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Ashford (Kent) Group

We are the Ashford Ramblers and are of of 13 groups in Kent, that help to promote the benefits of walking with others in the county.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
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Overview

This is a 10 mile low level walk, mostly over farm and pasture land, which commences from the village of Bethersden, and it is a virtually flat route. The walk heads across to Smarden, which is reputed to be one of the prettiest villages in Kent, it has a wealth of weatherboarded and timber-framed cottages.

In summary the anti-clockwise circuits goes to Lamberden Wood, Little Odiam, Wissenden, Tuesnoad and Romden, before reaching Smarden. It is worth lingering awhile in this most delightful unspoilt village, there are numerous benches to tuck into your lunch box, whilst a visit to the 14th-century church is recommended.

The second leg then returns via Buckgreen Farm, the edge of Romden Wood, Odiam Farm and Pot Kiln Lane.

Once finished, The George pub is useful for a post walk drink, the Bull is also close-by as another option to refuel.

Walk leader is Colin Sefton

Sunday, 20 October 2024
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
61m / 200ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 92870 40260
Nearest postcode:
TN26 3AG
what3words:
niece.binder.structure
Start time:
9:30 am

Meet near the George Inn and St Margaret's church, on street parking only as no village car park

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking