Borough Green to Sevenoaks (10 miles/Moderate)
Details
Metropolitan Walkers is part of the Ramblers, Britain's walking charity. All welcome for 3 'taster' walks, after which please join the Ramblers - info on the Met Walkers website
This lovely walk passes Ightham Mote and the dramatic and very large Knole Palace (both National Trust). The palace is set in a pretty deer park.
The walk starts in Borough Green, and goes south through woods and along streams to the old village of Plaxtol with its Cromwellian church. Then through the park of Fairlawne House to Ightham Mote, a beautiful moated medieval manor. Refreshments and toilets will be available at lunch time, but please bring a packed lunch.
Travel: Take 09:55 from London Victoria, arriving Borough Green & Wrotham 10:55. This train does not call at Clapham Junction. Buy a return to Borough Green and Wrotham; a single may be required from Sevenoaks to Otford for the return journey.
Please exit the North side of the station; car park and Co-op should be visible for reference; look for the walking group. Please be mindful when gathering not to block other pedestrians using the station.
Grading: Moderate.
For an explanation of the gradings, please see the FAQ - please consider both the length and grade when choosing a walk.
Finish point: Sevenoaks Station
More info: https://www.ramblers.org.uk/go-walking/group-walks/borough-green-sevenoaks-8