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Brands Hatch Circuit
Legendary undulating British racing circuit in Kent hosting major motorsport events and offering car racing experiences.
2 km · about 5 min drive
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West Kingsdown
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About West Kingsdown
West Kingsdown works well as a base: 10 minutes from Eynsford, 20km from Hever Castle.
West Kingsdown is in England, United Kingdom, with about 5,500 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Eynsford, about 4 km away.
West Kingsdown is a village and civil parish in the Sevenoaks district of Kent, England, on the A20 5 miles (8 km) southeast of Swanley, 5.5 miles (9 km) northeast of Sevenoaks and 22.5 miles (36.2 km) from London. In 2011 it had a population of 6062.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near West Kingsdown?
Within an hour or so of West Kingsdown: Brands Hatch Circuit (2 km), Hever Castle (20 km), Crystal Palace Circuit (25 km), Leeds Castle (28 km).
Are there any good drives near West Kingsdown?
The nearest famous roads are Crystal Palace Circuit, Goodwood Festival of Speed and Military Road, Isle of Wight.
Where is West Kingsdown?
West Kingsdown is in England, United Kingdom, about 4 km from Eynsford.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 5,484
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 51.3428, 0.2613
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in United Kingdom
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 West Kingsdown
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
castle
Hever Castle
Romantic 13th-century double-moated castle that was the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, set within award-winning gardens and a 38-acre lake.
20 km · about 25 min drive
historic highway
Crystal Palace Circuit
A 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.
25 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.
28 km · about 30 min drive
cafe
Bolt London
A motorcycle-focused coffee shop and workspace in London bringing together the riding and creative communities.
30 km · about 35 min drive
cafe
Pavilion Cafe Victoria Park
A stylish lakeside cafe in Victoria Park that has become an unofficial weekend gathering spot for London's motorcycle community.
30 km · about 35 min drive
landmark
Tower of London
Historic 11th-century castle and fortress that has served as royal palace, prison, and home of the Crown Jewels.
30 km · about 35 min drive
landmark
Tower Bridge
Victorian bascule and suspension bridge over the Thames, one of London's most recognizable structures.
30 km · about 35 min drive
Driving roads near West Kingsdown
4 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 25 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.
- 41 kmBox HillA steep chalk escarpment above the Mole valley, the Zig Zag Road on its flank made famous by the 2012 Olympic road race.
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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