm – enjoy a full day of farmyard fun and adventure at Kent Life
🕚 From 11am: One-hour round trips between Maidstone and Allington Lock, on board Kentish Lady

𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬

🕙 10am to 5pm: Fun down on the farm – enjoy a full day of farmyard fun and adventure at Kent Life
🕥 10.30am to 11.15am: Resistance Band Meetup at Lockmeadow Outdoor Gym
🕚 From 11am: One-hour round trips between Maidstone and Allington Lock, on board Kentish Lady

𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗦𝗛 𝗟𝗔𝗗𝗬 𝗦𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘𝗦

➡️ Maidstone (opp. Law Courts): 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm
⬅️ Allington Lock (outside The Malta Inn): 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm, 3.30pm

💷 Pay on board
🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 These trips are run on a first come first served basis, no advance bookings
⏱️ The last boat from Allington terminates back in Maidstone at 4pm

𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗 & 𝗗𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗞

AYLESFORD
🍺 The Chequers in Aylesford
🍻 The Little Gem
☕️ The Pantry Coffee

ALLINGTON LOCK
🍺 Malta Inn Beefeater
☕️ The Little Old Toll House

WHATMAN PARK (St Peter’s Street entrance)
☕️ Riverside Bar & Cafe Maidstone (inside Freedom Leisure)

TOWN CENTRE
🍹 Drayson's Spirit & Wine Bar
🍦 Gilly’s Kiosk @ Kentish Lady mooring
🌭 Hollywood Bar & Diner @ Lockmeadow
️🍔 Love Food @ Lockmeadow (Aroi Dee, Asian Bites, Flour Power Cafe, Notorious BRG, Perfect Pulled Pork, Sewaro: Taste of Nepal and We Are Chicken)
🍜 Thai Orchid Maidstone (all you can eat table buffet, served Friday, Saturday and Sunday)

EAST FARLEIGH
🍻 The Bull Inn East Farleigh
🍻 The Victory Inn

BARMING
🍻 The Bull, Barming

TESTON COUNTRY PARK
☕️ Lodge Coffee Kiosk

𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗘 𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗞𝗠𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗢𝗪

🚲 Cycles UK (Closed on Sunday)
🤸 Gravity Trampoline Park
⛳️ Gravity Street Golf
🕹️ Hollywood Amusement Arcade
🎳 Hollywood Bowl
🍿 Odeon Luxe Cinema

𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗘 𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗞𝗠𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗢𝗪

🛝 Children’s play area
🏋️ Outdoor gym
🏓 Table Tennis tables

𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞 𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗘

🌳 Teston Bridge Country Park (off A26)
🌿 Whatman Park (10-minute walk from town)

29/05/2026

Still deciding what to do this weekend? ☀️🚤

Our self-drive boat hire is the perfect way to enjoy the sunshine, spend time with family and friends, and explore the River Medway at your own pace.

Pack a picnic, take in the views and enjoy a few hours out on the water, no experience needed.

Head to our website to find out more and book your boat hire⬇️
🔗https://f.mtr.cool/scpsovrcqw

27/05/2026

One of our most frequently asked questions is ‘do you allow dogs on your 1 hour trips?’

Well I hope Elvis, pictured here on Captain Nicks lap, answers that question for you. When Elvis isn’t being a valued team member and boat mascot, you can find him snuggled up with Kentish Lady owner Linda in the garden or on the sofa.

27/05/2026

Wondering where to find us? 🚤

The Kentish Lady is located at the Undercliffe Boathouse, Bishops Way, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 6XG 📍

From here, you can join us for river cruises, lunch cruises, trips to Allington Castle, and more along the River Medway 🌊

Ready to plan your next trip on the water? Head to our website to find out more ⬇️
🔗https://f.mtr.cool/sgswqgdebb

26/05/2026

What’s happening Captain Mick?

www.kentishlady.co.uk