Welcome to Loose

Loose Kent 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 buildings. The village has a population of around 2,000 people and is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the main attractions in Loose Kent is the Loose Valley Conservation Area. This area is home to a variety of wildlife and is a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The conservation area is also home to a number of walking trails, which offer visitors the chance to explore the beautiful countryside and take in the stunning views.

Another popular attraction in Loose Kent is the Loose Village Hall. This historic building dates back to the 19th century and is a popular venue for community events and celebrations. The hall is also home to a number of clubs and societies, including a local history group and a gardening club. Overall, Loose Kent is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and natural beauty of the Kent countryside.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 3.3°C

Feels Like: 1.9°C

Wind: 3.6 MPH

Wind Dir: W

Local Schools

School	Details
Loose Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Trevor North	Loose Road Maidstone Kent ME15 9UW 1622743549 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
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
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
Five Acre Wood School Community Special School Ages:4-19 Head Teacher Mrs Peggy Murphy	Boughton Lane Maidstone Kent ME15 9QF 01622743925 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
Oaks Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Tom Moore	Oak Tree Avenue Maidstone Kent ME15 9AX 01622755960 School Website
Molehill Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Laura Smith	Hereford Road Maidstone Kent ME15 7ND 01622751729 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
East Farleigh Station Road, East Farleigh, Kent, ME15 0JH 1.64 Miles

Maidstone West Station Approach, Off The Broadway, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8RJ 2.08 Miles

Maidstone East Station Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1QN 2.55 Miles

Maidstone Barracks Buckland Hill, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 0SQ 2.56 Miles

Barming Hermitage Lane, East Barming, Kent, ME16 9NS 3.45 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Bearsted Cars 01622 609999 21 Queen Elizabeth Square, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 9DG 1.20 Miles
Bearsted Cars 01622 609900 Queen Elizabeth Square, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 9DG 1.20 Miles
Speedwell Replica Cars 01622 721331 The Wagon Lodge Court Lodge, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 0HQ 1.26 Miles
Chariots Taxis 01622 662666 48 Cumberland Avenue, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 7JJ 1.36 Miles
Comfort Travel 07830 163393 13 The Spillway, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 6FE 1.68 Miles
Express Cabs 01622 686868 4 Orchard Industrial Estate, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 9YE 1.88 Miles
Malling Taxis 01622 200225 78 Kingfishermeadow, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8RB 1.89 Miles
Express Cabs 01622 690000 14 Upper Stone Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 6EX 2.02 Miles
Door To Door Travel 01622 725541 13 St. Margarets Cl, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8QN 2.09 Miles
Maidstone Taxi 01622 414456 56 High Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1SY 2.13 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Loose Church 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:
Pickering Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Norrington Road 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
Loose Court Estate Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Busbridge Road 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
Hubbards Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Boughton Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Boughton Monchelsea Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Wilberforce Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Broadoak Avenue Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Loose Road Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Stockett Lane Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00

Local GP Practices

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

Local Stores

Maidstone - Shepway Estate
48-49 Northumberland Court
Northumberland Road
Maidstone
Kent
ME15 7LW
01622 753104
Store Website
1.49 miles

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

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Coxheath Veterinary Clinic Ltd
6 Westerhill Road Coxheath Maidstone Kent ME17 4DG 01622 743888 tibbittsvet@btconnect.com Website 1.19 miles
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Maidstone Vets4pets Ltd
128 Sutton Road Maidstone Kent ME15 9BY 01622 686817 maidstone@vets4pets.com Website 1.21 miles
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Mote Park Veterinary Surgery
Northumberland Court Northumberland Road Maidstone Kent ME15 7LW 01622 759761 1.47 miles

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Pennard Vets Maidstone
27 College Road Maidstone Kent ME15 6SX 01622 752154 maidstone@pennardvetgroup.co.uk Website 1.83 miles
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Pennard Vets Langley Park
Unit 3, Laight Road Maidstone Kent ME17 3FU 01622 808084 langleypark@pennardvetgroup.co.uk Website 2.18 miles
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Community Pet Clinic
Inside Jollyes Pet Store London Road Retail Park Maidstone Kent ME16 0DT 01622 769704 maidstone@jollyes.co.uk 2.55 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Hayle Park Nature Reserve
A Hidden Gem In Tovil. Maidstone Lancashire ME15 6XL 1.21 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 2.16 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 4.19 miles

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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 6.70 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 8.30 miles What3word Location Of Car Park Entrance: Quilt.Skirt.Worksheet Coordinates: 51°21'32?N 0°33'15?E

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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 9.50 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	-1°C	-1°C	-0.2°C	1.1°C	1.8°C	2.2°C	2.6°C	2.9°C	3°C	8.3°C	2.9°C	0.8°C
Feels Like	-4°C	-4.6°C	-4.1°C	-3°C	-2.4°C	-1.8°C	-1.1°C	0.4°C	1°C	0.4°C	1°C	-1.2°C

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Temp	2.4°C	2.7°C	2.6°C	2.4°C	2.1°C	2°C	2.3°C	5.6°C	5.3°C	4.1°C	3.6°C	3.1°C
Feels Like	-0.3°C	-0.8°C	-1.5°C	-2.4°C	-2.9°C	-3°C	-2.8°C	1.7°C	1.3°C	-0.1°C	-0.3°C	0.2°C

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Temp	2.8°C	2.6°C	2.5°C	2.4°C	2.5°C	3.9°C	6°C	8.3°C	10°C	8.6°C	7.3°C	7°C
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