Welcome to Royal Military Canal

The Royal Military Canal is a historic waterway that runs through the heart of Kent, England. Built in the early 19th century as a defensive measure against the threat of invasion from France, the canal stretches for 28 miles from Seabrook near Folkestone to Cliff End near Hastings. Today, the canal is a popular destination for walkers, cyclists, and nature lovers, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside and a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

The Royal Military Canal is not just a scenic attraction, but also an important part of Kent's history. The canal was constructed between 1804 and 1809 as part of a network of defences designed to protect the south coast of England from a possible French invasion. The canal was built by thousands of soldiers and civilian labourers, and was designed to be a barrier against enemy troops and a means of transporting troops and supplies. Although the canal was never used for its intended purpose, it remains a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the people who built it.

Today, the Royal Military Canal is a popular destination for visitors to Kent. The canal offers a range of activities, including walking, cycling, fishing, and boating. The canal is also home to a variety of wildlife, including otters, kingfishers, and herons. Visitors can explore the canal on foot or by bike, taking in the stunning views of the surrounding countryside and the historic buildings that line the canal. Whether you're a history buff, a nature lover, or just looking for a peaceful escape, the Royal Military Canal is a must-see destination in Kent.

Local Weather

Patchy rain nearby

Temp: 5°C

Feels Like: 1.3°C

Wind: 11.2 MPH

Wind Dir: ESE

Local Schools

School	Details
Hamstreet Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Glancy	Hamstreet Ashford Kent TN26 2EA 01233732577 School Website
Brenzett Church Of England Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Charlotte Barnden	Straight Lane Brenzett Romney Marsh Kent TN29 9UA 1797344335 School Website
Woodchurch Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Kelly Burlton	Bethersden Road Woodchurch Ashford Kent TN26 3QJ 01233860232 School Website
Brookland Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Martin Hacker	Brookland High Street Romney Marsh Kent TN29 9QR 01797344317 School Website
Wittersham Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs George Hawkins	The Street Wittersham Tenterden Kent TN30 7EA 01797270329 School Website
Furley Park Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Emma Collip	Reed Crescent Park Farm Kingsnorth Ashford Kent TN23 3PA 01233501732 School Website
Kingsnorth Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Iain Witts	Church Hill Kingsnorth Ashford Kent TN23 3EF 01233622673 School Website
Tenterden Infant School Academy Converter Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mrs Tina Mcintosh	Recreation Ground Road Tenterden Kent TN30 6RA 1580762086 School Website
Tenterden Church Of England Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Tina Mcintosh	Recreation Ground Road Tenterden Kent TN30 6RA 1580763717 School Website
Homewood School And Sixth Form Centre Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Jeremy Single	Ashford Road Tenterden Kent TN30 6LT 01580764222 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Appledore Station Road, Appledore, Kent, TN26 2DG 0.82 Miles

Ham Street Station Approach, Ashford Road, Ham Street, Kent, TN26 2DU 2.34 Miles

Rye (Sussex) Station Approach, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7AB 7.34 Miles

Ashford International Station Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 1EZ 7.38 Miles

Pluckley Station Road, Pluckley, Kent, TN27 0RT 8.36 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Skyfleet Car Leasing 01233 730260 Capital House, Ashford, Kent, TN26 2LF 1.14 Miles
Acorn Executive Cars 01233 730907 26 Molloy Road, Ashford, Kent, TN26 1HS 4.44 Miles
Kent Limousine Hire 0845 675 0694 Ashofrd Road, Ashford, Kent, TN26 1NJ 4.69 Miles
United Taxis 01233 666999 Woodacre, Ashford, Kent, TN25 7JB 5.21 Miles
T And P Cars 01233 501007 28 Kestrel Close, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3RB 5.54 Miles
Taxi Ashford 01233 501007 Kestrel Close, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3RB 5.54 Miles
Ashford Taxis 01233 885102 28 Kestrel Close, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3RB 5.54 Miles
Academy Cars 01233 500464 11 Snowbell Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3NF 5.78 Miles
Apt - Ashford Private Transfers 01233 500464 11 Snowbell Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3NF 5.78 Miles
Network Executive Cars 01233 333437 54 Smithy Drive, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3NS 5.91 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Appledore Station No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kenardington No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Heathside No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Appledore Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Appledore School No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Snargate No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hamstreet Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Ruckinge Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Snave No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stonebridge No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brenzett Old Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Crown No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodchurch Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Hamstreet Surgery 01233 730190	The Surgery Ruckinge Rd, Hamstreet Ashford Kent TN26 2NJ
Woodchurch Surgery 01233 860236	The Surgery Front Road Woodchurch,Ashford Kent TN26 3SF
Brookland Branch Surgery	Brookland Village Hall Boarmans Lane Brookland Romney Marsh Kent TN29 9RG
Kingsnorth Medical Practice 01233 610140	Kingsnorth Medical Pract. Ashford Road, Kingsnorth Ashford Kent TN23 3ED
Ivy Court Surgery 01580 763666	Ivy Court Surgery Recreation Ground Road Tenterden Kent TN30 6RB

Local Stores

Brookfield
The Old Community Centre
Brookfield Court
Ashford
Kent
TN23 5ER
01233 664701
shop.6728@coop.co.uk
Store Website
6.79 miles

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SPAR - Bridgefield Mini Market
Unit 1
Ryeland Way
Ashford
TN25 7FU
01233 340513
Store Website
5.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Heronden Veterinary Practice
Unit 3, Pickhill Business Centre Smallhythe Road Tenterden Kent TN30 7LZ 01580 762030 info@herondenvets.co.uk Website 5.35 miles

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Vets Now (Ashford)
C/O Cinque Vet Centre Ashford Road Kings North Ashford Kent TN23 3EN 01232 879913 ashfordclinic@vets-now.com Website 5.49 miles

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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Cinque Ports Veterinary Group
Tenterden Veterinary Surgery Highlands Ashford Road Tenterden Kent TN30 6LX 01580 763 309 tenterden@cinqueportsvets.co.uk Website 5.70 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Cinque Ports Veterinary Group Ltd
Cinque Ports Veterinary Hosp- Kingsnorth Ashford Road Kingsnorth Ashford Kent TN23 3EA 01233 640 022 kingsnorth@cinqueportsvets.co.uk Website 5.96 miles
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A - Z Animal Care
Ripleys Garden Centre Ashfod Road Bethersden Ashford Kent TN26 3LF 01233 822411 emma@a-zanimalcare.co.uk Website 6.09 miles
Amenities Vaccination clinic only
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Oaklands
Sandy Lane Great Chart Ashford Kent TN26 1JN 07552 409390 chirovetkentltd@gmail.com Website 6.36 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Rye Harbor
Wills Cottages Rye TN31 7TT 7.74 miles Park By The Martello Tower. From The East, Rye Is 20 Miles From Ashford Along The A259; From The West We&Amp;#39;Re Just A Short Trip (14 Miles) From Hastings, Again Along The A259. From Central London Follow The M20 To Ashford, Then Take Thea259 To Rye.

Location what3words toned.springing.lodge

Hothfield Common
This Managed, Ancient, Heath Is Popular With Dog Walkers From Nearby Villages. There Are Several Areas, All Separately Fenced Off With Plenty Of Gates Allowing Access. Sheep Are To Be Found Grazing In The Wet Meadow And There Is A Herd Of Around 22 Highland Cattle That Are Moved From One Area To Another On A Regular Basis. Maps, One In The Car Park And Another In The Main Heathland Area Are Updated To Show Where The Cattle Are Currently Grazing - These Areas Can Be Easily Avoided Once You Know The Layout Of The Common If You Are Reluctant To Meet Up With Them. Cades Rd 9.17 miles

Location what3words grades.bandaged.humans

Canal Hythe Port Lympne
Starting At The Car Park In West Hythe Follow The Royal Military Canal Path West, After About 1Km (You Will Be Running Parallel With Port Lympne Zoo), There Is A Footpath On The Right That Takes You Up Through The Park. W Hythe Rd West Hythe Hythe CT21 4NT 9.57 miles The Carpark Is On The North Side Of The Canal Off The West Hythe Road.

Location what3words ferrying.courier.rides

Dering Woods
A Lovely Easy Walk, This Wood Is Part Of The Woodland Trust, So The Paths Are Kept Clear All Year Round. It Can Get Quite Muddy During The Winter Months, Also There Are Active Bridal Ways So You May Occasionally Bump Into The Odd Horse Here And There. Lots Of Local People Use The Woods As Their Local Walking Spot So Lots Of Dogs Will Be There! Smarden Bell Rd Smarden 9.76 miles

Location what3words relished.steer.kilt

Hythe Canal
Free Parking At Botolphs Bridge In West Hythe. The Canal Path Runs Left And Right From Here. Flat And Level Walk Where Dogs Can Run Off Lead Either On A Path Or Up On A Grassy Bank. Dogs Can Swim At Points Along The Canal. The Tow Path Is Popular With Cyclists And Horses But The Grassy Top Is Reserved For Bikers And Dogs Only. Beautiful Scenery And Even A Chance To See Wild African Animals As The Route Passes The Plains Of Port Lympne Safari Park- Who Knew There Were Zebras And Giraffes Roaming Free In Kent! Lots Of Picnic Areas On Route, But No Toilet Or Refreshments On Route, Although Pubs Nearby Are Dog Friendly 27-45 Burmarsh Rd 10.26 miles

Location what3words observer.televise.acre

Rye Harbour East Sussex
This 6.9 Mile Walk Started And Finished At Winchelsea Beach In East Sussex (Grid Reference Tq 911155) Taking In Rye Harbour And The Nature Reserve. It Can Easily Be Shortened To Suit Your Needs And Is Almost Totally Flat. It Includes The Baron Shingle Spit, Entrance To Rye Harbour, Ww2 Gun Shelter, Tragic Lifeboat Story, A Martello Tower And The Nature Reserve. It Can Be Adapted To Make It Wheelchair Accessible. Pett Level Rd Winchelsea Lancashire TN36 4NG 10.33 miles Grid Reference Tq 911155

Location what3words helpers.tortoises.soak

Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-25.1°C	-26°C	-27.2°C	-28.4°C	-28.7°C	-25.1°C	-22.1°C	-19.8°C	-16.9°C	-15.9°C	-19°C	-20.1°C

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Feels Like	-19.3°C	-17.5°C	-15.7°C	-14.5°C	-14°C	-12.8°C	-9.1°C	-6.6°C	-6.2°C	-7.5°C	-10.8°C	-13.5°C

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Temp	-10.5°C	-11.4°C	-12°C	-12.4°C	-9.9°C	-5.9°C	-1.4°C	1.4°C	1.5°C	-0.6°C	-2.1°C	-6.5°C
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