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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.

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
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Overview

This 12-mile walk from Lenham up to the North Downs is a repeat of a walk that proved popular early last year, it is a good one, so you definitely won't want to miss it this year!

Initially from Lenham we follow the Stour Valley Walk, before crossing the A20 to ascend to Warren Street & Kite Hill Wood, to then pass the "mysterious lady in the woods". Our route then meanders through Stalisfield Green going past the Plough Inn to then reach the Bowl Inn above Charing, where we will make our pub pit stop.

We then descend to meet the North Down Way/Pilgrims Way, which we follow back to the Lenham Cross on the latter stages of the walk.

There will be the usual snack break along the way, as well as the planned pub stop, with further refreshment opportunities once back at Lenham.

There are a few climbs to get the heart pumping nicely, but nothing too taxing for the regular walker, could be a bit muddy in places.

Walk leader is Kevin Hall

Sunday, 28 January 2024
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
19.3km / 12.0mi
Ascent:
265.2m / 870ft
Type:
circular

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 89745 52190
Nearest postcode:
ME17 2QH
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Start time:
9:30 am

The Village Car Park is located behind the Dog & Bear Public House, just off Maidstone Road & we will then meet outside the front of the pub overlooking the Village Square to start the walk.

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