Walk 24: Trainspotting
Description: A hybrid walk that combines the history and architecture of suburban Tonbridge with the splendours of Haysden Country Park.
Length: 3.33 miles /5.33 km (approximately 1-2 hours)
Grade: Not too tough
Good for: Local history
Walk 23: The Paper Trail
Description: A short but challenging circular walk from Dunks Green to the edge of Mereworth woods. The route features countless orchards, beautiful views and sleepy country lanes.
Length: 4 miles /6.47 km (approximately 2 hours)
Grade: A little challenging
Good for: A walk for all seasons
Walk 22: The Trinity
Description: A long but beautiful circular walk taking in a trio of unique churches and three country pubs. There’s a variety of incredible scenery, including woodland, meadows, orchards and epic views.
Length: 7.2 miles / 11.54 km (approximately 3 hours, longer if stopping at the churches and pubs en-route)
Grade: A little challenging
Good for: Quirky churches and a long pub walk.
Walk 21: The Milk Train
Description: A gorgeous circular pub walk from Leigh to The Greyhound at Charcott, returning via the Penshurst estate. The walk features millions of bluebells, a bizarre shoe tree and a secretive nuclear bunker.
Length: 5.5 miles / 8.89 km (approximately 2-3 hours, longer if stopping at The Greyhound en-route)
Grade: Leisurely
Good for: Bluebells and cold war history
Walk 15: The Castle On The Hill
Description: A circular walk to the picture-perfect Tudor village of Chiddingstone, including a visit to the mythical Chiding Stone, spectacular hilltop views and the opportunity to explore the curious castle.
Length: 4.06 miles / 6.5 km (approximately 2 hours, longer if visiting Chiddingstone Castle and the village)
Grade: Leisurely
Good for: Tudor history and rural tranquillity
Walk 14: The Sloe Road
Description: A ramble around the hedgerows, shaws and woodland tolls that stitch together the countryside around North Tonbridge and Hildenborough.
Length: 4.3 miles / 7.4 km (approximately 2 hours)
Grade: Leisurely
Good for: Autumnal colour and foraging.
Walk 13: The Ascension
Description: A solid circular walk that begins on the outskirts of Haysden Country Park and ascends to the lofty heights of beautiful Bidborough.
Length: 4.6 miles / 7.5 km (approximately 2 hours, longer if stopping at The Kentish Hare)
Grade: A little challenging
Good for: Heavenly views and formidable climbs
Walk 7: The Long Way Home
Description: A long scenic walk that takes you from North Tonbridge up to the pretty village of Shipbourne and back via copious amounts of woodland and majestic views.
Length: 7.6 miles / 12.2 kilometres (approximately 3-4 hours), longer if stopping at The Chaser.
Grade: A little challenging
Good for: Woods. Lots and lots of woods.
Walk 6: The ‘Darling Buds’
Description: A circular pub walk starting from The Carpenters Arms featuring gentle countryside and traditional Kent life. There is also the option to begin this walk from North Tonbridge.
Length: 4 miles / 4.75 miles from St Andrews (approximately 2-2.5 hours, longer if stopping at The Bell or The Carpenters)
Grade: Leisurely
Good for: A summery walk
Walk 4: Orchards And River Song
Description: A relaxed circular walk that takes you from the edge of Tonbridge, deep into the garden of England before returning you back to town via the river. There’s an optional stop for a pub lunch en-route.
Length: 5.5 miles / 8.8km (approximately 2-3 hours, longer if stopping for lunch at The Poacher and Partridge)
Grade: Leisurely
Good for: Beautiful countryside
Walk 3: The Goldsmid Trail
Description: A beautiful walk taking in the grandeur of Somerhill House, the famous Chagall stained glass windows at Tudeley and some gorgeous countryside.
Length: 4 miles / 6.4 km (approximately 2-3 hours, longer if stopping to appreciate All Saints church)
Grade: Leisurely
Good for: Local History
Walk 2: We’re Going On A Bear Hunt
Description: Climb hills, stumble trip through the woods and splish-splash through the streams on this family friendly adventure.
Length: 2 miles / 3 km (approximately 1 hour, allow extra for play time)
Grade: Not too tough
Good for: A short scenic nature walk for all ages
Walk 1: To The Viaduct
Description: A hilly walk that takes you from South Tonbridge to a curiously ‘grammable’ grade II listed viaduct tucked away in the pocket of countryside between Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells.
Length: 4.1 miles / 6.6 km (2-3 hours, longer if stopping to explore the viaduct)
Grade: A little challenging12
Good for: Big views and woodland trails