From stunning scenery to glorious gardens, west Kent has it all.

If you want to blow away those election cobwebs on polling day, head for the wonderful Weald with its picturesque places and stylish surroundings.

Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest near Goudhurst is ideal for cycling, walking, running and riding, all set in one of the world’s finest conifer collections.

With its walks and picnic spots, Bedgebury offers something for everyone, plus a recently opened café open every day from 8.30am, the Forestry Commission site also has cycling routes and equipment for those looking for a more lively way to let off steam. For details visit

http://www.forestry.gov.uk/bedgebury

Poet and writer Vita Sackville-West began transforming Sissinghurst Castle in the 1930s with her author husband, Harold Nicolson. Now the castle garden is a National Trust mecca for garden fans and the castle has a fascinating history, which includes having been a home for the women’s land army and a family home.

The 450-acre site is open from 11am to 5.30pm on Thursday. For more details visit http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sissinghurst-castle-garden/visitor-information/%20/

Round your Weald-filled day off with a visit to the Kino Cinema in Hawkhurst, which has an exclusive feel and regular showings. On polling day, you can catch Kate Winslet and Alan Rickman in A Little Chaos, showing at 8.45pm. To book, visit https://www.kinodigital.co.uk/films