Welcome to Higham

Higham is a village located in the county of Kent, England. It is situated on the southern bank of the River Thames 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 Grade I listed St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is known for its stunning architecture and beautiful stained glass windows.

Higham is a popular destination for tourists and visitors who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is home to a number of quaint shops, cafes, and restaurants, where visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll and sample some of the local cuisine. There are also several parks and green spaces in the area, including the Higham Recreation Ground, which is a popular spot for picnics and outdoor activities.

Higham is also well-connected to other parts of Kent and London, making it an ideal location for commuters. The village is served by a number of bus routes, and there is a train station that provides regular services to London and other destinations. Overall, Higham is a charming and picturesque village that offers something for everyone, whether you are looking for a peaceful retreat or a bustling hub of activity.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Gad's Hill School
Other Independent School
Ages:3-16
Head Teacher
Mr Paul Savage
Higham
Rochester
Kent
ME3 7PA
1474822366
School Website
Higham Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Catherine Grattan
School Lane
Higham
Rochester
Kent
ME3 7JL
01474822535
School Website
Shorne Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Miss Sarah Prest
Cob Drive
Shorne
Gravesend
Kent
DA12 3DU
01474822312
School Website
Abbey Court Community Special School
Community Special School
Ages:3-19
Head Teacher
Ms Vicky Aspin
Rede Court Road
Strood
Rochester
Kent
ME2 3SP
01634338220
School Website
Strood Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:11-19
Head Teacher
Mrs Numera Anwar
Carnation Road
Strood
Rochester
Kent
ME2 2SX
01634717121
School Website
Bligh Primary School (Juniors)
Academy Converter
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Mr Christian Markham
Bligh Way
Strood
Rochester
Kent
ME2 2XJ
1634336220
School Website
Bligh Primary School (Infants)
Academy Converter
Ages:2-7
Head Teacher
Mr Christian Markham
Bligh Way
Strood
Rochester
Kent
ME2 2XJ
1634336220
School Website
Temple Mill Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Lisa Lewis
Cliffe Road
Strood
Rochester
Kent
ME2 3NL
01634629079
School Website
Gordon Junior School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Kirstie Jones
Gordon Road
Strood
Rochester
Kent
ME2 3HQ
03333602110
School Website
Gordon Infant School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:5-7
Head Teacher
Mrs Kirstie Jones
Gordon Road
Strood
Rochester
Kent
ME2 3HQ
03333602110
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Higham
School Lane, Higham, Kent, ME3 7JQ
0.82 Miles
Strood
Canal Road, Strood, Kent, ME2 4DR
2.29 Miles
Rochester
86 Corporation Street, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1NH
2.74 Miles
Cuxton
Station Road, Cuxton, Kent, ME2 1AB
2.90 Miles
Halling
High Street, Halling, Kent, ME1 1BN
3.20 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Airport Transfers
07983 085132
Hermitage Rd, Rochester, Kent, ME3 7NF
0.44 Miles
Ccars
01634 716551
Quantock, Rochester, Kent, ME3 7NT
0.84 Miles
Frindsbury Taxis
01634 720200
24 Carisbrooke Rd, Rochester, Kent, ME2 3SN
1.18 Miles
Knights Travel Medway
01634 321505
10 Yantlet Drive, Rochester, Kent, ME2 2TJ
1.36 Miles
Stevens 1-8 Seater Airport Taxis
07768 905798
37 Elaine Avenue, Rochester, Kent, ME2 2YW
1.66 Miles
Bdtaxis
01634 710725
63, Rochester, Kent, ME2 2PR
2.02 Miles
Strood Cabs
01634 711121
10 North Street, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4SH
2.07 Miles
Prestigious Cars
01634 319022
191 Cuxton Road, Rochester, Kent, ME2 2NJ
2.16 Miles
Medway Executive Cars
07834 049324
113 View Road, Rochester, Kent, ME3 8UQ
2.28 Miles
Knights Taxis And Minibuses
01474 362626
11 Orlick Road, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 4UP
2.45 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Mid Higham Post Office
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Gads Hill Road
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Gads Hill Park
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Pear Tree Lane
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School Lane
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Dillywood Lane
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Higham Old Post Office
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Coutts Avenue
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Three Crutches
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Parkfields
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Allington Drive
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The Street Shorne
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Salters Cross Old Post Office
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Peartree Lane
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Sharfleet Drive
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Higham Surgery
Hermitage Road
Higham
Rochester
Kent
ME3 7DB
Shorne Village Surgery
1474824411
Crown Lane
Shorne
Gravesend
Kent
DA12 3DY
Court View Surgery
01634 290333
Court View Surgery
2A Darnley Road, Strood
Rochester
Kent
ME2 2HA
Gun Lane Medical Centre
01634 290644
Gun Lane Medical Centre
Gun Lane, Strood
Rochester
Kent
ME2 4UW
Apex Medical Centre
01634 720220
Apex Medical Practice
Gun Lane, Strood
Rochester
Kent
ME2 4UW
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Local Stores

Petrol Rochester - Watling Street
202 Watling Street
Strood
Rochester
Kent
ME2 3QL
01634 296424
Store Website
1.27 miles
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SPAR - Euro Garages - Chalk
Euro Garages
Rochester Road
Chalk
DA12 4TN
01474 532685
Store Website
2.9 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Strood - Stanhope Veterinary Centre
29 Stanhope Road
Rochester
Kent
ME2 3EJ
01634 713065
strood@medivet.co.uk
Website
1.90 miles
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Open at weekends

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Medway City Veterinary Centre
George Summers Close
Strood
Rochester
Kent
ME2 4FF
01634 718078
medway@cvsvets.com
Website
2.79 miles
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Disabled public access

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Manor Veterinary Centre
10 Manor Road
Chatham
Kent
ME4 6AG
01634 407777
manorvets@hotmail.com
3.50 miles
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Clover Street Veterinary Clinic
Clover Street
Chatham
Kent
ME4 4DT
01634 848999
Website
3.72 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Warren House Veterinary Group - Rochester Surgery
Anchor Road
Rochester
Kent
ME1 2PR
01634 815555
Rochesterinfo@warrenhousevets.co.uk
Website
3.87 miles
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Warren House
Warren House
Anchor Road
Rochester
Kent
ME1 2PR
07595 189017
anthonypiercy7@gmail.com
3.87 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Shorne Woods Country Park
Nice Place To Walk The Dog, On And Off The Lead. Lots Of Variations Of Routes. They Do Seasonal Treasure Hunts With The Children, At Easter, Halloween Etc. There's A Cafe For A Cup Of Tea, Cake Etc. Plus A Gift Shop. There's A Big Play Area For Little Kids And Big Kids. Total Mixture.
Brewers Rd
Shorne
Gravesend
DA12 3HX
1.86 miles

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Jeskyns Country Park Gravesend
Jeskyns Is A Dog Walk For Both Dogs And Families, There Is A Dog Pond For Swimming Dogs, Aswell As Off Lead Areas, On Lead Areas And Two Inclosed Areas If Your Dog Does Not Recall.
Henhurst Rd
Gravesend
DA12 3AN
3.15 miles

Henhurst Rd, Cobham Da12 3An
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Jeskyns Country Park
A Very Dog- Friendly Walk With Clear Paths And Different Routes To Follow. Well Sign-Posted For On-Lead And Off-Lead Areas, There Is An Area For Dog Agility And An Enclosed Area For Dog Training. There Is A Bridle Path That Runs Through The Park Too.
Henhurst Rd
3.39 miles

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Coalhouse Fort Park
Princess Margaret Rd
East Tilbury
Tilbury
RM18 8QD
3.67 miles

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Camer Park
Large Field Like Walk Once You Get Through The Woody Entrance The Park Opens Right Up With Plenty Of Room For The Bouncy Pups And The Calm Pooches!
Wrotham Rd
Meopham
Gravesend
DA13 0AB
5.27 miles

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Capstone Farm Country Park
A Local Council Owned Country Park, Between Chatham And Gillingham, With Free Parking, Cafe, Toikets, And Play Areas For Children. Set Out Across An Extensive Countryside, With Paths For Walking, Running, Cycling, There Are Large Meadows, A Lake, Picnic Areas, And Very Good Signage And Information Panels.
343 Capstone Rd
Gillingham
ME7 3JE
5.82 miles

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