Welcome to Bilsington

Bilsington is a small village located in the Ashford district of Kent, England. The village is situated on the Romney Marsh, which is a flat, low-lying area that is known for its unique landscape and wildlife. Bilsington is a quiet and peaceful village that is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and birdwatching.

One of the main attractions in Bilsington is the St. Peter and St. Paul Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade I listed building and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and impressive architecture. Another popular attraction in the village is the Bilsington Priory, which was founded in the 13th century and is now a private residence. The priory is surrounded by beautiful gardens and is a popular location for weddings and other events.

Bilsington is also home to a number of small businesses, including a village shop, a pub, and a farm shop. The village is well-connected to the surrounding areas, with good transport links to Ashford and other nearby towns and villages. Overall, Bilsington is a charming and picturesque village that offers a peaceful and relaxing lifestyle for its residents.

Local Weather

Cloudy

Temp: 12.1°C

Feels Like: 10.6°C

Wind: 8.9 MPH

Wind Dir: NW

Local Schools

School	Details
Aldington Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Mrs Sandra Maccourt And Mr Ben Dawson.	Roman Road Aldington Ashford Kent TN25 7EE 01233720247 School Website
Hamstreet Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Glancy	Hamstreet Ashford Kent TN26 2EA 01233732577 School Website
Mersham Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Cheryl Chalkley	Church Road Mersham Ashford Kent TN25 6NU 01233720449 School Website
Furley Park Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Emma Collip	Reed Crescent Park Farm Kingsnorth Ashford Kent TN23 3PA 01233501732 School Website
Caldecott Foundation School Non-Maintained Special School Ages:5-18 Head Teacher Miss Stacey Mcshane	Station Road Smeeth Ashford Kent TN25 6PW 1303815685 School Website
Kingsnorth Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Iain Witts	Church Hill Kingsnorth Ashford Kent TN23 3EF 01233622673 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
Smeeth Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jennifer Payne	Caroland Close Smeeth Ashford Kent TN25 6RX 01303813128 School Website
The John Wallis Church Of England Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mr Damian Mcbeath	Millbank Road Kingsnorth Ashford Kent TN23 3HG 01233623465 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

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Ham Street Station Approach, Ashford Road, Ham Street, Kent, TN26 2DU 2.54 Miles

Appledore Station Road, Appledore, Kent, TN26 2DG 4.91 Miles

Ashford International Station Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 1EZ 5.10 Miles

Westenhanger Stone Street, Westenhanger, Kent, TN25 6DE 5.75 Miles

Sandling Off Sandling Road, Sandling, Kent, CT21 4HH 6.75 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
United Taxis 01233 666999 Woodacre, Ashford, Kent, TN25 7JB 2.05 Miles
T And P Cars 01233 501007 28 Kestrel Close, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3RB 3.40 Miles
Taxi Ashford 01233 501007 Kestrel Close, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3RB 3.40 Miles
Ashford Taxis 01233 885102 28 Kestrel Close, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3RB 3.40 Miles
Kent Limousine Hire 0845 675 0694 Ashofrd Road, Ashford, Kent, TN26 1NJ 3.41 Miles
Network Executive Cars 01233 333437 54 Smithy Drive, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3NS 3.69 Miles
Academy Cars 01233 500464 11 Snowbell Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3NF 3.73 Miles
Apt - Ashford Private Transfers 01233 500464 11 Snowbell Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3NF 3.73 Miles
Blue Line Taxis 01233 666123 The New Ashford Market/Monument Way/Orbital Pk, Ashford, Kent, TN24 0HB 3.83 Miles
Blue Line Taxi 01233 638638 K P C Business Centre/Canterbury Rd, Ashford, Kent, TN24 0BP 4.05 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Bilsington Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pinn Villa Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ruckinge Old Post Office Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bonnington Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stone Cross Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Aldington Frith Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Giggers Green Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Aldington Post Office Collection Today available until:10:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Aldington Corner Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Newchurch Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Knoll Hill Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ruffins Hill Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ruckinge Crossing Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Broadoak Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ruckinge Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Hamstreet Surgery 01233 730190	The Surgery Ruckinge Rd, Hamstreet Ashford Kent TN26 2NJ
B&H Intermediate Care Service 0300 5550104	Ic24 Ltd, Kingston House The Long Barrow Ashford Kent TN24 0GP
Kingsnorth Medical Practice 01233 610140	Kingsnorth Medical Pract. Ashford Road, Kingsnorth Ashford Kent TN23 3ED
Ashford Medical Partnership 01233 621626	Willesborough Health Ctr. Bentley Rd, Willesborough Ashford Kent TN24 0HZ
Sellindge Surgery 01303 812180	The Surgery Main Road, Sellindge Ashford Kent TN25 6JX

Local Stores

Sellindge
Main Road
Sellindge
Ashford
Kent
TN25 6JA
01303 812801
Store Website
4.63 miles

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SPAR - Bridgefield Mini Market
Unit 1
Ryeland Way
Ashford
TN25 7FU
01233 340513
Store Website
3.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Evegate - Montgomery Veterinary Clinic
Evegate Business Park Station Road Smeth Ashford Kent TN25 6SX 01303 813756 evegate@medivet.co.uk Website 3.35 miles
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Vets Now (Ashford)
C/O Cinque Vet Centre Ashford Road Kings North Ashford Kent TN23 3EN 01232 879913 ashfordclinic@vets-now.com Website 3.89 miles

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Westpoint Farm Vets, Ashford
Unit 11 St John'S Court Sevington Business Park Ashford Kent TN24 0SJ 4.07 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 4.10 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 4.62 miles
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Medivet Willesborough - Peter Edgar Vets
20 Kennington Road Willesborough Ashford Kent TN24 0NR 01233 610610 willesborough@medivet.co.uk Website 4.91 miles

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Local Dog Walks

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 5.28 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 6.02 miles

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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 8.18 miles

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West Hythe Canal
Lazy Afternoon Walk Route. We Walked To Hythe High Street And Went To A Dog Friendly Pub For Dinner Which Was Lovely! There Are A Number Of Dog Friendly Pubs In The Area. 3 Seabrook Grove Hythe CT21 5QZ 8.87 miles

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North Downs Way
Following A Wooded Walk From Elham Valley Railway Towards Folkestone 1 Peene Cottages 9.32 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 10.01 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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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	17.2°C	14.8°C	15.2°C	15.7°C	18°C	21.7°C	25.6°C	26.8°C	26.6°C	25.8°C	22°C	21°C

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Temp	18.6°C	16.8°C	15.4°C	14.9°C	18.5°C	22.7°C	24.3°C	24.7°C	24.4°C	23.4°C	20.9°C	17.9°C
Feels Like	18.6°C	16.8°C	15.4°C	14.9°C	18.5°C	23.8°C	25.3°C	25.7°C	25.6°C	25.1°C	20.9°C	17.9°C

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