We are the Bromley Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
David C.
The walk starts in Groombridge and follows some of the Tunbridge Wells Circular Path until it arrives at the pretty village of Frant. The morning distance is 6.3 miles with ascent of about 600 feet/180 metres.
A short while after leaving Groombridge we walk through Birchden Wood and past Harrison's Rocks which are popular with rock climbers. After Eridge Rocks, we walk through Eridge Park which is reputedly the oldest deer park in Britain.
Lunch will be either a picnic on the green at Frant or in The George pub next to the church. Please note that the pub would like a pre-order on the morning so if you want to lunch there be ready to make your choice before we set off.
After lunch, we retrace the path we took in the morning but leave the TWCP at Park Corner and walk along a quiet lane to Groombridge. The distance is 5.3 miles and the ascent is 120 feet/40 metres.
Part of the path through Eridge Park is regularly muddy. You might want to bring a pole, just in case.
If you prefer a shorter walk, you can park in the tiny car park by Eridge Rocks and join the main group when it arrives from Groombridge at about 11am. Car share is essential. The car park is at OS reference TQ 55492 35560. If you intend to park there, please let the leader know.
To get there, you need to follow the A26 going south from Tunbridge Wells and signed for Lewes. About 2 miles after leaving Tunbridge Wells you arrive at Eridge - turn right at Warren Farm Lane immediately after the church and carry on for about 300 yards. This shorter walk is just over 3 miles each way with ascent of about 600 feet/180 metres in the morning. If you want to eat at The George at lunchtime you can add your choice before the order is phoned through to the pub.
The walk starts from the small free car park in Station Road, Groombridge. Car share advisable. Late arrivals can park in the nearby streets.
