Alders

Wood, Forest in Kent Ashford

England

Alders

Gatehouse for Eastwell Park The neo-Jacobean gatehouse for Eastwell Park was built in the 1840s. — Gatehouse for Eastwell Park Credit: Marathon

Alders in Kent is a small village nestled within the picturesque Wood, Forest area. Located in the southeastern part of England, Alders is known for its natural beauty and tranquil surroundings. The village is surrounded by dense woodlands, giving it a serene and idyllic atmosphere.

The village itself is home to a tight-knit community, with a population of around 500 residents. The residents of Alders take immense pride in their village and actively participate in maintaining its charm and character. The architecture in Alders is predominantly traditional, with charming cottages and houses lining the village streets.

Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to explore in Alders. The village is surrounded by vast woodlands, making it an ideal destination for hiking, walking, and wildlife spotting. The nearby Forest area is rich in biodiversity, with a wide variety of flora and fauna to discover.

Despite its rural setting, Alders is conveniently located near several amenities. The village has a small convenience store where residents can purchase everyday essentials. For more extensive shopping trips, the nearby town of Kent offers a range of supermarkets, shops, and services.

Alders is well-connected to the rest of Kent by road. The village is situated near major highways, allowing for easy transportation to nearby towns and cities. The closest train station is a short drive away, providing access to further destinations throughout the country.

Overall, Alders in Kent offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful community atmosphere.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.173474/0.8630555 or Grid Reference TR0045. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gatehouse for Eastwell Park The neo-Jacobean gatehouse for Eastwell Park was built in the 1840s.

Gatehouse for Eastwell Park

The neo-Jacobean gatehouse for Eastwell Park was built in the 1840s.

Gatehouse for Eastwell Park The neo-Jacobean gatehouse for Eastwell Park was built in the 1840s.

Gatehouse for Eastwell Park

The neo-Jacobean gatehouse for Eastwell Park was built in the 1840s.

Eastwell Lake Eastwell House has been demolished and the nearby church is ruined. This view is from where the road crosses the inflow to the lake near Aviary Wood.

Eastwell Lake

Eastwell House has been demolished and the nearby church is ruined. This view is from where the road crosses the inflow to the lake near Aviary Wood.

St Mary's Church, Eastwell St Mary&#039;s Church at Eastwell dates from the 15th century. It is a quiet spot at the end of a lane and close to the North Downs Way. The church suffered bomb damage during the Second World War and is now a ruin. The Shell Book of Kent describes it as &quot;sombre and attractive&quot;. The North Downs Way passes just to the north, beyond the church.

The Shell Book goes on to say that an unnamed tomb is credited to Richard Plantagenet, son of Richard III, who escaped from the Battle of Bosworth and ended up here as a carpenter on the estate. See also <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_of_Eastwell" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_of_Eastwell">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

The church is in the care of the Friends of Friendless Churches - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://friendsoffriendlesschurches.org.uk/church/st-marys-eastwell-kent/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://friendsoffriendlesschurches.org.uk/church/st-marys-eastwell-kent/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

St Mary's Church, Eastwell

St Mary's Church at Eastwell dates from the 15th century. It is a quiet spot at the end of a lane and close to the North Downs Way. The church suffered bomb damage during the Second World War and is now a ruin. The Shell Book of Kent describes it as "sombre and attractive". The North Downs Way passes just to the north, beyond the church. The Shell Book goes on to say that an unnamed tomb is credited to Richard Plantagenet, son of Richard III, who escaped from the Battle of Bosworth and ended up here as a carpenter on the estate. See also Link

The church is in the care of the Friends of Friendless Churches - see Link

St Mary's Church, Eastwell St Mary&#039;s Church at Eastwell dates from the 15th century. It is a quiet spot at the end of a lane and close to the North Downs Way. The church suffered bomb damage during the Second World War and is now a ruin. The Shell Book of Kent describes it as &quot;sombre and attractive&quot;. The North Downs Way passes just to the north, beyond the church.

The Shell Book goes on to say that an unnamed tomb is credited to Richard Plantagenet, son of Richard III, who escaped from the Battle of Bosworth and ended up here as a carpenter on the estate. See also <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_of_Eastwell" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_of_Eastwell">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

The church is in the care of the Friends of Friendless Churches - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://friendsoffriendlesschurches.org.uk/church/st-marys-eastwell-kent/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://friendsoffriendlesschurches.org.uk/church/st-marys-eastwell-kent/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

St Mary's Church, Eastwell

St Mary's Church at Eastwell dates from the 15th century. It is a quiet spot at the end of a lane and close to the North Downs Way. The church suffered bomb damage during the Second World War and is now a ruin. The Shell Book of Kent describes it as "sombre and attractive". The North Downs Way passes just to the north, beyond the church. The Shell Book goes on to say that an unnamed tomb is credited to Richard Plantagenet, son of Richard III, who escaped from the Battle of Bosworth and ended up here as a carpenter on the estate. See also Link

The church is in the care of the Friends of Friendless Churches - see Link

St Mary's Church, Eastwell St Mary&#039;s Church at Eastwell dates from the 15th century. It is a quiet spot at the end of a lane and close to the North Downs Way. The church suffered bomb damage during the Second World War and is now a ruin. The Shell Book of Kent describes it as &quot;sombre and attractive&quot;. The North Downs Way passes just to the north, beyond the church.

The Shell Book goes on to say that an unnamed tomb is credited to Richard Plantagenet, son of Richard III, who escaped from the Battle of Bosworth and ended up here as a carpenter on the estate. See also <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_of_Eastwell" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_of_Eastwell">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

The church is in the care of the Friends of Friendless Churches - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://friendsoffriendlesschurches.org.uk/church/st-marys-eastwell-kent/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://friendsoffriendlesschurches.org.uk/church/st-marys-eastwell-kent/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

St Mary's Church, Eastwell

St Mary's Church at Eastwell dates from the 15th century. It is a quiet spot at the end of a lane and close to the North Downs Way. The church suffered bomb damage during the Second World War and is now a ruin. The Shell Book of Kent describes it as "sombre and attractive". The North Downs Way passes just to the north, beyond the church. The Shell Book goes on to say that an unnamed tomb is credited to Richard Plantagenet, son of Richard III, who escaped from the Battle of Bosworth and ended up here as a carpenter on the estate. See also Link

The church is in the care of the Friends of Friendless Churches - see Link

St Mary's Church, Eastwell St Mary&#039;s Church at Eastwell dates from the 15th century. It is a quiet spot at the end of a lane and close to the North Downs Way. The church suffered bomb damage during the Second World War and is now a ruin. The Shell Book of Kent describes it as &quot;sombre and attractive&quot;. The North Downs Way passes just to the north, beyond the church.

The Shell Book goes on to say that an unnamed tomb is credited to Richard Plantagenet, son of Richard III, who escaped from the Battle of Bosworth and ended up here as a carpenter on the estate. See also <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_of_Eastwell" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_of_Eastwell">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

The church is in the care of the Friends of Friendless Churches - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://friendsoffriendlesschurches.org.uk/church/st-marys-eastwell-kent/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://friendsoffriendlesschurches.org.uk/church/st-marys-eastwell-kent/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

St Mary's Church, Eastwell

St Mary's Church at Eastwell dates from the 15th century. It is a quiet spot at the end of a lane and close to the North Downs Way. The church suffered bomb damage during the Second World War and is now a ruin. The Shell Book of Kent describes it as "sombre and attractive". The North Downs Way passes just to the north, beyond the church. The Shell Book goes on to say that an unnamed tomb is credited to Richard Plantagenet, son of Richard III, who escaped from the Battle of Bosworth and ended up here as a carpenter on the estate. See also Link

The church is in the care of the Friends of Friendless Churches - see Link

Bybrook Cemetery

Bybrook Cemetery

Footpath by Bybrook Cemetery

Footpath by Bybrook Cemetery

Nine Acres

Nine Acres

Footpath through Bybrook

Footpath through Bybrook

Beecholme Drive

Beecholme Drive

Bockhanger Lane

Bockhanger Lane

Bockhanger Lane

Bockhanger Lane

Bockhanger Lane

Bockhanger Lane

Bockhanger Lane

Bockhanger Lane

Mini-roundabout, Hurst Rd

Mini-roundabout, Hurst Rd

Hurst Rd

Hurst Rd

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Alders is located at Grid Ref: TR0045 (Lat: 51.173474, Lng: 0.8630555)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Ashford

Police Authority: Kent

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