Welcome to Borstal

Borstal is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Medway and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its historic buildings, including the Borstal Manor, which dates back to the 16th century. The village is also home to a number of small businesses, including a post office, a convenience store, and a few local pubs.

One of the main attractions of Borstal is its proximity to the River Medway. The river is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities. The village is also home to a number of walking and cycling trails, which offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The village is also close to a number of other attractions, including the historic city of Rochester and the beautiful Kent Downs.

Despite its small size, Borstal has a strong sense of community. The village is home to a number of local events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas market. The village also has a number of community groups, including a gardening club and a local history society. Overall, Borstal is a charming village with a rich history and a strong sense of community.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 3.2°C

Feels Like: -0.4°C

Wind: 9.2 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Wouldham All Saints Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Carl Fitter	2 School Lane Wouldham Rochester Kent ME1 3TS 01634861434 School Website
Medway Green School Other Independent Special School Ages:5-14 Head Teacher Mr Ben Price	School Lane Wouldham Rochester Kent ME1 3TS 1634968420 School Website
Medway Secure Training Centre Secure Units Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Peter Heaton	Sir Evelyn Road Rochester Kent ME1 3YB 1634823300
Halling Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Lisa Taylor	Howlsmere Close Halling Rochester Kent ME2 1ER 1634240258 School Website
The Thomas Aveling School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Paul Jackson	Arethusa Road Rochester Kent ME1 2UW 01634844809 School Website
Warren Wood Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lucinda Woodroof	Arethusa Road Rochester Kent ME1 2UR 01634401401 School Website
Horsted Infant School Community School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mr Steve Geary	Barberry Avenue Chatham Kent ME5 9TF 01634335400 School Website
Horsted Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Steve Geary	Barberry Avenue Chatham Kent ME5 9TF 01634335400 School Website
The Pilgrim School (A Church Of England Primary With Nursery) Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Mepsted	Warwick Crescent Borstal Rochester Kent ME1 3LF 16343975555 School Website
Rochester Riverside Church Of England Primary School Free Schools Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Mepsted	Temporary Accommodation 2022 -2023 Warwick Crescent C/O The Pilgrim School Rochester Kent ME1 3LF 1634975555 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Cuxton Station Road, Cuxton, Kent, ME2 1AB 1.72 Miles

Snodland High Street, Snodland, Kent, ME6 5AN 1.99 Miles

Halling High Street, Halling, Kent, ME1 1BN 2.61 Miles

Chatham Railway Street, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6PN 2.72 Miles

New Hythe Off New Hythe Lane, New Hythe, Kent, ME20 6XJ 2.79 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Colins Motorcycle Chauffeurs 07831 099559 Rochester, Rochester, Kent, ME2 1NQ 1.30 Miles
Halling Hire 01634 243455 16 Howlsmere Close, Rochester, Kent, ME2 1ER 1.39 Miles
City Way Chauffeurs 07793 160148 237A City Way, Rochester, Kent, ME1 2TL 1.50 Miles
Hws Taxis 01634 515253 Ocean Monarch Cuxton Marina, Rochester, Kent, ME2 1AB 1.71 Miles
C And L Cars 01634 832814 34 Goddings Drive, Rochester, Kent, ME1 3BA 1.80 Miles
S And A Travel 07931 556888 49 Wilson Av, Rochester, Kent, ME1 2RJ 1.84 Miles
Chariot Taxis 01634 672666 Lower Bell Industrial Estate 1 Chatham Road, Chatham, Kent, ME5 9QY 1.87 Miles
British Airport Cars 01634 309660 14 Nickleby Close, Rochester, Kent, ME1 2LE 1.90 Miles
Smart Travel 07831 183029 7 Crossfield Walk, Snodland, Kent, ME6 5SE 1.91 Miles
Smart Minibus Travel 01634 304212 24 Alamein Avenue, Chatham, Kent, ME5 0HZ 1.96 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Ravens Knowle No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wouldham Old Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Scarboro Terrace No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Laker Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Warren Wood Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Peters Village No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sir Evelyn Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Downsview No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ajax Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wake Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Davis Estate Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Lower Halling Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cloisterham Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Howlsmere Close No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Asda No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Medway Secure Training Centre 01634 842691	Sir Evelyn Road Rochester Kent ME1 3YB
Halling Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Halling Medical Centre Ferry Road Halling Rochester ME2 1NP
Riverside Medical Practice 01634 240238	Riverside Medical Prac Ferry Road, Halling Rochester Kent ME2 1NP
West Drive Surgery	West Drive Chatham Kent ME5 9XG
Borstal Village Surgery 01634 408765	Borstal Village Surgery 25 Wouldham Road, Borstal Rochester Kent ME1 3JY

Local Stores

Wouldham - Hall Road
Tolhurst Close
Wouldham
Rochester
Kent
ME1 3AP
01634 957929
Store Website
1.11 miles

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SPAR Chatham
82-86 Silverweed Road
Chatham
ME5 0QX
01634 863545
Store Website
1.9 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Companion Care (Chatham) Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Horsted Retail Park Chatham Kent ME5 9SQ 01634 560660 chatham@companioncare.co.uk Website 1.27 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Warren House Veterinary Group - Rochester Surgery
Anchor Road Rochester Kent ME1 2PR 01634 815555 Rochesterinfo@warrenhousevets.co.uk Website 1.58 miles
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After 7.15pm emergency calls should be made to 01634 780073
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After 7.15pm emergency calls should be made to 01634 780073
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After 7.15pm emergency calls should be made to 01634 780073
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After 7.15pm emergency calls should be made to 01634 780073
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After 7.15pm emergency calls should be made to 01634 780073
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After 4.30pm emergency calls should be made to 01634 780073
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After 7.15pm emergency calls should be made to 01634 780073

Warren House
Warren House Anchor Road Rochester Kent ME1 2PR 07595 189017 anthonypiercy7@gmail.com 1.58 miles

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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Warren House Veterinary Group - Walderslade Surgery
96 Walderslade Road Chatham Kent ME5 0LL 01634 684440 waldersladerecep@warrenhousevets.co.uk Website 1.91 miles
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Rspca Medway West Branch
The Parsons Memorial Clinic 174 Walderslade Road Chatham Kent ME5 0PQ 01634 681187 rspcamedway@hotmail.co.uk Website 1.99 miles
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Manor Veterinary Centre
10 Manor Road Chatham Kent ME4 6AG 01634 407777 manorvets@hotmail.com 2.87 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Capstone Farm Country Park
A Local Council Owned Country Park, Between Chatham And Gillingham, With Free Parking, Cafe, Toikets, And Play Areas For Children. Set Out Across An Extensive Countryside, With Paths For Walking, Running, Cycling, There Are Large Meadows, A Lake, Picnic Areas, And Very Good Signage And Information Panels. 343 Capstone Rd Gillingham ME7 3JE 3.47 miles What3word Location Of Car Park Entrance: Quilt.Skirt.Worksheet Coordinates: 51°21'32?N 0°33'15?E

Location what3words suave.meant.flitting

Cobtree Manor Park
Really Nice Walk For The Dogs. There Is A Refreshment Area / Cafe For A Cup Of Tea Or A Bacon Sandwich On A Sunday Morning. Currently They Are Building A Purpose Built Cafe For This. Also There Is A Big Wooden Playground With Climbing Frames, Slides, Swings. Free Parking. Really Nice People Walking There Dog And Everyone Is Really Friendly. Endeavour House 259 Forstal Rd Aylesford Lancashire ME20 7AQ 3.68 miles

Location what3words pigs.ahead.ratty

Shorne Woods Country Park
Nice Place To Walk The Dog, On And Off The Lead. Lots Of Variations Of Routes. They Do Seasonal Treasure Hunts With The Children, At Easter, Halloween Etc. There's A Cafe For A Cup Of Tea, Cake Etc. Plus A Gift Shop. There's A Big Play Area For Little Kids And Big Kids. Total Mixture. Brewers Rd Shorne Gravesend DA12 3HX 4.34 miles

Location what3words humble.united.hardly

Jeskyns Country Park
A Very Dog- Friendly Walk With Clear Paths And Different Routes To Follow. Well Sign-Posted For On-Lead And Off-Lead Areas, There Is An Area For Dog Agility And An Enclosed Area For Dog Training. There Is A Bridle Path That Runs Through The Park Too. Henhurst Rd 5.14 miles

Location what3words clap.discrepancy.runner

Camer Park
Large Field Like Walk Once You Get Through The Woody Entrance The Park Opens Right Up With Plenty Of Room For The Bouncy Pups And The Calm Pooches! Wrotham Rd Meopham Gravesend DA13 0AB 5.26 miles

Location what3words record.wacky.topped

Jeskyns Country Park Gravesend
Jeskyns Is A Dog Walk For Both Dogs And Families, There Is A Dog Pond For Swimming Dogs, Aswell As Off Lead Areas, On Lead Areas And Two Inclosed Areas If Your Dog Does Not Recall. Henhurst Rd Gravesend DA12 3AN 5.43 miles Henhurst Rd, Cobham Da12 3An

Location what3words shakes.panic.organ

Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	6.9°C	6.1°C	4.7°C	3.4°C	2.4°C	2.7°C	5°C	8.6°C	10.8°C	5.4°C	2.1°C	2.4°C

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Feels Like	-1.1°C	-0.6°C	-0.2°C	-1.1°C	-2.1°C	-1.9°C	-0.5°C	3.3°C	4.8°C	3.2°C	2.4°C	0.3°C

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