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Overview

Sparrows Den Corkscrew Hill West Wickham or roads opposite. Fairly level walk. Ponds and lake
Thursday, 29 January 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 38700 65201
Nearest postcode:
BR4 9BB
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Start time:
10:00 am

Sparrows Den Car Park

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