A Ramblers group with walks of about 4 - 6 miles. We explore the beautiful Kent countryside from within the Tonbridge and Malling area and, occasionally, further afield.
A circular walk from Upper Halling with lovely views over the Medway valley including the Medway bridge and Rochester Castle. Taking in a section of the North Downs Way. Passing Dode Church (now deconsecrated), a tiny Norman building. The village of Dode was wiped out by the Black Death in 1349. There should be some lovely autumn colours in the woodland areas.
Some very steep climbs and descents, a few stiles, quiet lanes, rough tracks. Walking poles useful. Bring your own refreshments for the nibble break.
Please arrive 10 mins early to sign in and hear the walk briefing.
After the walk, there will be an opportunity to visit the Moot Brew Co where there is a taproom brewery and a café, also a Farm Shop (Court Farm Butchery and Country Larder).
From the A228 Turn right at the roundabout and approach Halling from north on the A228 (signposted Halling and Upper Halling). After 400m turn right at Vicarage Road to go over the bridge over the A228. Later this becomes The Street. At the junction with Pilgrims Road, go straight ahead up a track to Court Farm. Parking is on the left. Court Farm Butchery and Food is signposted on blackboards from the Vicarage Road junction.
