It is 2 miles (3.2 km) south-west of the town of Faversham and is part of the civil parish of Ospringe.

According to Edward Hasted in 1798, it was held in 1547 by the son of Sir Anthony Aucher (MP for Canterbury).

[7] The village has a purpose built community hall that was opened on 24 June 2023.

The hall construction was possible thanks to a huge fundraising effort let by a body of trustees.

The Community Hall can be booked for weddings, events, clubs and social meetings.