All Saints Church — Attraction in Maidstone

I have sung many times in All Saints, Maidstone as a member of Maidstone Choral Union. It is the main church for the county town of Kent and full of history. Yesterday I was privileged to take part in a carol service of remembrance held by the Dignity group to honour all those who died in the previous year. Seating is traditional wooden pews which can be uncomfortable after a time and there are just two unisex toilets in a separate building across the church yard. Hot drinks are served from the kitchenette at the back of the church. It is beautifully situated on the River Medway between the ancient Archbishop's Palace and Collegiate buildings and opposite the Tyrwhitt Drake...

Very impressive historic church situated above the River Medway. The current building dates back to 1395 and is constructed from Kentish Ragstone. Extensive restoration took place at the end of the 19th century. The ceilings, ornate screens and striking wall paintings in the chancel date from this period, and were awaiting restoration at the time of my visit. Along with the striking stained glass windows and imposing Gothic architecture, these features set the church apart and make it well worth a visit if you're in the...

I had the priveledge of attending a wedding here and immediately fell in love with its beauty and tranquility. The surroundings are beautiful especially being near the river, but the building is beautiful on the inside and out. I could have sat in there all day abosorbing the peace and looking at the beautiful stained windows and pictures. An unexpected treasure in the middle of busy Maidstone.....simply a...