Welcome to Winchet Hill

Winchet Hill is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. The village is situated on the outskirts of the town of Maidstone and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque views and peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

One of the main attractions in Winchet Hill is the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a beautiful example of Norman architecture and features a stunning stained glass window. Visitors can also explore the churchyard, which is home to a number of historic graves and monuments.

Another popular attraction in Winchet Hill is the local pub, The Plough Inn. The pub is a traditional English pub and serves a range of local beers and ciders, as well as classic pub food. The pub is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike, and is a great place to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the village. Overall, Winchet Hill is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Kent.

Local Schools

School	Details
Bethany School Other Independent School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Francie Healy	Goudhurst Cranbrook Kent TN17 1LB 1580211273 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
Goudhurst And Kilndown Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lindsay Roberts	Beaman Close Cranbrook Road Goudhurst Cranbrook Kent TN17 1DZ 01580211365 School Website
Horsmonden Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Hayley Sharp	Back Lane Horsmonden Tonbridge Kent TN12 8NJ 1892722529 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
Staplehurst School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Lucy Davenport	Gybbon Rise Staplehurst Tonbridge Kent TN12 0LZ 01580891765 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
St Margarets Collier Street Church Of England Voluntary Controlled School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Paul Ryan	Collier Street Marden Tonbridge Kent TN12 9RR 01892730264 School Website
Belle Vue School Other Independent Special School Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mrs Mary Mckeeman	Jockey Lane Cranbrook Kent TN17 3JN 1580854641 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

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Marden Church Green Lane, Marden, Kent, TN12 9HS 2.45 Miles

Staplehurst Station Approach, Staplehurst, Kent, TN12 0QR 3.67 Miles

Paddock Wood Station Approach, Paddock Wood, Kent, TN12 6ER 4.99 Miles

Beltring Beltring Road, Beltring, Kent, TN12 6QH 5.71 Miles

Headcorn Station Road, Headcorn, Kent, TN27 9SD 6.57 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Richard's Private Care Hire 01622 832252 Widehurst Bungalows, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 9LN 1.77 Miles
Gateway Taxis 01892 725727 Brenchley Rd, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 8DN 2.50 Miles
Rolls Royce Chauffeur Ltd 01892 730288 The Stables, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 9PN 2.75 Miles
L T J Chauffeurs 01580 890483 Manorbier/Marden Rd, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 0PB 3.16 Miles
M T C Taxis 01622 890003 10 Surrenden Road, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 0LX 3.20 Miles
F G K Cars 01580 712299 Unit 6 Hartley Dyke Business Centre, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 3QG 4.03 Miles
Paddock Wood Cars 01892 516351 36A Commercial Road, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 6EL 4.97 Miles
Granary Cars 01892 832285 36 Commercial Road, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 6EL 4.97 Miles
Paddock Wood Private Hire 07825 070619 36A Commercial Road, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 6EL 4.97 Miles
S And P Taxis Ltd 01892 833555 34 Cogate Road, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 6UE 5.14 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Curtisden Green No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Combourne No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Horden No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Smalls Farm Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Brandfold No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grovehurst No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Plain Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:15 Saturday Last Collection:07:15
Broad Ford Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Colliers Green No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Chequers No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Marden Thorne Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Iden Green No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Council Cottages No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Garlands No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Old Parsonage Surgery 01580 211241	Old Parsonage Surgery Balcombes Hill Goudhurst Kent TN17 1AN
Marden Medical Centre 01622 831257	Marden Medical Centre Church Green, Marden Tonbridge Kent TN12 9HP
Firethorn	Lamberhurst Road Horsmonden Tonbridge Kent TN12 8LP
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

Local Stores

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

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SPAR - Goudhurst
High Street
Goudhurst
Cranbrook
TN17 1AL
01580 213654
Store Website
2.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Goudhurst Veterinary Surgery &Amp; Equine Clinic
Goudhurst Veterinary Surgery &Amp; Equine Clinic, Bedgebury Road Goudhurst Cranbrook Kent TN17 2QT 01580 211981 goudhurst@cvsvets.com Website 2.39 miles
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Pattenden Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Segro House Pattenden Lane Marden Kent TN12 9QJ 01622397900 info@pattendenvets.com Website 2.60 miles
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Little Hoppers Animal Hospital Group - Staplehurst
Stable Cottage Rathbond House High Street Staplehurst Kent TN12 0AD 01580 847277 staplehurst@littlehoppersvets.co.uk Website 3.39 miles
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Medivet Cranbrook
Brooksden High Street Cranbrook Kent TN17 3DT 01580 713381 cranbrook@medivet.co.uk Website 3.73 miles

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Sounder Equine Ltd
Stilebridge Barn Stilebridge Lane Marden Kent TN12 9BB 07922 955216 sounderequine@outlook.com Website 4.52 miles

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Putlands Veterinary Surgery
Maidstone Road Paddock Wood Tonbridge Kent TN12 6DZ 01892 835456 post@putlandsvets.co.uk Website 4.89 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Hayle Park Nature Reserve
A Hidden Gem In Tovil. Maidstone Lancashire ME15 6XL 8.35 miles We Enter This Location Through Caernarvon Drive.

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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 9.30 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 10.34 miles

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Dene Park
Lovely Forest Walk. Plenty A Different Paths For You To Get Lost In That All Lead Back To The Car Park. Lovely Stream For Them To Play In. Dene Park Lancashire 10.37 miles

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Haysden Park
Huge Open And Closed Park Based Around A Lake With Lots Routes Leading Off Towards And Along The Medway River. Lots Of Dogs And Great For Socialising. Royal Oak Lower Haysden Ln Tonbridge Lancashire TN11 9BD 10.88 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 11.13 miles

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