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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.

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Overview

This is a walk of approximately 10 miles, starting from Bossingham, which takes place on a Saturday, to allow a rest day for those of us taking part in the May Day Bank Holiday Five Churches Charity walk. 

This is a pleasant little circuit along woodland tracks, and open countryside, with some uphill stretches, as well as visiting a famous pub set neatly in the valley.

Starting at a later than usual time of 10am, we leave Bossingham to head up a track to the right of Upper Hardres Wood, then across fields towards Stone Street. We cross the road to head over to Petham, before returning back to again cross Stone Street, and over to Pett Bottom, where the Duck Inn, famous for its James Bond connections awaits for a pit stop.

Our circuit heads uphill to pass through a delightful stretch of woodland, shown on the OS map as Gorsley Wood, then later through Atchester Wood.

There will be our usual short picnic stop, as well as the above mentioned pub stop.

Dogs welcome, but on a short lead when required.

Walk leader is Kevin Hall

 

 

 

 

Saturday, 2 May 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
289.6m / 950ft
Type:
circular

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
TR 15004 48713
Nearest postcode:
CT4 6AR
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Start time:
10:00 am

Bossingham Village Hall

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