Welcome to Hemsted

Hemsted Kent is a small village located in the southeastern part of England. It is situated in the county of Kent, which is known for its beautiful countryside and historic landmarks. Hemsted Kent is a peaceful and quiet village that is perfect for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is surrounded by lush green fields and rolling hills, which provide a picturesque backdrop for the village.

One of the main attractions of Hemsted Kent is its historic church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is dedicated to St. Mary and is a beautiful example of Norman architecture. The church has a rich history and is home to many interesting artifacts, including a 14th-century font and a 15th-century brass eagle lectern. The church is open to visitors and is a must-see for anyone visiting Hemsted Kent.

Another attraction of Hemsted Kent is its proximity to the Kent Downs, which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Kent Downs is a beautiful area that is perfect for hiking, cycling, and exploring. The area is home to many rare species of plants and animals, and it is a great place to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Hemsted Kent is the perfect base for exploring the Kent Downs, and there are many walking and cycling routes that start in the village.

Local Schools

School	Details
Benenden School Other Independent School Ages:10-19 Head Teacher Mrs S Price	Cranbrook Road Benenden Cranbrook Kent TN17 4AA 1580240592 School Website
Dulwich Prep Cranbrook Other Independent School Ages:2-13 Head Teacher Mr Paul David	Coursehorn Cranbrook Kent TN17 3NP 1580712179 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
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
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
John Mayne Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Tester	High Street Biddenden Ashford Kent TN27 8AL 1580291424 School Website
Greenfields School Other Independent Special School Ages:5-18 Head Teacher Mrs Kelly Cartwright	Tenterden Road Biddenden Ashford Kent TN27 8BE 1580292523 School Website
Frittenden Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Nichola Costello	Frittenden Cranbrook Kent TN17 2DD 01580852250 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Headcorn Station Road, Headcorn, Kent, TN27 9SD 5.35 Miles

Staplehurst Station Approach, Staplehurst, Kent, TN12 0QR 5.78 Miles

Marden Church Green Lane, Marden, Kent, TN12 9HS 7.26 Miles

Pluckley Station Road, Pluckley, Kent, TN27 0RT 8.09 Miles

Etchingham Station Road, Etchingham, East Sussex, TN19 7PA 8.63 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Clarkes Minibus Hire 01580 292095 4 Woolpack Corner, Ashford, Kent, TN27 8BU 2.33 Miles
F G K Cars 01580 712299 Unit 6 Hartley Dyke Business Centre, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 3QG 3.58 Miles
Limo Hire Sussex Kent 0800 644 1593 30 Henley Meadows, Tenterden, Kent, TN30 6EN 4.21 Miles
Maidstone Taxi Co 01622 890003 Partridges Yard/Monks Hill, Ashford, Kent, TN27 8QJ 4.47 Miles
Elba Private Hire Ltd 01580 752984 40 Winchester Road, Cranbrook, Kent, TN18 4DQ 4.65 Miles
M T C Taxis 01622 890003 10 Surrenden Road, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 0LX 5.21 Miles
L T J Chauffeurs 01580 890483 Manorbier/Marden Rd, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 0PB 5.60 Miles
Richard's Private Care Hire 01622 832252 Widehurst Bungalows, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 9LN 5.87 Miles
Ivy Executive 01580 443001 1A Station Road, Etchingham, East Sussex, TN19 7PL 7.49 Miles
Ticehurst Cabs 01580 200180 Coronation Cottages, Wadhurst, East Sussex, TN5 7LX 7.92 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Goddards Green Benenden Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Tilt Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Benenden C H Old Post Office Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fosten Green 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:
Village Hall Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sissinghurst Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
The Mount Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Maplesden Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Three Chimneys Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brouges Wood Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beacon Hill Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tilsden Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Crit Hall Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Worsenden Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Orchard End 01580 713622	Orchard End Surgery Dorothy Avenue Cranbrook Kent TN17 3AY
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
Ivy Court Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Ivy Court Tenterden TN30 6RB
Ivy Court Surgery 01580 763666	Ivy Court Surgery Recreation Ground Road Tenterden Kent TN30 6RB

Local Stores

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

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SPAR Staplehurst
9 - 11
The Parade
Staplehurst
TN12 0LA
01580 891734
Store Website
5.1 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 1.16 miles

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Medivet Cranbrook
Brooksden High Street Cranbrook Kent TN17 3DT 01580 713381 cranbrook@medivet.co.uk Website 2.76 miles

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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Cinque Ports Veterinary Group
Tenterden Veterinary Surgery Highlands Ashford Road Tenterden Kent TN30 6LX 01580 763 309 tenterden@cinqueportsvets.co.uk Website 4.55 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 4.64 miles
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Green Lane Veterinary Clinic
Shenley Farm Shenley Road Headcorn Ashford Kent TN27 9HX 01622 890245 4.90 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 5.08 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 7.59 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 11.47 miles

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Hayle Park Nature Reserve
A Hidden Gem In Tovil. Maidstone Lancashire ME15 6XL 11.93 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 12.65 miles

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Rye Harbor
Wills Cottages Rye TN31 7TT 12.98 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 13.83 miles Grid Reference Tq 911155

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