River

Settlement in Kent Dover

England

River

Lebanon cedar, Kearsney Abbey Cedrus libani, or Cedar of Lebanon. An ancient tree, believed to be 400 - 500 years old, that is fenced off because it is considered dangerous due to branches that fall off each year. — Lebanon cedar, Kearsney Abbey Credit: pam fray

River is a village situated in the county of Kent, England. It is located approximately 3 miles north of the town of Dover and lies on the River Dour, which gives the village its name. The village is part of the Dover District and falls within the South East region of the country.

River is a small, picturesque village with a population of around 3,000 residents. It is known for its charming, traditional English architecture, featuring a mix of historic buildings and modern developments. The village offers a peaceful and rural setting, surrounded by beautiful countryside and rolling hills, making it an attractive destination for nature lovers and hikers.

Despite its small size, River provides residents with a range of amenities and services. These include a local primary school, a village hall, a post office, a convenience store, and a few local businesses. The village also has a pub, providing a social hub for residents and visitors alike.

The village benefits from excellent transport links, with the nearby A2 road connecting it to Dover and Canterbury. River is also well-served by public transportation, with regular bus services connecting it to surrounding towns and villages.

Overall, River offers a peaceful and idyllic setting, with a strong sense of community. Its proximity to larger towns and cities, as well as its natural beauty, make it a desirable place to live or visit in the county of Kent.

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River Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.143032/1.273978 or Grid Reference TR2943. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lebanon cedar, Kearsney Abbey

Cedrus libani, or Cedar of Lebanon. An ancient tree, believed to be 400 - 500 years old, that is fenced off because it is considered dangerous due to branches that fall off each year.

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The lake, Kearsney Abbey

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Fallen tree, Kearsney Abbey

Viewed from the footbridge at the south eastern end of the boating lake.

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Russell Gardens, Kearsney

Russell Gardens is Grade II Listed. It covers 10 hectares and is laid out in a formal style. They were designed by the renowned Edwardian landscape architect, Thomas H. Mawson (1861-1933). The 170m long canal pond, and Palladian-style pergola bridges and boathouse pavilion form the central architectural features of the park.

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Kearsney Court, Russell Gardens

Kearsney Court was planned in 1899 for Alfred Leney, a brewer and drinks manufacturer. However, the project was soon sold on to Edward Percy Barlow, the owner of Wiggins Teape, a paper manufacturer. The house was completed about 1900, and at about the same time the grounds were laid out by Thomas Mawson (1861-1933). On Barlow's death in 1912 the property passed to Mr. Johnstone, a London newspaper man, and was later a nursing home and, in the Second World War, a military hospital. About 1950 the whole estate was bought by a development company; the main house was split into seven residential freeholds, and later several new houses were erected off the main drive. Part of the grounds, including the lowest third of the formal gardens, was acquired by the local authority for a park, now known as Russell Gardens.

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Mute swan, Kearsney Abbey

On the Boating Lake. There are dozens of swans and cygnets on the lakes.

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The lake, Kearsney Abbey

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Temple Ewellâs Christmas tree 2021

The tree stands near to a substantial bus stop shelter. The shelter and bus stop are visible in the image of TR2844 : Laying a gas main.

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Maraval, 113, London Road, Temple Ewell

Planning permission has been granted by Dover District Council under application number DOV/ 22/01551 for the ”erection of single storey side/rear extensions, alterations to windows/doors, new porch roof, and external materials (existing garage, outbuilding and front extension to be demolished)”.

John Baker