Starting from Red Lion car park Charing Heath TN27 0AU

Maidstone Group

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Overview

Hurst Wood sandpits - Booking Not Required Assistance Dogs Only. Lunch Stop at Red Lion Charing Heath, Food Available Please book your own lunch at pub: 01233 714949. Mainly flat

Wednesday, 8 October 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.maidstoneramblers.org.uk/walks

Starting point

Grid reference:: TQ 92900 49201
Nearest postcode:: TN27 0AU
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Red Lion car park Charing Heath TN27 0AU

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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
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