Aldington is a village in the Ashford District of Kent, England, characterized by its elevated position atop hills that provide expansive views over the Romney Marsh. The surrounding landscape features ancient woodlands, rolling hills, and historical waterways like the Royal Military Canal, offering a diverse natural setting. This varied terrain makes Aldington a suitable location for several outdoor sports, including hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
For those seeking things to do in Aldington, the region offers a variety of outdoor routes suitable for different interests and fitness levels. More than 10 routes are available across several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more. Hikers can explore footpaths along the Royal Military Canal, through ancient woodlands, and over rolling hills, with options ranging from easy paths to longer circuits overlooking Romney Marsh. Cyclists will find many routes featuring mostly paved surfaces, ideal for road and touring cycling, while some varied terrain also provides opportunities for gravel biking. To discover specific options, explore guides such as Hiking around Aldington, Road Cycling Routes around Aldington, and Gravel biking around Aldington. These routes have been enjoyed by more than 16,000 visitors, resulting in an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars.
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4.3
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Average rating
684
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3.5
(6)
27
hikers
3.73km
01:06
100m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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104
hikers
5.54km
01:35
130m
130m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

32
hikers
4.60km
01:12
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
riders
49.6km
03:46
700m
700m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.3
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riders
22.2km
01:48
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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riders
29.5km
01:54
280m
280m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
21.0km
01:10
20m
20m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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25
riders
37.5km
01:35
180m
180m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
59.8km
02:26
210m
210m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
30.6km
01:22
120m
120m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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32.2km
01:36
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
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21
riders
12.1km
00:53
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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18
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46.5km
02:44
190m
190m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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13
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
48.7km
03:06
470m
470m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12
riders
39.2km
02:52
530m
530m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
23.8km
01:40
330m
330m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
71.5km
04:18
650m
650m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
19.1km
01:17
230m
230m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
8.65km
00:54
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
10.8km
01:08
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
8.05km
00:51
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
10.5km
01:07
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Aldington offers diverse outdoor activities including hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The region features 18 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.53 stars from more than 16,000 visitors.
Yes, Aldington provides easy hiking options. An example is the "View of Lympne Castle – Royal Military Canal loop from Burmarsh," an easy 3.3-mile (5.3 km) path that is mostly flat. More options can be found in the Easy hikes around Aldington guide.
Popular hiking routes include the "Cosway Monument – St Rumwold's Church loop from Aldington," a moderate 6.1-mile (9.8 km) trail. Longer walks, up to 13.6 miles (21.9 km), take in higher ground overlooking Romney Marsh and sections of the Royal Military Canal Path. Explore more options in the Hiking around Aldington guide.
Aldington is well-suited for road and touring cyclists, with many routes featuring mostly paved surfaces. Examples include the "Lympne Hill – Unit Number One loop" from Lympne and the "Dymchurch Sea Wall – St Mary in the Marsh Church loop" from Mersham. Comprehensive guides are available for Road Cycling Routes around Aldington and Cycling around Aldington.
While extensive dedicated mountain biking trails are not prominently highlighted within Aldington itself, the presence of woodlands and varied terrain suggests opportunities for off-road cycling. Riders can explore potential routes in the MTB Trails around Aldington guide.
Aldington offers magnificent views over the Romney Marsh from its elevated position. Aldington Knoll is a local landmark with lush wooded slopes and historical significance. The Royal Military Canal also provides picturesque paths and historical context.
The region offers paths suitable for families, particularly easier, mostly flat routes like the 3.3-mile (5.3 km) "View of Lympne Castle – Royal Military Canal loop." The nearby Pilgrims' Way also offers quieter cycling routes suitable for families. Consult the Easy hikes around Aldington guide for more options.
Aldington's routes are popular among outdoor enthusiasts, having been explored by more than 16,000 visitors. The 18 available routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Aldington, including Hiking around Aldington, Road Cycling Routes around Aldington, MTB Trails around Aldington, and Gravel biking around Aldington. There are also guides for easy hikes, cycling, and running trails.
The Royal Military Canal is a significant historical feature in the Aldington area, originally built for defense. Sections of this canal provide picturesque paths suitable for both walking and cycling, offering insights into the region's past and scenic views.
Yes, the varied terrain around Aldington, including some unpaved segments on cycling routes and woodlands, provides opportunities for gravel biking. A dedicated guide, Gravel biking around Aldington, is available to help explore suitable routes.

