Tonbridge Ramblers – group walks
For full details see the link to Upcoming Walks at The Tonbridge & Malling Ramblers website 
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Our friendly group is one of 13 Ramblers groups in Kent and part of the national Ramblers walking organisation. We explore the beautiful countryside of Tonbridge and Malling and surrounding areas.
You don’t have to be a Ramblers member to try out a couple of walks with us, to help you decide if you’d like to join. Advance booking is not required; you can just turn up on the day. If you are new to our walks, it’s a good idea to contact the walk leader beforehand to check that their walk will suit you. Always check our website for latest details, including any late changes due to weather or other conditions.
We look forward to welcoming you on a walk soon!
January Walks
Sunday 5 January – Platt Woods, fields and lanes, starting with a climb to Platt Woods and sections of the Wealdway. Open farmland views of the North Downs and the ‘Grey Ladies’ oast houses. After Crouch and Claygate Cross, walk down Plough Hill to Basted Mill, returning via a steep bridleway. Moderate difficulty. (5 miles)
Thursday 9 January – Chiddingstone circular walk – fairly flat with good countryside views. Woodland, fields and lanes and part of the walk passes through the grounds of Hever Castle.
Moderate difficulty. (5.8 miles)
Sunday 12 January – Two sides of the North Downs with views over the Weald and the City. Walk through beech woods, open pasture and across a Roman Road. Good footing along both sides of the North Downs between the highest points at Botley Hill and Betsom Hill. One or two short climbs. Moderate difficulty. (5.6 miles)
Sunday 19 January – A leisurely winter walk that encircles Weald village. It is ideal for winter as it includes many tracks, with some hills, fields and stiles. The Greensand Way section provides good views over the surrounding countryside. (4 miles)
Sunday 26 January – Circular walk from Shipbourne to Ighham Mote with a climb up the Greensand Ridge for views south from Wilmot Hill. Follow the Greensand Way past Ightham Mote to return through the Fairlawne estate. Moderate difficulty. (5 miles)
Walks usually start mid-morning. There’s a short break half-way through the walk (bring refreshments) and we usually finish near a pub. For start times and walk leader contacts, see the Upcoming Walks link at The Tonbridge & Malling Ramblers website , view our Facebook page or email info@tonbridgeandmallingramblers.org.uk.