Welcome to Cranbrook

Cranbrook is a small town located in the county of Kent, England. It is situated in the heart of the Weald, a region known for its rolling hills and picturesque countryside. The town has a rich history dating back to the 13th century, and many of its historic buildings and landmarks still stand today. One of the most notable of these is St. Dunstan's Church, a beautiful medieval church that dominates the town's skyline.

In addition to its historic architecture, Cranbrook is also known for its vibrant community and cultural scene. The town is home to a number of festivals and events throughout the year, including the Cranbrook Literature Festival and the Cranbrook Music Festival. There are also a number of local pubs, restaurants, and shops that offer a taste of traditional Kentish life. For those who enjoy the outdoors, Cranbrook is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for hiking, cycling, and other outdoor activities.

Overall, Cranbrook is a charming and picturesque town that offers a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Kent. Whether you're interested in exploring its historic landmarks, enjoying its vibrant community events, or simply taking in the natural beauty of the surrounding countryside, there is something for everyone in this delightful town.

Local Schools

School	Details
Cranbrook School Academy Converter Ages:13-18 Head Teacher Mr Will Chuter	Waterloo Road Cranbrook Kent TN17 3JD 01580711800 School Website
Belle Vue School Other Independent Special School Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mrs Mary Mckeeman	Jockey Lane Cranbrook Kent TN17 3JN 1580854641 School Website
Cranbrook Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Francesca Shaw	Carriers Road Cranbrook Kent TN17 3JZ 01580713249 School Website
Dulwich Prep Cranbrook Other Independent School Ages:2-13 Head Teacher Mr Paul David	Coursehorn Cranbrook Kent TN17 3NP 1580712179 School Website
Sissinghurst Voluntary Aided Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Holman	Common Road Sissinghurst Cranbrook Kent TN17 2BH 01580713895 School Website
Colliers Green Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Josephine Hopkins	Colliers Green Cranbrook Kent TN17 2LR 01580211335 School Website
Benenden School Other Independent School Ages:10-19 Head Teacher Mrs S Price	Cranbrook Road Benenden Cranbrook Kent TN17 4AA 1580240592 School Website
Benenden Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lindsay Roberts	The Green Benenden Cranbrook Kent TN17 4DN 01580240565 School Website
Goudhurst And Kilndown Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lindsay Roberts	Beaman Close Cranbrook Road Goudhurst Cranbrook Kent TN17 1DZ 01580211365 School Website
St Ronan's School Other Independent School Ages:3-13 Head Teacher Mr William Trelawney-Vernon	Water Lane Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5DJ 1580752271 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Staplehurst Station Approach, Staplehurst, Kent, TN12 0QR 5.16 Miles

Marden Church Green Lane, Marden, Kent, TN12 9HS 5.73 Miles

Headcorn Station Road, Headcorn, Kent, TN27 9SD 6.22 Miles

Etchingham Station Road, Etchingham, East Sussex, TN19 7PA 7.21 Miles

Robertsbridge Station Road, Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5DJ 8.29 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
F G K Cars 01580 712299 Unit 6 Hartley Dyke Business Centre, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 3QG 1.34 Miles
Elba Private Hire Ltd 01580 752984 40 Winchester Road, Cranbrook, Kent, TN18 4DQ 3.45 Miles
Richard's Private Care Hire 01622 832252 Widehurst Bungalows, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 9LN 4.41 Miles
M T C Taxis 01622 890003 10 Surrenden Road, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 0LX 4.49 Miles
Clarkes Minibus Hire 01580 292095 4 Woolpack Corner, Ashford, Kent, TN27 8BU 4.68 Miles
L T J Chauffeurs 01580 890483 Manorbier/Marden Rd, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 0PB 4.78 Miles
Gateway Taxis 01892 725727 Brenchley Rd, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 8DN 5.64 Miles
Ticehurst Cabs 01580 200180 Coronation Cottages, Wadhurst, East Sussex, TN5 7LX 5.83 Miles
Ivy Executive 01580 443001 1A Station Road, Etchingham, East Sussex, TN19 7PL 6.24 Miles
Maidstone Taxi Co 01622 890003 Partridges Yard/Monks Hill, Ashford, Kent, TN27 8QJ 6.29 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Old School Surgery 01580 712476	The Old School Surgery Rectory Fields Cranbrook Kent TN17 3JB
The Crane 01580 712260	The Crane Surgery Rectory Fields Cranbrook Kent TN17 3JB
Orchard End 01580 713622	Orchard End Surgery Dorothy Avenue Cranbrook Kent TN17 3AY
Old Parsonage Surgery 01580 211241	Old Parsonage Surgery Balcombes Hill Goudhurst Kent TN17 1AN
Weald View Medical Practice - Hawkhurst 01580 753937	Rye Road Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 4EX

Local Stores

Cranbrook
58 High Street
Cranbrook
Kent
TN17 3DN
01580 714410
Store Website
0.14 miles

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SPAR - Goudhurst
High Street
Goudhurst
Cranbrook
TN17 1AL
01580 213654
Store Website
3.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Cranbrook
Brooksden High Street Cranbrook Kent TN17 3DT 01580 713381 cranbrook@medivet.co.uk Website 0.27 miles

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Lmt Equine Ltd
Walkhurst Farm New Pond Road Benendon Cranbrook Kent TN17 4EN 07717 495535 lauravetchiro@gmail.com Website 2.57 miles

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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Cinque Ports Veterinary Group
Hawkhurst Veterinary Surgery Springfield Cranbrook Road Hawkhurst Kent TN18 5EE 01580 752 187 infohawkhurst@cinqueportsvets.co.uk Website 3.35 miles
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Goudhurst Veterinary Surgery &Amp; Equine Clinic
Goudhurst Veterinary Surgery &Amp; Equine Clinic, Bedgebury Road Goudhurst Cranbrook Kent TN17 2QT 01580 211981 goudhurst@cvsvets.com Website 3.42 miles
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Little Hoppers Animal Hospital Group - Staplehurst
Stable Cottage Rathbond House High Street Staplehurst Kent TN12 0AD 01580 847277 staplehurst@littlehoppersvets.co.uk Website 4.47 miles
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Pattenden Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Segro House Pattenden Lane Marden Kent TN12 9QJ 01622397900 info@pattendenvets.com Website 5.91 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 9.30 miles

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Hayle Park Nature Reserve
A Hidden Gem In Tovil. Maidstone Lancashire ME15 6XL 11.18 miles We Enter This Location Through Caernarvon Drive.

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Mote Park
Nice Open Fields, Good For Picnics, A Play Area For The Kids And A Cafe. Plus A Large Lake To Feed The Ducks, Swans And Geese. Different Walks To Try And Everyone Is Really Friendly Walking Their Dog. 19-35 Mote Ave Lancashire 12.02 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 13.52 miles

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Dene Park
Lovely Forest Walk. Plenty A Different Paths For You To Get Lost In That All Lead Back To The Car Park. Lovely Stream For Them To Play In. Dene Park Lancashire 14.09 miles

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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 14.16 miles

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