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North West Kent Group

We are the North West Kent Ramblers. 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

Park at Hollingbourne Station (free). ME17 1TX. EX148. Steep ascent onto the North Downs Way to the Shepherd (wooden statue) and Chitts Wood. Lunch at the Bredgar & Wormshill Railway, Tea room & toilets. Return via Ringlestone and Lower Deans Farm. Please bring a packed lunch. 

Wednesday, 9 July 2025
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
19.3km / 12.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Please note: Richard is catching the 0931 train from Otford, hence the later than usual starting time.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 83441 55040
Nearest postcode:
ME17 1TX
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Start time:
10:15 am

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