Welcome to Herne

Herne is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. It is situated between the towns of Canterbury and Herne Bay, and is known for its beautiful countryside and historic landmarks. The village has a population of around 6,000 people and is a popular destination for tourists who want to experience the traditional English way of life.

One of the most notable landmarks in Herne is the Herne Mill, which is a Grade I listed building and one of the oldest working windmills in the country. The mill was built in 1789 and has been restored several times over the years. Visitors can take a tour of the mill and learn about its history and how it works. Another popular attraction in Herne is the St. Martin's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and is a popular destination for those interested in history and architecture.

In addition to its historic landmarks, Herne is also known for its beautiful countryside and outdoor activities. The village is surrounded by fields and farmland, making it a great place for hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. There are also several parks and nature reserves in the area, including the Herne Bay Downs and the Blean Woods Nature Reserve. Overall, Herne is a charming village with a rich history and plenty of natural beauty to explore.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 7.4°C

Feels Like: 2°C

Wind: 30 MPH

Wind Dir: S

Local Schools

School	Details
Herne Church Of England Junior School Voluntary Aided School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Mal Saunders	School Lane Herne Herne Bay Kent CT6 7AL 01227374069 School Website
Herne Church Of England Infant School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs E Thomas-Friend	Palmer Close Herne Herne Bay Kent CT6 7AH 01227740793 School Website
Herne Bay High School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Dr Jon Boyes	Bullockstone Road Herne Bay Kent CT6 7NS 01227361221 School Website
Herne Bay Infant School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Nicky Brown	Stanley Road Herne Bay Kent CT6 5SH 01227372245 School Website
Herne Bay Junior School Foundation School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Melody Kingman	Kings Road Herne Bay Kent CT6 5DA 01227374608 School Website
Fairlight Glen Independent Special School Other Independent Special School Ages:8-18 Head Teacher Mr Chris Cordes	Verona House 45 Station Road Herne Bay Kent CT6 5QQ 1227741113
Briary Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nicky Murrell	Greenhill Road Herne Bay Kent CT6 7RS 1227373095 School Website
Hampton Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Yvonne Nunn	Fitzgerald Avenue Herne Bay Kent CT6 8NB 01227372159 School Website
Hoath Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Tim Whitehouse	School Lane Hoath Canterbury Kent CT3 4LA 01227860249 School Website
Reculver Church Of England Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jenny Ashley-Jones	Hillborough Herne Bay Kent CT6 6TA 01227375907 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Herne Bay The Circus, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8PJ 1.25 Miles

Chestfield & Swalecliffe Thanet Way, Swalecliffe, Kent, CT5 3JB 2.93 Miles

Sturry Island Road, Sturry, Kent, CT2 0ED 3.40 Miles

Whitstable Old Bridge Road, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1RB 4.28 Miles

Canterbury West Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN 5.25 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Herne Bay Taxis 01227 369999 80 Mill Lane, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7DR 0.32 Miles
Herne Cars Ltd 01227 373333 Jersey Farm/80 Mill La, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7DR 0.32 Miles
Roger Collin Cars 01227 366405 42 Vinten Close, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7TG 0.33 Miles
Chestfield Cars (Airport Services) Ltd 01227 371371 12 Peartree Road, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7EE 0.80 Miles
Allport Cars 01227 370370 46 Pochard Crescent, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 5SZ 1.04 Miles
1 2 1 Airport Services 01227 741121 Pond Cottages, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7AF 1.11 Miles
Abacus Cars 01227 283666 Railway Station/The Circus, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8PJ 1.18 Miles
J Cars 01227 742828 39 South Rd, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 5AS 1.30 Miles
8 Seater Travel Services 07776 174275 13 Queens Gdns, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 5BS 1.31 Miles
Airport Transfers 07795 166052 13 Queens Gdns, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 5BS 1.31 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Herne Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Streetfield Estate No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Curtis Wood Park Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ash Close No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lower Herne No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodrow Chase No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ridgeway Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hawe Farm Way No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Broomfield Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bushey Fields No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mill Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Eddington No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Herne Common No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bullockstone Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hunters Forstal No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Sigurdsson	Herne & Broomfield Surgery 38 Broomfield Road Broomfield Herne Bay Kent CT6 7LY
Queen Victoria Memorial Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	King Edward Avenue Herne Bay CT6 6EB
Queen Victoria Memorial Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service	King Edward Avenue Herne Bay CT6 6EB
Herne Bay Primary Care Treatment Centre 01227 594708	Qvm Hospital King Edward Ave Herne Bay Kent CT6 6EB
William Street Surgery	67 William Street Herne Bay CT6 5NR

Local Stores

Eddington - Thanet Way
Unit 1 Braid Drive
Eddington
Kent
CT6 5DZ
01227 368672
Store Website
0.67 miles

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SPAR - Harbledown
Harbledown Service Station
A2 Dover Road
Harbledown
Canterbury
CT2 9AZ
01227 764091
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Broadway Veterinary Group
Unit 1 Herne Bay Business Park The Links Herne Bay Kent CT6 7FE 01227 375978 gill.smith5@zen.co.uk 0.55 miles

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Vets Now Herne Bay
Unit 1 Herne Bay Kent CT6 7FE 01227 470033 hernebayclinic@vets-now.com Website 0.55 miles

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Corner House Vets
20 Canterbury Road Herne Bay Kent CT6 5DJ 01227 374858 contact@cornerhousevets.co.uk Website 1.40 miles
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Lord Whisky Low Income Clinic
Unit 11 Wealden Forest Park Herne Common Kent CT6 7LQ 01303862622 lord.whisky@btinternet.com 1.46 miles

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Broadway Veterinary Centre
1 The Broadway Herne Bay Kent CT6 8SR 01227 375978 alex.green@broadwayvetgroup.co.uk Website 1.65 miles
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Animed Veterinary Centre
90 Osborne Gardens Beltinge Herne Bay Kent CT6 6SE 01227 361111 beltinge@animedvets.com Website 1.76 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Duncan Down
Duncan Down Is An Open, Public, Area To The South West Of Whitstable And Is The Largest Village Green In The United Kingdom. It Is A 21 Hectare (52 Acre) Area Of Grass And Woodland Incorporating Two Ponds And A Brook. The Area Is Maintained By The Friends Of Duncan Down With Assistance From Canterbury City Council And Has Received A Grant From The Lottery Breathing Places Programme. Thanet Way Lancashire 4.62 miles

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Victory Woods
There Is A Small Area To Park Your Car And A Large Open Field For Dogs To Run About. Amazing Views Over The Surrounding Countryside. 3 Denstroude Ln Canterbury Lancashire CT2 9JX 5.63 miles

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Sandwich Bay
Pebble And Sandy Private Beach Walk. Charge To Access The Beach, But No Time Limit And Great At Low Tide. Sandwich Lancashire 10.96 miles

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Oare Marshes
Lovely Walk Around The Marshes We Walked For 9 Miles Last Sunday, Great Country Views Swale Cottage Uplees Rd Oare Faversham ME13 0QU 11.34 miles

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Willow Woods
Small Wooded Area Just Outside Of Deal. Deal Lancashire 12.37 miles

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Kings Wood
Kings Wood Has One Pathed Route From The Car Park. This Walk Is Very Popular With Lots Of Dog Owners, As It Is Very Peaceful And Is Very Big. Hiking Boots Should Be Worn As The Path Is Uneven And There Are Hills To Trek Up At Times, It Can Also Be Very Muddy. Unnamed Road Canterbury Lancashire CT4 8HQ 12.78 miles

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Weather Forecast

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Patchy rain nearby	Patchy rain nearby	Patchy rain nearby	Light rain	Overcast	Light rain shower	Partly Cloudy
Temp	9.6°C	9.5°C	9.5°C	9.7°C	10.4°C	13.6°C	15.4°C	15.7°C	16.4°C	15.3°C	15.2°C	15.8°C
Feels Like	7.1°C	7.2°C	7.2°C	7.4°C	8°C	12.5°C	15.1°C	15.6°C	16.4°C	14.4°C	14.5°C	15.6°C

Friday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Partly Cloudy	Moderate rain at times	Light rain shower	Light rain shower	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast
Temp	15.6°C	15°C	13°C	9.5°C	7.3°C	6.4°C	6.6°C	6.7°C	6.4°C	5.7°C	4.8°C	9.9°C
Feels Like	15.5°C	14.2°C	11.1°C	6.5°C	4°C	3.4°C	3.8°C	4.2°C	3.9°C	3°C	1.9°C	8.4°C

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	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Moderate rain at times	Moderate snow	Moderate snow	Moderate snow	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Cloudy	Cloudy
Temp	4.6°C	3°C	2.2°C	1.4°C	0.9°C	1.2°C	2.3°C	3.4°C	3.1°C	1.4°C	0.8°C	1.6°C
Feels Like	1.7°C	-0.4°C	-1.6°C	-3°C	-4.4°C	-4.5°C	-3.5°C	-2.1°C	-2.3°C	-4.1°C	-5°C	-3°C

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