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About Hawkhurst

Hawkhurst is a historic Kent village known for its wool trading heritage and smuggling connections. Reach it via the A229 from Maidstone or through smaller roads from the A21. The village serves as a hub for exploring the Kent-Sussex borders, with around 40 EV charging points nearby. Its unusually wide high street was designed for medieval wool wagons.

Where is Hawkhurst on the map?

Hawkhurst is in England, at 51.048, 0.511 - about 4 km south of Hartley, Kent 2.

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What is the closest airport to Hawkhurst?

The closest airport to Hawkhurst is London Gatwick Airport, 82 km (about 1 h 1 min by car).

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