High Halden, Kent
High Halden in Kent Village Guide
About High Halden, Kent
High Halden is a village and civil parish located in the Ashford District of Kent, England, situated on the A28 road between Ashford and Tenterden. The parish includes the Tenterden suburb of St. Michaels and had a population of 1,584 according to the 2011 census.
The village is notable for St Mary the Virgin Church, a Grade I listed building dating back to before 1286. Its timbered tower, likely constructed in the late 13th century, features an octagonal ground floor and an 80-foot octagonal spire clad in shingles. The structure is supported by massive oak pillars and beams, with the south porch boasting a natural arch made from two halves of a colossal oak trunk. Inside, visitors can find a 13th-century font.
High Halden’s history is also reflected in The Chequers on the Green, a large pub dating from around 1620. This establishment was once frequented by smugglers and gangs such as the Hawkhurst and Cranbrook gangs during the mid-18th century. The parish itself is recorded in the Domesday Book, and remnants of a Norman manor house remain visible at Tiffenden Farm.
Nearby, the former RAF High Halden served as a Royal Air Force Advanced Landing Ground during its operational period, adding a layer of 20th-century history to the area.
What’s new?
Ian G. Clifton & Son
Ian G. Clifton & Son is a family-run plumbing and heating business, established in 1972. The company specialises in the … more
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What’s 🔥?
The Ginger Bennet Band
, 2:00pm – 4:00pm
The Grapevine Jazz Bar, Tenterden
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Snug Sessions
, 7:00pm – 11:00pm
Old Dairy Taproom, Tenterden
Message Board
Lost Person John?
My mother lived at Elm Tree House. Mothers name Marjorie Maud Lilly. Boyfriend named John? from High Halden. Soldier then … more
Hilda Lizzie Grace Whiddett
My grandmother’s youngest sister, born in Canterbury, was given away when her mother died in child birth.I’ve discovered that she … more
Attractions and Activities
Hole Park
15 acres of private gardens. Formal garden open spaces are enclosed by yew hedges; offset by specimen trees, topiary, statuary and stunning wisteria. Spectacular bluebell wood. In the extensive woodland valley, bulbs and ornamental trees lead through magnificent azaleas and … more
Kent & East Sussex Railway
The Kent & East Sussex Railway is the country’s finest example of a rural light railway. The line owes much of its charm to its origin as the world’s first light railway. Originally opened in 1900, the tightly curved line, … more
Tenterden Leisure Centre
Tenterden Leisure Centre, operated by Freedom Leisure on behalf of Ashford Borough Council, offers a comprehensive range of facilities aimed at improving community health and wellness. The centre includes a gym equipped with state-of-the-art equipment, a 25-metre swimming pool, and … more
Accommodation
Country Farmhouse Holiday
Holiday Farmhouse 7 bedrooms 4 bathrooms sleeps 14-16 (or add annex up to 20) Great rural location, yet easy access local amenities, main roads, motorways and stations. London from about an hour Attractive, rural, Tudor style farmhouse with great views, … more
Wheelers Green Bed and Breakfast
Mandy and Nick (and Oska the family dog!) look forward to welcoming you to our home. We offer modern, contemporary accommodation for a relaxing and comfortable stay. Both our main rooms are on the ground floor.
Restaurants
The Lemon Tree Restaurant
The Lemon Tree Restaurant offers a quintessentially English dining experience in a historic 14th-century Wealden Hall House, which boasts a visit from King Henry VIII. Located in the heart of Tenterden, this traditional restaurant is renowned for its commitment to … more
The Ferry Inn
Serendipitous country public house with welcoming staff, character rooms, candlelight, open fires, real ales, popular foods and fantastic sunsets!
