Welcome to Staplehurst

Staplehurst is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. It is situated between the towns of Maidstone and Cranbrook and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the 11th century when it was mentioned in the Domesday Book. Today, it is a thriving community with a population of around 5,000 people.

One of the main attractions in Staplehurst is the All Saints Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is a beautiful example of medieval architecture and is known for its stunning stained glass windows. Another popular attraction is the Staplehurst Railway Station, which was the site of a tragic train crash in 1865. The station has since been rebuilt and is now a busy commuter hub for those travelling to London and other parts of Kent.

Staplehurst is also home to a number of local businesses, including shops, restaurants, and pubs. The village has a strong sense of community, with regular events and activities taking place throughout the year. These include the annual Staplehurst Carnival, which features a parade, live music, and a funfair. Overall, Staplehurst is a charming village with a rich history and a strong sense of community spirit.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: -1.7°C

Feels Like: -5.1°C

Wind: 5.6 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Staplehurst School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Lucy Davenport	Gybbon Rise Staplehurst Tonbridge Kent TN12 0LZ 01580891765 School Website
Frittenden Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Nichola Costello	Frittenden Cranbrook Kent TN17 2DD 01580852250 School Website
Marden Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Niall Dosad	Goudhurst Road Marden Tonbridge Kent TN12 9JX 1622831393 School Website
Headcorn Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Sarah Symonds	Kings Road Headcorn Ashford Kent TN27 9QT 01622891289 School Website
Bethany School Other Independent School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Francie Healy	Goudhurst Cranbrook Kent TN17 1LB 1580211273 School Website
Sissinghurst Voluntary Aided Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Holman	Common Road Sissinghurst Cranbrook Kent TN17 2BH 01580713895 School Website
Colliers Green Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Josephine Hopkins	Colliers Green Cranbrook Kent TN17 2LR 01580211335 School Website
Sutton Valence School Other Independent School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mr James Thomas	North Street Sutton Valence Maidstone Kent ME17 3HL 1622845203 School Website
Sutton Valence Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Marianne Terry	North Street Sutton Valence Maidstone Kent ME17 3HT 01622842188 School Website
Cranbrook Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Francesca Shaw	Carriers Road Cranbrook Kent TN17 3JZ 01580713249 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Staplehurst Station Approach, Staplehurst, Kent, TN12 0QR 0.70 Miles

Marden Church Green Lane, Marden, Kent, TN12 9HS 2.78 Miles

Headcorn Station Road, Headcorn, Kent, TN27 9SD 3.32 Miles

East Farleigh Station Road, East Farleigh, Kent, ME15 0JH 7.07 Miles

Paddock Wood Station Approach, Paddock Wood, Kent, TN12 6ER 7.20 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
M T C Taxis 01622 890003 10 Surrenden Road, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 0LX 0.18 Miles
L T J Chauffeurs 01580 890483 Manorbier/Marden Rd, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 0PB 0.54 Miles
Richard's Private Care Hire 01622 832252 Widehurst Bungalows, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 9LN 1.81 Miles
Rolls Royce Chauffeur Ltd 01892 730288 The Stables, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 9PN 4.21 Miles
Express Cabs 01622 686868 4 Orchard Industrial Estate, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 9YE 5.07 Miles
Maidstone Taxi Co 01622 890003 Partridges Yard/Monks Hill, Ashford, Kent, TN27 8QJ 5.17 Miles
F G K Cars 01580 712299 Unit 6 Hartley Dyke Business Centre, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 3QG 5.54 Miles
Clarkes Minibus Hire 01580 292095 4 Woolpack Corner, Ashford, Kent, TN27 8BU 5.57 Miles
Gateway Taxis 01892 725727 Brenchley Rd, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 8DN 5.72 Miles
Bearsted Cars 01622 609900 Queen Elizabeth Square, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 9DG 5.83 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Staplehurst Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Staplehurst Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bower Walk Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mccabe Close Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Headcorn Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Church Green Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Oliver Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Quarter Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Station Road Old Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lodge Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
West End Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Clapper Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sweetlands Corner Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Bathurst Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Knoxbridge Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Staplehurst Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Offens Drive Staplehurst Tonbridge TN12 0LB
Malling Health Four 01580 891220	Staplehurst Health Centre Offens Drive, Staplehurst Tonbridge Kent TN12 0LB
Marden Medical Centre 01622 831257	Marden Medical Centre Church Green, Marden Tonbridge Kent TN12 9HP
Headcorn Surgery 01622 890294	Headcorn Surgery Grigg Lane Headcorn Kent TN27 9AA
Sutton Valence Group Practice 01622 842212	Sutton Valence Group Prac South Lane Sutton Valence Maidstone, Kent ME17 3BD

Local Stores

Cranbrook
58 High Street
Cranbrook
Kent
TN17 3DN
01580 714410
Store Website
4.53 miles

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SPAR Staplehurst
9 - 11
The Parade
Staplehurst
TN12 0LA
01580 891734
Store Website

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Little Hoppers Animal Hospital Group - Staplehurst
Stable Cottage Rathbond House High Street Staplehurst Kent TN12 0AD 01580 847277 staplehurst@littlehoppersvets.co.uk Website 0.06 miles
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Pattenden Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Segro House Pattenden Lane Marden Kent TN12 9QJ 01622397900 info@pattendenvets.com Website 2.93 miles
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Medivet Headcorn
The Chalet North Street Headcorn Kent TN27 9NN 01622 890351 headcorn@medivet.co.uk Website 3.08 miles

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Sounder Equine Ltd
Stilebridge Barn Stilebridge Lane Marden Kent TN12 9BB 07922 955216 sounderequine@outlook.com Website 3.22 miles

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Green Lane Veterinary Clinic
Shenley Farm Shenley Road Headcorn Ashford Kent TN27 9HX 01622 890245 4.09 miles

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Medivet Cranbrook
Brooksden High Street Cranbrook Kent TN17 3DT 01580 713381 cranbrook@medivet.co.uk Website 4.63 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Hayle Park Nature Reserve
A Hidden Gem In Tovil. Maidstone Lancashire ME15 6XL 6.86 miles We Enter This Location Through Caernarvon Drive.

Location what3words frock.clap.civil

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 7.14 miles

Location what3words relished.steer.kilt

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 7.63 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 9.90 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 10.03 miles

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Hothfield Common
This Managed, Ancient, Heath Is Popular With Dog Walkers From Nearby Villages. There Are Several Areas, All Separately Fenced Off With Plenty Of Gates Allowing Access. Sheep Are To Be Found Grazing In The Wet Meadow And There Is A Herd Of Around 22 Highland Cattle That Are Moved From One Area To Another On A Regular Basis. Maps, One In The Car Park And Another In The Main Heathland Area Are Updated To Show Where The Cattle Are Currently Grazing - These Areas Can Be Easily Avoided Once You Know The Layout Of The Common If You Are Reluctant To Meet Up With Them. Cades Rd 11.70 miles

Location what3words grades.bandaged.humans

Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-5.8°C	-6°C	-5.5°C	-4.1°C	-6.3°C	-3.5°C	0.6°C	2.9°C	5.3°C	3.7°C	0.5°C	-0.9°C

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Overcast	Fog	Mist	Mist	Mist	Overcast	Overcast	Fog
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Feels Like	-1.7°C	-2.1°C	-2.3°C	-2.2°C	-1.9°C	-1.1°C	-0.1°C	0.9°C	1.1°C	0.7°C	1.1°C	4.7°C

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