Ileden

Settlement in Kent Canterbury

England

Ileden

Valley Rd — Valley Rd Credit: N Chadwick

Ileden is a small village located in the county of Kent, in southeastern England. Situated near the town of Ashford, it lies within the beautiful countryside of the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With a population of around 500 residents, Ileden maintains a close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is characterized by its picturesque surroundings, featuring rolling hills, meadows, and charming country lanes. The landscape provides opportunities for outdoor pursuits such as hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. Additionally, Ileden is home to a number of farms, contributing to the rural ambiance and providing the community with fresh local produce.

Ileden boasts a rich historical background, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Iron Age. The village is dotted with historic buildings, including the beautiful Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, which dates back to the 12th century and is renowned for its stunning architecture and stained glass windows.

Although small in size, Ileden offers a range of amenities for its residents. These include a village hall, a primary school, a local pub, and a post office. The village also benefits from being well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with good transport links allowing for easy access to Ashford and beyond.

Overall, Ileden is a peaceful and idyllic village that combines natural beauty, a strong sense of community, and a rich heritage, making it an attractive place for residents and visitors alike.

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Ileden Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.224775/1.1493739 or Grid Reference TR2052. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Valley Rd

Valley Rd

Valley Rd

Valley Rd

End of old route of Valley Rd

End of old route of Valley Rd

Elham Valley The Elham Valley is a chalk valley carved by the River Nailbourne situated in the North Downs in East Kent. The valley is named after the settlement of Elham. Other settlements in the valley include Etchinghill, Lyminge, Barham, Kingston, Bishopsbourne and Bridge.
The Elham Valley Way, a 22.5-mile recreational walking route passes through the valley. The route starts at Hythe and finishes at Canterbury Cathedral. It utilises much of the old route of the Elham Valley Railway, constructed in the 19th century to connect Folkestone and Canterbury. It was closed in 1947.

Elham Valley

The Elham Valley is a chalk valley carved by the River Nailbourne situated in the North Downs in East Kent. The valley is named after the settlement of Elham. Other settlements in the valley include Etchinghill, Lyminge, Barham, Kingston, Bishopsbourne and Bridge. The Elham Valley Way, a 22.5-mile recreational walking route passes through the valley. The route starts at Hythe and finishes at Canterbury Cathedral. It utilises much of the old route of the Elham Valley Railway, constructed in the 19th century to connect Folkestone and Canterbury. It was closed in 1947.

Valley Rd

Valley Rd

Elmstone Court Grade II listed.

Elmstone Court

Grade II listed.

The Old Rectory

The Old Rectory

Dry ford, Out Elmstead Lane The Nailbourne (Little Stour) flows from Lyminge, through the Elham Valley until it becomes known as the Little Stour at Littlebourne.
The Nailbourne bubbles up beneath St Ethelburga&#039;s Well in Tayne Field in the centre of Lyminge. Whilst the stream often holds a plentiful supply of water from Lyminge to Elham throughout the year, it rarely holds any water from Elham to Bishopsbourne even in the winter months. However, in wet years the normally dry ditch can turn into a fast flowing torrent, flooding roads, fields and houses. An example of this was in 2001 when there was extensive flooding throughout the Elham Valley. It joins with the Great Stour at Plucks Gutter.

Dry ford, Out Elmstead Lane

The Nailbourne (Little Stour) flows from Lyminge, through the Elham Valley until it becomes known as the Little Stour at Littlebourne. The Nailbourne bubbles up beneath St Ethelburga's Well in Tayne Field in the centre of Lyminge. Whilst the stream often holds a plentiful supply of water from Lyminge to Elham throughout the year, it rarely holds any water from Elham to Bishopsbourne even in the winter months. However, in wet years the normally dry ditch can turn into a fast flowing torrent, flooding roads, fields and houses. An example of this was in 2001 when there was extensive flooding throughout the Elham Valley. It joins with the Great Stour at Plucks Gutter.

Bridleway off Valley Rd

Bridleway off Valley Rd

Valley Rd

Valley Rd

Footpath off Valley Rd

Footpath off Valley Rd

Entering Barham, Valley Road Barham is a village in the Elham Valley about 6 miles SE of Canterbury.
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Entering Barham, Valley Road

Barham is a village in the Elham Valley about 6 miles SE of Canterbury. Wikipedia: Link

Entering Kingston, Valley Rd Kingston is a small village in the Elham Valley, 5 miles SE of Canterbury.
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Entering Kingston, Valley Rd

Kingston is a small village in the Elham Valley, 5 miles SE of Canterbury. Wikipedia: Link

Farmland, Elham Valley The Elham Valley is a chalk valley carved by the River Nailbourne situated in the North Downs in East Kent. The valley is named after the settlement of Elham. Other settlements in the valley include Etchinghill, Lyminge, Barham, Kingston, Bishopsbourne and Bridge.
The Elham Valley Way, a 22.5-mile recreational walking route passes through the valley. The route starts at Hythe and finishes at Canterbury Cathedral. It utilises much of the old route of the Elham Valley Railway, constructed in the 19th century to connect Folkestone and Canterbury. It was closed in 1947.

Farmland, Elham Valley

The Elham Valley is a chalk valley carved by the River Nailbourne situated in the North Downs in East Kent. The valley is named after the settlement of Elham. Other settlements in the valley include Etchinghill, Lyminge, Barham, Kingston, Bishopsbourne and Bridge. The Elham Valley Way, a 22.5-mile recreational walking route passes through the valley. The route starts at Hythe and finishes at Canterbury Cathedral. It utilises much of the old route of the Elham Valley Railway, constructed in the 19th century to connect Folkestone and Canterbury. It was closed in 1947.

The Black Robin Grade II listed.

The Black Robin

Grade II listed.

Kingston sign Kingston is a small village in the Elham Valley, 5 miles SE of Canterbury.
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Kingston sign

Kingston is a small village in the Elham Valley, 5 miles SE of Canterbury. Wikipedia: Link

The Old Post Office Cottage Kingston is a small village in the Elham Valley, 5 miles SE of Canterbury.
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The Old Post Office Cottage

Kingston is a small village in the Elham Valley, 5 miles SE of Canterbury. Wikipedia: Link

The Old Forge Kingston is a small village in the Elham Valley, 5 miles SE of Canterbury.
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The Old Forge

Kingston is a small village in the Elham Valley, 5 miles SE of Canterbury. Wikipedia: Link

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Ileden is located at Grid Ref: TR2052 (Lat: 51.224775, Lng: 1.1493739)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Canterbury

Police Authority: Kent

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