🌳 FREE HIKE – Panoramic Kent Views: Knole Park & North Downs
Details
Time to have some panoramic views of Kent. We will be meeting outside the Sevenoaks Train Station at 10:15 am and will head towards Knole Park.
Parking options:
Postcode TN13 1DP and more details here:
https://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/directory/1/car_parking_locations_and_charges/category/128
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### 🚶♂️ The Hike
An approx. 13–15 miles hike through the beautiful landscape of Knole Park, just a short stroll from Sevenoaks town centre.
Knole Historic Deer Park, at Sevenoaks, straddles the Greensand Way and is the perfect place for walkers of all ages to enjoy long views across the North Downs. From here, you can also appreciate the changes of the seasons and wildlife amid historic trees and grasslands.
The hike leads you through open countryside and woodland to reach Ightham Mote and Fairlawne Estate — two estates with intriguing histories—a lovely hike through the beautiful rolling Kent countryside.
The walk follows mainly field and woodland tracks, with a couple of short sections of quiet country lanes (no pavements).
There are a few steady climbs and descents along the way.
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### 👀 Things to Look For
- Deer
- Birds, including parakeets
- Ice house
- Kentish ragstone
- Sweet chestnuts
- Panoramic views of the North Downs
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### ⏱️ Pace & Finish
The hike will be at a moderate pace and is expected to finish by 6:00 p.m.
We can go to a pub when we finish.
There will be some hills.
Please make sure to:
- Wear hiking boots/shoes
- Carry at least 1 litre of water
- Bring a packed lunch
- Wear warm layers
- Carry a torch!
The hike is completely free.
You need good hiking shoes, a packed lunch, and a good spirit.
This can be a moderate hike at a medium pace.
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### ⚠️ Important Notes
- Participants are expected to stay with or behind the hike leader and not go ahead, as this is important to maintain the pace of the group and allow people behind to catch up.
- You are responsible for your own safety and for ensuring your actions do not harm people, animals, or the environment.
- This is a wholly voluntary activity. No service, risk, or liability is inferred or accepted.
- Please be respectful to fellow walkers.
Please make sure to read the About Us section of the group before signing up:
https://www.meetup.com/free-hiking-outdoor-fitness-and-social-activities
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### 📱 Contact
If any issues, please send me a message / WhatsApp on
07830 374 629