Welcome to Northdown

Northdown is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. It is situated on the outskirts of Margate and is known for its beautiful countryside and stunning coastline. The village is home to a number of historic buildings, including the Grade II listed Northdown House, which was built in the 18th century and is now used as a school. The village also has a number of shops, pubs, and restaurants, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

One of the main attractions of Northdown is its proximity to the coast. The village is just a short walk from the beach, which is a popular spot for swimming, sunbathing, and water sports. The coastline is also home to a number of beautiful cliffs and rock formations, which provide stunning views of the sea. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll along the beach or explore the nearby nature reserves, which are home to a variety of wildlife.

Northdown is also known for its rich history. The village has a number of historic buildings, including the 12th-century St. Peter's Church, which is one of the oldest buildings in the area. The village also has a number of museums and galleries, which showcase the history and culture of the area. Visitors can learn about the local industries, such as fishing and agriculture, or explore the art and literature of the region. Overall, Northdown is a charming village with a rich history and stunning natural beauty, making it a must-visit destination for anyone visiting Kent.

Local Weather

Mist

Temp: 18.4°C

Feels Like: 18.4°C

Wind: 6.7 MPH

Wind Dir: WSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Lighthouse School Other Independent Special School Ages:8-18 Head Teacher Miss Bonnie Tate	Northdown Park Margate CT9 3TP 1843482055 School Website
Northdown Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Matthew Harris	Tenterden Way Margate Kent CT9 3RE 01843226077 School Website
St Anthonys School Community Special School Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Mr Robert Page	St Anthony's Way Margate Kent CT9 3RA 01843292015 School Website
Cliftonville Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Whichcord	Northumberland Avenue Cliftonville Margate Kent CT9 3LY 01843227575 School Website
Palm Bay Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Miss Lizzie Williams	Palm Bay Avenue Cliftonville Margate Kent CT9 3PP 1843290050 School Website
Cross Keys Learning Other Independent Special School Ages:11-17 Head Teacher Mr Marvin Simpson	Suite 1 & 2 The Lead Centre Dane Valley Road Broadstairs Kent CT10 3JJ 7884144625 School Website
Callis Grange Nursery And Infant School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Victoria Palmer-Simpson	Beacon Road Broadstairs Kent CT10 3DG 01843862531 School Website
St Peter In Thanet C Of E Junior School Voluntary Aided School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Tim Whitehouse	Grange Road St Peters Broadstairs Kent CT10 3EP 01843861430 School Website
Parkview Academy Other Independent Special School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Ms Laura Stubbs	8 Approach Road Margate Kent CT9 2AN 1843606817
Drapers Mills Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Kathleen Davis	St Peter's Footpath Margate Kent CT9 2SP 01843223989 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Broadstairs Lloyd Road, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 1HZ 1.57 Miles

Margate Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD 2.00 Miles

Dumpton Park Off Herseson Road, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 7EW 2.47 Miles

Ramsgate Station Approach Road, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 7RE 2.78 Miles

Westgate-On-Sea Station Road, Westgate-On-Sea, Kent, CT8 8QY 3.43 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Airport Direct 07971 189659 6 Turnden Gdns, Margate, Kent, CT9 3HB 0.28 Miles
Crown Airport Chauffeurs 01843 229959 The Retreat, Margate, Kent, CT9 3TH 0.34 Miles
Star Cars 01843 291133 Palm Bay Court, Margate, Kent, CT9 3DH 0.86 Miles
Arrow Taxis 01843 226688 101A Northdown Road, Margate, Kent, CT9 2QY 1.10 Miles
Thanet Cars 01843 866666 32 High Street, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 2TQ 1.18 Miles
Jillys Cars 01843 867676 High Street, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 2TQ 1.18 Miles
Chauffeur Cars 01843 868686 28 High Street, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 2TQ 1.18 Miles
Chauffeur Taxis 01843 292929 76 Northdown Road, Margate, Kent, CT9 2RE 1.30 Miles
Airport Taxi Services 01227 767337 1 Grotto Hill, Margate, Kent, CT9 2BU 1.33 Miles
Chauffeur Hire 01843 595959 1 The Broadway, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 2AD 1.57 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Northdown Village Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Foreland Avenue Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Westpark Avenue Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Northdown Way Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kingsgate Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Magnolia Avenue Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
2 Summerfield Road Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Holly Lane Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cowley Rise Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
81 Botany Road Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Invicta House Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Princess Margaret Avenue Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Prince Charles Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grafton Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Philip Corby Close Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
East Kent Headache Service 01843 209300	Bethesda Medical Centre Palm Bay Avenue Cliftonville Kent CT9 3NR
Bethesda Medical Centre 01843 209300	The Bethesda Medical Ctr Palm Bay Ave,Cliftonville Margate Kent CT9 3NR
Mocketts Wood Surgery 03000 426130	The Mockett's Wood Surg. Hopeville Ave, St Peters Broadstairs Kent CT10 2TR
St Peter's Surgery 01843 608860	St Peter's Surgery 6 Oaklands Ave,St Peter's Broadstairs Kent CT10 2SQ
Broadstairs Medical Practice 01843 608836	The Broadway Broadstairs Kent CT10 2AJ

Local Stores

Cliftonville - Summerfield Road
1-5 Summerfield Road
Cliftonville
Margate
Kent
CT9 3EZ
01843 226224
Store Website
0.49 miles

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SPAR Ramsgate
7 St John's Crescent
Newington
Ramsgate
CT12 6FF
01843 591889
Store Website
2.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Margate Pdsa Pet Clinic
292 Northdown Road Margate Kent CT9 2PT 01843 269933 Website 0.84 miles


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Thanet Vets
College Road Margate Kent CT9 5TP 01843 226678 enquiries@thanetvets.com Website 1.28 miles
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Briar House Veterinary Surgery
13-15 St Peters Road Broadstairs Kent CT10 2AG 01843 863395 briarhouse@briarhouse.plus.com 1.52 miles

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Companion Care (Broadstairs) Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 1B East Kent Retail Park Westwood Road Broadstairs Kent CT10 2RQ 01843 608430 broadstairs@companioncare.co.uk Website 1.57 miles
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Plunketts - Ramsgate Veterinary Surgery
Unit 4 Princes Road Ramsgate Kent CT11 7SA 01843591899 plunketts@cvsvets.com Website 2.71 miles
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Vet 2 U
4 Wilton Road Haine Industrial Estate Ramsgate Kent CT12 5HG 01843 606867 enquiries@vet2u.direct Website 2.75 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Sandwich Bay
Pebble And Sandy Private Beach Walk. Charge To Access The Beach, But No Time Limit And Great At Low Tide. Sandwich Lancashire 6.19 miles

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Willow Woods
Small Wooded Area Just Outside Of Deal. Deal Lancashire 12.66 miles

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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 15.93 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 16.09 miles Follow The Hill Down To St Margaret'S Bay And Look For The Sign Post On The Right.

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Duncan Down
Duncan Down Is An Open, Public, Area To The South West Of Whitstable And Is The Largest Village Green In The United Kingdom. It Is A 21 Hectare (52 Acre) Area Of Grass And Woodland Incorporating Two Ponds And A Brook. The Area Is Maintained By The Friends Of Duncan Down With Assistance From Canterbury City Council And Has Received A Grant From The Lottery Breathing Places Programme. Thanet Way Lancashire 17.10 miles

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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 17.18 miles

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Weather Forecast

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	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Fog	Overcast	Overcast	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear
Temp	23.3°C	23.3°C	19.9°C	18.6°C	20.5°C	26.9°C	30°C	31.1°C	31°C	29.5°C	26.4°C	25.2°C
Feels Like	25.5°C	25.4°C	19.9°C	18.6°C	20.5°C	30.5°C	34.7°C	35.5°C	34.7°C	32.8°C	28.7°C	26.3°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	Clear	Mist	Sunny	Sunny	Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Clear
Temp	22.7°C	21.5°C	20.6°C	20.3°C	23.4°C	27.6°C	28.7°C	28.8°C	28.7°C	28°C	25.1°C	21.2°C
Feels Like	25.1°C	21.5°C	20.6°C	20.3°C	25.2°C	31.2°C	32°C	31.6°C	31.1°C	30.1°C	27.3°C	21.2°C

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Partly Cloudy
Temp	20.3°C	19.2°C	18.4°C	18.1°C	22.1°C	26°C	28.2°C	29.6°C	29.6°C	28.4°C	26°C	23.1°C
Feels Like	20.3°C	19.2°C	18.4°C	18.1°C	22.8°C	27.2°C	29.6°C	31.3°C	31.6°C	30.6°C	28°C	24.6°C

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