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Chartham

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Chartham

Chartham works well as a base: 10 minutes from Canterbury, 26km from White Cliffs of Dover.

Chartham is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 2,836, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Chartham sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Chartham to your route.

About Chartham

Chartham is a village and civil parish in the Canterbury district of Kent, England. It is situated on the Ashford side of the city, and is in the North Downs area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, 2.3 mi (4 km) south west of Canterbury, England. The Great Stour Way path passes through the village. A paper mill in the

Read more village that had specialised in the production of tracing paper since 1938 has in 2022 closed down. There are numerous arable farms and orchards in the parish. The village has an unstaffed station, Chartham, and has recently upgraded its staffed level crossing to an automatic barrier. It has an outlying locality sharing in many of the community resources, Chartham Hatch. Nearby communities are Harbledown and Rough Common, Blean, and to the north Thanington.

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Chartham offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Chartham located?

Chartham is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 51.2562 latitude, 1.0184 longitude.

What is the population of Chartham?

Chartham has a population of approximately 2,836 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
2,836
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
51.2562, 1.0184

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Chartham

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

cathedral

Canterbury Cathedral

Seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury and one of the oldest Christian structures in England.

5 km · about 10 min drive

tunnel

Channel Tunnel (Eurotunnel)

50 km tunnel under the English Channel - drive your car on the train

20 km · about 25 min drive

castle

Dover Castle

A medieval fortress overlooking the English Channel, known as the Key to England due to its strategic defensive significance.

25 km · about 30 min drive

natural wonder

White Cliffs of Dover

Iconic chalk cliffs reaching up to 110 meters high along the English Channel, symbolizing Britain for centuries.

26 km · about 30 min drive

castle

Leeds Castle

A castle on islands in a lake formed by the River Len in Kent, often called the loveliest castle in the world.

27 km · about 30 min drive

photogenic

Mermaid Street, Rye

Cobbled hill of half-timbered houses in the ancient Cinque Port of Rye, crowned by the 15th-century Mermaid Inn with its smuggling-era cellars. Houses carry names like 'The House with Two Front Doors'.

39 km · about 45 min drive

castle

Bodiam Castle

A 14th-century moated castle in East Sussex, renowned for its picturesque setting and well-preserved exterior.

43 km · about 50 min drive

cafe

Johnsons Cafe

A well-known biker cafe on the A127 in Essex, serving as a gathering point for London and Essex riders for generations.

49 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Chartham

  • 20 kmChannel Tunnel (Eurotunnel)50 km tunnel under the English Channel - drive your car on the train
  • 58 kmCap Gris-NezThe closest point in France to England, a windswept headland of cliffs, lighthouse and migrating birds.
  • 61 kmCap Blanc-NezDazzling white chalk cliffs on the Opal Coast with views across the Channel to England on clear days.
  • 78 kmCrystal Palace CircuitA parkland racing circuit in south London that ran until 1972 and still hosts occasional sprint events. Sections of the old track survive as park roads and footpaths, complete with original kerbing among the Victorian terraces.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

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