21km Medway Valley - a journey through rural scenes and historical gems

📏 Key Info:
• Distance: 13 miles (21km)
• Grading: Intermediate
• Ascent: 240m
• Hiking time: 5.5 to 6 hours
• Cost: £30 plus Eventbrite fee they charge including the guided hike and return train travel, click “Get Tickets” to join.
• Payments are refundable upto 7 days in advance, after that they are non refundable and non transferrable.
• Toilet Breaks: On the train, at the lunch stop, and at the end pub
📍 Meeting Point
• Location: Charing Cross station. Meet in front of the ticket office - MAP
• Time: Meet 9am, leave 9:20am for the 9:34am train
• Return: 7:21pm arrival back in London (you’re committed until then)
🌟 Highlights
• Climb to the top of Gibbs Hill for sweeping views across the valley
• Cross Twyford Bridge — the oldest surviving medieval bridge in Kent
• Visit Yalding, a historic village where three rivers meet
• Hike through ancient woodlands, a deer park and past historic Roydon Hall
• Follow the tranquil towpath of the River Medway
• See the old mill site at Brattle Mill and cross the Wateringbury Stream
• Visit the picturesque village of Wateringbury with its riverside charm
• Lunch stop at Teston Country Park, with public toilets and riverside meadows
🥾 Hike Description
Our adventure begins along the banks of the River Medway before gradually climbing toward the ridge. The path leads us through serene ancient woodland, across a deer park and past Roydon Hall, an historic country house with centuries of history. Emerging onto Gibbs Hill, we are rewarded with superb panoramic views stretching across the Kent countryside.
From the summit, we descend to the hamlet of Pizien Well and continue across the Wateringbury Stream. The trail then takes us to Brattle Mill, a historic site once powered by the flowing waters, before continuing on through open fields and the charming village of Wateringbury with its riverside heritage.
We pause at Teston Country Park for lunch, a beautiful riverside setting with meadows, picnic areas and the convenience of public toilets. It’s an ideal place to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings before continuing our journey.
The return route follows the River Medway towpath, a tranquil and scenic stretch lined with willows, old bridges and abundant birdlife. We finish the day with the sense of having explored some of Kent’s most enchanting hidden corners.
🧭 Guide:
• Leader: KEVIN
• Contact (hike day only): 07918 329854
🍽️ Food:
• Bring a packed lunch
• Pub visit after the hike (drinks optional)
🎒What to Bring
• Hiking boots/shoes
• Water (2 litres minimum)
• Packed lunch
• Waterproofs (jacket and trousers)
• Hat and gloves if cold
• Train tickets are arranged – just meet us at the meeting point
⚠️ Safety
Your guide is a trained hike leader and Outdoor Activity First Aider
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