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Alkham Valley rides

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Route Overview The riding routes comprise four loops linked together by an extensive linear route, providing a long distance ride of up to 21 miles. The routes are located close to Alkham, near Dover.


Distance - Full 21 miles / 33.6 km
Typical Time - Full 5 hours 30 minutes
Start Point Near Alkham
End Point Near Alkham


Type of Route: Circular
Route Features View
Accessibility / Facilities Begins near parking
Ends near parking
Terrain Bridle Ways
Public Byways
Roads


Route Description The Alkham Valley rides will allow you to explore, on horseback, the downland and woodland on the North Downs. The routes are located in the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Terrain Details The routes are mainly comprised of bridleways, byways and sections of quiet minor road.
Additional Info / Warnings To view a map of the routes, or for more information about riding in Kent visit www.kent.gov.uk/explorekent


Riding Permit Required No
Horse Box Parking Info Limited pay parking is available for horse boxes and trailers at Limes Farm, Pay Street in Hawkinge (Tel: 01303 892335). Some parking is also available in lay-bys on the Alkham Valley Road at Kearnsey (opposite Russell Gardens), Capel Street near West Hougham, Capel-le-Ferne and off Canterbury Road north of Hawkinge.
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