Welcome to Northwood

Northwood is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. It is situated on the outskirts of the town of Sittingbourne and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 1,500 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. Northwood is a popular destination for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding.

One of the main attractions in Northwood is the Northwood Hills Nature Reserve. This beautiful reserve covers an area of around 50 acres and is home to a variety of wildlife including deer, foxes, and badgers. The reserve is also home to a number of rare plant species and is a popular destination for birdwatchers. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely walk through the reserve and take in the stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Northwood is also home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks. One of the most notable is the Northwood House, a beautiful Georgian mansion that dates back to the 18th century. The house is now used as a community center and is a popular venue for weddings and other events. Other historic buildings in the village include the Northwood Church, which dates back to the 12th century, and the Northwood Mill, a 19th-century watermill that has been restored and is now open to the public.

Local Schools

School	Details
Dame Janet Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Sam Atkinson	Newington Road Ramsgate Kent CT12 6QY 01843591807 School Website
The Royal Harbour Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Simon Pullen	Newlands Lane Ramsgate Kent CT12 6RH 1843572500
St Georges Church Of England Foundation School Foundation School Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mrs Adam Mirams	Westwood Road Broadstairs Kent CT10 2LH 01843861696 School Website
Bromstone Primary School Broadstairs Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs James Williams	Rumfields Road Broadstairs Kent CT10 2PW 01843867010 School Website
Small Haven School Other Independent Special School Ages:6-19 Head Teacher Directors Marissa Morgan	146-150 Newington Road Ramsgate Kent Kent CT12 6PT 1843597088 School Website
Laleham Gap School Community Special School Ages:4-16 Head Teacher Mrs Les Milton	Ozengell Place Ramsgate Kent CT12 6FH 01843570598 School Website
Dane Court Grammar School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Martin Jones	Broadstairs Road Broadstairs Kent CT10 2RT 01843864941 School Website
St Lawrence College Junior School Other Independent School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ellen Rowe	College Road Ramsgate Kent CT11 7AF 1843572912 School Website
St Lawrence College Other Independent School Ages:10-18 Head Teacher Mr Barney Durrant	College Road Ramsgate Kent CT11 7AE 1843572900 School Website
The Charles Dickens School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Warren Smith	Broadstairs Road Broadstairs Kent CT10 2RL 1843862988 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Ramsgate Station Approach Road, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 7RE 0.92 Miles

Dumpton Park Off Herseson Road, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 7EW 1.12 Miles

Broadstairs Lloyd Road, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 1HZ 1.39 Miles

Margate Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD 2.57 Miles

Westgate-On-Sea Station Road, Westgate-On-Sea, Kent, CT8 8QY 3.41 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Compare A Cab Ltd 01304 368601 424 Margate Rd, Ramsgate, Kent, CT12 6SR 0.37 Miles
Sec Airports 07743 906823 111 Newington Road, Ramsgate, Kent, CT12 6PU 0.65 Miles
Thanet Cars 01843 866666 32 High Street, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 2TQ 0.94 Miles
Jillys Cars 01843 867676 High Street, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 2TQ 0.94 Miles
Chauffeur Cars 01843 868686 28 High Street, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 2TQ 0.94 Miles
Portcullis Chauffeur Solutions 01843 808026 Station Approach Road, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 7RJ 1.03 Miles
Jilly's Cars 01843 582277 Newington Community Centre, Ramsgate, Kent, CT12 6HX 1.04 Miles
Chauffeur Hire 01843 595959 1 The Broadway, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 2AD 1.27 Miles
Broadstairs Taxis Ltd 01843 869999 166 High Street, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 1JA 1.39 Miles
Central Cars 01843 226100 High St, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 1JJ 1.49 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Northwood Post Office (Londis) Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Coxes Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pysons Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Highfield No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Allenby Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Haine Cross Road Post Office Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Martins Close No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Westwood Cross Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
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Asda Supermarket Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Whitehall No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fair Street/Fairfield Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stirling Way No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:15 Saturday Last Collection:07:15
Dane Court Gardens No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Ridgeway No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Summerhill Surgery 01843 591758	Summerhill Surgery 243 Margate Road Ramsgate Kent CT12 6SU
Newington Road Surgery 01843 595951	100 Newington Road Ramsgate Kent CT12 6EW
St Peter's Surgery 01843 608860	St Peter's Surgery 6 Oaklands Ave,St Peter's Broadstairs Kent CT10 2SQ
Mocketts Wood Surgery 03000 426130	The Mockett's Wood Surg. Hopeville Ave, St Peters Broadstairs Kent CT10 2TR
Dashwood Medical Centre 0300 0427007	Dashwood House 158-160 Grange Road Ramsgate Kent CT11 9PR

Local Stores

St Peters
Hopeville Avenue
St. Peters
Broadstairs
Kent
CT10 2TR
01843 861185
Store Website
1.04 miles

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SPAR Ramsgate
7 St John's Crescent
Newington
Ramsgate
CT12 6FF
01843 591889
Store Website
0.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Companion Care (Broadstairs) Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 1B East Kent Retail Park Westwood Road Broadstairs Kent CT10 2RQ 01843 608430 broadstairs@companioncare.co.uk Website 0.57 miles
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Plunketts - Ramsgate Veterinary Surgery
Unit 4 Princes Road Ramsgate Kent CT11 7SA 01843591899 plunketts@cvsvets.com Website 0.89 miles
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Vet 2 U
4 Wilton Road Haine Industrial Estate Ramsgate Kent CT12 5HG 01843 606867 enquiries@vet2u.direct Website 0.94 miles

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Briar House Veterinary Surgery
13-15 St Peters Road Broadstairs Kent CT10 2AG 01843 863395 briarhouse@briarhouse.plus.com 1.26 miles

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Thanet Vets
College Road Margate Kent CT9 5TP 01843 226678 enquiries@thanetvets.com Website 1.92 miles
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Margate Pdsa Pet Clinic
292 Northdown Road Margate Kent CT9 2PT 01843 269933 Website 2.27 miles


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Local Dog Walks

Sandwich Bay
Pebble And Sandy Private Beach Walk. Charge To Access The Beach, But No Time Limit And Great At Low Tide. Sandwich Lancashire 4.25 miles

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Willow Woods
Small Wooded Area Just Outside Of Deal. Deal Lancashire 10.73 miles

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Singledge Lane Woods
Public Footpath Route Through A Woods. Leads Off Through The Fields Or A Circular Path Through The Wood. Some Parking At The Side Of The Road But Limited. Near Dover Clay Pigeon Shooting Club So Bear This In Mind If Your Dog Is Nervous Of Load Noises. Singledge Ln Shepherdswell Dover CT15 5AF 14.00 miles

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The Pine Garden To North Foreland Lighthouse
Open Countryside Walk From The Pines Garden And Café At St Margeret's Bay Between Dover And Deal, Follow The Road Up And Eventually You Will Come To The Lighthouse Which Is National Trust And Has A Café. Beach Rd St Margaret'S At Cliffe 14.20 miles Follow The Hill Down To St Margaret'S Bay And Look For The Sign Post On The Right.

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Kearsney Abbey
Lovely Walk Through A Park And Wooded Area. Great For Kids And Lots Of Water For Adventurous Dogs. 12 Kearsney Ave Temple Ewell Dover CT16 3BU 15.24 miles

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The White Cliffs Of Dover
A Linear Dog Friendly Walk Along The White Cliffs Of Dover Towards And Reaching South Foreland Lighthouse. The White Cliffs Are A National Trust Site, Allowing For Plenty Of Parking And A Visitor Centre With A Gift Shop And Cafe, Which Offer Outside Seating For You And Your Dog. CT15 5NA 15.49 miles Follow The Brown Signs From The A258 Duke Of York’S Roundabout; 3Rd Exit Towards Dover Town Centre, After 1 Mile Turn Left Into Upper Road. The Entrance Is On The Right After 1 Mile, At The Sharp Bend In The Road.

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