Bishopstone

Settlement in Kent Canterbury

England

Bishopstone

Reculver Towers and Roman Fort [14] Looking west along the coast from the ruins of the church.
Reculver is a village and coastal resort some 3 miles east of Herne Bay in Kent. The village is known for the ruins of a church and for being the site of a Roman fort. During the Middle Ages Reculver was a thriving township with a weekly market and a yearly fair. The village declined, due to coastal erosion and to the Wantsum Channel silting up, and was abandoned in the late 18th century. There was a revival of tourism in the 20th century and there are now two large caravan parks. — Reculver Towers and Roman Fort [14] Credit: Michael Dibb

Bishopstone is a small village located in the county of Kent, in southeastern England. Situated on the southern coast of the country, it is part of the Lewes district and lies approximately 5 miles east of the town of Seaford. The village is nestled between the South Downs National Park and the English Channel, offering residents and visitors picturesque views of the surrounding countryside and coastline.

With a population of around 500 people, Bishopstone is a close-knit community known for its peaceful and rural atmosphere. The village is characterized by its traditional architecture, featuring charming cottages and historic buildings, which add to its quaint and idyllic ambiance.

One of the main attractions in Bishopstone is its beach, which stretches along the shoreline and provides a serene setting for leisurely walks or picnics. The beach is also popular among water sports enthusiasts, offering opportunities for swimming, windsurfing, and sailing.

In terms of amenities, Bishopstone is home to a local pub, The Coach and Horses, which serves as a meeting place for villagers and visitors alike. The village also has a community center that hosts various events and activities throughout the year, fostering a sense of community spirit.

Bishopstone benefits from its proximity to other nearby towns and cities, including Seaford and Lewes, which provide a wider range of amenities such as shops, restaurants, and schools. Additionally, the village benefits from good transportation links, with regular bus services connecting it to surrounding areas.

Overall, Bishopstone offers a tranquil and picturesque setting, ideal for those seeking a peaceful retreat while still being within reach of larger towns and cities.

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Bishopstone Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.371178/1.17168 or Grid Reference TR2068. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Reculver Towers and Roman Fort [14]

Looking west along the coast from the ruins of the church. Reculver is a village and coastal resort some 3 miles east of Herne Bay in Kent. The village is known for the ruins of a church and for being the site of a Roman fort. During the Middle Ages Reculver was a thriving township with a weekly market and a yearly fair. The village declined, due to coastal erosion and to the Wantsum Channel silting up, and was abandoned in the late 18th century. There was a revival of tourism in the 20th century and there are now two large caravan parks.

Michael Dibb

Hillborough buildings [1]

The church of St Mary the Virgin in Reculver Lane was built in 1878. Constructed, as a Gothic Revival church in the Early English style, of knapped flint with limestone dressings under a tile roof. The south doorway is a 13th century one reused from the ancient church at Reculver as are a few stones at the junction of the nave and chancel. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Hillborough is a suburb of the town of Herne Bay, a seaside town on the Thames Estuary, some 6 miles north of Canterbury and about 4 miles east of Whitstable. It neighbours the ancient villages of Herne and Reculver.

Michael Dibb

War memorial

The Reculver war memorial is in the churchyard of the church of St Mary. Erected in 1919, it is a stone remembrance of rough-hewn granite. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Hillborough buildings [2]

Part of the churchyard. The church of St Mary the Virgin in Reculver Lane was built in 1878. Constructed, as a Gothic Revival church in the Early English style, of knapped flint with limestone dressings under a tile roof. The south doorway is a 13th century one reused from the ancient church at Reculver as are a few stones at the junction of the nave and chancel. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Hillborough buildings [3]

The Reculver Church of England Primary School in Reculver Lane. Hillborough is a suburb of the town of Herne Bay, a seaside town on the Thames Estuary, some 6 miles north of Canterbury and about 4 miles east of Whitstable. It neighbours the ancient villages of Herne and Reculver.

Michael Dibb

Hillborough buildings [4]

St Mary's Cottage is, probably, 17th century. Now partly stuccoed and partly pebbledashed, all under a thatch roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Hillborough buildings [5]

Forge House, Reculver Lane, is an 18th century building. Constructed of rendered brick under a tile roof. There is a modern extension on the right. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

227, Reculver Road

In May 2019, the location was a TR2068 : Building site, 227, Reculver Road.

John Baker

208, Reculver Road

Planning permission has been approved by Canterbury City Council under application number CA/21/02321 for a “detached dwelling with associated external works following demolition of existing bungalow”. The view shows the bungalow during demolition.

John Baker

Coast north of Bishopsboiurne Herne Bay

Viewed from Ocean View and looking towards Reculver.

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Coast north of Bishopsboiurne Herne Bay

Looking eastwards towards Reculver.

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Coast below Ocean View Car Park

David Martin

Shingle beach, Herne Bay

Wooden groynes to keep in check mass transport of the shingle by wave action.

Jim Barton

Junction for the path to Reculver

The Oyster Bay Trail heads up the slope to cross the Bishopstone Glen, also known as the Oldhaven Gap, a gap between two sand cliffs. Drainage work has helped to stabilise the slope of London Clay (information from the nearby board).

Jim Barton

Path in Bishopstone Glen, Herne Bay

The coastal path swings inland around the short valley of Bishopstone Glen, formed by a gap between two sand cliffs.

Jim Barton

Path above Bishopstone Glen, Herne Bay

The railings fence off the steep bank of the stream below.

Jim Barton

Wooden sculpture, Bishopstone Glen

Formerly the path here crossed through 'Fairy Woods' where local resident James Robinson had turned the bottom of his garden into an attraction with fairy houses, gnomes and crazy paving (from the information board on the coastal path).

Jim Barton