Welcome to The Brents

The Brents is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. It is situated on the eastern bank of the River Medway, just south of the town of Gillingham. The village is known for its picturesque countryside, historic buildings, and tranquil atmosphere. The Brents is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the natural beauty of the English countryside.

One of the most notable landmarks in The Brents is the St. Mary's Church. This historic church dates back to the 12th century and is known for its beautiful architecture and stunning stained glass windows. The church is a popular destination for visitors who are interested in history and architecture. The Brents also has several other historic buildings, including the Brents Tavern, which dates back to the 17th century and is known for its traditional English pub atmosphere.

The Brents is surrounded by beautiful countryside, including the nearby Capstone Country Park. This park is a popular destination for walkers, hikers, and nature lovers. It features several walking trails, picnic areas, and stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The Brents is also located near several other popular attractions, including the historic town of Rochester and the Chatham Historic Dockyard. Overall, The Brents is a charming village that offers visitors a unique glimpse into the history and natural beauty of Kent, England.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Phoenix Community Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Leon Robichaud
Belmont Road
Kennington
Ashford
Kent
TN24 9LS
01233622510
School Website
Kennington Church Of England Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Mr Karen Godsell
Upper Vicarage Road
Kennington
Ashford
Kent
TN24 9AG
01233623744
School Website
Downs View Infant School
Community School
Ages:5-7
Head Teacher
Tracy Kent Mrs Sarah Collins
Ball Lane
Kennington
Ashford
Kent
TN25 4PJ
01233632339
School Website
Towers School And Sixth Form Centre
Academy Converter
Ages:11-19
Head Teacher
Mr Richard Billings
Faversham Road
Kennington
Ashford
Kent
TN24 9AL
01233634171
School Website
Goat Lees Primary School
Foundation School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Ms Teresa Adams
Hurst Road
Kennington
Ashford
Kent
TN24 9RR
01233630201
School Website
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs D Rougvie-Fevrier
Quantock Drive
Ashford
Kent
TN24 8QN
1233622797
School Website
Ashford School
Other Independent School
Head Teacher
Mr Michael Hall
East Hill
Ashford
Kent
TN24 8PB
1233625171
School Website
The Norton Knatchbull School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Ms Ben Greene
Hythe Road
Ashford
Kent
TN24 0QJ
01233620045
School Website
Cornfields School
Other Independent Special School
Ages:7-16
Head Teacher
Mrs Mary Mckeeman
207 Hythe Road
Ashford
TN24 8PL
1233877046
School Website
Highworth Grammar School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Duncan Beer
Maidstone Road
Ashford
Kent
TN24 8UD
01233624910
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Ashford International
Station Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 1EZ
1.54 Miles
Wye
Bridge Street, Wye, Kent, TN25 5EB
2.29 Miles
Charing
Station Road, Charing, Kent, TN27 0JA
5.18 Miles
Pluckley
Station Road, Pluckley, Kent, TN27 0RT
6.17 Miles
Chilham
Ashford Road, Chilham, Kent, CT4 8EG
6.75 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Ajp Taxis
07914 923926
10 Grasmere Rd, Ashford, Kent, TN24 9BE
0.34 Miles
Ldm Private Hire
01233 643374
68 Grasmere Rd, Ashford, Kent, TN24 9BG
0.45 Miles
Airport Cabs Direct
01233 625980
17 Christopher Bushell Way, Ashford, Kent, TN24 9PY
0.48 Miles
Aaa Taxis
01233 666777
13/Tutsham Court/Nine Acres, Ashford, Kent, TN24 9JS
0.58 Miles
Courtesy Cars
01233 638298
43 Albert Rd, Ashford, Kent, TN24 8NU
1.19 Miles
Ashford Private Hire Taxis
01233 333500
High Street, Ashford, Kent, TN24 8TF
1.33 Miles
Executive Chauffeurs
07941 086066
10 Meadow Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3HB
1.37 Miles
Airport Cars Kent
01233 694321
33 Sir John Fogge Avenue, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3GA
1.43 Miles
Khan Taxi
01233 380031
34A Bank Street, Ashford, Kent, TN23 1BA
1.44 Miles
Airport Taxis 4 U
01233 620770
2 Field End, Ashford, Kent, TN24 0AP
1.51 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Burton Estate
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The Pasture
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Spearpoint
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Bockhanger Post Office
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Kennington Post Office
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Tritton Fields
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George Williams Road
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Penlee Point
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Bybrook Road
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Kennington Lees
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Rothbrook Drive
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Beecholme Drive
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Golden Ball
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Heathfield
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Trinity Road
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
New Hayesbank Surgery
01233 624642
New Hayesbank Surgery
Bybrook, Kennington
Ashford
Kent
TN24 9JZ
Hollington Surgery
01233 622361
Hollington Surgery
Blue Line Lane
Ashford
Kent
TN24 8UN
Hollington Surgery
Blue Line Lane
Ashford
TN24 8UN
Sydenham House Medical Centre
01233 645851
Sydenham House Med Centre
Mill Court
Ashford
Kent
TN24 8DN
Ashford Medical Partnership
01233 621626
Willesborough Health Ctr.
Bentley Rd, Willesborough
Ashford
Kent
TN24 0HZ
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Local Stores

Kennington - Faversham Road
98 Faversham Road
Kennington
Ashford
Kent
TN24 9DE
01233 627552
Store Website
0.02 miles
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SPAR - Repton Avenue
20 Cedar Parade
Ashford
TN23 3TE
01233 746791
Store Website
1.8 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Eureka Veterinary Centre
Unit 9
Eureka Place
Trinity Road
Ashford
Kent
TN25 4BY
01233 611071
reception@eurekavets.co.uk
Website
0.82 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Barrow Hill Veterinary Group Ltd
Barrow Hill Veterinary Centre
Maidstone Road
Ashford
Kent
TN24 8TY
01233 624 687
reception@barrowhill-vets.com
Website
1.32 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Medivet Willesborough - Peter Edgar Vets
20 Kennington Road
Willesborough
Ashford
Kent
TN24 0NR
01233 610610
willesborough@medivet.co.uk
Website
1.62 miles
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Companion Care (Ashford) Ltd
Inside Pets At Home
Gallagher Retail Park
Norman Road
Ashford
Kent
TN23 7DH
01233 641 003
ashford@companioncare.co.uk
Website
2.17 miles
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Disabled public access

Client car park

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Westpoint Farm Vets, Ashford
Unit 11
St John'S Court
Sevington Business Park
Ashford
Kent
TN24 0SJ
2.35 miles
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Deer

Pigs

Poultry

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Cinque Ports Veterinary Group Ltd
Wye Veterinary Surgery
5A Oxenturn Road
Wye
Kent
TN25 5BH
01233 813 003
wyeoffice@cinqueportsvets.co.uk
Website
2.46 miles
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Open at weekends

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

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Local Dog Walks

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
3.12 miles

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Kings Wood
An Ancient, Woodland Site, King’S Wood Offers An Excellent Forest Walk Through Vast And Beautiful Woodland.
Lancashire
TN25 4AR
3.64 miles

King’S Wood Is Easily Accessible From The M20 At Ashford. Leave The Motorway At Junction 9, Signposted To Ashford, Faversham. At The First Roundabout, Turn Left For Faversham A251. Continue Through To A T-Junction With The A251. Turn Left, Toward Challock. Continue On The Road For Around 3-Miles, Before Taking A Sharp Right Turn To White Hill, Just Before The Sign To Challock.
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Kings Wood
Kings Wood Has One Pathed Route From The Car Park. This Walk Is Very Popular With Lots Of Dog Owners, As It Is Very Peaceful And Is Very Big. Hiking Boots Should Be Worn As The Path Is Uneven And There Are Hills To Trek Up At Times, It Can Also Be Very Muddy.
Unnamed Road
Canterbury
Lancashire
CT4 8HQ
4.26 miles

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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
7.56 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
9.16 miles

The Carpark Is On The North Side Of The Canal Off The West Hythe Road.
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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
9.78 miles

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