Shopping and Entertainment
Ashford
has a diverse range of shopping and entertainment
facilities for all ages and tastes. The combination of town centre
fun and countryside charm means that Ashford borough really does
have something for everyone.
As a Kentish market town, Ashford has a rich mix of
national and independent retailers with two shopping centres - Park
Mall and County Square - and many untis on High
Street. The nearby Ashford Designer Outlet, and larger stores
such as T K Maxx, Matalan and Argos outside the town centre,
complete the offer and present a fantastic day of retail
therapy.
Ashford is also served by several major supermarket chains,
including Waitrose, Sainsburys, Tesco, Asda, and Lidl.
Tenterden also offers a fantastic shopping experience as well as
a host of fine eateries. Browse for fine antiques, hunt out quality
bric-a-brac or find that unusual curio. Spend a leisurely day
visiting Tenterden's host of specialist shops and antique
rooms.
Visit our Parking and
Shopmobility
webpage for information on accessing Ashford town centre. You can
also access the Ashford
Town Centre Shopping Guide produced by Ashford Town Centre
Partnership.
County Square Shopping Centre
The County Square shopping centre is now nearly twice its
original size and home to fantastic new fashion retailers including
Debenhams, Next, H&M, River Island, and New Look -
revitalising the shopping experience in the town. Debenhams, the
flagship department store, occupies the key corner site within
the newly extended centre. For more information visit the County Square Shopping
Centre website or telephone 01233 634001.
Ashford Designer Outlet
Opened in March 2000, Ashford Designer Outlet was designed by
Millennium Dome and Pompidou Centre architect, Lord Richard Rogers.
The award-winning shopping centre houses over 70 designer and high
street brands offering permanent discounts of up to 50%. Brands
include Next Clearance, Marks and Spencer Outlet, Gap Outlet,
Toshiba and Nike Factory Store.
To make your visit easy and comfortable, there is a wide range
of amenities – including a customer information desk, special needs
services, cafés, food court, a children’s play area, baby-changing
rooms and ample parking. For more details and special offers,
please visit the Ashford Designer Outlet
website or call 01233 895900.
Park Mall Shopping Centre
Situated right in the centre of town, with easy access and
parking, Park Mall offers great variety and choice, from fashion to
footwear, as well as homeware and independent traders. During
the year there are a number of great events at the centre, such as
a talent competition and fashion show, to a Christmas light
switch-on show and grotto where you can visit Santa Claus. For more
information visit the Park Mall Shopping Centre
website or telephone 01233 630811.
Bowling
You will find a modern and thriving bowling alley right in the
centre of Ashford. With 18 fully computerised lanes, it is an
ideal venue for birthday parties as well as corporate events, and
also offers the following:
- Fully licensed bar
- Meals available
- American Pool
- Games Arcade
- Lane host service
- Parties for any occasion
- Special Christmas packages
For information including opening times and bookings visit
the AMF Bowling website.
Cineworld
Fancy catching up with the latest films? Ashford has its
own multiplex cinema with 12 screens ensuring a good mix of films
including the latest offerings.
Situated just off junction 9 of the M20 motorway, there is
parking for around 600 cars, as well as a variety of places to eat
including Pizza Hut, Frankie and Bennys, Burger King and KFC.
For listings and further information, visit the Cineworld website.
This webpage was updated on
11/18/2011