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Walks in Kent - Sutton Valence

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Route Overview

This walk starts at Sutton Valence and joins the Greensand Way, heading to the nearby villages of East Sutton and Ulcombe before returning through fields offering some fine views. Along the way is the Norman Church in East Sutton that dates from the 14th century. As you near the end of the walk you pass Sutton Valence Castle. All that remains are the ruins of the12th-century stone keep, but there are wonderful panoramic views over the Weald from the site.

Distance - Full

5.2 miles / 8.32 km

Distance - Short

5.2 miles / 8.32 km

Typical Time - Full

3 hours

Typical Time - Short

3 hours

Start Point

Near The Swan pub

End Point

Near The Swan pub

Start point grid reference

TQ814492

End point grid reference

TQ814492

Type of Route:

Circular

Level of walk:

Leisurely

Route Features

Accessibility / Facilities

Begins near bus route
Begins near parking
Begins near pub
Ends near bus route
Ends near parking
Ends near pub

Terrain

Fields
PROW (Public Right Of Way)
Roads

Route Description

1. From parking walk ahead on the cobbled footpath past The Swan Pub and the Post Office (beware of right hand drop to road). Continue on the path past some houses on your right. Take care walking along the road. 2. On reaching crossroads continue straight on and follow the Greensand Way footpath sign across field. 3. Continue along field boundary and cross track. Keeping house to your right, head across field towards road. Follow Greensand Way signs along road (Church Lane). Pass a church on your right as you enter East Sutton. 4. At crossroads, continue straight on, pass over stile and continue along edge of field, still following the Greensand Way. Pass through gate and continue with apple orchard to your right. Pass through 2 more gates as you head towards the road. Take care crossing road. 5. Pass through gate and turn left following Greensand Way, pass Morry Barn on the left. 6. Turn right off road to follow Greensand Way sign and continue along path to the side of field. There are good views on the right. Pass through gap and continue along left edge of field, passing Church Farm on your left. Bear right past All Saints church car park as you approach the road ahead. 7. Leaving the Greensand Way, turn right to follow the road (Ulcombe Hill) downhill. Enter the village of Ulcombe and pass The Harrow Inn pub on the right. 8. Turn right to follow the footpath sign in front of the school, across a stream and along left edge of field. Continue up a slight hill, through gap and down towards road. 9. Cross road and follow footpath sign over stile and across field. Go over another stile, cross stream and continue towards the road. 10. Cross road following footpath sign over stile. Go through gate and continue ahead across field. Cross stream, go through gate and head across field to stile and follow path through woods. 11. Follow path through woods. Cross over stile and stream as you exit woods and follow field edge crossing over another stile as you head towards the road. 12. Cross stile and turn left to follow road. A short distance on, turn right to follow footpath sign. Pass lake on left and go through gap. Follow path along edge of field and up slight slope. Cross over stile to continue on path towards road. 13. Cross stile and turn right to follow road. After a short distance turn left to follow the bridleway. Pass house and continue on surfaced road. Take care walking along the road. 14. Continue along road and bear left, passing ruins of a castle on the right. 15. After a short distance you reach Sutton Valence village. Take the first road turning on the right to take you back to the Post Office where you started.

Terrain Details

Field paths. Some moderate slopes.

Additional Info / Warnings

Stiles: 7 Gates: 5 A photo guide for this route is available from www.kent.gov.uk/explorekent

Access Info / Public Transport

Road Map: Multimap website www.multimap.com. Search for “Sutton Valence”. By Car: Sutton Valence is just off the A274 between Maidstone and Headcorn. Parking: Limited parking is available in Sutton Valence. Please park with consideration to other road users. Train: Nearest station: Headcorn (4 miles). National Rail Enquiries: 08457 484950 Bus: 12 (Maidstone – Headcorn). Hourly Mon-Sat. 2 hourly Sun. Traveline: 0870 6082608

Services / Amenities

Toilets: None on route. Refreshments: Shops and pubs in Sutton Valence.

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