Detling to The White Horse Stone Walk

Name: Detling to The White Horse Stone Walk
Start: 2026-03-11T10:15:00+00:00
End: 2026-03-11T14:15:00+00:00
Location: Detling Village Hall

Schedule

Wed Mar 11 2026 at 10:15 am to 02:15 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Detling Village Hall | Maidstone, EN

On the 11th of March we will be strolling from the village of Detling along the ancient tracks of the North Downs to the mysterious White Horse Stone, returning via the historic Pilgrims Way and Boxley.
The walk will start in Detling village, where parking is available nearby. From here we will join the North Downs Way, climbing steadily onto the chalk downs with wide views across the Kent countryside.
We will follow this ancient route eastwards, passing through open downland and woodland before reaching the White Horse Stone, a site steeped in legend and long associated with early travellers, pilgrims and ancient rites.
From the stone we will descend to join the Pilgrims Way, tracing the footsteps of medieval pilgrims on their journey to Canterbury. Our route will take us through the village of Boxley, with its historic abbey site and tranquil setting, before continuing back towards Detling.
## the details
### Schedule
Date: 11 March 2025
Cost: £7
Meet and Start Time: 10:00 meet for 10:15 am start
Walking time: 4.5 hrs (incl. lunch break)
Walk Leader: Ian Henderson
### Location
Meeting point: Detling Village Hall, Pilgrims Way, Detling, Maidstone ME14 3EY
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Car Parking: Charges not included -There is an on-street parking, please do not park at the village hall car park as we don’t have permission to park there.
### Route
Terrain: One steep incline
Distance: Approximately 11.8 km (7.3 miles)
Walk Type: Circular
## 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.