Maypole

Settlement in Kent Dartford

England

Maypole

Path on Dartford Heath A path running parallel to Heath Lane.
Path on Dartford Heath Credit: David Martin

Maypole is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. It is situated approximately 15 miles southeast of the county town, Maidstone. The village is nestled in the picturesque countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, providing a peaceful and idyllic setting.

Maypole is characterized by its charming rural charm and traditional English village atmosphere. It is home to a tight-knit community, consisting mainly of residential properties and a few local amenities. These amenities include a village hall, a primary school, and a local pub, which serves as a social hub for residents and visitors alike.

The village is well-connected to other parts of Kent, with good transport links to nearby towns and cities. The A229 road, also known as the Maidstone-Hastings road, runs through Maypole, providing easy access to Maidstone and other major towns in the area. There are also regular bus services that connect the village to surrounding areas.

Maypole is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts. The nearby Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest offers miles of walking and cycling trails, as well as a variety of tree species from around the world. The village is also close to the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, known for its stunning countryside and historic villages.

Overall, Maypole, Kent offers a peaceful and scenic retreat, with its rural charm, close-knit community, and easy access to beautiful natural surroundings.

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Maypole Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.436984/0.17152 or Grid Reference TQ5173. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Path on Dartford Heath A path running parallel to Heath Lane.
Path on Dartford Heath
A path running parallel to Heath Lane.
Tree and path on Dartford Heath
Tree and path on Dartford Heath
Tree-lined path on Dartford Heath
Tree-lined path on Dartford Heath
Path in the woods on Dartford Heath
Path in the woods on Dartford Heath
Path on Dartford Heath, towards Old Bexley Lane
Path on Dartford Heath, towards Old Bexley Lane
Houses opposite the end of Heathclose Road
Houses opposite the end of Heathclose Road
Path on Dartford Heath
Path on Dartford Heath
London Loop footpath climbing A2 embankment The footpath uses the A2 bridge to cross the railway line.
London Loop footpath climbing A2 embankment
The footpath uses the A2 bridge to cross the railway line.
Path beside the railway at Braeburn Park Nature reserve south of the Dartford Loop Line.
Path beside the railway at Braeburn Park
Nature reserve south of the Dartford Loop Line.
River Cray at Hall Place
River Cray at Hall Place
Crayford Town Hall
Crayford Town Hall
Crayford Railway Station
Crayford Railway Station
Footpath in Braeburn Park
Footpath in Braeburn Park
Pylon in a car park This is the car park of Sainsbury's in Crayford.
Pylon in a car park
This is the car park of Sainsbury's in Crayford.
Pylon in Crayford This is in the car park of Sainsbury's in Crayford. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7145262" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7145262">Link</a>
Pylon in Crayford
This is in the car park of Sainsbury's in Crayford. See also Link
Houses on London Road
Houses on London Road
London Road (A207) Towards Bexleyheath.
London Road (A207)
Towards Bexleyheath.
Shops on Crayford Road
Shops on Crayford Road
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Maypole is located at Grid Ref: TQ5173 (Lat: 51.436984, Lng: 0.17152)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Dartford

Police Authority: Kent

What 3 Words

///former.rotate.venues. Near Bexley, London

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.436984,0.17152
Motorway Junction
Dartford Heath
Lat/Long: 51.4399935/0.1725292
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 51.4372076/0.171903
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 51.437075/0.1726039
Old Bexley Lane
Bus: yes
Public Transport: stop_position
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.4346657/0.1660357
Parking
Parking: surface
Lat/Long: 51.4334403/0.1705835
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 51.4347131/0.1703392
Parking
Parking: surface
Lat/Long: 51.4345634/0.1773486
Crossing
Bicycle: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Ref: toucan
Lat/Long: 51.4350894/0.1724445
Crossing
Bicycle: yes
Crossing: unmarked
Lat/Long: 51.4348352/0.174077
Baldwyns Park
Bus: yes
Public Transport: stop_position
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.434962/0.1665431
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 18:30; Sa 12:15
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: DA5 60
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Survey Date: 2018-08-01
Lat/Long: 51.4351647/0.1710072
Bus Stop
Dartford Road / Baldwyns Park
Naptan AtcoCode: 490005969E
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Dartford Road Baldwyns Park
Naptan Street: DARTFORD ROAD
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 51.4354194/0.1660954
Bus Stop
Baldwyn's Park / Dartford Road
Bench: no
Layby: no
Naptan AtcoCode: 490005969N
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Dartford Road Baldwyns Park
Naptan Street: BALDWYN'S PARK
Note: name change to reflect sign.
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 51100
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import;survey
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 51.4342772/0.1658287
Bus Stop
Baldwyns Park
Bench: yes
Layby: no
Naptan AtcoCode: 490005969W
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Dartford Road Baldwyns Park
Naptan Indicator: Stop
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 52451
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import;survey
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 51.4349188/0.1664779
Bus Stop
Old Bexley Lane
Bench: no
Layby: no
Naptan AtcoCode: 490010525N
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Old Bexley Lane
Naptan Indicator: Stop
Naptan Street: BALDWYN'S PARK
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 53936
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import;survey
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 51.4346678/0.1661206
Bus Stop
Bexley Park
Bench: no
Layby: no
Naptan AtcoCode: 2400A035760A
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Bexley Hospital Main Gate
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: Beaconsfield Rd
Naptan NaptanCode: kntdmjwj
Naptan Street: Old Bexley Ln
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 57182
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import;survey
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 51.4350373/0.1717284
Bus Stop
Bexley Park
Bench: yes
Layby: no
Naptan AtcoCode: 2400A035780A
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Bexley Hospital Main Gate
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: Denton Rd
Naptan NaptanCode: kntdmjwp
Naptan Street: Old Bexley Lane
Public Transport: platform
Ref: Z602
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import;survey
Lat/Long: 51.4351585/0.1733014
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: yes
Lat/Long: 51.4351827/0.1727642
Crossing
Bicycle: yes
Crossing: unmarked
Lat/Long: 51.4348222/0.1739159
Baldwyn's Park / Dartford Road
Bus: yes
Public Transport: stop_position
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.4342702/0.1659192
Bexley Park
Bus: yes
Public Transport: stop_position
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.4350907/0.1717279
Bexley Park
Bus: yes
Public Transport: stop_position
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.4351035/0.1732939
Note: Additional node marks deviation of Low Emission Zone.
Lat/Long: 51.4410452/0.1707481
Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 51.4348014/0.1666452
Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 51.4348252/0.1665796
Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 51.4348516/0.166507
Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 51.4348786/0.1664327
Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 51.4349047/0.1663607
Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 51.4349312/0.1662877
Bexley Food and Wine - Premier
Shop: convenience
Lat/Long: 51.435261/0.1709584
Note: HE/TfL boundary marker.
Lat/Long: 51.4407678/0.1713086
Kent
Source: Personal memory
Traffic Sign: city_limit
Lat/Long: 51.4407704/0.1715951
Coal tax post
Historic: boundary_stone
Inscription: ACT 24 & 25 VICT CAP 42
Material: i
Note: Coal tax boundary marker 209
Lat/Long: 51.4348825/0.1666861
Maypole
Place: village
Lat/Long: 51.4343672/0.172117
Fixme: This path must presumably continue into the wood.
Lat/Long: 51.4391056/0.169301
VIP Tanning
Shop: beauty
Lat/Long: 51.4342375/0.1771519
Denehole
Natural: cave_entrance
Lat/Long: 51.4352412/0.1650994
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