Sheldwich to Badlesmere Circular Walk
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## 🥾 Guided Walk: Sheldwich to Badlesmere and Beyond
### 🌿 A Quick Intro
On this walk we will explore the peaceful countryside between the villages of Sheldwich and Badlesmere, following quiet paths through open fields and pockets of woodland in a tranquil corner of rural Kent.
We will follow a series of historic field paths and woodland tracks, passing through a landscape shaped by centuries of farming and woodland management. The contrast between open countryside and shaded woodland makes for varied and rewarding walking throughout the route.
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### 📅 Schedule
- Date: Wednesday 8 April 2026
- Meet Time: 10:00 ⏰
- Start Time: 10:15
- Walking Time: Approx. 3.5 hours (including a lunch break 🥪)
- Walk Leader: Ian Henderson
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### 📍 Location
- Meeting Point: St. James’ Church, Sheldwich, ME13 0PA ⛪
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- Car Parking: Available nearby (charges not included). A small donation to the church is advisable.
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### 🥾 Route Information
- Distance: Approx. 10 km / 6 miles
- Terrain: Mixed (field paths, tracks, woodland)
- Walk Type: Circular 🔄
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### 🎒 Your Kit List
- Suitable footwear (walking boots or sturdy shoes — no flip-flops 👟)
- Waterproof coat (and waterproof trousers if you have them ☔)
- Drinking water and a packed lunch 🥤🥪
- Personal medication (please let us know confidentially about any medical conditions 💊)
- Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing
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### 🐕 Important Notes
- Friendly dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead at all times. Owners are fully responsible for their dogs.
- Photos may be taken during the walk for promotional and training purposes 📸. If you’d prefer not to be included, please let us know on the day.
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### ❗ Cancellation Policy
- Full payment is due if you cancel within 4 days of the activity
- If you cancel more than 4 days before the event, you’ll receive a credit note valid for 90 days, usable for a future walk 🔄