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High Weald Walkers Group

We are the High Weald Walkers Group. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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

The circular walk explores the country side to the east of Shipbourne, through the Fairlawne estate to Dunks Green, Plaxtol Spout, Old Soar Manor, up into Hurst Wood, Swanton Valley, Gover Hill and back to Shipbourne.
A moderate walk over meadows and fields with sturdy stiles, shady woodlands and along quiet country lanes, some overgrown path at the recce last Sunday.  Two hills, overall ascent 827ft.  

Tuesday, 2 July 2024
Start time:
9:45 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:
252.1m / 827ft
Type:
circular

Bring your own drinks and picnic.

Jutta 07964243856 or 01892 523211

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 59299 52201
Nearest postcode:
TN11 9PF
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Start time:
9:45 am

Start in Shipbourne, parking in Upper Green Road on the Common. Turn R by the Chaser Pub and park on the layby on LHS.

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