MORETONHAMPSTEAD TO BUTTERDON, CRANBROOK CASTLE, AND BACK VIA HOWTON

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Overview

A circular walk out to Butterdon Hill and back with the option of climbing up to Cranbrook Castle (or not!). Rivers, Moors, Woods and quiet lanes with grand views.

Thursday, 22 January 2026

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 10.1km / 6.3mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

If you would like to join this walk, please notify the leader, preferably by email, so that they can inform you of any late changes to arrangements.

Starting point

Grid reference:: SX 75103 86053
Nearest postcode:: TQ13 8LG
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Start time:: 10:30 am

Court Street Carpark (fee paying)

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