Darenth

Civil Parish in Kent Dartford

England

Darenth

Closed pub, Green Street Green, near Dartford The Ship pub in the hamlet of Green Street Green, near Dartford in Kent. The pub had been closed for about two years when this image was taken. — Closed pub, Green Street Green, near Dartford Credit: Malc McDonald

Darenth is a civil parish located in the county of Kent, England. It is situated approximately 20 miles southeast of London and lies within the administrative district of Dartford. The parish covers an area of around 5 square miles and is predominantly a rural area with a scattering of residential properties.

Darenth is known for its picturesque countryside and is surrounded by fields, woodlands, and the River Darent, which runs through the parish. The village itself is small, with a population of around 1,500 people. It is characterized by traditional English architecture, with several historic buildings, including the Grade II listed St. Margaret's Church, which dates back to the 13th century.

The area is well-connected, with easy access to major transportation routes. The M25 motorway is nearby, providing links to London and other parts of the country. The village is served by several bus routes, connecting it to neighboring towns and villages.

Darenth offers a range of amenities for its residents, including a primary school, a post office, a village hall, and a local pub. The village also has a strong sense of community, with various social and recreational activities taking place throughout the year.

Overall, Darenth is a charming and peaceful parish, offering a tranquil countryside setting while still providing easy access to urban amenities.

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Darenth Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.421003/0.258116 or Grid Reference TQ5771. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Closed pub, Green Street Green, near Dartford

The Ship pub in the hamlet of Green Street Green, near Dartford in Kent. The pub had been closed for about two years when this image was taken.

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Ladywood Road, Darenth, near Dartford, at sunset

Ladywood Road in the village of Darenth, in north Kent. This image was taken at sunset on an October day.

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Hill Rise, Darenth

Hill Rise in the village of Darenth, in north Kent, photographed at dusk on an October day.

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Watchgate, Darenth, near Dartford

Watchgate forms part of the route of the B260 road as it passes through the village of Dareth. A Co-op local convenience store stands in the opposite side of the road.

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Green Street, Darenth

Green Street, heading out of the north Kent village of Darenth, forms part of the route of the B260 road. This image was taken at dusk on an October evening, as the daylight was fading.

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Entrance to Darenth Country Park, near Dartford

A driveway entering the Darenth Country Park in North Kent. The driveway enters the park from a roundabout on the B260 road.

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Trolling Down Hill, near Dartford

Trolling Down Hill forms part of the route of the B260 road in north Kent. This image was taken in fading light, at dusk on an October day.

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Start of the M25, Dartford

The M25 almost forms a complete ring around the edge of London. However the ring is broken between Dartford in Kent and West Thurrock on the north side of the Thames, with the A282 Dartford tunnels and bridge filling in the gap. This photo shows the start of the M25, heading south from Dartford as it starts its clockwise journey of 117 miles around the edge of London to West Thurrock. Slip roads carry traffic onto and from the A2, which crosses the M25 about a kilometre to the south. The photo was taken in fading light, at dusk on an October evening.

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