Welcome to Betsham

Betsham is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. It is situated near the River Thames and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and there are many historical landmarks and buildings to explore. One of the most notable landmarks in Betsham is the St. Michael and All Angels Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a beautiful example of Norman architecture and is well worth a visit.

Betsham is a peaceful and quiet village, with a strong sense of community. The village has a local pub, The Rising Sun, which is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. The pub serves traditional English food and has a warm and welcoming atmosphere. There is also a village hall, which hosts a range of events throughout the year, including concerts, plays, and community gatherings.

The surrounding countryside is a haven for nature lovers, with many walking and cycling trails to explore. The village is also close to the Kent Downs, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. Overall, Betsham is a charming and picturesque village, with a rich history and a strong sense of community. It is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the beauty of the English countryside.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 11.2°C

Feels Like: 9.9°C

Wind: 6.7 MPH

Wind Dir: WNW

Local Schools

School	Details
Sedley's Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs J Rolfe	Church Street Southfleet Gravesend Kent DA13 9NR 1474833221 School Website
Bean Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Graham Reilly	School Lane Bean Dartford Kent DA2 8AW 01474833225 School Website
Ebbsfleet Green Primary School Free Schools Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Joanne Wilkinson-Tabi	Ackers Drive Weldon Ebbsfleet Valley Swanscombe Kent DA10 1AL 1987591627 School Website
Cherry Orchard Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Forsythe	Cherry Orchard Cherry Orchard Road Ebbsfleet Valley Ebbsfleet Kent DA10 1AD 1322242011 School Website
Springhead Park Primary School Free Schools Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Wayne Clayton	Springhead Parkway Springhead Park Northfleet Kent DA11 8BY 1474555155 School Website
Painters Ash Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Georgina Salter	Masefield Road Northfleet Gravesend Kent DA11 8EL 01474568991 School Website
The Ebbsfleet Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Ms Gurjit Kaur Shergill	Southfleet Road Swanscombe Kent DA10 0BZ 01322242252 School Website
Manor Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Natalie Hill	Keary Road Swanscombe Kent DA10 0BU 01322383314 School Website
Northfleet School For Girls Foundation School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr C Norwood	Hall Road Northfleet Gravesend Kent DA11 8AQ 01474831020 School Website
Longfield Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Felix Donkor	Main Road Longfield Kent DA3 7PH 01474700700 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Longfield Station Road, Longfield, Kent, DA3 7QA 1.59 Miles

Ebbsfleet International International Way, Ebbsfleet Valley, Kent, DA10 1EB 1.77 Miles

Northfleet Station Road, Northfleet, Kent, DA11 9DY 2.03 Miles

Swanscombe High Street, Swanscombe, Kent, DA10 0AG 2.03 Miles

Greenhithe Station Road, Greenhithe, Kent, DA9 9NQ 2.60 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Bjl Minibus And Airport Transfers 01474 703198 18 Bramble Avenue, Dartford, Kent, DA2 8BP 1.03 Miles
A2 Freedom Taxis 01474 707020 9 Bramble Avenue, Dartford, Kent, DA2 8BP 1.03 Miles
Station Taxis 01474 708899 The Woodyard/Whitehill Rd, Longfield, Kent, DA3 7QS 1.39 Miles
Saf Hire Cars 01322 222123 24 Station Road, Longfield, Kent, DA3 7QD 1.52 Miles
A S A P Cars 01322 380000 24 Station Road, Longfield, Kent, DA3 7QD 1.52 Miles
Ebbsfleet Cars 01474 777000 Station Road, Longfield, Kent, DA3 7QA 1.65 Miles
Abacus Taxis 01474 777000 Station Road, Longfield, Kent, DA3 7QA 1.65 Miles
Chauffeur Driven Mercedes 07723 364105 178 Stanhope Road, Swanscombe, Kent, DA10 0AZ 1.67 Miles
Ebbsfleet International Executive Cars 01795 350035 Ebbsfleet Eurostar International Railway Station, Swanscombe, Kent, DA10 1EB 1.74 Miles
D J Williams Taxis 07887 653307 38 Cherry Wood Drive, Gravesend, Kent, DA11 8PL 1.83 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Betsham Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Warren Road Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Hook Green Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wheatsheaf Pub Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Red Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stonewood Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Thrift Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bean Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cherry Orchard Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Beacon Drive Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bean Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Green Street Green Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pepper Hill Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Castle Hill Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Whitehill Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details

Local Stores

Ebbsfleet - Southfleet Road
2-4 Talbot Lane
Ebbsfleet
Swanscombe
Kent
DA10 1AZ
01322 313629
Store Website
1.01 miles

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SPAR Tollgate
Tollgate
Watling Street
Gravesend
DA11 7NP
01474 564481
Store Website
2.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Parkvets Veterinary Clinic
49 Station Road Longfield Kent DA3 7QD 01474 703377 parkvets@parkvets.com Website 1.49 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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The Swanscombe Veterinary Surgery
41/43 Swanscombe Street Swanscombe Kent DA10 0BQ 01322 381999 enquiries@meophamvets.co.uk Website 1.63 miles
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Animals Treated
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Shrubbery Veterinary Centre
65 Perry Street Northfleet Gravesend Kent DA11 8RD 01474 333141 shrubberyvet@btconnect.com Website 2.15 miles
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Animals Treated
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Gravesend Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Imperial Retail Park Thames Way Gravesend Kent DA11 0DQ 01474546900 gravesend@vets4pets.com Website 2.90 miles
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Animals Treated
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Medivet Gravesend
144 Parrock Street Gravesend Kent DA12 1EY 01474 352793 gravesend@medivet.co.uk Website 3.12 miles
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Animals Treated
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The Shrubbery Veterinary Centre
5 The Link New Ash Green Longfield Kent DA3 8HG 01474 873370 shrubberyvet@btconnect.com Website 3.66 miles

Animals Treated
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Local Dog Walks

Darenth Country Park
Beautiful Area With A Mix Of Gravelled Paths, Woodland And Large Dog Walking Flat Areas, Almost Like A Recreation Ground. Lots Of Parts To Explore And Plenty Of Areas For Dogs To Enjoy. 23 Darenth Park Ave Lancashire 2.39 miles

Location what3words chimp.hogs.agreed

Jeskyns Country Park Gravesend
Jeskyns Is A Dog Walk For Both Dogs And Families, There Is A Dog Pond For Swimming Dogs, Aswell As Off Lead Areas, On Lead Areas And Two Inclosed Areas If Your Dog Does Not Recall. Henhurst Rd Gravesend DA12 3AN 3.60 miles Henhurst Rd, Cobham Da12 3An

Location what3words shakes.panic.organ

Jeskyns Country Park
A Very Dog- Friendly Walk With Clear Paths And Different Routes To Follow. Well Sign-Posted For On-Lead And Off-Lead Areas, There Is An Area For Dog Agility And An Enclosed Area For Dog Training. There Is A Bridle Path That Runs Through The Park Too. Henhurst Rd 3.70 miles

Location what3words clap.discrepancy.runner

Camer Park
Large Field Like Walk Once You Get Through The Woody Entrance The Park Opens Right Up With Plenty Of Room For The Bouncy Pups And The Calm Pooches! Wrotham Rd Meopham Gravesend DA13 0AB 4.06 miles

Location what3words record.wacky.topped

Shorne Woods Country Park
Nice Place To Walk The Dog, On And Off The Lead. Lots Of Variations Of Routes. They Do Seasonal Treasure Hunts With The Children, At Easter, Halloween Etc. There's A Cafe For A Cup Of Tea, Cake Etc. Plus A Gift Shop. There's A Big Play Area For Little Kids And Big Kids. Total Mixture. Brewers Rd Shorne Gravesend DA12 3HX 5.05 miles

Location what3words humble.united.hardly

Coalhouse Fort Park
Princess Margaret Rd East Tilbury Tilbury RM18 8QD 6.26 miles

Location what3words venues.detail.drag

Weather Forecast

Saturday	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	Patchy rain nearby	Patchy rain nearby	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear
Temp	19.1°C	18.8°C	19.1°C	19.4°C	21.2°C	25.8°C	27.1°C	27.4°C	27.8°C	26.6°C	23.5°C	21.7°C
Feels Like	19.1°C	18.8°C	19.1°C	19.4°C	21.2°C	28.3°C	29.4°C	29.5°C	30.2°C	28.8°C	25.8°C	21.7°C

Sunday	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	Patchy rain nearby	Patchy rain nearby	Mist	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Patchy rain nearby	Patchy rain nearby	Sunny	Clear
Temp	20.9°C	20.9°C	20.5°C	19.6°C	18.3°C	19.3°C	20.1°C	20.5°C	19.6°C	18.8°C	15.8°C	13.8°C
Feels Like	20.9°C	20.9°C	20.5°C	19.6°C	18.3°C	19.3°C	20.1°C	20.5°C	19.6°C	18.8°C	15.5°C	13.2°C

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

	Partly Cloudy	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Patchy rain nearby	Patchy rain nearby	Clear
Temp	12.7°C	11.9°C	11.4°C	12.2°C	15.3°C	18.2°C	20.3°C	21.6°C	22.3°C	21.2°C	18.3°C	16.4°C
Feels Like	11.9°C	11.5°C	11.3°C	12.2°C	15.3°C	18.2°C	20.3°C	21.6°C	24.5°C	21.2°C	18.3°C	16.4°C

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