Rochester Cathedral – View of Aylesford Stone Bridge loop from Kemsley

Rochester Cathedral – View of Aylesford Stone Bridge loop from Kemsley

Moderate

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Rochester Cathedral – View of Aylesford Stone Bridge loop from Kemsley

03:20

72.5km

670m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 32.6 km for 102 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

18.7 km

Cave Entrance

20.9 km

View of Rochester Castle and Cathedral from Castle Hill

Highlight • Historical Site

Rochester is a great town for sightseeing and cafe stops, a must visit on a ride from London to Kent (or back). Castle Hill is one of the highlights, with a great view of the castle and the cathedral.

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21.0 km

Rochester Cathedral

Highlight • Monument

Rochester Cathedral was founded in 604 AD and is the second oldest cathedral in England, after Canterbury Cathedral. The building you see today broadly dates from the 11th century. Inside, …

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24.0 km

Burham Road Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Great climb, normally quite Lane and great views of the river Medway at the top.

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32.7 km

View of Aylesford Stone Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

You cycle over a modern bridge but if you have the time, stop and see the views of the old stone bridge at Aylesford

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36.2 km

Cuckoo Wood

Forest

40.0 km

Vineyard Near Boxley

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lovely stretch of road with vineyard hairpins - like being in the south of France

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45.6 km

Long Lane Wood

Forest

46.9 km

Warren Lane Bluebell Forest

Highlight (Segment) • Natural Monument

Nice gentle short climb up to the bridge over the M2. Road is broken and potholed in places, and loose gravel does tend to collect in the centre. Be cautious …

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