West Kingsdown Area Guide

If you're looking for a home in a friendly village with all the attractions of London close by, property in West Kingsdown is an ideal choice. Situated just outside the M25 in the Kent countryside, West Kingsdown is home to beautiful buildings and peaceful country walks, with transport links that make day trips to the capital easy.

Welcome to West Kingsdown

With its tranquil location in the Sevenoaks district of Kent, West Kingsdown boasts access to everything from stylish restaurants and cafés to a world-famous racetrack, Brands Hatch, right on its doorstep. It’s also just off the M20, allowing for quick escapes to Maidstone and destinations across the South East.

West Kingsdown is made for families

Property in West Kingsdown is ideal for families who want to be close to both city and countryside. There are some excellent schools in the local area, including West Kingsdown Church of England primary. Nearby Birtley House Independent School, which caters for pupils aged 5 to 11 with additional needs, was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018.

Getting around in West Kingsdown

With the M20 and M25 within easy reach, West Kingsdown boasts excellent transport links. There are several train stations close by, including Eynsford, Longfield, Farningham Road and Swanley. From Eynsford, it's easy to reach London, with regular direct services departing for Blackfriars and just one change at Sevenoaks to reach London Bridge.

A short history of West Kingsdown

Once a tiny farming village, Kingsdown expanded rapidly after the First World War as people moved out of the city to enjoy the benefits of countryside living and a quick commute. It changed its name to West Kingsdown in the 1950s to help avoid postal confusion with other Kent villages. One of the village’s most famous structures is its Grade II-listed windmill, which dates back to the 19th century and can be seen close to Pells Lane.

Sport, West Kingsdown and the great outdoors

West Kingsdown is the home of Brands Hatch racing circuit, which hosts big-name motorbike and touring car races all year round. The area also boasts many scenic countryside walking routes, including those around St Edmund King & Martyr Church. Known locally as "the church in the woods", it's surrounded by beautiful woodlands and is something of an attraction in its own right, being a Grade I listed building.

Dining out in West Kingsdown

With links to the city and countryside, property in West Kingsdown benefits from excellent local amenities. There's a Co-op and several convenience stores, as well as superb dining venues close by. Local favourites include the Portobello Inn, the Gamecock, the Oasis Café and the Rajdani, named the best Indian restaurant in the South East at the Asian Curry Awards in 2017.