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Hampstead Group

Our group offers walks which are accessible by public transport and take place throughout the South East of England plus a summer holiday and a New Year break

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

Overview

A circular walk at a moderate to brisk pace over undulating terrain led by David C (Mobile No: 07747187036) joint with Hammersmith, Fulham & Wandsworth and Kensington, Chelsea & Westminster Groups.

Route: along sections of the Pilgrim's Way and the North Downs Way.

Drop-out point after 5 miles: Taxi (or 1 mile walk downhill along Thurnham Lane) from Thurnham to Bearsted Station.

Food: Pub lunch at The Black Horse, Thurnham or picnic nearby.

Map: E148, L188.

Sunday, 19 January 2025
Start time:
11:10 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Check trains the day before. Buy a CDR to Hollingbourne

Note: if the timetable is altered, catch the train that arrives at or before 11.20.

If there are engineering works that involve a replacement bus, check website / phone for details of the substitute walk.

 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Dog friendly
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 83441 55040
Nearest postcode:
ME17 1TX
what3words:
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Start time:
11:10 am

Hollingbourne Station (train from Victoria at 09:55, calling at Bromley South at 10:14 and arriving at Hollingbourne at 11:10). Meet outside the main entrance to the Station.

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