The village of Headcorn is a thriving community in the heart of Kent. Its attractive High Street has a small selection of bistros, cafes and independent shops.
If you enjoy exploring the great outdoors, there are various natural beauty spots on your doorstep, including the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the Kent Downs, while Camber Sands beach is a stone’s throw away for day trips.
There are several historic sites to discover nearby including Leeds Castle, Sissinghurst Castle Garden and the National Trust’s Scotney Castle, while Chart Hills Golf Club is ideal for leisurely weekend rounds of golf.
There are plenty of good schools to choose from within easy reach of Headcorn. Cranbrook School and Maidstone Grammar School are both rated outstanding by Ofsted, while independent schools nearby include Sutton Valence School and Bethany School.
Headcorn is only a short distance away from the M20, so it’s easy to travel by car, while the village also has its own train station. The journey to Headcorn from London takes one hour 20 minutes by car or one hour by direct train. Ashford International is nearby for Euro star services to France, while the drive to London Gatwick Airport takes just under an hour.
Grigg Lane, Headcorn, Kent, TN27 9LU