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Tonbridge & Malling Group

A Ramblers group with walks of about 4 - 6 miles. We explore the beautiful Kent countryside from within the Tonbridge and Malling area and, occasionally, further afield.

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Overview

A circular, fairly flat walk from Tonbridge Castle to Leigh and back, following the Wealdway to Haysden, and the Eden Valley Walk to Leigh.  Rivers, lakes and the typical Kent countryside make this a lovely walk.

 

Sunday, 21 July 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
42.7m / 140ft
Type:
circular

After 2 miles we stop briefly at Haysden Country Park, where there are toilets, (and possibly ice creams).  Leigh village, at about 4.5 miles has a small shop if walkers have run out of refreshments.

Tonbridge is at the end of the walk and has many refreshment places. 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 58951 46549
Nearest postcode:
TN9 1BG
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Start time:
10:00 am

Meeting point is by the Ramblers' information board, on the High Street side of the castle

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