Welcome to Highsted

Highsted Kent is a small village located in the district of Swale, in the county of Kent, England. The village is situated on the outskirts of the town of Sittingbourne and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Highsted Kent is a peaceful and quiet village, with a population of around 500 people. The village has a rich history, dating back to the 12th century, and is home to several historic buildings and landmarks.

One of the most notable landmarks in Highsted Kent is the Church of St. Mary, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a beautiful example of Norman architecture and features a stunning stained glass window. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. Another historic building in Highsted Kent is the Highsted Manor House, which dates back to the 16th century. The manor house is now a private residence but is still an impressive sight to see.

Highsted Kent is also home to several local businesses, including a village shop, a pub, and a post office. The village is a close-knit community, and residents take pride in their village and its history. Highsted Kent is a great place to live for those who enjoy a peaceful and quiet lifestyle, surrounded by beautiful countryside and historic landmarks.

Local Weather

Clear

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Wind: 10.1 MPH

Wind Dir: NW

Local Schools

School Details
Rodmersham School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Nicola Mcmullon
Rodmersham Green
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME9 0PS
01795423776
School Website
Tunstall Church Of England Aided Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Rebecca Andrews
Tunstall Road
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 1YG
01795472895
School Website
Alp Sittingbourne
Other Independent Special School
Ages:7-19
Head Teacher
Jenny Thomason
60 Bell Road
Sittingbourne
ME10 4HE
2031373631
School Website
Fulston Manor School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Susie Burden
Brenchley Road
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 4EG
01795475228
School Website
Highsted Grammar School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Miss Anne Kelly
Highsted Road
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 4PT
01795424223
School Website
The Oaks Infant School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-7
Head Teacher
Mrs Jenny Wynn
Gore Court Road
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 1GL
1795423619
School Website
Minterne Junior School
Academy Converter
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Ms Kirsty Warner
Minterne Avenue
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 1SB
1795472323
School Website
South Avenue Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Tracy Cadwallader
South Avenue
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 4SU
01795477750
School Website
Sittingbourne Community College
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:11-19
Head Teacher
Mr Nick Smith
Swanstree Avenue
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 4NL
01795472449
School Website
Meadowfield School
Foundation Special School
Ages:4-19
Head Teacher
Ms Daniel Zaccheo
Swanstree Avenue
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 4NL
01795477788
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Sittingbourne
St. Michaels Road, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 3ED
1.65 Miles
Teynham
Lower Road, Teynham, Kent, ME9 9DU
3.13 Miles
Kemsley
Sheerness Road, Kemsley, Kent, ME10 2ST
3.15 Miles
Newington
Station Road, Newington, Kent, ME9 7LQ
3.89 Miles
Swale
Sheppey Way, Near Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8SS
4.85 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
The White Cab Co
01795 422222
119 William St, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 1HS
1.47 Miles
Cab-It
01795 436666
9 West Street, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 1AA
1.50 Miles
Diamond Carz
01795 474845
84 Woodberry Dr, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 3AX
1.57 Miles
Swale Cabs
01795 470000
86 West Street, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 1AS
1.59 Miles
Lets Go Green Cabs
01795 444444
74 West Street, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 1AR
1.59 Miles
A2 Cabs
01795 430400
Smeed Dean Centre, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 3EW
1.60 Miles
Fab Cab
01795 420002
Tower View, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 3EE
1.62 Miles
A2 Cabs Ltd
01795 430400
Unit 8/West La Trading Est/West La, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 3TT
1.67 Miles
A2 Cabs Ltd
01795 478888
Unit 8 Office West Lane Trading Estate, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 3TT
1.67 Miles
Sittingbourne Cabs
01795 426600
20 Hugh Price Close, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 3AR
2.00 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Highsted
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Rodmersham Green
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Sittingbourne Research Centre
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Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Cromers Corner
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Broad
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Northwood Drive
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Crocus Drive
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Gore Court Road
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Park Drive Upper
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Tunstall
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Park Drive Lower
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Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Capel Road
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Step Style
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Church Street
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:16:45
Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Peregrine Drive
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:17:30
Saturday Last Collection:11:30
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Memorial Medical Centre
01795 477764
Memorial Medical Centre
Bell Road
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 4XX
The Medic Care Surgery
01795 521205
Sittingbourne Memhospital
Bell Road
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 4DT
The Chestnuts Surgery
01795 470794
The Chestnuts Surgery
70 East Street
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 4RU
London Road Medical Centre
01795 472100
The Medical Centre
32 London Road
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 1ND
The Meads Medical Practice
01795 477266
29 Quartz Way
The Meads
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 5AA
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Local Stores

Sittingbourne
1-2 The Parade
Northwood Drive
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 4QJ
01795 428921
Store Website
0.96 miles
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SPAR Gillingham
64
Twydall Green
Gillingham
ME8 6XJ
01634233447
Store Website
7.8 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Fern Cottage Veterinary Surgery
233-235 Park Road
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 1ER
01795 476411
admin@ferncottagevets.co.uk
Website
1.20 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Animals Treated
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Sittivets
1 Castle Court
Castle Road
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 3TD
01795 474 900
Website
1.71 miles
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Borden Lane Veterinary Surgery
3 Borden Lane
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 1BT
01795 423227
Website
1.77 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
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Sittingbourne Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home
Unit D Sittingbourne Retail Park
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 2XD
01795 411990
sittingbourne@vets4pets.com
Website
1.85 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

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Wellpets Vets Kent
3-5 Periwinkle Court
Church Street
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 2JZ
01795 424 600
admin.sittingbourne@wellpets.co.uk
Website
1.98 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Swaleside Veterinary Surgery
82 London Road
Teynham
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME9 9QH
01795 520972
swalesidevets@fsmail.net
2.60 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Local Dog Walks

Hucking Estate Woods
Beautiful Walking Area With Plenty Of Forest Areas As Well As Large Fields, Generally Pretty Quiet And Not Too Busy.
Hucking Estate - Woodland Trust Car Park
Church Road
Lancashire
4.31 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
6.07 miles

Location
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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
8.33 miles

What3word Location Of Car Park Entrance: Quilt.Skirt.Worksheet Coordinates: 51°21'32?N 0°33'15?E
Location
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Kings Wood
An Ancient, Woodland Site, King’S Wood Offers An Excellent Forest Walk Through Vast And Beautiful Woodland.
Lancashire
TN25 4AR
9.45 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.
Location
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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
9.53 miles

Location
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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
10.25 miles

Location
what3words
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