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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 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 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 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 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 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 1: To The Viaduct

Description: A hilly walk that takes you from South Tonbridge to a curiously ‘grammable’ grade II listed viaduct tucked away in the pocket of countryside between Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells.

Length: 4.1 miles / 6.6 km (2-3 hours, longer if stopping to explore the viaduct)

Grade: A little challenging12

Good for: Big views and woodland trails

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