Iwade

Settlement in Kent Swale

England

Iwade

Derelict boat on The Swale This is at low tide looking across to the Isle of Sheppey from near Ridham Dock. — Derelict boat on The Swale Credit: Marathon

Iwade is a village located in the county of Kent, in the southeast region of England. Situated just a few miles northeast of the town of Sittingbourne, Iwade is a relatively small settlement with a population of around 5,000 residents.

The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, with lush green fields and farmland dominating the landscape. The nearby Swale River flows to the north of Iwade, providing a tranquil setting for residents and visitors to enjoy.

Iwade has a rich history that dates back centuries, with evidence of human activity in the area dating back to the Roman era. The village was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, highlighting its significance during the medieval period.

Today, Iwade is a thriving community with a range of amenities and facilities to cater to its residents. The village boasts a primary school, a community center, a doctor's surgery, and a local convenience store, ensuring that basic needs are met within the village itself. Additionally, there are several pubs and restaurants, offering a variety of dining and socializing options for locals and visitors alike.

The village benefits from its proximity to Sittingbourne, which provides further amenities and transport links to the wider region. The M2 motorway is also easily accessible from Iwade, allowing for convenient travel to other parts of Kent and beyond.

Overall, Iwade is a charming village that combines rural tranquility with convenient access to nearby towns and amenities, making it an attractive place to live and visit.

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Iwade Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.377007/0.729482 or Grid Reference TQ9067. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Derelict boat on The Swale

This is at low tide looking across to the Isle of Sheppey from near Ridham Dock.

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Pylons from the Saxon Shore Way

This view is from the Saxon Shore Way near Ridham Dock. The new Sheppey Crossing is on the right.

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The Saxon Shore Way near Ridham Dock

This view is from the Saxon Shore Way near Ridham Dock. The new Sheppey Crossing is on the right.

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The Saxon Shore Way near Ridham Dock

This view is from the Saxon Shore Way near Ridham Dock. The Kingsferry Bridge and the new Sheppey Crossing are on the right - see Link

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An old telegraph pole and The Swale

All the surrounding poles had long gone but they just left this one sad specimen, possibly because they felt sorry for it. There are some nice straight pylons as a counterbalance. This is looking across The Swale to the Isle of Sheppey.

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Iwade village centre

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Iwade village centre

Although appearing as a cluster of different buildings, this is the outside of a modern enclosed village square comprising several retail units.

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The Woolpack public house, Iwade

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All Saints Church, Iwade

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Sheppey Way, with the Sheppey Crossing in the distance

Sheppey Way does not interconnect with the modern bridge carrying the A249 dual carriageway, but leads to the earlier Kingsferry Bridge across The Swale.

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42, The Street

This was TQ9068 : 42, The Street during its construction.

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Football pitch, School Lane

Last September, the ground beyond TQ8967 : Holly Blue Drive, Iwade Meadows was surrounded by a temporary security fence, which has since been replaced by a permanent-looking fence, seen from a slightly different location.

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Looking across Funton Creek

This is the view from above Raspberry Hill Lane. Cow parsley and blossom brighten the view across to Funton Creek.

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Funton Creek

This is the view from above Raspberry Hill Lane. Cow parsley and blossom brighten the view across to Funton Creek. Although the saltings at Funton Creek looked solid enough, it was very treacherous at low tide as here.

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Cow parsley and blossom overlooking Funton Creek

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Alongside Raspberry Hill Lane

This is from a bank next to Raspberry Hill Lane. Cow parsley and blossom brighten the road verge. Funton Creek is just off to the left.

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The Sheppey Crossing from Raspberry Hill

This view is from the delightful path leading down from Raspberry Hill Lane at the top of Raspberry Hill down to the saltings and shipwrecks at Bedlams Bottom. The new Sheppey Crossing can be seen in the distance.

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