Comp

Settlement in Kent Tonbridge and Malling

England

Comp

Teston Road Offham by the railway line This gate is where there was once a level crossing to the A20. On the A20 side, where there is now a garage, there used to be an all-night transport cafe in a wooden building. They were there in 1956 but had gone by 1979. — Teston Road Offham by the railway line Credit: Ron Lee

Comp is a small village located in the county of Kent, in southeastern England. Situated about 10 miles southeast of the city of Canterbury, Comp is nestled in the rolling hills of the Kent Downs, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, offering residents and visitors stunning views and ample opportunities for outdoor activities.

With a population of around 500 people, Comp is a tight-knit community known for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The village is characterized by its charming traditional cottages, many of which date back several centuries. The local church, St. Mary's, is a prominent feature of the village, with its distinctive medieval architecture and peaceful churchyard.

While primarily a residential area, Comp does have a small selection of amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a local pub, The Rose and Crown, which serves as a social hub for the community, as well as a village hall that hosts various events and gatherings throughout the year.

Due to its proximity to Canterbury, residents of Comp have easy access to a wider range of amenities, including shops, supermarkets, schools, and healthcare facilities. The village is also well-connected by road, with the A2 highway passing nearby, providing convenient links to other towns and cities in the region.

Overall, Comp offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for those seeking a peaceful village lifestyle, with the added benefit of being within easy reach of larger urban centers.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.288148/0.34836 or Grid Reference TQ6356. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Teston Road Offham by the railway line

This gate is where there was once a level crossing to the A20. On the A20 side, where there is now a garage, there used to be an all-night transport cafe in a wooden building. They were there in 1956 but had gone by 1979.

Ron Lee

A new roundabout at Wrotham Heath

This is where the B2016 - Seven Mile Lane - joins the A26. It's a busy junction, I had a long wait before there were no cars negotiating it.

Ron Lee

Long Mill Lane Crouch

Ron Lee

The Captain's Walk, Platt

This is a row of four almshouses, listed Grade II. The listing details state that it was built c. 1850 in Tudor-Revival style. They are managed by the Betenson Trust.

Humphrey Bolton

Long Mill Lane, St. Mary's Platt

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Blue Anchor, St. Mary's Platt

Chris Whippet

Long Mill Lane, St. Mary's Platt

Chris Whippet

Seven Mile Lane

Seven Mile Lane is a long and mostly straight road leading from the A20 at Wrotham Heath to the A26 near Mereworth. This view near the Viking Oak Boarding Kennels and Cattery looks towards Wrotham Heath.

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Seven Mile Lane

Seven Mile Lane is a long and mostly straight road leading from the A20 at Wrotham Heath to the A26 near Mereworth. This view by the entrance to the Viking Oak Boarding Kennels and Cattery looks towards Mereworth.

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St Mary's Church, Platt

St Mary's Church, Platt only dates from 1842. It is seen here from Long Mill Lane.

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Stile alongside Windmill Hill

Although there is no footpath marked on the map from this stile, Windmill Hill is quite narrow here and I assume the path just provides a safer alternative to the road.

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Track off Ford Lane

To the left is the southern boundary of Ford Place. Millpond Cottage is just behind where I am standing, on the other side of Ford Lane.

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The Wealdway along St Vincents Lane

The Wealdway is 80 miles long and runs from the River Thames at Gravesend to the English Channel at Eastbourne via Tonbridge, the Ashdown Forest and the South Downs. This section is between Ryarsh Wood and Wrotham Heath. It turns right away from St Vincents Lane near the start of the hill in the distance.

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Almshouses at Platt

St Mary's Church, Platt only dates from 1842. The almshouses opposite the church, on the left here, also appear to be 19th century. See also Link

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Almshouses at Platt

St Mary's Church, Platt only dates from 1842. The almshouses opposite the church also appear to be 19th century.

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St Mary's Church, Platt

St Mary's Church, Platt only dates from 1842. This photograph is taken from the garden of the nearby almshouses - see Link

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Track off Windmill Hill

Although there is no footpath marked on the map from the stile on the right, Windmill Hill is quite narrow here and I assume the path just provides a safer alternative to the road. The track ahead leads to Gallows Hill.

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