Welcome to Maxton

Maxton is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. It is situated on the outskirts of the town of Dover and is known for its picturesque countryside and historic landmarks. The village is home to several notable buildings, including the 12th-century St. Mary's Church, which is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. Maxton is also home to a number of small businesses, including shops, cafes, and pubs, which provide a welcoming atmosphere for visitors.

One of the most notable features of Maxton is its proximity to the White Cliffs of Dover. These iconic cliffs are a symbol of England and are a popular destination for tourists from around the world. Visitors to Maxton can take a short walk to the cliffs and enjoy stunning views of the English Channel and the surrounding countryside. The area is also home to a number of walking trails, which provide visitors with the opportunity to explore the local landscape and wildlife.

Maxton is a village with a rich history and a strong sense of community. The village has a number of local events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas market. These events provide an opportunity for residents to come together and celebrate their community. Maxton is also home to a number of community groups, including a gardening club and a local history society. These groups provide residents with the opportunity to learn new skills and connect with others who share their interests.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 8.2°C

Feels Like: 6.2°C

Wind: 7.2 MPH

Wind Dir: WSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Priory Fields School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Kelly Brown	Astor Avenue Dover Kent CT17 0FS 1304211543 School Website
Dover Grammar School For Boys Foundation School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Philip Horstrup	Astor Avenue Dover Kent CT17 0DQ 01304206117 School Website
Astor College A Specialist College For The Arts Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Lee Kane	Astor Avenue Dover Kent CT17 0AS 01304201151 School Website
White Cliffs Primary College For The Arts Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Helen Castle	St Radigund's Road Dover Kent CT17 0LB 01304206174 School Website
Vale View Community School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lisa Sprigmore	Vale View Road Elms Vale Dover Kent CT17 9NP 1304202821 School Website
St Martin's School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Thompson	Markland Road Dover Kent CT17 9LY 1304206620 School Website
Barton Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Melanie O'dell	Barton Road Dover Kent CT16 2ND 01304201643 School Website
Dover College Other Independent School Ages:3-18 Head Teacher Mr Simon Fisher	Effingham Crescent Dover Kent CT17 9RH 1304205969 School Website
Charlton Church Of England Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sally-Anne Hanson	Barton Road Dover Kent CT16 2LX 01304201275 School Website
Dover Grammar School For Girls Community School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Robert Benson	Frith Road Dover Kent CT16 2PZ 01304206625 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Dover Priory Station Approach, Off Folkestone Road, Dover, Kent, CT17 9SB 0.55 Miles

Kearsney Alkham Lane, Kearsney, Kent, CT17 0RN 1.69 Miles

Martin Mill Station Approach, Martin Mill, Kent, CT15 5JZ 3.64 Miles

Shepherds Well Station Road, Shepherdswell, Kent, CT15 7PE 4.96 Miles

Folkestone Central Station Approach, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5HB 6.33 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
A2b Cars 01304 225588 96-98 London Road, Dover, Kent, CT17 0SH 0.40 Miles
Star Taxis Dover 01304 228822 321 London Road, Dover, Kent, CT17 0SX 0.46 Miles
Dover Royal Taxis 01304 210210 147 Folkestone Rd, Dover, Kent, CT17 9SG 0.47 Miles
Dover Royal Taxis 01304 210210 147 Folkestone Road Dover Ct17 9Sg, Dover, Kent, CT17 9SG 0.47 Miles
Dolphin Airport Transfers 0800 881 8191 Churchhill Ct, Dover, Kent, CT17 0TF 0.49 Miles
County Cars 01304 202027 Poulton Close, Dover, Kent, CT17 0HL 0.54 Miles
County Taxis 01304 208208 Poulton Cl, Dover, Kent, CT17 0HL 0.54 Miles
Dover White Cliff Taxi 01304 202070 Albert Road, Dover, Kent, CT16 1RD 0.61 Miles
Richards Dover Taxi 07721 040312 29 Brookfield Road, Dover, Kent, CT16 2AU 0.74 Miles
Central Executive Travel 01304 240441 21 Pencester Road, Dover, Kent, CT16 1BT 0.78 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Devonshire Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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East Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Lister Court No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Upper Elms Vale No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Priory Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Branch Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Johns Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Dover Delivery Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Invicta Health Connect-Dover 01303 847400	Buckland Hospital Coombe Valley Road Dover Kent CT17 0HD
White Cliffs Medical Centre 01304 201705	White Cliffs Medical Ctr. 143 Folkestone Road Dover Kent CT17 9SG
High Street Surgery 01304 206463	The High Street Surgery 100 High Street Dover Kent CT16 1EQ
Peter Street Surgery	Peter Street Dover CT16 1EF
Buckland Medical Practice 01304 206353	Buckland Medical Centre Brookfield Place Buckland Avenue Dover, Kent CT16 2AE

Local Stores

Dover - Crabble Hill
Crabble Hill
Dover
Kent
CT17 0SU
01304 219458
Store Website
0.60 miles

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SPAR - London Road Dover
49-50 London Road
Dover
CT17 0SP
01304 202315
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Maison Dieu Veterinary Group - Dover
76-77 Maison Dieu Road Dover Kent CT16 1RE 01304 201 617 maisondieuvets@cvsvets.com Website 0.68 miles
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Medivet Dover - Burnham House Veterinary Surgery
33-35 Castle Street Dover Kent CT16 1PT 01304 206989 dover@medivet.co.uk Website 0.96 miles
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White Cliffs Veterinary Surgery
Unit 4 - 6 Whitfield Court White Cliffs Business Park Whitfield Dover Kent CT16 3PX 01304 414141 info@whitecliffsvets.co.uk Website 1.69 miles

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Dover (Whitfield) Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home White Cliffs Retail Park Honeywood Parkway, Whitefield Dover Kent CT16 3PS 0130487340 doverwhitfield@vets4pets.com Website 1.71 miles
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Medivet Whitfield - Bewsbury Cross Veterinary Clinic
1 Bewsbury Cross Lane Whitfield Dover Kent CT16 3HB 01304 824989 whitfield@medivet.co.uk Website 2.03 miles
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Hawkinge Veterinary Surgery
Jhe Thompson Limited 9B Defiant Close Hawkinge Kent CT18 7SU 01303 764190 Website 5.90 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Kearsney Abbey
Lovely Walk Through A Park And Wooded Area. Great For Kids And Lots Of Water For Adventurous Dogs. 12 Kearsney Ave Temple Ewell Dover CT16 3BU 1.55 miles

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The White Cliffs Of Dover
A Linear Dog Friendly Walk Along The White Cliffs Of Dover Towards And Reaching South Foreland Lighthouse. The White Cliffs Are A National Trust Site, Allowing For Plenty Of Parking And A Visitor Centre With A Gift Shop And Cafe, Which Offer Outside Seating For You And Your Dog. CT15 5NA 2.18 miles Follow The Brown Signs From The A258 Duke Of York’S Roundabout; 3Rd Exit Towards Dover Town Centre, After 1 Mile Turn Left Into Upper Road. The Entrance Is On The Right After 1 Mile, At The Sharp Bend In The Road.

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Singledge Lane Woods
Public Footpath Route Through A Woods. Leads Off Through The Fields Or A Circular Path Through The Wood. Some Parking At The Side Of The Road But Limited. Near Dover Clay Pigeon Shooting Club So Bear This In Mind If Your Dog Is Nervous Of Load Noises. Singledge Ln Shepherdswell Dover CT15 5AF 3.10 miles

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The Pine Garden To North Foreland Lighthouse
Open Countryside Walk From The Pines Garden And Café At St Margeret's Bay Between Dover And Deal, Follow The Road Up And Eventually You Will Come To The Lighthouse Which Is National Trust And Has A Café. Beach Rd St Margaret'S At Cliffe 4.11 miles Follow The Hill Down To St Margaret'S Bay And Look For The Sign Post On The Right.

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Willow Woods
Small Wooded Area Just Outside Of Deal. Deal Lancashire 5.66 miles

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Reinden Woods
The Paths Through Reinden Wood, A Mixed Deciduous And Coniferous Woodland, Are A Combination Of Public Bridleway And Permissive Paths Agreed With The Mod. It Is A Surfaced Route For The Most Part, With Some Uneven Ground. 1 The Paddocks Densole Folkestone CT18 7BL 5.78 miles Sign Posted As Mod -There Are Parking Places At The Start Of The Walk, Off The A260 Between Hawkinge And Densole.

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-4.2°C	-4.3°C	-4.6°C	-5.5°C	-7.4°C	-9.7°C	-11.8°C	-13.9°C	-15.9°C	-13.7°C	-14.9°C	-17.2°C

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Feels Like	-18.1°C	-19.2°C	-20°C	-20.6°C	-20.6°C	-19.1°C	-16°C	-13.1°C	-11.4°C	-10.9°C	-12.9°C	-15.8°C

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Temp	-10.4°C	-10.2°C	-9.3°C	-8.1°C	-6.5°C	-3.7°C	0°C	2.5°C	3°C	2°C	0.4°C	-5.3°C
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