Welcome to Farningham

Farningham is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. It is situated on the River Darent and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and there are many historic buildings and landmarks to explore. One of the most notable landmarks is the Farningham Viaduct, which was built in the 19th century and is now a popular spot for walkers and cyclists.

Farningham is a charming village with a strong sense of community. There are several local businesses, including a post office, a convenience store, and a few pubs and restaurants. The village also has a primary school and a church, which are both important parts of the community. Throughout the year, there are various events and activities that take place in Farningham, such as the annual village fete and the Christmas lights switch-on.

One of the main attractions of Farningham is its proximity to the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This stunning area is home to rolling hills, picturesque villages, and beautiful countryside. There are many walking and cycling routes to explore, as well as opportunities for horse riding and other outdoor activities. Farningham is also just a short drive away from the historic city of Canterbury, which is home to the famous Canterbury Cathedral and many other historic landmarks.

Local Schools

School	Details
The Anthony Roper Primary School Foundation School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Adam Nicholls	High Street Eynsford Dartford Kent DA4 0AA 01322863680 School Website
Horton Kirby Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Glenn Pollard	Horton Road Horton Kirby Dartford Kent DA4 9BN 1322863278 School Website
Parkwood Hall Co Operative Academy Academy Special Converter Ages:8-19 Head Teacher Mr Simon Collins	Beechenlea Lane Swanley Kent BR8 8DR 01322664441 School Website
Downsview Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Richard Moore	Beech Avenue Swanley Kent BR8 8AU 01322662594 School Website
St Pauls Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Benjamin Hulme	School Lane Swanley Village Kent BR8 7PJ 01322664324 School Website
High Firs Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Kilbride	Court Crescent Swanley Kent BR8 8NR 01322669721 School Website
Sutton-At-Hone Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Karen Trowell	Church Road Sutton-At-Hone Dartford Kent DA4 9EX 1322862147 School Website
St Bartholomews Catholic Primary School Swanley Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Giovanna Finaldi	Sycamore Drive Swanley Kent BR8 7AY 01322663119 School Website
Orchards Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Andy Lazenby	St Mary's Road Swanley Kent BR8 7TE 01322665231 School Website
Supajam Education In Music And Media Special Post 16 Institution Ages:16-25 Head Teacher Mr David Court	St Marys Road Swanley Kent BR8 7TE 1322660845 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Eynsford Station Road, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0HP 1.47 Miles

Farningham Road Station Road, South Darenth, Kent, DA4 9JB 1.53 Miles

Swanley Station Approach, Off Goldsel Road, Swanley, Kent, BR8 8JD 2.30 Miles

Shoreham Shoreham Road, Shoreham, Kent, TN14 7RT 3.66 Miles

Longfield Station Road, Longfield, Kent, DA3 7QA 3.68 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Carlton Christie Ltd 01322 614709 40 A High Street, Swanley, Kent, BR8 8BQ 1.97 Miles
Swan Taxi Ltd 01322 666777 10 Station Road, Swanley, Kent, BR8 8ET 2.09 Miles
Astra Cars 01322 407559 34 Saint Mary's Road, Swanley, Kent, BR8 7BU 2.38 Miles
Swanley Airport Transfers 01322 662662 63 Lower Road, Swanley, Kent, BR8 7RY 2.47 Miles
Kiwi Executive Travel 01322 615300 49 Green Court Road, Swanley, Kent, BR8 8HF 2.47 Miles
Executive Cars Uk 01322 517855 9 Hawley Terrace, Dartford, Kent, DA2 7RN 2.69 Miles
R J's Taxis 01322 666484 39 Russett Way, Swanley, Kent, BR8 7TR 2.86 Miles
Luxury Chauffeured Cars 01959 526845 Shoreham Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN14 7UD 2.97 Miles
A1 Minibuses 01474 708288 47 Ridgeway, Dartford, Kent, DA2 7JW 3.00 Miles
Station Taxis 01474 708899 The Woodyard/Whitehill Rd, Longfield, Kent, DA3 7QS 3.56 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Farningham Old Post Office Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Old Dartford Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hillside Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Oliver Crescent Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Eynsford Mill Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dartford Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sparepenny Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Button Street Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Eynsford Old Post Office Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Saxon Place Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Street Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
St Martins Drive Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Forge Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Eynsford Station Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Farningham Road Station Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Braeside Surgery 01322 862110	The Surgery, Braeside Gorse Hill, Farningham Dartford Kent DA4 0JU
Devon Road Surgery 01322 862121	32 Devon Road South Darenth Dartford Kent DA4 9AB
The Oaks Partnership 01322 668775	The Oaks Partnership Nightingale Way Swanley Kent BR8 7UP
The Cedars Surgery 01322 663111	The Cedars Surgery 26-28 Swanley Centre Swanley Kent BR8 7AH
The Cedars Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	26-28 Swanley Centre Swanley Kent BR8 7AH

Local Stores

Petrol Swanley
73-75 High Street
Swanley
Kent
BR8 8AF
01322 662955
Store Website
1.86 miles

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SPAR Tollgate
Tollgate
Watling Street
Gravesend
DA11 7NP
01474 564481
Store Website
6.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Parkvets Veterinary Clinic
Park Vets Rye Park Road Swanley Kent BR8 8AH 01322 665916 parkvets@parkvets.com Website 1.96 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Medivet West Kingsdown
London Road West Kingsdown Sevenoaks Kent TN15 6EX 01474 852661 west.kingsdown@medivet.co.uk Website 2.54 miles
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Parkvets Veterinary Clinic
49 Station Road Longfield Kent DA3 7QD 01474 703377 parkvets@parkvets.com Website 3.69 miles
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Mead Veterinary Centre
Mead Road Dartford Kent DA1 2RH 01322 223311 Website 3.83 miles
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The Shrubbery Veterinary Centre
5 The Link New Ash Green Longfield Kent DA3 8HG 01474 873370 shrubberyvet@btconnect.com Website 3.86 miles

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Community Pet Clinic
Inside Jollyes Pet Store Dartford Heath Retail Park Princes Road Dartford DA1 2QA Website 3.99 miles
Amenities Vaccination clinic only

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Local Dog Walks

Darenth Country Park
Beautiful Area With A Mix Of Gravelled Paths, Woodland And Large Dog Walking Flat Areas, Almost Like A Recreation Ground. Lots Of Parts To Explore And Plenty Of Areas For Dogs To Enjoy. 23 Darenth Park Ave Lancashire 3.71 miles

Location what3words chimp.hogs.agreed

Joyden’S Wood
Many Paths To Explore And Help You Pick Your Way Through This Ancient Woodland. Some Popular Bridlepaths On The Edge Of The Woods But Clearly Marked. Lovely Carvings Dotted Through The Woods And A Model Wooden Ww1plane Tells An Interesting Story. Evidence Of Dyke Dating Back To The Romans. 68 Eden Rd Bexley DA5 2EG 4.11 miles Best Accessed From Summerhouse Drive

Location what3words coast.still.down

Foots Cray Meadows
Hidden Away In The Suburbs Of London, Foots Cray Meadows Offers A Beautiful, Short, Circular Walk Around A Stream, Which Your Dog Can Enjoy! DA14 5AG 4.91 miles If Approaching From Orpington, Make For Crittal’S Corner, Go Under The A20 And Take The Opposite Exit (The One For B&Q) And Carry Straight On To The Traffic Lights At The Bottom Of Sidcup Hill. Go Straight Across At The Lights Into Rectory Lane. The Lane Bends Sharply Left At The Church And The Entrance To Foots Cray Place Is On The Right 250 Metres Past The Bend.

Foots Cray Meadows
A Fairly Flat Series Of Meadows With A River Running Through It. Bridle Path At Certain Points And Some Wildlife Protected Areas. 2 Rectory Ln Lancashire 5.02 miles

Location what3words petty.clean.duke

Foots Cray Meadows
Foots Cray Meadows Lancashire 5.02 miles

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Hall Place Cray
A Flat Walk With The River Cray Running Through The Middle. During The Spring And Summer The Front Fields Are Used By Footballers A Lot. During The Winter This Walk Can Be Very Wet! Hall Place Dartford Bexley DA5 1PQ 5.23 miles

Location what3words thick.snacks.cloud

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