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Thanington Without

Civil Parish in Kent Canterbury

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Thanington Without

Golden Hill The view from the National Trust owned 'Golden Hill'
Golden Hill Credit: Ben Charlton

Thanington Without is a civil parish located in the county of Kent, England. Situated approximately 2 miles east of the historic city of Canterbury, this rural area covers an area of around 8.5 square miles.

The parish is bordered by the River Stour to the north, providing picturesque views and recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike. The landscape is predominantly characterized by agricultural land, with fields and pastures dotting the countryside. The village of Thanington Without itself is a small settlement, with a population of around 800 people.

The area boasts a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age. In more recent times, the parish played a significant role during World War II, serving as an important military camp for the British Army.

Today, Thanington Without offers a peaceful and tranquil setting for those seeking a rural lifestyle. The local community is tight-knit, with a range of amenities including a village hall, a primary school, and a church. The area is well-connected to nearby Canterbury, with regular bus services providing convenient transportation options.

Nature enthusiasts are drawn to Thanington Without for its scenic beauty and abundant wildlife. The River Stour is a popular spot for fishing and boating, while the surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for walking and exploring the great outdoors.

Overall, Thanington Without is a charming and idyllic civil parish, combining a rich history with a peaceful rural setting.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.262976/1.052436 or Grid Reference TR1355. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Golden Hill The view from the National Trust owned 'Golden Hill'
Golden Hill
The view from the National Trust owned 'Golden Hill'
The A2, by-passing Canterbury at Harbledown
The A2, by-passing Canterbury at Harbledown
The Pilgrims Way to the shrine of St. Thomas of Canterbury
The Pilgrims Way to the shrine of St. Thomas of Canterbury
Stuppington Court Farm
Stuppington Court Farm
Entrance to Iffin Farm
Entrance to Iffin Farm
Merton Farm, Merton Lane
Merton Farm, Merton Lane
View looking W along Merton Lane
View looking W along Merton Lane
Junction of Merton Lane and Iffin Lane
Junction of Merton Lane and Iffin Lane
Looking S along Iffin Lane
Looking S along Iffin Lane
Outbuildings at Meadows Farm
Outbuildings at Meadows Farm
Canterbury Footpath from Lime Kiln Road to the apple orchard
Canterbury
Footpath from Lime Kiln Road to the apple orchard
Canterbury Footpath from Heaton Road / Lime Kiln Road to Apple Orchard
Canterbury
Footpath from Heaton Road / Lime Kiln Road to Apple Orchard
Canterbury - the games fields behind Heaton Road This was taken the year the Kent had real snow! The trees are hiding the track of a disused railway line.
Canterbury - the games fields behind Heaton Road
This was taken the year the Kent had real snow! The trees are hiding the track of a disused railway line.
Allotments off Norfolk Road, Canterbury The first dig of the year.
Allotments off Norfolk Road, Canterbury
The first dig of the year.
Martyrs Monument, Martyrs Field Road, Canterbury Commemorates the event in the 1550's when more than 40 Protestants were burnt at the stake during the short-lived Counter-Reformation in the reign of Queen Mary
Martyrs Monument, Martyrs Field Road, Canterbury
Commemorates the event in the 1550's when more than 40 Protestants were burnt at the stake during the short-lived Counter-Reformation in the reign of Queen Mary
Wincheap, Canterbury Playpark off Wincheap Road. On a recent visit, I was struck by the quality and age of the trees and the even height of the walls enclosing this park and am led to think it was originally a walled garden.
Wincheap, Canterbury
Playpark off Wincheap Road. On a recent visit, I was struck by the quality and age of the trees and the even height of the walls enclosing this park and am led to think it was originally a walled garden.
Great Stour Looking north across the Stour towards Harbledown and the London Road housing estate, taken from behind the Wincheap industrial estate. The train is approaching Canterbury from Ashford.
Great Stour
Looking north across the Stour towards Harbledown and the London Road housing estate, taken from behind the Wincheap industrial estate. The train is approaching Canterbury from Ashford.
Wincheap Traffic crawling along Wincheap on a damp Friday lunchtime. Looking SW towards the junction with the A2. There is an Esso petrol station to the right of the photo and the local shops are just out of the sight, further up on the left hand side next to the layby.
Wincheap
Traffic crawling along Wincheap on a damp Friday lunchtime. Looking SW towards the junction with the A2. There is an Esso petrol station to the right of the photo and the local shops are just out of the sight, further up on the left hand side next to the layby.
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Thanington Without is located at Grid Ref: TR1355 (Lat: 51.262976, Lng: 1.052436)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Canterbury

Police Authority: Kent

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