Hillborough

Settlement in Kent Canterbury

England

Hillborough

Hillborough is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. Situated approximately 4 miles east of the bustling town of Sittingbourne, Hillborough is a predominantly residential area with a population of around 1,500 people.

The village is known for its picturesque countryside surroundings, with rolling hills and beautiful landscapes that attract nature enthusiasts and hikers. The area is rich in natural beauty, with several nearby parks and nature reserves offering opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and birdwatching.

Hillborough boasts a close-knit community, with a range of amenities that cater to the needs of its residents. These include a local primary school, a village hall, and a few small shops and businesses. The village also has a pub that serves as a social hub for locals and visitors alike.

Transportation in Hillborough is primarily facilitated through road connections. The A2 and M2 motorways are easily accessible, providing convenient links to surrounding towns and cities. The village is also served by regular bus services, connecting residents to nearby Sittingbourne and other local areas.

Hillborough offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for those seeking a quieter lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of larger towns. With its charming countryside and friendly community, it is a desirable place to live for those who appreciate a slower pace of life while still having access to essential amenities.

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Hillborough Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.365694/1.174893 or Grid Reference TR2167. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hillborough buildings [1]

The church of St Mary the Virgin in Reculver Lane was built in 1878. Constructed, as a Gothic Revival church in the Early English style, of knapped flint with limestone dressings under a tile roof. The south doorway is a 13th century one reused from the ancient church at Reculver as are a few stones at the junction of the nave and chancel. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Hillborough is a suburb of the town of Herne Bay, a seaside town on the Thames Estuary, some 6 miles north of Canterbury and about 4 miles east of Whitstable. It neighbours the ancient villages of Herne and Reculver.

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War memorial

The Reculver war memorial is in the churchyard of the church of St Mary. Erected in 1919, it is a stone remembrance of rough-hewn granite. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

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Hillborough buildings [2]

Part of the churchyard. The church of St Mary the Virgin in Reculver Lane was built in 1878. Constructed, as a Gothic Revival church in the Early English style, of knapped flint with limestone dressings under a tile roof. The south doorway is a 13th century one reused from the ancient church at Reculver as are a few stones at the junction of the nave and chancel. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

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Hillborough buildings [3]

The Reculver Church of England Primary School in Reculver Lane. Hillborough is a suburb of the town of Herne Bay, a seaside town on the Thames Estuary, some 6 miles north of Canterbury and about 4 miles east of Whitstable. It neighbours the ancient villages of Herne and Reculver.

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Hillborough buildings [4]

St Mary's Cottage is, probably, 17th century. Now partly stuccoed and partly pebbledashed, all under a thatch roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

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Hillborough buildings [5]

Forge House, Reculver Lane, is an 18th century building. Constructed of rendered brick under a tile roof. There is a modern extension on the right. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

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227, Reculver Road

In May 2019, the location was a TR2068 : Building site, 227, Reculver Road.

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208, Reculver Road

Planning permission has been approved by Canterbury City Council under application number CA/21/02321 for a “detached dwelling with associated external works following demolition of existing bungalow”. The view shows the bungalow during demolition.

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Coast north of Bishopsboiurne Herne Bay

Viewed from Ocean View and looking towards Reculver.

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Coast north of Bishopsboiurne Herne Bay

Looking eastwards towards Reculver.

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Coast below Ocean View Car Park

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Shingle beach, Herne Bay

Wooden groynes to keep in check mass transport of the shingle by wave action.

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Junction for the path to Reculver

The Oyster Bay Trail heads up the slope to cross the Bishopstone Glen, also known as the Oldhaven Gap, a gap between two sand cliffs. Drainage work has helped to stabilise the slope of London Clay (information from the nearby board).

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Path in Bishopstone Glen, Herne Bay

The coastal path swings inland around the short valley of Bishopstone Glen, formed by a gap between two sand cliffs.

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Path above Bishopstone Glen, Herne Bay

The railings fence off the steep bank of the stream below.

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Wooden sculpture, Bishopstone Glen

Formerly the path here crossed through 'Fairy Woods' where local resident James Robinson had turned the bottom of his garden into an attraction with fairy houses, gnomes and crazy paving (from the information board on the coastal path).

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Top of the 100 steps, Bishopstone Glen, Herne Bay

Steps up from the eastern side of the glen, a gap formed between two sand cliffs.

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Bishopstone Glen, Herne Bay

A short steep-sided valley between two sand cliffs. The cliffs are sandstone with London Clay on top, in which fossils up to 60 million years old have been found (from the information board by the coastal path).

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Hillborough is located at Grid Ref: TR2167 (Lat: 51.365694, Lng: 1.174893)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Canterbury

Police Authority: Kent