Handily placed within a couple of miles of the M20 en route to or from the ferries and Channel Tunnel, and with easy rail access to London. Situated on the outskirts of Hythe, one of the historic Cinque Ports linked together by their undertaking to provide men and ships for the King's service and to protect the south-east from invasion. The town tumbles down the hillside with narrow twisting streets to the old High Street. The wide prom backs a broad beach, with safe bathing and windsurfing. There's pleasant walking along the Royal Military Canal built when Napoleon threatened invasion, and a unique experience to be had on the Romney Hythe and Dymchurch Railway, one-third size and running across Romney Marsh, once the haunt of smugglers. Don't forget your passport - a day in France is easy by Hoverspeed Seacat Catamaran (limited capacity) from Folkestone or by ferry or hovercraft from Dover. Special offers available by car or coach through the Channel Tunnel. (For details contact Channel Tunnel office.)