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History of Paddock Wood

Paddock Wood, well known for its hops and oast houses,originally formed part of the ancient parish of Brenchley.

The Name Paddock Wood

There are many suggestions as to how Paddock Wood came by its name, including being named after the nearby Manor of Parrock, or the local woodlands and paddocks. A more interested suggestion is that around 1790 the owner of the nearby Hop Farm, fed up with workshy and unreliable labourers, stated that they would have their pay docked and hence Paydock Wood.

In 1842 Paddock Wood opened its railway station with services into London. The line also provides connections to the local towns of Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells.

Cottages started appearing in 1847 and by 1851 Paddock Wood started to become a sizeable community and separated from Brenchley in 1860.

Did you Know?

The first speeding offence was committed in Paddock Wood! The culprit was caught doing 8mph in his Benz motor car when the speed limit was just 2mph. He was apprehended by a police constable on a bicycle!

The John Brunt VC

The John Brunt VC public house obtained its name after John Brunt, whose parents came from Paddock Wood, was awarded the Victoria Cross during the war and its name was changed from the Kent Arms Public House in his honour.

1997 it was renamed the Hooden Horse by new management but local outrage saw it revert back to the John Brunt VC.

Paddock Wood Today

Today Paddock Wood is a lively town, Commercial Road forms the main High Street of Paddock Wood. Paddock Wood offers a variety variety of shops, banks and other amenities including; takeaways, post office, library, Medical Centre, Paddock Wood Primary School, Mascalls (secondary school)  Hairdressers, Newsagents, Supermarket etc etc.

Transport

Paddock Wood has both a railway station with direct services to London and a bus route.

Paddock Wood is popular for commuters so if you are looking to sell your home, it is a popular area for buyers, so contact us today.