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Overview

A circular walk starting from Knockholt around the edge of the Chevening estate on the morning of the Chevening Open Gardens. There is an early look through the 'Knockholt Keyhole' before heading along the North Down Way and then down and around the Chevening estate. There will be a mid morning stop at the Eat N Mess cafe before returning up the hill to Knockholt. 

Sunday, 6 July 2025
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
200m / 656ft
Type:
circular

The Chevening estate holds an Open Gardens afternoon once a year and the walk will end around 1.30pm to allow time for anyone wanting to go to arrive at the opening time of 2pm.  This is a unique opportunity to see behind the scenes of the official residence of the Foreign Secretary and enjoy the formal gardens, lake and maze. Tickets have to be booked in advance and are £12 each.  

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 48005 59404
Nearest postcode:
TN14 7LE
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tries.melon.hulk
Start time:
9:30 am

Knockholt Lawn Club Car Park, Ivy Lane, Knockholt

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