Barming Heath

Settlement in Kent Maidstone

England

Barming Heath

Semi enclosed Footpath Credit: N Chadwick

Barming Heath is a small village located in the county of Kent, in southeastern England. Situated approximately 3 miles west of Maidstone, it is nestled between the River Medway to the east and the A26 road to the west. The village falls within the borough of Maidstone and is part of the larger civil parish of Barming.

The main feature of Barming Heath is its picturesque rural setting, characterized by rolling countryside and farmland. The village itself consists of a small cluster of houses and cottages, many of which showcase traditional Kentish architecture. The community is primarily residential, with a tight-knit population that enjoys a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere.

Despite its small size, Barming Heath benefits from its close proximity to larger towns and cities. Maidstone, the county town of Kent, offers a range of amenities including shopping centers, restaurants, and leisure facilities, all within a short drive. In addition, the surrounding area provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and boating along the River Medway.

Barming Heath is served by a number of transportation links, including regular bus services that connect the village to nearby towns. The M20 motorway is also easily accessible, providing convenient connections to London and the rest of the United Kingdom. Overall, Barming Heath offers a quaint and idyllic rural living experience, while still providing easy access to urban conveniences.

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Barming Heath Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.270067/0.47934 or Grid Reference TQ7355. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Semi enclosed Footpath

Footpath junction

Dog Kennel Wood

Winter wheat

Footpath by Dog Kennel Wood

Dog Kennel Wood

Winter wheat

Stubble field

Footpath across field

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Track to Hermitage Lane

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Track to Hermitage Lane

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Hermitage Lane

THe B2246 runs 2 miles from Royal British Legion Village TQ7257 : B2246, A20 junction to Barming, through the western suburbs of Maidstone. Link

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Hermitage Lane

THe B2246 runs 2 miles from Royal British Legion Village TQ7257 : B2246, A20 junction to Barming, through the western suburbs of Maidstone. Link

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Hermitage Lane

THe B2246 runs 2 miles from Royal British Legion Village TQ7257 : B2246, A20 junction to Barming, through the western suburbs of Maidstone. Link

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A20 The A20 runs from the London Borough of Lewisham to Dover, Kent. It runs through the major towns of Maidstone, Ashford and Folkestone, terminating at the port of Dover.

A20

The A20 runs from the London Borough of Lewisham to Dover, Kent. It runs through the major towns of Maidstone, Ashford and Folkestone, terminating at the port of Dover.

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M&S Simply food, BP filling station, A20

Marks and Spencer (M&S) was founded in Leeds in 1894 by Michael Marks and Thomas Spencer. Marks, a polish immigrant began 'Marks Penny Bazaar' in Hartlepool and in 1884 moved to Leeds where he set up a market stall. Thomas Spencer joined him in 1894 when they set up 'Marks and Spencer'. M&S are primarily known for selling clothing and food, where for many years they sold both under their own labels. There are still the largest clothing retailer in the UK. In 2009 M&S had over 600 stores in the UK and 285 internationally.

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