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Surrey Heath Group

We are the Surrey Heath Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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 WALK IS PART OF THE SHR TUNBRIDGE WELLS GETAWAY WHICH IS FULLY BOOKED

This is a moderate 5.5 mile walk over the Ashdown Forest, mainly heathland, walking on parts of the Vanguard and Weald Ways. On a clear day ( fingers crossed) there should be some great views, especially if the sun is out, over the surrounding area. along with many benches along the route to enjoy the views from. You will also hear lots of bird song long the way. 

Monday, 23 March 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:15 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
156.1m / 512ft
Type:
circular

There are a couple of climbs amongst the undulating terrain. You may wish to take gaiters and poles, as the walk is muddy in places. There are no stiles, but there are a couple of roads to be crossed back and forth. No lunch is booked so your afternoon can be at your leisure

No Toilets or refreshments on route

Features

  • Car parking available
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 46759 31537
Nearest postcode:
TN7 4EU
what3words:
alienated.puddles.stall
Start time:
10:00 am

Gils Lap Car Park, Kidd's Hill. *It's a paid car park, (SUGGEST CAR SHARING) which can be paid in advance. £4 for 4 hours or £5 for the day. *To pay use Apps: Horizon, Just Park, Ringo or Your Parking Space. Location ID is 661122.

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