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The present terracing, altered in the 18th and 19th centuries, leads down to a fishing lake dating from the time of
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A luxury wellness destination, Chilham Castle stands as a world of its own, serving as a haven for hedonistic wellness and seasonal revelry, where guests are encouraged to leave inhibitions at the door and indulge in the 'art of liberation'.
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