The village became firmly established in the 13th century with the erection of the large All Saints church made of Kentish ragstone. Although it was
extensively restored in the 1840s, it still boasts a 13th-century
chancel and a famous
brass of the 14th century, depicting a floriated cross design. It has an unusual four-faced clock and a spire which is out of the vertical at the top. The village
primary school is situated near the church and was a
National school. The first building was erected in 1844 and has been enlarged on four occasions, namely, in 1872, 1896, 1990 and most recently in 1998. organisation, who put on three productions every year. The village also has a community centre on Lower Road. This centre was originally built to replace the original Scout hall on George's Hill which was dilapidated and dangerous. It is now home to
Scouts,
Guides and other community organisation, as well as being for hire. Woodchurch also boasts the Woodchurch Village Life Museum located on Susan's Hill and the
South of England Rare Breeds Centre is located a mile out of the village on the
Hamstreet road (B2067). The village also has its own Morris dancing side, Woodchurch Morris Men, who started dancing together in 1990 to perpetuate the ancient tradition and have many stands throughout the year. Historically the village has been home to three public houses. The Bonny Cravat and Six Bells opposite the church in the main village, and The Stonebridge Inn serving the Brattle area at the other end of the village. The Bonny Cravat is a managed
Shepherd Neame pub and The Six Bells is a free house. The Stonebridge Inn closed in the early 2000s and has now been demolished to make way for a large newbuild carehome. ==See also==