Welcome to Dingleden

Dingleden is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. It is situated in the Weald of Kent, which is an area of rolling hills and woodland. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it a popular destination for walkers and hikers. The village itself is small, with a population of just over 200 people. It has a church, a pub, and a village hall, which is used for community events.

The history of Dingleden can be traced back to the 12th century when it was known as Dingleyden. The village was originally a farming community, and many of the buildings in the village date back to the 16th and 17th centuries. The church of St. Peter and St. Paul is a Grade II listed building and dates back to the 13th century. It is a beautiful example of medieval architecture and is well worth a visit.

Today, Dingleden is a peaceful and picturesque village that offers a glimpse into rural life in Kent. It is a popular destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the tranquillity of the countryside. The village is surrounded by beautiful woodland and rolling hills, making it the perfect place for a leisurely walk or hike. Whether you are looking to explore the history of the village or simply enjoy the natural beauty of the area, Dingleden is a wonderful place to visit.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 10.1°C

Feels Like: 7°C

Wind: 15.9 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
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
Sandhurst Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Amanda Norman	Rye Road Sandhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5JE 01580850288 School Website
Rolvenden Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Tina Mcintosh	Hastings Road Rolvenden Cranbrook Kent TN17 4LS 1580241444 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
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
Hawkhurst Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jodi Hacker	Fowlers Park Rye Road Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 4JJ 01580753254 School Website
Dulwich Prep Cranbrook Other Independent School Ages:2-13 Head Teacher Mr Paul David	Coursehorn Cranbrook Kent TN17 3NP 1580712179 School Website
Bodiam Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Cherane Marshall	Bodiam Robertsbridge East Sussex TN32 5UH 01580830342 School Website
Marlborough House School Other Independent School Ages:2-13 Head Teacher Mr Eddy Newton	Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 4PY 1580753555 School Website
Northiam Church Of England Primary School And Nursery Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julia Bray	Main Street Northiam Rye East Sussex TN31 6NB 1797252141 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Robertsbridge Station Road, Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5DJ 6.83 Miles

Etchingham Station Road, Etchingham, East Sussex, TN19 7PA 6.88 Miles

Headcorn Station Road, Headcorn, Kent, TN27 9SD 8.35 Miles

Staplehurst Station Approach, Staplehurst, Kent, TN12 0QR 8.68 Miles

Doleham Doleham Lane, Doleham, East Sussex, TN35 4LY 8.99 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Elba Private Hire Ltd 01580 752984 40 Winchester Road, Cranbrook, Kent, TN18 4DQ 3.45 Miles
F G K Cars 01580 712299 Unit 6 Hartley Dyke Business Centre, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 3QG 4.23 Miles
Clarkes Minibus Hire 01580 292095 4 Woolpack Corner, Ashford, Kent, TN27 8BU 4.56 Miles
Limo Hire Sussex Kent 0800 644 1593 30 Henley Meadows, Tenterden, Kent, TN30 6EN 4.94 Miles
Ivy Executive 01580 443001 1A Station Road, Etchingham, East Sussex, TN19 7PL 5.67 Miles
Country Cars Peasmarsh 01797 230063 Sharvels Farm House, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 6YG 6.31 Miles
Davids Taxi 01797 230388 Wickets/Main St, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 6SY 6.69 Miles
Tollgate Taxis 01797 230630 40 The Maltings, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 6ST 6.78 Miles
Castle Cars 07804 231164 40 The Maltings, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 6ST 6.78 Miles
Robertsbridge Cars 01580 880988 Langham Rd, Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5DT 6.98 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Standen Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Iden Green Old Post Office Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beacon Hill Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Village Hall Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
West Cross Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Benenden Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Linkhill Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Scullsgate Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ringle Green Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sandhurst Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Rolvenden Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Maplesden Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Mount Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gybbons Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Field Green Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Weald View Medical Practice - Hawkhurst 01580 753937	Rye Road Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 4EX
Weald View Medical Practice-Talbot Road	Wish Valley Talbot Road Hawkhurst Cranbrook TN18 4NB
Orchard End 01580 713622	Orchard End Surgery Dorothy Avenue Cranbrook Kent TN17 3AY
Northiam Surgery 01797 252140	The Surgery Main Street, Northiam Rye East Sussex TN31 6ND
Old School Surgery 01580 712476	The Old School Surgery Rectory Fields Cranbrook Kent TN17 3JB

Local Stores

Cranbrook
High Street
Cranbrook
Kent
TN17 3DQ
01580 714366
Store Website
4.10 miles

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SPAR - Planters A21 Hurst Green
Orchard Farm
London Road
Hurst Green
TN19 7QS
01580 860959
Store Website
5.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Lmt Equine Ltd
Walkhurst Farm New Pond Road Benendon Cranbrook Kent TN17 4EN 07717 495535 lauravetchiro@gmail.com Website 1.95 miles

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Rw Equine Vet
Egmont Farm Coppards Lane Northiam Rye East Sussex TN31 6QS 01797 334300 office@rwequinevet.co.uk Website 3.06 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 3.57 miles
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Medivet Cranbrook
Brooksden High Street Cranbrook Kent TN17 3DT 01580 713381 cranbrook@medivet.co.uk Website 4.17 miles

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Badgers Oak Veterinary Clinic
Badgers Oak Hastings Road Northiam Rye East Sussex TN31 6NH 01797 252321 badgersoakvets@gmail.com Website 4.31 miles
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Heronden Veterinary Practice
Unit 3, Pickhill Business Centre Smallhythe Road Tenterden Kent TN30 7LZ 01580 762030 info@herondenvets.co.uk Website 4.58 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 10.09 miles

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Rye Harbor
Wills Cottages Rye TN31 7TT 10.76 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.

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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 11.19 miles Grid Reference Tq 911155

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Pett Level Beach
Pett Level Beach Is Amazing. There Is Ample Free Parking Along The Entire Length Of The Beach. Check Out The Tide Times Before You Go As It’S At Its Best During Low Tide, Where Miles Of Sandbanks Are Exposed. There Are A Few Muddy Clay Areas That Are Best Avoided, But Can Easily Be Washed Off In The Sea. 5 Pett Level Rd Hastings TN35 4EH 11.79 miles Park By The Road And Walk Over The Sea Defence

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Country Park Barley Lane
If You Park At Barley Lane Car Park (Fee £1.00 All Day), There Are A Choice Of Three Paths Into The Country Park. If You Go East You Can Walk Back Into Hastings Toward The Castle And Tea Shop. West Takes You Toward, Fairlights. Wooded Areas And Sea Views. There Are Some Quite Steep Trails But You Can Keep To The Flatter Areas. 93 Barley Ln Hastings TN35 5NT 12.82 miles Barley Lane

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Alexandra Park
There Is Free Parking Along St Helen's Road. A Well Laid Out And Interesting Park, Lots Of Water Fowl; Grey Herons, Ducks, Coots. To Make This A Longer Walk There Are Wooded Areas West Of The Fenced Off Part Of The Park. Pretty Busy During Summer Months. 8 Lower Park Rd Hastings TN34 2LB 12.83 miles

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Weather Forecast

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-13.3°C	-14.2°C	-14.9°C	-15.4°C	-15.5°C	-14°C	-11.6°C	-9.5°C	-8°C	-7.2°C	-8.2°C	-9.5°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22.9°C	-23.5°C	-23.1°C	-23°C	-21.9°C	-17.6°C	-14.3°C	-11.1°C	-10.1°C	-12.2°C	-14.8°C

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	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Overcast
Temp	-9.5°C	-8.4°C	-7.4°C	-6.6°C	-5.2°C	-2.6°C	0.9°C	3.6°C	4.1°C	2.6°C	0.6°C	-4.8°C
Feels Like	-15.3°C	-14.7°C	-14°C	-13.5°C	-12.3°C	-9.3°C	-4.8°C	-1.1°C	-0.1°C	-1.2°C	-3.2°C	-9.5°C

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Temp	-1.6°C	-1.5°C	-2°C	-2.3°C	-1.2°C	1°C	3.5°C	5.1°C	4.9°C	3.5°C	5.8°C	2.9°C
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