Are there any car hire companies nearby?

 

Since Hawthorn Farm is in a quiet, rural spot, many guests travelling by train or from overseas to get here find that hiring a car provides the most freedom to explore the "Garden of England" at their own pace. There are several reliable car hire companies nearby:

• Enterprise Rent-A-Car (Canterbury): Located near Canterbury West station. They often offer a "we'll pick you up" service, which is incredibly handy if you've just arrived by train. Phone: 01227 767000

• Kendall Cars (Canterbury): Conveniently located right at Canterbury East Train Station. Phone: 01227 781180

• Practical Car & Van Rental (Canterbury): They offer a "meet and greet" service at both Canterbury East and West stations. Phone: 01303 228216

• Turo: This is a peer-to-peer car-sharing app (similar to Airbnb but for cars). You can often find local hosts in Sandwich or Canterbury who may even be able to deliver the car to Hawthorn Farm for a small fee.
  
  

Pro Tip: If you're planning to hire a car, we recommend booking it to coincide with your train arrival at Canterbury West. It’s the easiest transition point before driving the final 20 minutes to Hawthorn Farm.