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Swift's Green

Settlement in Kent Ashford

England

Swift's Green

Grigg Farm, Headcorn Picture taken in 1922. View is very much the same now. I was brought up here.
Grigg Farm, Headcorn Credit: Alan Chantler

Swift's Green is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. Situated about 5 miles west of the town of Ashford, it falls within the civil parish of Charing. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, with rolling hills and fields creating a peaceful and idyllic setting.

The origins of Swift's Green can be traced back to medieval times, and the village retains a charming and traditional atmosphere. It consists mainly of residential properties, including a mix of traditional cottages and more modern houses. The village is known for its close-knit community, with friendly and welcoming locals.

Despite its small size, Swift's Green offers a range of amenities for its residents. These include a village hall, which hosts various community events and activities, as well as a local pub where locals and visitors can enjoy a drink or a meal. Additionally, there are several shops and services available in nearby Charing, ensuring that residents have access to essential amenities.

The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horse riding. The nearby Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offers stunning landscapes and is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Overall, Swift's Green is a charming and peaceful village in the heart of the Kent countryside. Its strong sense of community, coupled with its beautiful surroundings, makes it an appealing place to live for those seeking a rural and tranquil lifestyle.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.16852/0.67546 or Grid Reference TQ8744. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Grigg Farm, Headcorn Picture taken in 1922. View is very much the same now. I was brought up here.
Grigg Farm, Headcorn
Picture taken in 1922. View is very much the same now. I was brought up here.
Smarden Churchyard
Smarden Churchyard
Southerden Road/Grigg Lane Southerden Road to the left becomes Grigg Lane to the right. The view is from an unnamed road on the map.
Southerden Road/Grigg Lane
Southerden Road to the left becomes Grigg Lane to the right. The view is from an unnamed road on the map.
Work in hand The chimneys are receiving attention on this house in the hamlet of Southerden.
Work in hand
The chimneys are receiving attention on this house in the hamlet of Southerden.
School Wood The wood is to the right of the road and starts at the gate. It is mapped as ancient woodland.
School Wood
The wood is to the right of the road and starts at the gate. It is mapped as ancient woodland.
Swift's Green Bedlam Lane at the corner with Rosemary Lane, which is unsuitable for heavy goods vehicles.
Swift's Green
Bedlam Lane at the corner with Rosemary Lane, which is unsuitable for heavy goods vehicles.
Roadside Memorial World War II.
Roadside Memorial
World War II.
Kingsden Farm Bedlam Lane passes the barns of the farm.
Kingsden Farm
Bedlam Lane passes the barns of the farm.
Lewd Lane No mere Love Lane in these parts!
Lewd Lane
No mere Love Lane in these parts!
Lewd Lane corner The hamlet here is called The Quarter.
Lewd Lane corner
The hamlet here is called The Quarter.
Hegg Hill Not much of a hill.
Hegg Hill
Not much of a hill.
Very small building All by itself in the field.
Very small building
All by itself in the field.
Sherway Bridge The stream beneath is a local authority boundary.
Sherway Bridge
The stream beneath is a local authority boundary.
Manor Farm Oast, Love Lane, Headcorn, Kent Single square kiln oast house.
Manor Farm Oast, Love Lane, Headcorn, Kent
Single square kiln oast house.
Westover Oast, Bell Lane, Smarden, Kent Single round kiln oast house. Ragstone brick and white weatherboard stowage.
Westover Oast, Bell Lane, Smarden, Kent
Single round kiln oast house. Ragstone brick and white weatherboard stowage.
Unconverted Oast House at Bell Farm, Smarden Road, near Smarden, Kent Planning permission has been granted for conversion to a dwelling.
Unconverted Oast House at Bell Farm, Smarden Road, near Smarden, Kent
Planning permission has been granted for conversion to a dwelling.
The Oast House, Headcorn Road, Smarden, Kent Single round kiln oast house.
The Oast House, Headcorn Road, Smarden, Kent
Single round kiln oast house.
Southernden, Southerden Road, Headcorn, Kent Single square kiln oast house.
Southernden, Southerden Road, Headcorn, Kent
Single square kiln oast house.
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Swift's Green is located at Grid Ref: TQ8744 (Lat: 51.16852, Lng: 0.67546)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Ashford

Police Authority: Kent

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Post Box
Collection Plate: CP7D
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Old Ref: TN27 203
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Mounting: pier
Post Box Type: lamp
Postal Code: TN27
Ref: TN27 203D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Source: survey
Survey Date: 2022-12-19
Lat/Long: 51.1687312/0.6753461
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Colour: white
Marker: aerial
Utility: gas
Lat/Long: 51.1704851/0.6773394
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Man Made: utility_pole
Lat/Long: 51.1705547/0.677203
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