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Walk 24: Trainspotting

Description: A hybrid walk that combines the history and architecture of suburban Tonbridge with the splendours of Haysden Country Park.

Length: 3.33 miles /5.33 km (approximately 1-2 hours)

Grade: Not too tough

Good for: Local history

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Walk 23: The Paper Trail

Description: A short but challenging circular walk from Dunks Green to the edge of Mereworth woods. The route features countless orchards, beautiful views and sleepy country lanes.

Length: 4 miles /6.47 km (approximately 2 hours)

Grade: A little challenging

Good for: A walk for all seasons

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Walk 22: The Trinity

Description: A long but beautiful circular walk taking in a trio of unique churches and three country pubs. There’s a variety of incredible scenery, including woodland, meadows, orchards and epic views.

Length: 7.2 miles / 11.54 km (approximately 3 hours, longer if stopping at the churches and pubs en-route)


Grade: A little challenging


Good for: Quirky churches and a long pub walk.

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Walk 21: The Milk Train

Description: A gorgeous circular pub walk from Leigh to The Greyhound at Charcott, returning via the Penshurst estate. The walk features millions of bluebells, a bizarre shoe tree and a secretive nuclear bunker.

Length: 5.5 miles / 8.89 km (approximately 2-3 hours, longer if stopping at The Greyhound en-route)

Grade: Leisurely

Good for: Bluebells and cold war history

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Walk 20: The Drover

Description: A glorious but challenging circular walk from Shipbourne to Underriver via Ightham Mote, with the option of a family friendly short cut.

Length: 6 miles / 9.6 km (approximately 2-3 hours, longer if stopping at Ightham Mote and/or The White Rock en-route)

3.58 miles / 5.7km (approximately 1.5 -2 hours, longer if stopping at Ightham Mote)

Grade: A little challenging / Not too tough

Good for: Historic houses, beautiful views and stunning woodland.

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Walk 19: The Far Side of The Weald

Description: A hilly circular walk exploring the history, geology and landscape of the Kentish Weald.

Length: 6.5 miles / 10.5 km (approximately 2.5-3 hours, longer if stopping at The Greyhound)

Grade: A little challenging

Good for: A journey round The Weald

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Walk 18: Finding Gandhi

Description: A photogenic history walk exploring the growth of the town and its industrial past.

Length: 3.56 miles / 5.7 km (approximately 1.5 hours, longer if stopping at pubs enroute)

Grade: Not too tough

Good for: Urban photography and a (nearly) mud free walk.

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Walk 17: A Winters Tale

Description: A Christmas cracker of a walk, taking you on a festive ramble around the Penshurst Estate.

Length: 2.93 miles / 4.7 km (approximately 1.5 hours, longer if stopping at Penshurst Place enroute)

Grade: Not too tough (this will be more challenging when muddy)

Good for: A Boxing Day walk

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Walk 16: Ghost Town

Description: A historic walking tour, exploring the dark secrets of Tonbridge and the forgotten ghosts of its past. Murder, betrayal and persecution can all be found on this short accessible walk around the town.

Length: 2.96 miles / 4.75 km (approximately 1.5 hours, longer if stopping for refreshments en route)

Grade: Not too tough

Good for: A spooky walk

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Walk 15: The Castle On The Hill

Description: A circular walk to the picture-perfect Tudor village of Chiddingstone, including a visit to the mythical Chiding Stone, spectacular hilltop views and the opportunity to explore the curious castle.

Length: 4.06 miles / 6.5 km (approximately 2 hours, longer if visiting Chiddingstone Castle and the village)

Grade: Leisurely

Good for: Tudor history and rural tranquillity

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Walk 14: The Sloe Road

Description: A ramble around the hedgerows, shaws and woodland tolls that stitch together the countryside around North Tonbridge and Hildenborough.

Length: 4.3 miles / 7.4 km (approximately 2 hours)

Grade: Leisurely

Good for: Autumnal colour and foraging.

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Walk 13: The Ascension

Description: A solid circular walk that begins on the outskirts of Haysden Country Park and ascends to the lofty heights of beautiful Bidborough.

Length: 4.6 miles / 7.5 km (approximately 2 hours, longer if stopping at The Kentish Hare)

Grade: A little challenging

Good for: Heavenly views and formidable climbs

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Walk 12: The Green Mile

Description: A long scenic walk exploring Haysden Country Park, the history of the Straight Mile, and the chocolate box village of Leigh.

Length: 6 miles / 9.6 km (approximately 3 hours, longer if stopping at The Fleur De Lis or The Plough)

Grade: Leisurely

Good for: Great lakes and beautiful architecture

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Walk 11: The Steeple Chase

Description: A short circular walk from Shipbourne that features stunning views, the historic Fairlawne Estate and the pretty village of Plaxtol.

Length: 3.5 miles / 5.6 km (approximately 1.5 hours, longer if stopping at The Kentish Rifleman)

Grade: Leisurely

Good for: A small walk with big views

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Walk 10: Park Life

Description: A short buggy friendly walk, exploring the beautiful Tonbridge Park and the Castle grounds. Print off your picture bingo cards and join in the fun as you try and spot all the things that make this area so special.

Length: 1.8 miles / 2.9 km (approximately 1 hour, longer if stopping to picnic, play or explore Tinkers Island)

Grade: Not too tough

Good for: A short accessible walk and a celebration of Tonbridge

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Walk 9: Tales From The Shire

Description: A nostalgic trip round Hildenborough and its surrounding countryside, exploring the people and places that have contributed to the history of the village.

Length: 6.9 miles / 11.12 km (approximately 3-4 hours, longer if stopping at Ridings Cafe, The Half Moon or Hilden Manor)

Grade: Leisurely

Good for: Scenic views and local history.

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Walk 8: The Little Ace

Description: A scenic nature walk from nearby Golden Green that includes rivers, lakes, locks and spacious water meadows. There is the option of a longer route if you take the ‘Big 8’ - an additional circular route round Moat Farm and the orchards that can be completed to make the walk a figure of 8.

Length: 3.1 miles / 5 km (approx 1 -2 hours) or 4.6 miles / 7.3 km (approximately 1.5 - 3 hours)

Grade: Not too tough / leisurely

Good for : A short walk with beautiful sunsets.

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Walk 7: The Long Way Home

Description: A long scenic walk that takes you from North Tonbridge up to the pretty village of Shipbourne and back via copious amounts of woodland and majestic views.

Length: 7.6 miles / 12.2 kilometres (approximately 3-4 hours), longer if stopping at The Chaser.

Grade: A little challenging

Good for: Woods. Lots and lots of woods.

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Walk 6: The ‘Darling Buds’

Description: A circular pub walk starting from The Carpenters Arms featuring gentle countryside and traditional Kent life. There is also the option to begin this walk from North Tonbridge.

Length: 4 miles / 4.75 miles from St Andrews (approximately 2-2.5 hours, longer if stopping at The Bell or The Carpenters)

Grade: Leisurely

Good for: A summery walk

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