Welcome to Willesborough Lees

Willesborough Lees is a beautiful nature reserve located in the heart of Kent. The reserve is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and bird watchers. The reserve is also a great place for a peaceful walk or picnic, with plenty of open space and scenic views to enjoy. Visitors can explore the various trails and paths that wind through the reserve, taking in the sights and sounds of the natural world around them.

One of the most unique features of Willesborough Lees is its rich history. The reserve was once a common grazing area for local farmers, and evidence of this can still be seen today in the form of old field boundaries and hedgerows. The reserve also played an important role in World War II, serving as a training ground for soldiers and a site for anti-aircraft guns. Today, visitors can learn more about the reserve's history by visiting the on-site museum, which features exhibits and artifacts from the area's past.

Willesborough Lees is not just a place of natural beauty and historical significance, but also a hub of community activity. The reserve hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including guided walks, bird watching sessions, and family-friendly activities. The reserve is also home to a number of community groups and organizations, who work together to maintain and protect the area's natural resources. Whether you're a nature lover, history buff, or simply looking for a peaceful place to relax and unwind, Willesborough Lees is a must-visit destination in Kent.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 3.1°C

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Wind: 9.4 MPH

Wind Dir: NW

Local Schools

School Details
Willesborough Infant School
Community School
Ages:5-7
Head Teacher
Mrs Fran Rusbridge
Church Road
Willesborough
Ashford
Kent
TN24 0JZ
01233624165
School Website
Willesborough Junior School
Foundation School
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Fran Rusbridge
Highfield Road
Willesborough
Ashford
Kent
TN24 0JU
01233620405
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
The North School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-19
Head Teacher
Mrs Clair Ellerby
Essella Road
Ashford
Kent
TN24 8AL
1233614600
School Website
East Stour Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs E Law
Earlsworth Road
South Willesborough
Ashford
Kent
TN24 0DW
1233630820
School Website
Ashford School
Other Independent School
Head Teacher
Mr Michael Hall
East Hill
Ashford
Kent
TN24 8PB
1233625171
School Website
The T3 School
Other Independent Special School
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Gary Malone
Sydenham House, Church Road
Ashford
Kent
TN23 1RD
7999094612
Victoria Road Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Lisa Davis Mrs Kelly Collens
Victoria Road
Ashford
Kent
TN23 7HQ
01233620044
School Website
Brook Community Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Ellen Ranson-Mccabe
Spelders Hill
Brook
Ashford
Kent
TN25 5PB
01233812614
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Ashford International
Station Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 1EZ
1.35 Miles
Wye
Bridge Street, Wye, Kent, TN25 5EB
3.06 Miles
Ham Street
Station Approach, Ashford Road, Ham Street, Kent, TN26 2DU
5.73 Miles
Westenhanger
Stone Street, Westenhanger, Kent, TN25 6DE
6.60 Miles
Charing
Station Road, Charing, Kent, TN27 0JA
6.74 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Airport Taxis 4 U
01233 620770
2 Field End, Ashford, Kent, TN24 0AP
0.34 Miles
Barrie's Private Hire
07737 764397
70 Albemarle Rd, Ashford, Kent, TN24 0HN
0.64 Miles
Ashford Bridal Cars
01233 650049
96 Orion Way, Ashford, Kent, TN24 0DZ
0.83 Miles
Blue Line Taxi
01233 638638
K P C Business Centre/Canterbury Rd, Ashford, Kent, TN24 0BP
1.13 Miles
Airport Cabs Direct
01233 625980
17 Christopher Bushell Way, Ashford, Kent, TN24 9PY
1.27 Miles
Blue Line Taxis
01233 666123
The New Ashford Market/Monument Way/Orbital Pk, Ashford, Kent, TN24 0HB
1.37 Miles
Ashford Private Hire Taxis
01233 333500
High Street, Ashford, Kent, TN24 8TF
1.55 Miles
Khan Taxi
01233 380031
34A Bank Street, Ashford, Kent, TN23 1BA
1.66 Miles
Aaa Taxis
01233 666777
13/Tutsham Court/Nine Acres, Ashford, Kent, TN24 9JS
1.71 Miles
Courtesy Cars
01233 638298
43 Albert Rd, Ashford, Kent, TN24 8NU
1.73 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Willesborough Lees
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The Street
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Highfield
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William Harvey Hospital
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Willesborough Post Office
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Special Mailbox:
Harvey Road
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Evans Road
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Tesco Crooksfoot
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Special Mailbox:
Osborne Road
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Cradlebridge Post Office
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Albemarle Road
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Foxglove
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Church Road
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Hunter Avenue
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Hinxhill
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Ashford Medical Partnership
01233 621626
Willesborough Health Ctr.
Bentley Rd, Willesborough
Ashford
Kent
TN24 0HZ
Sydenham House Medical Centre
01233 645851
Sydenham House Med Centre
Mill Court
Ashford
Kent
TN24 8DN
B&H Intermediate Care Service
0300 5550104
Ic24 Ltd, Kingston House
The Long Barrow
Ashford
Kent
TN24 0GP
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
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Local Stores

Hunter Avenue
83 Hunter Avenue
South Willesborough
Ashford
Kent
TN24 0HG
01233 621339
Store Website
0.71 miles
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SPAR - Bridgefield Mini Market
Unit 1
Ryeland Way
Ashford
TN25 7FU
01233 340513
Store Website
2.2 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Willesborough - Peter Edgar Vets
20 Kennington Road
Willesborough
Ashford
Kent
TN24 0NR
01233 610610
willesborough@medivet.co.uk
Website
0.06 miles
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Dogs

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Westpoint Farm Vets, Ashford
Unit 11
St John'S Court
Sevington Business Park
Ashford
Kent
TN24 0SJ
0.82 miles
Animals Treated
Cattle

Deer

Pigs

Poultry

Sheep/Goats

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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
1.69 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
1.95 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Cinque Ports Veterinary Group Ltd
Cinque Ports Veterinary Hosp- Kingsnorth
Ashford Road
Kingsnorth
Ashford
Kent
TN23 3EA
01233 640 022
kingsnorth@cinqueportsvets.co.uk
Website
2.30 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Small Mammals

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Eureka Veterinary Centre
Unit 9
Eureka Place
Trinity Road
Ashford
Kent
TN25 4BY
01233 611071
reception@eurekavets.co.uk
Website
2.42 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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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
4.46 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
5.18 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.
Location
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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
5.52 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
7.55 miles

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

Location
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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
8.57 miles

Location
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Weather Forecast

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