Aylesford, Burham Marshes & Bluebell Hill loop — Kent Downs

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Tonbridge And Malling

Aylesford

Aylesford, Burham Marshes & Bluebell Hill loop — Kent Downs

Hard

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Aylesford, Burham Marshes & Bluebell Hill loop — Kent Downs

05:03

18.8km

230m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 8, 2024

Tips

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Kent Downs AONB

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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335 m

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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5.51 km

Burham Marshes Nature Reserve

Highlight • Trail

A tidal reedbed, Burham Marshes is a 27-acre (11 ha) nature reserve living along the River Medway between Snodland and Burham. There's a footpath that follows the curve of the …

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10.2 km

View of the Medway Valley from Wouldham Common

Highlight • Viewpoint

Set slightly off the main road (Hill Road) this view point has decent views of the area with a 'map board' highlighting points of viewing interest.

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12.1 km

Robin Hood

Highlight • Parking

Great little pub tucked away off Common Road. Serves hot and cold food, and variety of drinks (alcoholic and non alcoholic). Also has free car parking.

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13.4 km

Kent Air Ambulance Memorial, Bluebell Hill

Highlight • Monument

A commemoration to the Kent Air Ambulance crew who lost their lives in a crash at this site.

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15.0 km

Kit's Coty House Megalithic Tomb

Highlight • Monument

Located in a fantastic spot with excellent views of the Kent Downs AONB, these twin burial structures make for a fascinating pit stop on a hike in the area. The …

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18.8 km

End point

Parking

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