Welcome to Hernhill

Hernhill is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles north of the town of Faversham and 7 miles east of the city of Canterbury. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the Grade I listed St. Michael's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The village also has a primary school, a pub, and a village hall, which hosts a range of community events throughout the year.

One of the most notable features of Hernhill is its stunning natural beauty. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and picturesque woodlands, making it a popular destination for walkers, hikers, and nature lovers. The village is also home to a number of wildlife species, including deer, foxes, and a variety of birdlife. Visitors to Hernhill can enjoy a leisurely stroll through the village, taking in the sights and sounds of the countryside, or explore the nearby Blean Woods, which are a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest.

Despite its small size, Hernhill has a rich history and a strong sense of community. The village has been inhabited since Roman times and has a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the aforementioned St. Michael's Church, which is considered one of the finest examples of Norman architecture in the county. The village also has a strong agricultural heritage, with many of its residents working in the farming industry. Today, Hernhill is a thriving community, with a range of local businesses and amenities, including a village shop, a post office, and a pub, which serves delicious food and drink to locals and visitors alike.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Hernhill Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Alexander
Forstal
Hernhill
Faversham
Kent
ME13 9JG
01227751322
School Website
Boughton Under Blean And Dunkirk Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Simon Way
School Lane
Boughton-Under-Blean
Faversham
Kent
ME13 9AW
01227751431
School Website
Graveney Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Alison Blackwell
Seasalter Road
Graveney
Faversham
Kent
ME13 9DU
01795532005
School Website
St Mary Of Charity C Of E Aided Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Miss Louise Rowley-Jones
Orchard Place
Faversham
Kent
ME13 8AP
01795532496
Queen Elizabeths Grammar School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr David Anderson
Abbey Place
Faversham
Kent
ME13 7BQ
01795533132
School Website
Selling Church Of England Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Richard Paez
The Street
Selling
Faversham
Kent
ME13 9RQ
01227752202
School Website
The Abbey School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-19
Head Teacher
Dr Rowland Speller
London Road
Faversham
Kent
ME13 8RZ
Ethelbert Road Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Miss Michele Kirkbride
Ethelbert Road
Faversham
Kent
ME13 8SQ
01795533124
School Website
Davington Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Chilton Saint
Priory Row
Davington
Faversham
Kent
ME13 7EQ
01795532401
School Website
Joy Lane Primary School
Community School
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Debra Hines
Joy Lane
Whitstable
Kent
CT5 4LT
01227261430
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Selling
Selling, Near Selling, Kent, ME13 9PW
2.33 Miles
Faversham
Station Road, Faversham, Kent, ME13 8EB
3.06 Miles
Chartham
Station Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT4 7HT
4.28 Miles
Chilham
Ashford Road, Chilham, Kent, CT4 8EG
4.41 Miles
Whitstable
Old Bridge Road, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1RB
4.66 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
C J's Airport Services Ltd
01795 533030
22 Abbey Fields, Faversham, Kent, ME13 8JA
2.64 Miles
Allens Taxis
01795 535555
14 The Shipyard/Upper Brents, Faversham, Kent, ME13 7DZ
3.04 Miles
Starlite Taxis
01795 591066
16 Upper Brents, Faversham, Kent, ME13 7DR
3.17 Miles
Longport Taxis
01227 458885
93 Blean Common, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 9JH
3.30 Miles
A1 Taxis
01795 538887
65 Lower Road, Faversham, Kent, ME13 7NG
3.68 Miles
Whitstable Taxis
01227 261561
Unit 59/Joseph Wilson Ind Est/Millstrood Rd, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 3PS
4.31 Miles
Etm Executive Cars
01227 730929
5 Stour Valley Business Park, Canterbury, Kent, CT4 7HF
4.42 Miles
Abacus Cars
01227 277745
Railway Av, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1LJ
4.47 Miles
Canterbury Cabs
01227 505003
24 Westgate Court Avenue, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8JR
4.51 Miles
Beltinge Airport Services
01227 280055
87 Sydenham St, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1HL
4.59 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Hernhill Village
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Hernhill Forstal
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Staple Street
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Boughton Street
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Bull Lane
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Boughton Post Office
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Stoney Road
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Dargate
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Burnt Oast Road
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Poplar View
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Goodnestone
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Waterham
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Graveney Old Post Office
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Courtenay Road
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Hernhill High Street
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Folkestone Eye Centre
Newton Road
Faversham
ME13 8FH
Newton Place Surgery
01795 530777
Newton Place Surgery
Newton Road
Faversham
Kent
ME13 8FH
Seasalter Surgery
28 Faversham Road
Seasalter
Whitstable
Kent
CT5 4AR
Estuary View Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Estuary View Medical Centre
25 Boorman Way
Whitstable
CT5 3SE
Estuary View Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3
Estuary View Medical Centre
25 Boorman Way
Whitstable
CT5 3SE
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Local Stores

FR Faversham
9 Whitstable Road
Faversham
Kent
ME13 8BE
Store Website
2.74 miles
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SPAR - Harbledown
Harbledown Service Station
A2 Dover Road
Harbledown
Canterbury
CT2 9AZ
01227 764091
Store Website
2.7 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Silver Gate Vets
1 Weatherall Close
Dunkirk
Faversham
Kent
ME13 9UL
07765 279980
silvergatevets@gmail.com
Website
1.17 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Mobile services only

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Lady Dane Vets Llp
Lady Dane Veterinary Centre
Graveney Road
Faversham
Kent
ME13 8UR
01795 532180
enquiries@ladydanevets.com
Website
1.88 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Swale Barn Vets
The Barn
Macknade
Selling Road
Faversham
Kent
ME13 8XF
01795 608820
contact@swalebarnvets.co.uk
Website
2.57 miles
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Medivet Favershamtoachim House Veterinary Surgery
17-19 Shunters Close
Faversham
Kent
ME13 8GF
01795 531 313
faversham@medivet.co.uk
Website
2.69 miles
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Disabled public access

Client car park

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Whitstable Bay Veterinary Centre
Clapham Hill
Whitstable
Kent
CT5 3DN
01227 264915
Website
3.20 miles
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Faversham Veterinary Clinic
2 South Road
Faversham
Kent
ME13 7LR
01795 530 999
favershamvets@yahoo.co.uk
Website
3.24 miles
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Disabled public access

Client car park

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Local Dog Walks

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
2.39 miles

Location
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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
3.70 miles

Location
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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
4.69 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
6.18 miles

Location
what3words
rooms.remaking.visit
Kings Wood
An Ancient, Woodland Site, King’S Wood Offers An Excellent Forest Walk Through Vast And Beautiful Woodland.
Lancashire
TN25 4AR
7.12 miles

King’S Wood Is Easily Accessible From The M20 At Ashford. Leave The Motorway At Junction 9, Signposted To Ashford, Faversham. At The First Roundabout, Turn Left For Faversham A251. Continue Through To A T-Junction With The A251. Turn Left, Toward Challock. Continue On The Road For Around 3-Miles, Before Taking A Sharp Right Turn To White Hill, Just Before The Sign To Challock.
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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
11.00 miles

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