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Edenbridge - Hever - Chiddingstone
| Route Overview | A linear walk of just over 6 miles following the route of the Eden Valley walk along the attractive River Eden. The walk starts just off Edenbridge Highstreet, and ends at Chiddingstone. | ||||||
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| Distance - Full | 6.5 miles / 10.4 km | ||||||
| Typical Time - Full | 3 hours | ||||||
| Start Point | Market Yard Carpark, Edenbridge | ||||||
| End Point | The Castle Inn, Chidddingstone | ||||||
| Start point grid reference | TQ 444 468 | End point grid reference | TQ 495 455 | ||||
| Type of Route: | Linear | Level of walk: | Moderate | ||||
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| Accessibility / Facilities |
Begins near bus route Begins near parking Begins near pub Begins near toilets Begins near train station Ends near bus route Ends near parking Ends near pub Pub enroute Suitable for Dogs |
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| Terrain |
Bridle Ways Fields Muddy Tracks PROW (Public Right Of Way) Public Byways Roads |
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| Route Description | This linear walk continues the route of the Eden Valley Walk from Edenbridge, passing through fields and along the banks of the river to the small village of Hever. Passing close to St Peters church and the grounds of Hever Castle, the walk then continues onto the village of Chiddingstone, with its eclectic castle and historic buildings. Can be combined with other walks in the series to cover the rest of the route of the Eden Valley Walk. | ||||||
| Terrain Details | A moderatley easy route on mostly flat terrain. Part of the route lies along the river bank and can flood, or at least be very muddy at times. | ||||||
| Additional Info / Warnings | There are 9 stiles on this route. This is one of a series of walks available from the Eden Valley Kent website at the link below. Alternatively contact the Visitor Information point in Edenbridge on: 01732 865368 | ||||||
| Access Info / Public Transport | Parking is available in the Market Place Car Park at the start of the walk, there are also other parking facilities around Edenbridge. Edenbridge has good bus and train connections. Call Traveline on: 0871 800 22 33 or National Rail Enquiries on: 08457 484950. There is limited public transport options to return from Chiddingstone, however you can either return part of the way to Hever station or continue onto stations at Penshurst or Leigh. Alternatively visit the Eden Valley website at the link below for more information. | ||||||
| Services / Amenities | The walk can be broken halfway with a stop at the King Henry VIII pub in Hever. Chiddingstone where the walk ends has a pub, tea rooms, and village shop. Edenbridge itself has a variety of pubs, places to eat, toilets, and shops. | ||||||
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| More info | Eden Valley Kent | ||||||
