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

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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
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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
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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
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Standen
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Iden Green Old Post Office
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Beacon Hill
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Village Hall
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West Cross
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Benenden Post Office
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Priority Mailbox:
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Linkhill
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Scullsgate
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Ringle Green
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Sandhurst Post Office
No More Collections Today
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Rolvenden Post Office
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Maplesden
No More Collections Today
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The Mount
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Gybbons Road
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Field Green
No More Collections Today
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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
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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
Animals Treated
Equines

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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
Animals Treated
Camelids

Equines

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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
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Small Mammals

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Medivet Cranbrook
Brooksden
High Street
Cranbrook
Kent
TN17 3DT
01580 713381
cranbrook@medivet.co.uk
Website
4.17 miles
Animals Treated
Cats

Cattle

Dogs

Equines

Exotic/Wild

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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
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Camelids

Cats

Cattle

Dogs

Equines

Pigs

Poultry

Sheep/Goats

Small Mammals

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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
Animals Treated
Aquatics

Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Poultry

Small Mammals

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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

Location
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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.
Location
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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
Location
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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
Location
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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
Location
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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

Location
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