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: 20.2°C

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Wind: 7.6 MPH

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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

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

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

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Willesborough Lees Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Highfield Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
William Harvey Hospital Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Willesborough Post Office Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Harvey Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Evans Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tesco Crooksfoot Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Osborne Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cradlebridge Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Albemarle Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Foxglove Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Church Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hunter Avenue Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hinxhill Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

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

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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Westpoint Farm Vets, Ashford
Unit 11 St John'S Court Sevington Business Park Ashford Kent TN24 0SJ 0.82 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 1.69 miles
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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
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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
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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
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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.

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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

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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.

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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

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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

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Weather Forecast

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

	Overcast	Overcast	Moderate or heavy rain shower	Fog	Fog	Sunny	Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Thundery outbreaks in nearby
Temp	23°C	19.8°C	21.4°C	21.7°C	22.7°C	27.7°C	31.1°C	31.5°C	32.5°C	31.3°C	29°C	27.8°C
Feels Like	24°C	19.8°C	21.4°C	21.7°C	25.2°C	31.9°C	35.9°C	35.3°C	36.6°C	35.5°C	32.3°C	30.9°C

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

	Clear	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Clear
Temp	26.2°C	25.6°C	25.1°C	24.2°C	26.1°C	29.3°C	30.7°C	29.9°C	27.2°C	27.2°C	25.3°C	22.8°C
Feels Like	28.7°C	27.7°C	27°C	26.2°C	28.5°C	33.7°C	35.3°C	33.3°C	29.6°C	29.6°C	27.7°C	25.5°C

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

	Clear	Clear	Mist	Mist	Fog	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy
Temp	21.8°C	20.6°C	20°C	19.8°C	22.4°C	25.5°C	28.1°C	28.8°C	28.4°C	27.5°C	25.3°C	23.3°C
Feels Like	21.8°C	20.6°C	20°C	19.8°C	23.8°C	28.2°C	31.8°C	32.1°C	31.2°C	30°C	27.4°C	25.7°C

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