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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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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 scenic, circular walk that takes in the historic Tudor village of Chilham; Godmersham Park which has associations with Jane Austen; and the village of Sole Street which has a quirky pub for refreshments just after half way. This woodland, pasture and lane route is hilly in places (especially before our picnic lunch stop) but rewards us with many beautiful views along the way. It’s suitable for well-behaved dogs, on lead around livestock and some quiet road sections.
Please gather at 09:45 for a prompt start at 10am and bring a picnic lunch for midway. There are public toilets in the large free carpark at the start/end of the walk and we plan to stop for drinks and loos after 6 miles. Stout walking boots are advisable for muddy conditions and rutted tracks.

 

Sunday, 18 January 2026
Start time:
9:45 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

If you can, please RSVP to this walk via our Meetup site. This will give our volunteer walk leaders an idea of how many are attending. 

https://www.meetup.com/west-kent-walking-and-outdoor-group


 

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
TR 06652 53611
Nearest postcode:
CT4 8BZ
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Start time:
9:45 am

Chilham Village Car Park, Taylors Hill, Chilham, Kent CT4 8BZ

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