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West Kent Walking Group

We are the West Kent Walking Group. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

A long scenic walk that takes you from the pretty village of Shipbourne via Poult Wood Golf Course to North Tonbridge and back via copious amounts of woodland and majestic views. Length: 7.6 miles / 12.2 kilometres (approximately 3-4 hours, finishing at The Chaser) 

Begin your walk at the Chaser Inn, Stumble Hill, Shipbourne, Tonbridge TN11 9PE

The Chaser Inn at Shipbourne is a Grade II listed building. It dates back to the 15th Century when it was a coaching inn. By the 18th Century it was part of the Fairlawne Estate. Today it nestles between church and houses overlooking a Kent village green.

 

 

Sunday, 4 June 2023
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.2km / 7.6mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

If anyone wants to eat at the Chaser after, I suggest they book early as it gets booked up very quickly.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 59186 52189
Nearest postcode:
TN11 9PE
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Start time:
10:00 am

The Chaser Inn, Stumble Hill, Shipbourne, Tonbridge TN11 9PE. Plenty of parking on Upper Green Road opposite.

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