Welcome to Ringlestone

Ringlestone is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. It is situated approximately 2 miles to the east of the town of Maidstone and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its historic buildings, including the Grade II listed Ringlestone Farmhouse, which dates back to the 16th century. The village is also home to a number of farms and agricultural businesses, which contribute to the local economy.

One of the most notable features of Ringlestone is its church, St. Peter and St. Paul. The church dates back to the 12th century and is a beautiful example of Norman architecture. It features a number of interesting features, including a 14th-century font and a 15th-century rood screen. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village.

Despite its small size, Ringlestone has a strong sense of community. The village has a number of local events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas fair. There is also a village hall, which is used for a variety of activities and events, including yoga classes, art exhibitions, and community meetings. Overall, Ringlestone is a charming and picturesque village that offers a peaceful and idyllic way of life.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 3°C

Feels Like: -3.1°C

Wind: 22.4 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
St Pauls Infant School Community School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Miss Julie Oakley	Hillary Road Maidstone Kent ME14 2BS 01622753322 School Website
North Borough Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Miss Jenny Chiverton	Peel Street Maidstone Kent ME14 2BP 01622754708 School Website
Maidstone Grammar School For Girls Foundation School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Miss Deborah Stanley	Buckland Road Maidstone Kent ME16 0SF 01622752103 School Website
The Maplesden Noakes School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Richard Owen	Buckland Road Maidstone Kent ME16 0TJ 01622759036 School Website
Brunswick House Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Wendy Skinner	Leafy Lane Maidstone Kent ME16 0QQ 01622752102 School Website
Sandling Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Coombes	Ashburnham Road Penenden Heath Maidstone Kent ME14 2JG 01622763297 School Website
Mepa Academy Other Independent School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Mandy Ellen	27 & 29 Earl Street Maidstone Kent ME14 1PF 1622756644 School Website
Allington Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs C Howson	Hildenborough Crescent London Road Maidstone Kent ME16 0PG 01622757350 School Website
Maidstone And Malling Alternative Provision Pupil Referral Unit Ages:12-17 Head Teacher Mrs Stacie Smith	Bower Mount Road Maidstone Kent ME16 8AU 01622753772 School Website
Palace Wood Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Clare Cairns	Ash Grove Allington Maidstone Kent ME16 0AB 01622750084 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Maidstone Barracks Buckland Hill, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 0SQ 0.60 Miles

Maidstone East Station Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1QN 0.61 Miles

Maidstone West Station Approach, Off The Broadway, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8RJ 1.07 Miles

Barming Hermitage Lane, East Barming, Kent, ME16 9NS 1.69 Miles

Aylesford Station Road, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7JL 2.48 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Ace Private Hire 01622 753100 Alexandra Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 2TE 0.43 Miles
Oasis Limos Kent 0800 234 3552 Oasis House, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 3AJ 0.62 Miles
Smart Travel 07831 183029 Palmar Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 0DL 0.64 Miles
M And A Taxis 01622 690101 Unit G 3, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 0ST 0.64 Miles
Kent Airport Taxis 07896 061607 Earl House/Earl St, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1PD 0.83 Miles
Oscars Private Hire 01622 686180 6 Mid Kent Shopping Centre/Castle Rd, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 0PU 0.89 Miles
Sapphire Cars 01622 663000 2 Medway Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1JS 0.89 Miles
Cavalier Taxis 01622 754000 30C Church St, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1EN 0.90 Miles
Maidstone Taxi 01622 414456 56 High Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1SY 1.02 Miles
Coxheath Cars 01622 682110 8 River Bank Close, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 7SE 1.13 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Ringlestone Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:00:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Invicta Park Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Dickens Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ringlestone Crescent Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hope Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hardy Street Old Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Sandling Road Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Sandling Lane Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:15
Tintern Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Maidstone Industrial Estate Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
80A London Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Castle Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Braunstone Drive Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Week Street Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Upper Boxley Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Maidstone Medical Centre	Maidstone Medical Centre Invicta Park Sandling Road Maidstone Kent ME14 2NA
Brewer Street 01622 755419	4 Brewer Street Maidstone Kent ME14 1RU
College Practice Allington	26 Tichborne Close Maidstone Kent ME16 0RY
Bower Mount Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	1 Bower Mount Road Maidstone Kent ME16 8AX
Bower Mount Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	1 Bower Mount Road Maidstone Kent ME16 8AX

Local Stores

Maidstone - Loose Road
1 Loose Road
Maidstone
Kent
ME15 7BW
01622 681109
Store Website
1.46 miles

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SPAR - Chatham Road
Chatham Road Service Station
Chatham Road
Maidstone
ME14 2ND
01622 683597
Store Website
0.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Maidstone - Alphapet Veterinary Centre
4 Boxley Road Maidstone Kent ME14 2TH 01622 688557 maidstone@medivet.co.uk Website 0.52 miles
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Animals Treated
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Dna Vetcare Ltd T/A Pinebank Veterinery Surgery
85B London Road Maidstone Kent ME16 0DX 01622 755 098 0.69 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 0.73 miles
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Pennard Vets Allington
5 Mid-Kent Shopping Centre Castle Road Allington Maidstone Kent ME16 0PU 01622 663166 allington@pennardvetgroup.co.uk Website 0.87 miles
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Pennard Vets Maidstone
27 College Road Maidstone Kent ME15 6SX 01622 752154 maidstone@pennardvetgroup.co.uk Website 1.33 miles
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Newnham Court Veterinary Hospital
Pets Ltd Newnham Court, Bearsted Road Weavering Maidstone Kent ME14 5EL 01622 734555 enquiries@newnhamvets.com Website 1.53 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 1.20 miles

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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 1.28 miles

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Hayle Park Nature Reserve
A Hidden Gem In Tovil. Maidstone Lancashire ME15 6XL 1.95 miles We Enter This Location Through Caernarvon Drive.

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

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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 5.72 miles

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Trolley Country Park
Flat Path, Wooded. 2 The Covert Vigo Village Gravesend DA13 0SY 7.99 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	9.2°C	8.1°C	7.3°C	6.5°C	5.4°C	5.8°C	7.9°C	13.5°C	14.5°C	11.7°C	7.4°C	5.2°C
Feels Like	6.9°C	6.1°C	4.7°C	3.4°C	2.4°C	2.7°C	5°C	12.8°C	13.6°C	10.2°C	5.5°C	3°C

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Partly Cloudy
Temp	3.8°C	2.7°C	1.5°C	1.1°C	1.4°C	4.3°C	9.3°C	12.4°C	12.8°C	11.3°C	9.6°C	9.2°C
Feels Like	1.3°C	0.3°C	-1.3°C	-2.1°C	-1.1°C	2.2°C	7.6°C	11.1°C	11.8°C	10°C	7.7°C	7°C

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

	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast	Heavy rain at times	Moderate rain	Moderate rain	Heavy rain at times	Moderate or heavy rain in area with thunder	Moderate or heavy rain in area with thunder	Overcast	Overcast
Temp	7.8°C	7.4°C	7.2°C	6.9°C	7.2°C	8.1°C	9.7°C	12.3°C	14.1°C	14.8°C	15°C	11.4°C
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