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Swanley
Swanley is a town in Kent, in the Sevenoaks District. This page brings together local businesses, events and things to do in and around Swanley, so you can see what is nearby and what is on, whether you live here, work here or are visiting for the day.
Businesses in Swanley
Cleaners
Astute Clean
Exterior cleaning across Kent from Gravesend: driveways, patios, roofs, gutters, render, windows, solar panels and graffiti removal.
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Taxis
Chauffeur Star
Gravesend chauffeur-driven car hire for weddings, proms, corporate events and special occasions, with classic and executive cars.
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Taxis
Kent Taxi Services
Taxi and private hire booking service in Gravesend covering Kent: airport and seaport transfers, school runs, hospital trips and wheelchair accessible taxis.
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ElectriciansPlumbers
Plumbing & Electrical
Plumbing and electrical call-outs for homes and businesses across Kent and Medway, from Gravesend: boilers, drains, rewires, EICR and EV chargers.
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Taxis
Same Day Couriers Kent
Courier booking service in Gravesend: same day, contract, medical, legal and parts deliveries collected across Kent and delivered UK-wide.
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Garages & MOT
21st Moto
Honda motorcycle dealer on London Road, Swanley, selling new and used bikes, with a Honda-trained workshop, MOTs and insurance repairs.
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Solicitors
Bishop Akers & Co
Swanley solicitors on Swanley Lane for conveyancing, wills, probate, powers of attorney, employment and commercial property.
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What's on in Swanley
Family, Outdoors
Christmas Woodland Rescue Trail, Lullingstone Country Park
£3 per trail
Family Friendly
Things to do in Swanley
Places to visit
Family Days Out
Eagle Heights Wildlife Foundation
Bird of prey centre and wildlife foundation near Eynsford, with a noon flying display. Winter opening Friday to Sunday, 11am to 4pm.
Family Friendly
Castles & History
Eynsford Castle
Free-to-enter ruin of an early Norman enclosure castle in the centre of Eynsford, run by English Heritage. Dogs on leads welcome.
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
Free
Parks & Walks
Farningham Woods Nature Reserve
Ancient woodland nature reserve north of Farningham, with a waymarked 1.6 mile walk and car park on Calfstock Lane.
Dog Friendly
Family Days Out, Parks & Walks
Lullingstone Country Park
Kent County Council country park in the Darent Valley near Eynsford, with ancient trees, a Discovery Trail, visitor centre and cafe.
Family Friendly
Castles & History, Museums & Galleries
Lullingstone Roman Villa
English Heritage Roman villa in the Darent Valley at Eynsford, with mosaics and a bath suite. Partly closed for conservation; free entry for now.
Family Friendly
Family Days Out, Parks & Walks
Swanley Park
Town council park in Swanley with 60 acres of parkland, play areas, soft play and a miniature railway. Free entry.
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
Free
Guides
GuideFamily Days Out
Family days out in North Kent and Medway: outdoor days and rainy days
Family days out across North Kent and Medway, split into outdoor days in parks and woods and rainy days at museums.
GuideMuseums & Galleries
Museums and galleries in North Kent and Medway
Museums, galleries and collections across Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham, Dartford and Eynsford, sorted by what you want to see.
GuideFood & Drink
Eating and drinking in North Kent
Pubs, cafes, restaurants and a brewery taproom in Gravesend, Dartford, Northfleet and Swanley: what each serves, where, and when it opens.
Food & drink in Swanley
RestaurantsTakeaways
Namaste Swanley
Indian restaurant and takeaway on Swanley High Street, with online ordering, table booking and a Sunday five-course buffet.
Verified Oct 2026
Town guide
About Swanley
Swanley is in the Sevenoaks District of Kent. Swanley Town Council says it owns around 150 acres of parks and open spaces, including Swanley Park and St Marys Recreation.
Swanley Park, according to Kent County Council’s Historic Environment Record, is a public park created on the site of a derelict orchard and nurseries. Horticulture has a longer history here too. Kent County Council’s Historic Environment Record says Hextable House, near Swanley, was home to the Hextable Horticultural College, and the local heritage group Hextable Heritage dates the college to 1889.
In July 2024 Sevenoaks District Council made the Swanley Neighbourhood Plan, which now forms part of the district’s development plan and guides planning decisions in the Swanley Town Council area.
Getting there and around
Swanley station is served by Southeastern, and its station page has live departures and facilities. Journey times to London depend on the service, so check Southeastern’s journey planner before you travel.
Sevenoaks District Council runs the Park Road, Station Road and Bevan Place car parks in Swanley and lists their charges on its website. Park Road charges apply from 8.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Sunday, and parking there is free on public holidays.
Shopping and what’s on
Sevenoaks District Council says a general market takes place in Swanley town centre every Wednesday and Sunday, run on its behalf by Bray Associates. Check the council’s markets page for the current location.
Use this page to browse local businesses in Swanley, check what is on and find things to do nearby. Every listing is researched and checked by us before it goes live. You can switch to a neighbouring town from the Explore Kent menu.
Map of Swanley
Nearby places
Questions about Swanley
Which council covers Swanley?
Swanley is in the Sevenoaks District, so Sevenoaks District Council provides local services such as car parks and markets. Swanley Town Council also serves the town and owns Swanley Park and St Marys Recreation. The district had about 120,500 residents at the 2021 census, according to the Office for National Statistics.
Where can I park in Swanley?
Sevenoaks District Council runs the Park Road, Station Road and Bevan Place car parks in Swanley, and its car parking page lists locations and charges. Park Road charges apply from 8.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Sunday, and parking there is free on public holidays. At Station Road you can pay by cash or card at the machine, or through MiPermit online, by app or by phone.
Is there a market in Swanley?
Yes. Sevenoaks District Council says a general market takes place in Swanley town centre every Wednesday and Sunday. It is operated by Bray Associates on the council's behalf. Check the council's markets page for the current location and any changes before you visit.
How do I get from Swanley to London?
Swanley station is served by Southeastern. Which London stations you reach, and how long the journey takes, depends on the service. Use Southeastern's station page and journey planner for current departures, journey times and fares before you travel.
What is Swanley Park?
Swanley Park is a public park owned by Swanley Town Council. Kent County Council's Historic Environment Record says it was created on the site of a derelict orchard and nurseries. The town council also owns St Marys Recreation, and its website lists events held in the town's parks.
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