Welcome to Bilsington

Bilsington is a small village located in the Ashford district of Kent, England. The village is situated on the Romney Marsh, which is a flat, low-lying area that is known for its unique landscape and wildlife. Bilsington is a quiet and peaceful village that is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and birdwatching.

One of the main attractions in Bilsington is the St. Peter and St. Paul Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade I listed building and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and impressive architecture. Another popular attraction in the village is the Bilsington Priory, which was founded in the 13th century and is now a private residence. The priory is surrounded by beautiful gardens and is a popular location for weddings and other events.

Bilsington is also home to a number of small businesses, including a village shop, a pub, and a farm shop. The village is well-connected to the surrounding areas, with good transport links to Ashford and other nearby towns and villages. Overall, Bilsington is a charming and picturesque village that offers a peaceful and relaxing lifestyle for its residents.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 2.4°C

Feels Like: -1.5°C

Wind: 9.4 MPH

Wind Dir: NW

Local Schools

School Details
Aldington Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Mrs Sandra Maccourt And Mr Ben Dawson.
Roman Road
Aldington
Ashford
Kent
TN25 7EE
01233720247
School Website
Hamstreet Primary Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Helen Glancy
Hamstreet
Ashford
Kent
TN26 2EA
01233732577
School Website
Mersham Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Cheryl Chalkley
Church Road
Mersham
Ashford
Kent
TN25 6NU
01233720449
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
Caldecott Foundation School
Non-Maintained Special School
Ages:5-18
Head Teacher
Miss Stacey Mcshane
Station Road
Smeeth
Ashford
Kent
TN25 6PW
1303815685
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
East Stour Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs E Law
Earlsworth Road
South Willesborough
Ashford
Kent
TN24 0DW
1233630820
School Website
Smeeth Community Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Jennifer Payne
Caroland Close
Smeeth
Ashford
Kent
TN25 6RX
01303813128
School Website
The John Wallis Church Of England Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-19
Head Teacher
Mr Damian Mcbeath
Millbank Road
Kingsnorth
Ashford
Kent
TN23 3HG
01233623465
School Website
Willesborough Junior School
Foundation School
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Fran Rusbridge
Highfield Road
Willesborough
Ashford
Kent
TN24 0JU
01233620405
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Ham Street
Station Approach, Ashford Road, Ham Street, Kent, TN26 2DU
2.54 Miles
Appledore
Station Road, Appledore, Kent, TN26 2DG
4.91 Miles
Ashford International
Station Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 1EZ
5.10 Miles
Westenhanger
Stone Street, Westenhanger, Kent, TN25 6DE
5.75 Miles
Sandling
Off Sandling Road, Sandling, Kent, CT21 4HH
6.75 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
United Taxis
01233 666999
Woodacre, Ashford, Kent, TN25 7JB
2.05 Miles
Ashford Taxis
01233 885102
28 Kestrel Close, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3RB
3.40 Miles
T And P Cars
01233 501007
28 Kestrel Close, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3RB
3.40 Miles
Taxi Ashford
01233 501007
Kestrel Close, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3RB
3.40 Miles
Kent Limousine Hire
0845 675 0694
Ashofrd Road, Ashford, Kent, TN26 1NJ
3.41 Miles
Network Executive Cars
01233 333437
54 Smithy Drive, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3NS
3.69 Miles
Academy Cars
01233 500464
11 Snowbell Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3NF
3.73 Miles
Apt - Ashford Private Transfers
01233 500464
11 Snowbell Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3NF
3.73 Miles
Blue Line Taxis
01233 666123
The New Ashford Market/Monument Way/Orbital Pk, Ashford, Kent, TN24 0HB
3.83 Miles
Blue Line Taxi
01233 638638
K P C Business Centre/Canterbury Rd, Ashford, Kent, TN24 0BP
4.05 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Bilsington
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Pinn Villa
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Ruckinge Old Post Office
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Bonnington
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Stone Cross
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Aldington Frith
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Giggers Green
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Aldington Post Office
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Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Aldington Corner
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Newchurch
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Knoll Hill
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Ruffins Hill
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Ruckinge Crossing
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Broadoak
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Ruckinge Road
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Hamstreet Surgery
01233 730190
The Surgery
Ruckinge Rd, Hamstreet
Ashford
Kent
TN26 2NJ
B&H Intermediate Care Service
0300 5550104
Ic24 Ltd, Kingston House
The Long Barrow
Ashford
Kent
TN24 0GP
Kingsnorth Medical Practice
01233 610140
Kingsnorth Medical Pract.
Ashford Road, Kingsnorth
Ashford
Kent
TN23 3ED
Ashford Medical Partnership
01233 621626
Willesborough Health Ctr.
Bentley Rd, Willesborough
Ashford
Kent
TN24 0HZ
Sellindge Surgery
01303 812180
The Surgery
Main Road, Sellindge
Ashford
Kent
TN25 6JX
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Local Stores

Sellindge
Main Road
Sellindge
Ashford
Kent
TN25 6JA
01303 812801
Store Website
4.63 miles
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SPAR - Bridgefield Mini Market
Unit 1
Ryeland Way
Ashford
TN25 7FU
01233 340513
Store Website
3.2 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Evegate - Montgomery Veterinary Clinic
Evegate Business Park
Station Road
Smeth
Ashford
Kent
TN25 6SX
01303 813756
evegate@medivet.co.uk
Website
3.35 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
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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
3.89 miles
Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

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Westpoint Farm Vets, Ashford
Unit 11
St John'S Court
Sevington Business Park
Ashford
Kent
TN24 0SJ
4.07 miles
Animals Treated
Cattle

Deer

Pigs

Poultry

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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
4.10 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Small Mammals

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Companion Care (Ashford) Ltd
Inside Pets At Home
Gallagher Retail Park
Norman Road
Ashford
Kent
TN23 7DH
01233 641 003
ashford@companioncare.co.uk
Website
4.62 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Medivet Willesborough - Peter Edgar Vets
20 Kennington Road
Willesborough
Ashford
Kent
TN24 0NR
01233 610610
willesborough@medivet.co.uk
Website
4.91 miles
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Birds

Cats

Dogs

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Local Dog Walks

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
5.28 miles

The Carpark Is On The North Side Of The Canal Off The West Hythe Road.
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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
6.02 miles

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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
8.18 miles

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West Hythe Canal
Lazy Afternoon Walk Route. We Walked To Hythe High Street And Went To A Dog Friendly Pub For Dinner Which Was Lovely! There Are A Number Of Dog Friendly Pubs In The Area.
3 Seabrook Grove
Hythe
CT21 5QZ
8.87 miles

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North Downs Way
Following A Wooded Walk From Elham Valley Railway Towards Folkestone
1 Peene Cottages
9.32 miles

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Kings Wood
An Ancient, Woodland Site, King’S Wood Offers An Excellent Forest Walk Through Vast And Beautiful Woodland.
Lancashire
TN25 4AR
10.01 miles

King’S Wood Is Easily Accessible From The M20 At Ashford. Leave The Motorway At Junction 9, Signposted To Ashford, Faversham. At The First Roundabout, Turn Left For Faversham A251. Continue Through To A T-Junction With The A251. Turn Left, Toward Challock. Continue On The Road For Around 3-Miles, Before Taking A Sharp Right Turn To White Hill, Just Before The Sign To Challock.
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