New Barn

Settlement in Kent Dartford

England

New Barn

Longfield Road, Longfield Hill Longfield Road leaving the small hamlet of Longfield Hill to head across Kent countryside to Meopham.  The stone at the foot of the telegraph pole marks a parish boundary.

This image was taken during the late afternoon on an October day.  The sun was low in the sky, casting long shadows.  Sunset would follow soon afterwards.
Longfield Road, Longfield Hill Credit: Malc McDonald

New Barn is a small rural village located in the county of Kent, in southeastern England. Situated approximately 30 miles southeast of London, it falls within the administrative district of Dartford. The village is nestled within a picturesque landscape, surrounded by green fields and rolling hills, offering a peaceful and idyllic setting.

With a population of around 3,000 residents, New Barn maintains a strong sense of community and provides a close-knit village atmosphere. The village is primarily residential, consisting of a mix of charming cottages, modern houses, and some small-scale businesses. The architecture is diverse, reflecting different periods in history.

Despite its tranquil surroundings, New Barn benefits from excellent transport links. The nearby A2 and M25 motorways provide quick and convenient access to London and other major cities in the region. Additionally, the village is served by regular bus services, connecting residents to neighboring towns and villages.

New Barn offers a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a primary school, a local convenience store, a post office, and a village hall that serves as a venue for various community events and activities. The village is also home to a number of sports clubs and recreational facilities, including a cricket pitch, a football field, and a playground.

The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor pursuits, with numerous walking trails and nature reserves in the vicinity. For those seeking a peaceful and picturesque lifestyle within easy reach of urban amenities, New Barn provides an ideal location.

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New Barn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.395865/0.327134 or Grid Reference TQ6168. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Longfield Road, Longfield Hill Longfield Road leaving the small hamlet of Longfield Hill to head across Kent countryside to Meopham.  The stone at the foot of the telegraph pole marks a parish boundary.

This image was taken during the late afternoon on an October day.  The sun was low in the sky, casting long shadows.  Sunset would follow soon afterwards.
Longfield Road, Longfield Hill
Longfield Road leaving the small hamlet of Longfield Hill to head across Kent countryside to Meopham. The stone at the foot of the telegraph pole marks a parish boundary. This image was taken during the late afternoon on an October day. The sun was low in the sky, casting long shadows. Sunset would follow soon afterwards.
Main Road, near Longfield Hill Main Road forms part of the route of the B260.  This image was taken not long before sunset on an early October day, as shadows were lengthening.
Main Road, near Longfield Hill
Main Road forms part of the route of the B260. This image was taken not long before sunset on an early October day, as shadows were lengthening.
Main Road, New Barn, near Longfield Main Road forms part of the route of the B260 in Kent.  Here, it passes the village of New Barn as it enters Longfield.
Main Road, New Barn, near Longfield
Main Road forms part of the route of the B260 in Kent. Here, it passes the village of New Barn as it enters Longfield.
Crop field east of New Barn Road
Crop field east of New Barn Road
Field entrance off New Barn Road
Field entrance off New Barn Road
New Barn Road Looking south.
New Barn Road
Looking south.
Southfleet Avenue Looking north west.
Southfleet Avenue
Looking north west.
Garrow Housing development off New Barn Road.
Garrow
Housing development off New Barn Road.
New Barn Road Towards the B260.
New Barn Road
Towards the B260.
Cereal crop south of New Barn Off the B260.
Cereal crop south of New Barn
Off the B260.
B260 towards Longfield Hill
B260 towards Longfield Hill
Crop field towards Martindown Cottages
Crop field towards Martindown Cottages
Railway towards Longfield From the bridge on Hartley Bottom Road.
Railway towards Longfield
From the bridge on Hartley Bottom Road.
Grassland near Manor Farm Off Hartley Bottom Road.
Grassland near Manor Farm
Off Hartley Bottom Road.
Hartley Bottom Road Looking south.
Hartley Bottom Road
Looking south.
House, Red Cow Farm
House, Red Cow Farm
George V postbox on New Barn Road, New Barn Postbox No. DA3 85.
See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7215683">TQ6168 : New Barn Road, New Barn</a> for context.
George V postbox on New Barn Road, New Barn
Postbox No. DA3 85. See TQ6168 : New Barn Road, New Barn for context.
New Barn Road, New Barn Showing position of Postbox No. DA3 85.
See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7215682">TQ6168 : George V postbox on New Barn Road, New Barn</a> for postbox.
New Barn Road, New Barn
Showing position of Postbox No. DA3 85. See TQ6168 : George V postbox on New Barn Road, New Barn for postbox.
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New Barn is located at Grid Ref: TQ6168 (Lat: 51.395865, Lng: 0.327134)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Dartford

Police Authority: Kent

What 3 Words

///frost.soak.precautions. Near Hartley, Kent

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Nearby Amenities

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Turning Circle
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Turning Circle
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Turning Circle
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Turning Circle
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New Barn
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
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Fairlight Cross
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Longfield Avenue
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Longfield Avenue
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Fairlight Cross
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New Barn Road
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Fairlight Cross
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Post Box
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Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: pillar
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Post Box
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Operator: Royal Mail
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Post Box Mounting: brick_pillar
Post Box Type: wall
Royal Cypher: GR
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