Beacon Hill

Settlement in Kent Tunbridge Wells

England

Beacon Hill

Old Water Pump In Iden Green village
Old Water Pump Credit: John Brown

Beacon Hill is a small suburban area located in Kent, England. Situated within the borough of Gravesham, it is part of the larger town of Swanscombe. Beacon Hill is primarily a residential neighborhood, offering a peaceful and family-friendly environment.

The area is characterized by its picturesque landscape, with rolling hills and lush greenery. It is well-known for its stunning views of the Thames Estuary and the Dartford Bridge, which can be seen from various points in the neighborhood.

Beacon Hill offers a wide range of housing options, from detached houses to semi-detached properties, catering to different budgets and preferences. The area has a strong sense of community, with residents taking pride in their well-maintained gardens and maintaining a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

Residents of Beacon Hill enjoy easy access to a range of amenities and facilities. The nearby town of Swanscombe offers a selection of shops, restaurants, and pubs, providing ample opportunities for shopping and dining. In addition, the area is well-served by public transportation, making it convenient for commuting to nearby towns and cities.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to local parks and green spaces, such as Beacon Wood Country Park and Swanscombe Marshes, which offer opportunities for outdoor activities and leisurely walks. The area also benefits from its close proximity to major road networks, including the A2 and M25, providing excellent transport links to London and other parts of Kent.

Overall, Beacon Hill is a desirable residential area in Kent, offering beautiful surroundings, a strong sense of community, and convenient access to amenities and transportation links.

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Beacon Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.058494/0.5957159 or Grid Reference TQ8232. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Water Pump In Iden Green village
Old Water Pump
In Iden Green village
Benenden Monument Commemorative statue opposite "The Bull".
Benenden Monument
Commemorative statue opposite "The Bull".
Stream Farm and Oast House Taken from the site of ford used in Roman times.
Stream Farm and Oast House
Taken from the site of ford used in Roman times.
Benenden Village, church and cricket field Just had a nice pint in the village pub during our stroll along High Weald Landscape Trail
Benenden Village, church and cricket field
Just had a nice pint in the village pub during our stroll along High Weald Landscape Trail
Rolvenden Mill A grey May day!
Rolvenden Mill
A grey May day!
Oast House An Oast House is a building used to dry fresh hops before they are sent to the brewers, to be used for flavouring beer. A traditional Oast House consists of the 'oast' and the 'stowage'. The oast was a kiln, with a plenum chamber fired by charcoal at ground floor and the drying floor directly above. The steep pitched roof channelled the hot air through the hops to the top. The stowage, was the barn section, it had a cooling floor and press at first floor and storage area at ground floor. Read more <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/article/Oast-Houses" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/article/Oast-Houses">Link</a>
Oast House
An Oast House is a building used to dry fresh hops before they are sent to the brewers, to be used for flavouring beer. A traditional Oast House consists of the 'oast' and the 'stowage'. The oast was a kiln, with a plenum chamber fired by charcoal at ground floor and the drying floor directly above. The steep pitched roof channelled the hot air through the hops to the top. The stowage, was the barn section, it had a cooling floor and press at first floor and storage area at ground floor. Read more Link
Derelict Barn, Dingleden Lane
Derelict Barn, Dingleden Lane
Oast House at Dingleden Farm, Dingleden Lane, Benenden, Kent Twin round kiln oast house. Slate tiled roofs.
Oast House at Dingleden Farm, Dingleden Lane, Benenden, Kent
Twin round kiln oast house. Slate tiled roofs.
Oast House Twin round kilned oast house.
Oast House
Twin round kilned oast house.
Beacon Mill Grade II listed.
Beacon Mill
Grade II listed.
Benenden Primary School, The Green, Benenden, Kent Currently the village primary school, though a new one is planned near to the village hall.

In 2009 the school celebrated its 400th year.

Grade II listed.
Benenden Primary School, The Green, Benenden, Kent
Currently the village primary school, though a new one is planned near to the village hall. In 2009 the school celebrated its 400th year. Grade II listed.
Benenden village sign The sign was replaced with a new image in 2009. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1455832">TQ8032 : Benenden Village Sign</a>
Benenden village sign
The sign was replaced with a new image in 2009. See TQ8032 : Benenden Village Sign
Ranters Oast, Benenden Road, Rolvenden, Kent Twin round kiln oast house, missing cowls.
Ranters Oast, Benenden Road, Rolvenden, Kent
Twin round kiln oast house, missing cowls.
View from Stepneyford Lane Looking roughly North. Stepneyford lane is on National Cycle Route 18.
View from Stepneyford Lane
Looking roughly North. Stepneyford lane is on National Cycle Route 18.
Orchard near Greenlane Farm The high bank of Stepneyford Lane must be scaled for this view.
Orchard near Greenlane Farm
The high bank of Stepneyford Lane must be scaled for this view.
View north-west from Stepneyford Lane Actually the viewpoint was a few paces into the adjacent field to get within the viewed square.
View north-west from Stepneyford Lane
Actually the viewpoint was a few paces into the adjacent field to get within the viewed square.
Dingleden House A very impressive 15th century building.
Dingleden House
A very impressive 15th century building.
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Beacon Hill is located at Grid Ref: TQ8232 (Lat: 51.058494, Lng: 0.5957159)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Tunbridge Wells

Police Authority: Kent

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Post Box
Colour: red
Postal Code: TN17
Ref: TN17 186
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Lat/Long: 51.0616138/0.5984332
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