A historical walk from Matfield to Brenchley

Name: A historical walk from Matfield to Brenchley
Start: 2026-02-22T09:30:00+00:00
End: 2026-02-22T14:00:00+00:00
Location: Matfield Village Green

Schedule

Sun Feb 22 2026 at 09:30 am to 02:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Matfield Village Green | Tonbridge, EN

Explore the History of Tonbridge area
A quick intro
On 22 February, Ben will be leading a history walk in the Tonbridge area of Kent.
The walk will begin at the Green in the village of Matfield — a quaint and charming spot, awarded the title Kent Village of the Year in 2010.
Our footpath will take us over rivers and through open fields as we make our way to Brenchley, a village that gained historical significance through its close involvement in post-medieval ironmaking.
We will then return to Matfield through orchards and woodland, hearing stories from the area’s rich and varied history along the way.
The details
Schedule
Date: 22 February 2026
Meet and Start Time: 09:15 meet for 09:30 am start
Walking time: 4.5 hrs (incl. lunch break)
Walk Leader: Ben Crozier
Location
**Meeting point:**The Green, Maidstone Rd, Matfield, Tonbridge TN12 7JR
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Car Parking: Charges not included
Route
Terrain: Mixed
Distance: Approximately 13.1 km (7.5 miles)
Walk Type: Circular
Difficulty: Moderate
Your Kit List
Suitable footwear (preferably walking boots or sturdy shoes, no flip-flops)
A waterproof coat (and waterproof trousers, if you have them) for rainy days
Drinking water and a packed lunch
Personal medication (Let us know confidentially about any medical conditions)
Suitable walking attire
## Important Notes
We welcome friendly dogs on our walks, provided they remain on a lead at all times. The owner is fully responsible for their dog throughout the walk.
We take photos during our walks for promotional and training purposes. If you prefer not to be included, just let us know on the day.
Cancellation policy states: Full payment becomes due if a user cancels within 4 days of the activity. Any person cancelling outside of 4 days, will receive a credit available to use within 90 days. Cancel at least 4 days before the event to receive a credit note for a future walk, valid for 90 days.