Historic Houses, Lavender Fields, Knole Deer Park and Greensand Way Hike
About this Event
🥾Hike Details
• Distance: 16 km
• Hiking Time: Approx. 5-6 hours
• Grade: Easy/Moderate
• Ascent: 290 m
• Pace: Steady with breaks for lunch and photos
• Cost: £31 per person (includes guided Hike & return train tickets)
👣 Hike Description
Escape the city and join us for a rewarding summer hike through some of Kent’s most picturesque countryside. This route combines historic landmarks, peaceful woodland trails, rolling farmland, and breathtaking views across the Kent Downs.
Starting in Sevenoaks, we begin by walking through the famous deer park surrounding Knole House. The expansive parkland is home to hundreds of free-roaming deer and offers a wonderful mix of open landscapes and ancient trees. During summer, the park is at its most vibrant, with lush greenery stretching across the estate.
Leaving Knole behind, we continue through quiet fields and woodland paths, following scenic trails through the heart of the Kent countryside. Along the way, we'll pass through areas of traditional coppiced woodland before arriving at the magnificent Ightham Mote. This rare moated manor house, dating back nearly seven centuries, is one of the most impressive historic buildings in southeast England.
From here, the route joins one of the finest sections of the Greensand Way. The trail gradually climbs the Kent Downs escarpment, revealing increasingly impressive views across the Weald. On clear summer days, the panoramic vistas extend for miles, making this one of the most rewarding viewpoints in the region.
Our route eventually returns through Knole Park and Knole House(mid-15th century), offering a final chance to enjoy the parkland and observe the resident deer before finishing the hike.
🌟Highlights:
• Knole House deer park
• Lavender fields in bloom
• Ightham Mote 14th-century moated manor house
• Spectacular Greensand Way views
• Woodland and countryside trails
• Great photography opportunities
📍⏰Meeting Point & Time
Location: London Bridge Rail Station next to main ticket office
Depart: Meet us 09:30 am, we leave 09:50 am for 10:05 am train
Return: 05:52 pm Back in London (commitment required until then).
Your guide: Raj – local trail expert and experienced group leader
On-the-day contact: 07788 839784 (available on hike day only)
🎒What to Bring
- Sturdy hiking boots
- Water & packed lunch/snacks
- Weather-appropriate clothing (layers, windbreaker)
- Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
- Optional: camera, walking poles
What not included: Food and drinks, personal insurance, and any personal expenses.
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Agenda
🕑: 09:30 AM - 06:00 PM
⏰Meeting Point & Time
Host: Raj
Info: Location: London Bridge Rail Station next to main ticket office
Depart: Meet us 09:30 am, we leave 09:50 am for 10:05 am train
Return: 05:52 pm Back in London (commitment required until then).
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 34.29
