Welcome to Istead Rise

Istead Rise is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. It is situated on the outskirts of Gravesend and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 3,000 people and is known for its friendly community and peaceful atmosphere. Istead Rise is a popular place to live for families and retirees who are looking for a quiet and safe place to call home.

The village has a range of amenities including a local pub, a post office, a convenience store, and a primary school. There are also several parks and green spaces in the area, including the picturesque Cobham Woods and the nearby Shorne Woods Country Park. The village is well-connected to the rest of Kent and London, with easy access to the A2 and M25 motorways, as well as regular bus services to Gravesend and surrounding areas.

Istead Rise is a great place to live for those who enjoy the outdoors and a slower pace of life. The village has a strong sense of community, with regular events and activities taking place throughout the year. Whether you are looking for a peaceful place to retire or a safe and friendly environment to raise a family, Istead Rise is a great choice.

Local Schools

School	Details
Istead Rise Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Steven Payne	Downs Road Northfleet Gravesend Kent DA13 9HG 01474833177
Singlewell Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Michelle Brown	Mackenzie Way Gravesend Kent DA12 5TY 01474569859 School Website
Kings Farm Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Chris Jackson	Cedar Avenue Gravesend Kent DA12 5JT 01474566979 School Website
Ifield School Foundation Special School Ages:4-19 Head Teacher Mrs Madeleine Arnold-Jones	Cedar Avenue Gravesend Kent DA12 5JT 01474365485 School Website
Shears Green Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Matthew Paterson	White Avenue Northfleet Gravesend Kent DA11 7JB 01474567359 School Website
Langafel Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Catherine Maynard	Main Road Longfield Kent DA3 7PW 01474703398 School Website
Rowhill School Foundation Special School Ages:4-16 Head Teacher Mr Geoffrey Bartrum	Main Road Longfield Kent DA3 7PW 01474705377 School Website
Shears Green Infant School Academy Converter Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Ms Hayley Kotze	Packham Road Northfleet Gravesend Kent DA11 7JF 1474566700 School Website
Helen Allison School Other Independent Special School Ages:5-19 Head Teacher Mr Adam Wadey	Longfield Road Meopham Gravesend Kent DA13 0EW 1474814878 School Website
Meopham Community Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Miss Michele Sowden-Mehta	Longfield Road Meopham Gravesend Kent DA13 0JW 01474812259 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Meopham Station Approach, Off Wrotham Road, Meopham, Kent, DA13 0LT 1.08 Miles

Sole Street Sole Street, Cobham, Kent, DA13 0XY 1.58 Miles

Longfield Station Road, Longfield, Kent, DA3 7QA 2.38 Miles

Gravesend Rathmore Road, Gravesend, Kent, DA11 0HP 2.83 Miles

Ebbsfleet International International Way, Ebbsfleet Valley, Kent, DA10 1EB 3.26 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Istead Rise Minibus Co 01474 832848 22 Haven Close, Gravesend, Kent, DA13 9JR 0.25 Miles
Meopham Cars 01474 813441 Meopham Station, Gravesend, Kent, DA13 0LT 1.11 Miles
Mr And Mrs Taxis 01474 328328 43 Windsor Rd, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 5BW 1.49 Miles
1St Choice Taxis Ltd 01474 328328 43 Windsor Rd, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 5BW 1.49 Miles
D J Williams Taxis 07887 653307 38 Cherry Wood Drive, Gravesend, Kent, DA11 8PL 1.52 Miles
Taxis N Buses 07848 895740 16 Mungo Park Road, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 5DF 1.57 Miles
B And R Taxis 01474 532222 93 Kitchener Avenue, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 5JE 1.65 Miles
B And R Cars Ltd 01474 323706 93 Kitchener Av, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 5JE 1.65 Miles
Walkers Cars 01474 560666 38 Ivy Close, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 5NP 1.80 Miles
Grange Travel 01474 357743 62 Marling Way, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 4RE 1.80 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Lewis Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Bungalow No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Istead Rise Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Downs Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Biddenden No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stoney Corner No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Ifield Court No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Golflinks Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Meopham Station Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Longfield Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sandown Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Orchard Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:30
Fawkham Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Longfield Hill Old Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Chalky Bank No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Downs Way Medical Practice 0300 4562305	Istead Rise Surgery Worcester Cl, Istead Rise Gravesend Kent DA13 9LB
Mackenzie Way Surgery 01474 566497	264 Mackenzie Way Riverview Park Gravesend Kent DA12 5TY
Oakfield Health Centre, Practice 2 01474 537123	Oakfield Health Centre Off Windsor Road Gravesend Kent DA12 5BW
Riverview Park Surgery 01474 363020	1 Whinfell Way Riverview Park Gravesend Kent DA12 4RX
Lamorna Surgery	Thomas Drive Gravesend Kent DA12 5PY

Local Stores

Istead Rise
60-62 The Parade
Istead Rise
Gravesend
Kent
DA13 9JF
01474 834208
Store Website
0.39 miles

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SPAR Tollgate
Tollgate
Watling Street
Gravesend
DA11 7NP
01474 564481
Store Website
1.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Shrubbery Veterinary Centre
65 Perry Street Northfleet Gravesend Kent DA11 8RD 01474 333141 shrubberyvet@btconnect.com Website 2.24 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Parkvets Veterinary Clinic
49 Station Road Longfield Kent DA3 7QD 01474 703377 parkvets@parkvets.com Website 2.38 miles
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Animals Treated
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Medivet Gravesend
144 Parrock Street Gravesend Kent DA12 1EY 01474 352793 gravesend@medivet.co.uk Website 2.74 miles
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Animals Treated
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Gravesend Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Imperial Retail Park Thames Way Gravesend Kent DA11 0DQ 01474546900 gravesend@vets4pets.com Website 3.00 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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The Meopham Veterinary Hospital
Wrotham Road Meopham Gravesend Kent DA13 0QG 01474 815333 enquiries@meophamvets.co.uk Website 3.05 miles
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The Shrubbery Veterinary Centre
5 The Link New Ash Green Longfield Kent DA3 8HG 01474 873370 shrubberyvet@btconnect.com Website 3.26 miles

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Local Dog Walks

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 1.33 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 1.45 miles Henhurst Rd, Cobham Da12 3An

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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 2.10 miles

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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 2.84 miles

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Darenth Country Park
Beautiful Area With A Mix Of Gravelled Paths, Woodland And Large Dog Walking Flat Areas, Almost Like A Recreation Ground. Lots Of Parts To Explore And Plenty Of Areas For Dogs To Enjoy. 23 Darenth Park Ave Lancashire 4.80 miles

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Trolley Country Park
Flat Path, Wooded. 2 The Covert Vigo Village Gravesend DA13 0SY 5.19 miles

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