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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
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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
Description: Travel back in time on a long flat walk that takes you from the High Street to wartime Tonbridge via a cracking country pub and a tranquil stretch of the River Medway.
Length: 4.6 miles / 7.3 km (approximately 2-3 hours, longer if stopping at the Plough)
Grade: Leisurely
Good for: Wartime history.
Description: A relaxed circular walk that takes you from the edge of Tonbridge, deep into the garden of England before returning you back to town via the river. There’s an optional stop for a pub lunch en-route.
Length: 5.5 miles / 8.8km (approximately 2-3 hours, longer if stopping for lunch at The Poacher and Partridge)
Grade: Leisurely
Good for: Beautiful countryside
Description: A beautiful walk taking in the grandeur of Somerhill House, the famous Chagall stained glass windows at Tudeley and some gorgeous countryside.
Length: 4 miles / 6.4 km (approximately 2-3 hours, longer if stopping to appreciate All Saints church)
Grade: Leisurely
Good for: Local History
Description: Climb hills, stumble trip through the woods and splish-splash through the streams on this family friendly adventure.
Length: 2 miles / 3 km (approximately 1 hour, allow extra for play time)
Grade: Not too tough
Good for: A short scenic nature walk for all ages
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
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