Welcome to Linton

Linton is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. It is situated on the outskirts of Maidstone and is known for its picturesque countryside and historic landmarks. The village is home to a number of traditional pubs, quaint shops, and charming cottages, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. Linton is also surrounded by beautiful countryside, with rolling hills and lush green fields providing the perfect backdrop for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding.

One of the most notable landmarks in Linton is the 13th-century church of St Nicholas. This beautiful church is a fine example of medieval architecture and features a number of interesting features, including a Norman font and a 14th-century pulpit. The church is also home to a number of historic tombs and memorials, including the tomb of Sir John de Northwood, a prominent local landowner who died in 1355. Visitors to Linton can also explore the nearby Linton Park, a beautiful country estate that dates back to the 18th century.

Linton is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Kent. With its beautiful countryside, historic landmarks, and friendly locals, it is the perfect destination for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and experience the beauty of rural England. Whether you are interested in history, architecture, or simply enjoying the great outdoors, Linton has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 9.3°C

Feels Like: 5.8°C

Wind: 17.9 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Oneschool Global Uk - Maidstone Campus Other Independent School Ages:7-18 Head Teacher Mrs Laura Wiles	Heath Road Linton Maidstone Kent ME17 4HT 3000700507 School Website
Cornwallis Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mrs Samantha Mcmahon	Hubbards Lane Linton Maidstone Kent ME17 4HX 01622743152 School Website
Boughton Monchelsea Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Mandy Gibbs	Church Hill Boughton Monchelsea Maidstone Kent ME17 4HP 01622743596 School Website
Coxheath Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Giacomo Mazza	Stockett Lane Coxheath Maidstone Kent ME17 4PS 1622745553 School Website
Loose Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Trevor North	Loose Road Maidstone Kent ME15 9UW 1622743549 School Website
New Line Learning Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Sharry Mackie	Boughton Lane Maidstone Kent ME15 9QL 01622743286 School Website
Tiger Primary School Free Schools Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Isabelle Linney-Drouet	Boughton Lane Maidstone Kent ME15 9QL 01622745166 School Website
Hunton Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Anita Makey	Bishops Lane Hunton Maidstone Kent ME15 0SJ 01622820360 School Website
Five Acre Wood School Community Special School Ages:4-19 Head Teacher Mrs Peggy Murphy	Boughton Lane Maidstone Kent ME15 9QF 01622743925 School Website
East Farleigh Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Peter Goodman	Vicarage Lane East Farleigh Maidstone Kent ME15 0LY 01622726364 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
East Farleigh Station Road, East Farleigh, Kent, ME15 0JH 2.76 Miles

Marden Church Green Lane, Marden, Kent, TN12 9HS 3.09 Miles

Staplehurst Station Approach, Staplehurst, Kent, TN12 0QR 3.66 Miles

Maidstone West Station Approach, Off The Broadway, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8RJ 3.67 Miles

Maidstone Barracks Buckland Hill, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 0SQ 4.15 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Bearsted Cars 01622 609900 Queen Elizabeth Square, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 9DG 2.37 Miles
Bearsted Cars 01622 609999 21 Queen Elizabeth Square, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 9DG 2.37 Miles
Express Cabs 01622 686868 4 Orchard Industrial Estate, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 9YE 2.38 Miles
Speedwell Replica Cars 01622 721331 The Wagon Lodge Court Lodge, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 0HQ 2.40 Miles
Chariots Taxis 01622 662666 48 Cumberland Avenue, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 7JJ 2.79 Miles
Comfort Travel 07830 163393 13 The Spillway, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 6FE 3.19 Miles
Door To Door Travel 01622 725541 13 St. Margarets Cl, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8QN 3.44 Miles
Malling Taxis 01622 200225 78 Kingfishermeadow, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8RB 3.48 Miles
Express Cabs 01622 690000 14 Upper Stone Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 6EX 3.63 Miles
Rolls Royce Chauffeur Ltd 01892 730288 The Stables, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 9PN 3.67 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Wheelers Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Linton Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Hubbards Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Linton Road Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
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Coxheath Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Boughton Monchelsea Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Pippin Close Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hurst Green Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Stockett Lane Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Cock Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
East Street Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Loose Church Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Boughton Quarries Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Loose Post Office Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Greensand Health Centre 01622 745585	Heath Road Linton Maidstone Kent ME17 4NU
The Orchard Medical Centre	146 Heath Road Coxheath Maidstone ME17 4PL
Wallis Avenue 01622 686963	The Surgery Wallis Avenue,Parkwood Maidstone Kent ME15 9JJ
Greensands Branch Surgery (Loose) - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Boughton Lane Maidstone ME15 9QJ
The Loose Medical Centre	1 Boughton Lane Loose Maidstone Kent ME15 9QJ

Local Stores

Maidstone - Willington Street
427 Willington Street
Maidstone
Kent
ME15 8HD
01622 752476
Store Website
2.83 miles

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SPAR Maidstone
4-6
Upper Fant Road
Maidstone
ME16 8DN
01622 664160
Store Website
3.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Sounder Equine Ltd
Stilebridge Barn Stilebridge Lane Marden Kent TN12 9BB 07922 955216 sounderequine@outlook.com Website 1.13 miles

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Coxheath Veterinary Clinic Ltd
6 Westerhill Road Coxheath Maidstone Kent ME17 4DG 01622 743888 tibbittsvet@btconnect.com Website 1.27 miles
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Maidstone Vets4pets Ltd
128 Sutton Road Maidstone Kent ME15 9BY 01622 686817 maidstone@vets4pets.com Website 2.59 miles
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Mote Park Veterinary Surgery
Northumberland Court Northumberland Road Maidstone Kent ME15 7LW 01622 759761 2.85 miles

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Pennard Vets Langley Park
Unit 3, Laight Road Maidstone Kent ME17 3FU 01622 808084 langleypark@pennardvetgroup.co.uk Website 2.90 miles
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Pattenden Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Segro House Pattenden Lane Marden Kent TN12 9QJ 01622397900 info@pattendenvets.com Website 2.97 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Hayle Park Nature Reserve
A Hidden Gem In Tovil. Maidstone Lancashire ME15 6XL 2.83 miles We Enter This Location Through Caernarvon Drive.

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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 3.77 miles

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Cobtree Manor Park
Really Nice Walk For The Dogs. There Is A Refreshment Area / Cafe For A Cup Of Tea Or A Bacon Sandwich On A Sunday Morning. Currently They Are Building A Purpose Built Cafe For This. Also There Is A Big Wooden Playground With Climbing Frames, Slides, Swings. Free Parking. Really Nice People Walking There Dog And Everyone Is Really Friendly. Endeavour House 259 Forstal Rd Aylesford Lancashire ME20 7AQ 5.73 miles

Location what3words pigs.ahead.ratty

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 7.88 miles

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Dene Park
Lovely Forest Walk. Plenty A Different Paths For You To Get Lost In That All Lead Back To The Car Park. Lovely Stream For Them To Play In. Dene Park Lancashire 9.31 miles

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Dering Woods
A Lovely Easy Walk, This Wood Is Part Of The Woodland Trust, So The Paths Are Kept Clear All Year Round. It Can Get Quite Muddy During The Winter Months, Also There Are Active Bridal Ways So You May Occasionally Bump Into The Odd Horse Here And There. Lots Of Local People Use The Woods As Their Local Walking Spot So Lots Of Dogs Will Be There! Smarden Bell Rd Smarden 9.42 miles

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Weather Forecast

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

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-13.3°C	-14.2°C	-14.9°C	-15.4°C	-15.5°C	-14°C	-11.6°C	-9.6°C	-8.8°C	-8.8°C	-11.1°C	-11.1°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22.9°C	-23.5°C	-23.1°C	-23°C	-21.9°C	-17.6°C	-15.4°C	-11.3°C	-11.1°C	-15°C	-16.6°C

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

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-12.1°C	-11.9°C	-11.5°C	-11°C	-7.8°C	-4.2°C	0.2°C	3.6°C	4.4°C	2.5°C	0.4°C	-0.4°C
Feels Like	-17.8°C	-18.4°C	-18.8°C	-18.8°C	-15.3°C	-11.1°C	-5.8°C	-1.5°C	0°C	-1.3°C	-3.5°C	-4.8°C

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

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast
Temp	-1.3°C	-1.8°C	-1.6°C	-0.8°C	0.4°C	2.5°C	5.5°C	6.7°C	6.1°C	4.2°C	2.9°C	0.6°C
Feels Like	-5.8°C	-6.3°C	-6.2°C	-5.5°C	-4.3°C	-1.9°C	1.4°C	3°C	2.6°C	0.6°C	-0.9°C	-3.5°C

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