Welcome to Postling

Postling is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. It is situated on the eastern side of the North Downs, which is a range of hills that runs through the county. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with rolling hills and fields of crops. The area is popular with walkers and hikers, who come to explore the many footpaths and bridleways that criss-cross the landscape.

The village itself is small, with a population of around 200 people. It has a church, a pub, and a village hall, which is used for community events and meetings. The church, St Mary and St Radegund, dates back to the 12th century and is a Grade II listed building. The pub, The Black Horse, is a traditional English pub that serves food and drink to locals and visitors alike. It is a popular spot for walkers and cyclists who stop off for a pint and a bite to eat.

Postling is a peaceful and picturesque village that offers a glimpse into rural life in England. It is a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the tranquillity of the countryside. Whether you are a keen walker, a history buff, or simply looking for a quiet spot to relax, Postling is well worth a visit. With its charming village pub, historic church, and stunning scenery, it is a hidden gem that is waiting to be discovered.

Local Weather

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Temp: 2.4°C

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Wind: 13 MPH

Wind Dir: NW

Local Schools

School Details
Lyminge Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Ms Matt Day
Church Road
Lyminge
Folkestone
Kent
CT18 8JA
01303862367
School Website
Brockhill Park Performing Arts College
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Charles Joseph
Sandling Road
Saltwood
Hythe
Kent
CT21 4HL
01303265521
School Website
Saltwood C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Paul Newton
Grange Road
Saltwood
Hythe
Kent
CT21 4QS
01303266058
School Website
Stowting Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Uden
Stowting
Stowting Hill
Ashford
Kent
TN25 6BE
01303862375
School Website
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Nicola Clarke
St John's Road
Hythe
Kent
CT21 4BE
1303266578
School Website
Sellindge Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Miss Joanne Wren
Main Road
Sellindge
Ashford
Kent
TN25 6JY
01303812073
School Website
Lympne Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Steve Owen
Octavian Drive
Lympne
Hythe
Kent
CT21 4JG
01303268041
School Website
Hythe Bay C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Carolyn Chivers
Cinque Ports Avenue
Hythe
Kent
CT21 6HS
01303267802
School Website
Folkestone St Martins Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Elizabeth Carter
Horn Street
Folkestone
Kent
CT20 3JJ
01303238888
School Website
Cheriton Primary School
Foundation School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Ms Angela Maxted
Church Road
Folkestone
Kent
CT20 3EP
01303276112
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Sandling
Off Sandling Road, Sandling, Kent, CT21 4HH
1.49 Miles
Westenhanger
Stone Street, Westenhanger, Kent, TN25 6DE
1.58 Miles
Folkestone West
Station Approach, Off Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3PA
4.31 Miles
Folkestone Central
Station Approach, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5HB
4.94 Miles
Wye
Bridge Street, Wye, Kent, TN25 5EB
7.81 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Airport Solutions
07964 063344
25 Horn St, Hythe, Kent, CT21 5SL
3.33 Miles
Pro Cars
07771 164060
Millstream Cottage, Hythe, Kent, CT21 5SL
3.33 Miles
Direct Line Cars
01797 361075
10 Palmarsh Cr, Hythe, Kent, CT21 6NX
3.60 Miles
1St Choice Cars
01303 242428
Caesars Way, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 4AH
3.78 Miles
A R L Prestige Hire
01303 891985
15 Sandpiper Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT18 7TA
3.98 Miles
Premier Taxis
01303 270000
337 Cheriton Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 4BQ
3.99 Miles
Silverstar Cars
01303 760409
Hawkinge, Folkestone, Kent, CT18 7QH
4.25 Miles
Taxi Direct
07919 093170
41 Kingsnorth Gardens, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2QP
4.91 Miles
Folkestone Airport Taxis
07852 299158
8 Castle Hill Avenue, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2QT
5.16 Miles
Folkestone Taxi Co Ltd
01303 252000
113 Sandgate Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2BL
5.36 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Postling
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The Farthing
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New Barn
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The Drum
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Hempton Lane
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Each End Hill
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Stanford
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Four Went Ways
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Newingreen Service Station
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Sandling Station
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Church Road
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Bedingfield Way
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Silverlands
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Lyminge Post Office
No More Collections Today
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Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Hempstead
No More Collections Today
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Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
New Lyminge Surgery
01303 863160
The New Lyminge Surgery
Greenbanks, Lyminge
Folkestone
Kent
CT18 8NS
Church Road
01303 862109
The Surgery
Church Road,Lyminge
Folkestone
Kent
CT18 8HY
Sellindge Surgery
01303 812180
The Surgery
Main Road, Sellindge
Ashford
Kent
TN25 6JX
Canterbury Anticoagulation Service
01303 267876
Eakins-Anticoag Service
110 High Street
Hythe
Kent
CT21 5LE
Ashford Anticoagulation Service
01303 267876
Eakins-Anticoag Service
110 High Street
Hythe
Kent
CT21 5LE
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Local Stores

Sellindge
Main Road
Sellindge
Ashford
Kent
TN25 6JA
01303 812801
Store Website
2.59 miles
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SPAR - Bridgefield Mini Market
Unit 1
Ryeland Way
Ashford
TN25 7FU
01233 340513
Store Website
8.0 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Manor Veterinary Clinic
Methodist Church Hall
Church Road
Lyminge
Folkestone
Kent
CT18 8JA
01303 273203
office@manorveterinaryclinic.co.uk
Website
1.53 miles
Animals Treated
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Cats

Dogs

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Barrow Hill Veterinary Centre
Barrow Hill Veterinary
2 Fort Road
Hythe
Kent
CT21 6JS
01303 269000
hythe@barrowhill-vets.com
Website
2.89 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
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Cats

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Hythe Veterinary Centre
Osborne House
3-5 Portland Road
Hythe
Kent
CT21 6EG
01303 260003
hello@hythevetcentre.co.uk
Website
2.96 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

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Poultry

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Lingfield East
Little Droveway Stud
Droveway
Stelling Minnis
Canterbury
Kent
CT4 6AJ
01303 768530
east@lingfieldequinevets.co.uk
Website
3.92 miles
Animals Treated
Equines

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Manor Veterinary Clinic
Shearway Business Park
Shearway Road
Folkestone
Kent
CT19 4RH
01303 273203
admin@manorveterinaryclinic.co.uk
Website
3.93 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Puppy party 8-9am (pre-booked)
Sun09:0013:00
Hawkinge Veterinary Surgery
Jhe Thompson Limited
9B Defiant Close
Hawkinge
Kent
CT18 7SU
01303 764190
Website
4.22 miles
Animals Treated
Aquatics

Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

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Local Dog Walks

North Downs Way
Following A Wooded Walk From Elham Valley Railway Towards Folkestone
1 Peene Cottages
2.59 miles

Location
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Hythe Canal
Free Parking At Botolphs Bridge In West Hythe. The Canal Path Runs Left And Right From Here. Flat And Level Walk Where Dogs Can Run Off Lead Either On A Path Or Up On A Grassy Bank. Dogs Can Swim At Points Along The Canal. The Tow Path Is Popular With Cyclists And Horses But The Grassy Top Is Reserved For Bikers And Dogs Only. Beautiful Scenery And Even A Chance To See Wild African Animals As The Route Passes The Plains Of Port Lympne Safari Park- Who Knew There Were Zebras And Giraffes Roaming Free In Kent! Lots Of Picnic Areas On Route, But No Toilet Or Refreshments On Route, Although Pubs Nearby Are Dog Friendly
27-45 Burmarsh Rd
3.25 miles

Location
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Canal Hythe Port Lympne
Starting At The Car Park In West Hythe Follow The Royal Military Canal Path West, After About 1Km (You Will Be Running Parallel With Port Lympne Zoo), There Is A Footpath On The Right That Takes You Up Through The Park.
W Hythe Rd
West Hythe
Hythe
CT21 4NT
3.33 miles

The Carpark Is On The North Side Of The Canal Off The West Hythe Road.
Location
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West Hythe Canal
Lazy Afternoon Walk Route. We Walked To Hythe High Street And Went To A Dog Friendly Pub For Dinner Which Was Lovely! There Are A Number Of Dog Friendly Pubs In The Area.
3 Seabrook Grove
Hythe
CT21 5QZ
3.50 miles

Location
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Reinden Woods
The Paths Through Reinden Wood, A Mixed Deciduous And Coniferous Woodland, Are A Combination Of Public Bridleway And Permissive Paths Agreed With The Mod. It Is A Surfaced Route For The Most Part, With Some Uneven Ground.
1 The Paddocks
Densole
Folkestone
CT18 7BL
4.48 miles

Sign Posted As Mod -There Are Parking Places At The Start Of The Walk, Off The A260 Between Hawkinge And Densole.
Location
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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
9.57 miles

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