Welcome to Clapham Hill

Clapham Hill is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. It is situated on the outskirts of the town of Whitstable and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque views and peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the main attractions in Clapham Hill is the St. Augustine's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a beautiful example of Norman architecture and is known for its stunning stained glass windows. Visitors can also explore the churchyard, which is home to a number of historic graves and monuments.

Another popular attraction in Clapham Hill is the nearby Blean Woods Nature Reserve. The reserve covers over 11 square miles and is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, badgers, and a variety of bird species. Visitors can explore the reserve on foot or by bike, taking in the stunning scenery and enjoying the peace and tranquility of the woodland.

Local Schools

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Joy Lane Primary School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Debra Hines	Joy Lane Whitstable Kent CT5 4LT 01227261430 School Website
St Alphege Church Of England Infant School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mr Liz Thomas-Friend	Oxford Street Whitstable Kent CT5 1DA 01227272977 School Website
The Whitstable School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Anastasia Gibson	Bellevue Road Whitstable Kent CT5 1PX 1227931300 School Website
Whitstable Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Ms Sarah Kent	Oxford Street Whitstable Kent CT5 1DB 01227272385 School Website
Whitstable And Seasalter Endowed Church Of England Junior School Voluntary Aided School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ellen Taylor	High Street Whitstable Kent CT5 1AY 01227273630 School Website
Isp Polar Restart Centre Other Independent Special School Ages:7-16 Head Teacher Mrs Carole Cox	Isp Centre Regent Street Whitstable Kent CT5 1JD 1795523900
Westmeads Community Infant School Community School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mrs Kirsty White	Cromwell Road Whitstable Kent CT5 1NA 01227272995 School Website
St Marys Catholic Primary School Whitstable Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Michele Blunt	Northwood Road Whitstable Kent CT5 2EY 01227272692 School Website
Swalecliffe Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Ben Cooper	Bridgefield Road Swalecliffe Whitstable Kent CT5 2PH 01227272101 School Website
Hernhill Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Alexander	Forstal Hernhill Faversham Kent ME13 9JG 01227751322 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Whitstable Old Bridge Road, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1RB 1.41 Miles

Chestfield & Swalecliffe Thanet Way, Swalecliffe, Kent, CT5 3JB 2.47 Miles

Herne Bay The Circus, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8PJ 4.42 Miles

Canterbury West Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN 4.49 Miles

Canterbury East Station Road East, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2RB 5.04 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Whitstable Taxis 01227 261561 Unit 59/Joseph Wilson Ind Est/Millstrood Rd, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 3PS 1.00 Miles
Abacus Cars 01227 277745 Railway Av, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1LJ 1.27 Miles
Beltinge Airport Services 01227 280055 87 Sydenham St, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1HL 1.49 Miles
Northover Cars Ltd 01227 277367 237 Tankerton Road, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 2AY 2.11 Miles
Longport Taxis 01227 458885 93 Blean Common, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 9JH 2.15 Miles
C J Airport Services 01795 533030 24 Emmerson Gardens, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 2NA 2.48 Miles
Cab It 01227 369526 5 Austin Av, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8BA 3.29 Miles
Coastal Cars Airport Services 01227 370007 15 Wrentham Avenue, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7UU 3.52 Miles
Airways Taxis 01227 498080 160 Greenhill Road, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7RS 3.56 Miles
Central Airports 01227 363666 31 Granville Drive, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7QZ 3.64 Miles

Local Post Boxes

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Joy Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Seasalter Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Estuary View Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Estuary View Medical Centre 25 Boorman Way Whitstable CT5 3SE
Estuary View Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	Estuary View Medical Centre 25 Boorman Way Whitstable CT5 3SE
Estuary View Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Estuary View Medical Centre 25 Boorman Way Whitstable CT5 3SE
Cataract Service At Evmc 01227 284300	Estuary View Medical Cen Boorman Way Whitstable Kent CT5 3SE
Whitstable Medical Practice 01227 284300	Estuary View Medical Cent Boorman Way Whitstable Kent CT5 3SE

Local Stores

Faversham Road
Faversham Road
Seasalter
Whitstable
Kent
CT5 4AX
01227 274483
Store Website
0.96 miles

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SPAR - Harbledown
Harbledown Service Station
A2 Dover Road
Harbledown
Canterbury
CT2 9AZ
01227 764091
Store Website
3.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Whitstable Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Prospect Retail Park Prospects Way Whitstable Kent CT5 3SD Whistable @vets4pets.com Website 0.29 miles

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Whitstable Bay Veterinary Centre
Clapham Hill Whitstable Kent CT5 3DN 01227 264915 Website 0.34 miles

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Animed Veterinary Centre
1 Beresford Road Whitstable Kent CT5 1JP 01227 273005 whitstable@animedvets.com Website 1.33 miles
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Medivet Whitstable
Unit 2 Gladstone House Gladstone Road Whitstable Kent CT5 1AA 01227 939000Whitstable@me Whitstable@medivet.co.uk Website 1.39 miles

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Lady Dane Vets Llp
156-158 Cromwell Road Whitstable Kent CT5 1NA 01227 272213 enquiries@ladydanevets.com Website 1.55 miles
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Ancare Veterinary Surgery
120 Whitstable Road Canterbury Kent CT2 8EG 01227 761023 ancare@btinternet.com 3.98 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Duncan Down
Duncan Down Is An Open, Public, Area To The South West Of Whitstable And Is The Largest Village Green In The United Kingdom. It Is A 21 Hectare (52 Acre) Area Of Grass And Woodland Incorporating Two Ponds And A Brook. The Area Is Maintained By The Friends Of Duncan Down With Assistance From Canterbury City Council And Has Received A Grant From The Lottery Breathing Places Programme. Thanet Way Lancashire 0.35 miles

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Victory Woods
There Is A Small Area To Park Your Car And A Large Open Field For Dogs To Run About. Amazing Views Over The Surrounding Countryside. 3 Denstroude Ln Canterbury Lancashire CT2 9JX 1.56 miles

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Oare Marshes
Lovely Walk Around The Marshes We Walked For 9 Miles Last Sunday, Great Country Views Swale Cottage Uplees Rd Oare Faversham ME13 0QU 6.50 miles

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Kings Wood
Kings Wood Has One Pathed Route From The Car Park. This Walk Is Very Popular With Lots Of Dog Owners, As It Is Very Peaceful And Is Very Big. Hiking Boots Should Be Worn As The Path Is Uneven And There Are Hills To Trek Up At Times, It Can Also Be Very Muddy. Unnamed Road Canterbury Lancashire CT4 8HQ 9.15 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 10.28 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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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 14.25 miles

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