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Tonbridge & Malling Ramblers – group walks

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For full details see the link to Upcoming Walks at The Tonbridge & Malling Ramblers website

Our friendly group is one of 13 Ramblers groups in Kent and part of the national Ramblers walking organisation. We explore the beautiful countryside of Tonbridge and Malling and surrounding areas.

You don’t have to be a Ramblers member to try out a couple of walks with us, to help you decide if you’d like to join. Advance booking is not required; you can just turn up on the day. If you are new to our walks, it’s a good idea to contact the walk leader beforehand to check that their walk will suit you. Always check our website for latest details, including any late changes due to weather or other conditions.

We look forward to welcoming you on a walk soon!

September Walks

Wednesday 25 September – Circular Medway Valley walk from Yalding to Teston; moderate difficulty. (5.5 miles)

October Walks

Thursday 3 October – Leisurely walk along the Greensand Way from Linton church taking in the deer park, goat sanctuary, orchards and some lovely views of the Kent countryside. A few stiles and a little quiet lane walking, but most of the walk is on easy tracks. There is a gentle climb with a short steep stretch towards the end. (6.6 miles)

Sunday 6 October – A mainly flat circular walk to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Kent Ramblers. Walk from East Malling through Oaken Wood towards Teston, returning via East Malling Heath. Mix of footpaths and some lane walking. Moderate difficulty. (6 miles)

Wednesday 9 October – Rural walk from Upper Halling through meadows, quiet woodland paths and some rough tracks. Steep ascent to the North Downs Way; long flat section along the North Downs Way; drop down to the Lost Village of Dode. Brief stop at Dode Church before a gradual ascent to Holly Hill with views of the Medway Valley, Medway Bridge, Rochester Castle and cathedral spire. Seven stiles; three steep climbs and descents; moderate difficulty. (5 miles)

Saturday 12 October – Borough Green Circular all-day walk via the Bourne Valley, Basted Mill, Old Soars Manor and Dunks Green. Picnic lunch at Shipbourne Common. Return through the Fairlawne Estate and orchards. Footpaths and some quiet lane walking. Good views. Moderate pace. (12 miles)

Thursday 17 October – Westerham to Limpsfield Chart via Crockham Hill. Steady climb for a view of the North Downs; then into the woods towards Limpsfield Chart; return via Squerryes Court. Moderate difficulty. (6 miles)

Sunday 20 October – Ryarsh Rumble: fairly flat walk from Ryarsh to West Malling accompanied briefly by the rumble of the M20! Don’t let this put you off this walk through the countryside. Moderate difficulty. (5 miles)

Sunday 27 October – Get your eyes fixed when we pass Cataract Cottage on this gentle flat walk around the fields and lanes to the north of Tonbridge. ©James Pavlou / Walk Tonbridge 2020. (5 miles)

Walks usually start mid-morning. There’s a short break half-way through the walk (bring refreshments) and we usually finish near a pub. For start times and walk leader contacts, see the Upcoming Walks link at The Tonbridge & Malling Ramblers website opens in a new window, view our Facebook page or email info@tonbridgeandmallingramblers.org.uk.