5 miles walk along 'Saxon Shore Way' & Upnor Castle on Medway river

About the walk:

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The circular walk follows the river Medway, passing Upnor castle before returning inland. Upnor villiage is a charming riverside village. Upnor Castle is part of English Heritage site, it sets in tranquil grounds and a rare example of an Elizabethan artillery fort dating back 1559. The admission for the castle is £5.50; for anyone who is the member of EH, it's free to entry; however for anyone travel by southeastern train on the day, it's 2 for 1 entry (see www.visitkentoffers.co.uk/2-for-1-offers/offer/?id=32)

Bring picnic for lunch break near Upnor castle, pub drink at the end by the river.

www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/upnor-castle/

Distance:

6 miles, allow 4 hours including break

Level:
Med, flat, no steep climbs, some on roads

How to get there:

By Car: Canal Road, STROOD, Kent, ME2 4DR

By Train: hourly high speed train leaves at London International St Pancras at 10:28am (35 mins journey). Normal return ticket is £18.20 GroupSave discount, where 3 or 4 adults can travel together off-peak for the price of 2 adults (must be purchased at a ticket office together) works out a lot cheaper. www.thetrainline.com

www.southeasternrailway.co.uk/tickets-and-fares/group-travel