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Force Green

Settlement in Kent Sevenoaks

England

Force Green

Westerham and Winston Churchill The green at Westerham is presided over by Winston who lived at Chartwell, just a few miles away. The far statue is of General James Wolf who lived at Quebec House.
Westerham and Winston Churchill Credit: Nigel Freeman

Force Green is a small village located in the county of Kent, in southeastern England. Situated near the town of Maidstone, it is a rural and picturesque settlement that offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for its residents and visitors. The village is nestled amidst the beautiful Kent countryside, characterized by rolling hills, green fields, and charming woodlands.

Force Green is known for its close-knit community and friendly atmosphere. The village is home to a small population, primarily consisting of families and individuals seeking a peaceful lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of larger towns and cities. The residents of Force Green often engage in community activities, which foster a strong sense of unity and belonging.

The village is well-connected to the surrounding areas, with good transport links to nearby towns and cities. This allows residents to easily access amenities and services in the larger urban centers, while still enjoying the tranquility of village life. Additionally, Force Green benefits from its proximity to the beautiful Kent Downs, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and birdwatching.

In terms of facilities, Force Green has a small primary school, a village hall, and a local pub, which serves as a hub for social gatherings and community events. Although the village itself does not have a wide range of amenities, residents can find a variety of shops, supermarkets, and leisure facilities within a short drive.

Overall, Force Green is a charming and peaceful village that offers a serene countryside lifestyle, making it an attractive destination for those seeking a slower pace of life surrounded by natural beauty.

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Westerham and Winston Churchill The green at Westerham is presided over by Winston who lived at Chartwell, just a few miles away. The far statue is of General James Wolf who lived at Quebec House.
Westerham and Winston Churchill
The green at Westerham is presided over by Winston who lived at Chartwell, just a few miles away. The far statue is of General James Wolf who lived at Quebec House.
Looking south from London Road The white specks in the distance are lorries on the M25 London orbital road.
Looking south from London Road
The white specks in the distance are lorries on the M25 London orbital road.
Dovecote at Squerryes Court, Westerham, Kent Interior wide-angle view of the 18th century dovecote, used to raise "squabs" (fledgling pigeons) with which to feed the household.
Dovecote at Squerryes Court, Westerham, Kent
Interior wide-angle view of the 18th century dovecote, used to raise "squabs" (fledgling pigeons) with which to feed the household.
The North Downs Way
The North Downs Way
Pilgrim House
Pilgrim House
The Spinning Wheel at Hawley's Corner, TN16 At the end of Gray's Road, which leads west from the A223 Westerham Hill. In front of the restaurant-cum-pub is the private Spinning Wheel Cottage.
The Spinning Wheel at Hawley's Corner, TN16
At the end of Gray's Road, which leads west from the A223 Westerham Hill. In front of the restaurant-cum-pub is the private Spinning Wheel Cottage.
Farm buildings, Cudham Grange, Kent
Farm buildings, Cudham Grange, Kent
The Pilgrim's Way This minor road, which here roughly parallels the M25 motorway, is on the exact alignment of the ancient Pilgrim's Way from Winchester to Canterbury.
The Pilgrim's Way
This minor road, which here roughly parallels the M25 motorway, is on the exact alignment of the ancient Pilgrim's Way from Winchester to Canterbury.
Looking up Hogtrough Hill The Pilgrim's Way runs left to right (west to east) here, while Hogtrough Hill, which rates a "more than 14%" symbol on the OS map, climbs steeply up the scarp slope of the North Downs towards Knockholt.
Looking up Hogtrough Hill
The Pilgrim's Way runs left to right (west to east) here, while Hogtrough Hill, which rates a "more than 14%" symbol on the OS map, climbs steeply up the scarp slope of the North Downs towards Knockholt.
Former Westerham Railway, Kent Once upon a time, and here we're talking around fifty years ago, Westerham had its own railway station. A tank engine, usually a push-pull fitted H Class, trundled two antiquated carriages up and down, some four miles to the junction with the South Eastern main line at Dunton Green, where you could change for a train up to London or down towards the coast at Dover and Hastings. But the line did not pay its way, (they never tried diesel cars here). Part of the line was built over when the M25 was constructed, but this small section towards Westerham escaped that fate and the right-of-way survives as a farm track. Ironically the M25 never gave a direct connection to Westerham, because local residents objected to the planned interchange just north of the town, and drivers are faced with a few miles along the A25 before they can access the motorway.
Former Westerham Railway, Kent
Once upon a time, and here we're talking around fifty years ago, Westerham had its own railway station. A tank engine, usually a push-pull fitted H Class, trundled two antiquated carriages up and down, some four miles to the junction with the South Eastern main line at Dunton Green, where you could change for a train up to London or down towards the coast at Dover and Hastings. But the line did not pay its way, (they never tried diesel cars here). Part of the line was built over when the M25 was constructed, but this small section towards Westerham escaped that fate and the right-of-way survives as a farm track. Ironically the M25 never gave a direct connection to Westerham, because local residents objected to the planned interchange just north of the town, and drivers are faced with a few miles along the A25 before they can access the motorway.
A25 near Brasted Sand Pits, Kent The opening of the parallel M25 did not mean that the A25 became some quiet backwater. It still carries a great deal of traffic and can become congested, threading its way as it does through Westerham, Brasted and Sundridge. This eastward looking view was taken from the entrance to Brasted Sand Pits.
A25 near Brasted Sand Pits, Kent
The opening of the parallel M25 did not mean that the A25 became some quiet backwater. It still carries a great deal of traffic and can become congested, threading its way as it does through Westerham, Brasted and Sundridge. This eastward looking view was taken from the entrance to Brasted Sand Pits.
Lodge, Valence School, Westerham, Kent Valence School is set in beautiful parkland to the south of the A25 near Westerham. Here just a small part of the school grounds and lodge can be seen.
Lodge, Valence School, Westerham, Kent
Valence School is set in beautiful parkland to the south of the A25 near Westerham. Here just a small part of the school grounds and lodge can be seen.
M25 bridge over B2024 (Croydon Road), Westerham Although the M25 passes very close to Westerham, there is no direct connection. Slip roads were originally planned at this point, but were never built. Whether this was to save money, or to preserve the sanity of the Westerham population, is not recorded.
M25 bridge over B2024 (Croydon Road), Westerham
Although the M25 passes very close to Westerham, there is no direct connection. Slip roads were originally planned at this point, but were never built. Whether this was to save money, or to preserve the sanity of the Westerham population, is not recorded.
Squerryes Court Gardens
Squerryes Court Gardens
View over Westerham Churchyard
View over Westerham Churchyard
Valence School Overlooking the croquet lawn (now covered by a new building)
Valence School
Overlooking the croquet lawn (now covered by a new building)
Westerham fire station Westerham fire station, Croydon Road, Westerham, Kent
Westerham fire station
Westerham fire station, Croydon Road, Westerham, Kent
Oast House Single round kiln oast house, missing cowl.
Oast House
Single round kiln oast house, missing cowl.
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Force Green is located at Grid Ref: TQ4455 (Lat: 51.279723, Lng: 0.075618)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Sevenoaks

Police Authority: Kent

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