SWC (Free) Walks
Walk 7 : Knockholt Circular
An enjoyable day out in the country within zone 6, thanks to those who campaigned for and legislated the Green Belt policy.
| Length |
Main walk: 18km (11.2 miles). 5 hours 30 minutes walking time. For the whole excursion including meals and trains, allow at least 8 hours 30 minutes. |
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| Maps |
OS Landranger Map 187 and 188 Explorer Map 147 |
| Toughness |
5 out of 10 |
| Features |
To be written. |
| Transport |
Trains go from London Charing Cross to Knockholt, journey time 40 minutes. Knockholt is within London Transport Zone 6, so a one-day travelcard is an option. |
| Saturday Walkers Club |
Take the train nearest to 10:10am from London Charing Cross. |
| Lunch |
The Queens Head High Street, Downe, BR6 7US (01689 852145). Food served noon – 2.30pm Mon – Fri; noon – 3.30pm Sat & Sun. Located 7.5 km from the start of the walk, this is the suggested lunch stop. The George & Dragon High Street, Downe, BR6 7UT (01689 889030). Food served – check times. Located 7.5 km from the start of the walk. |
| Tea |
Arthur’s Coffee Shop & Restaurant Coolings Nurseries, Rushmore Hill, TN14 7NN (01959 532269 / www.coolings.co.uk). Food served 9.30am – 4.30pm Mon - Sat (from 10am Sun). Located 2.5km from the end of the walk. The Crown Main Road, Knockholt, TN14 7LS (01959 532142) (Opposite side of the road to St. Katherine’s church, Knockholt.) Possible tea stop. The Rose and Crown Otford Lane, Halstead, TN14 7EA (01959 533120) Possible tea stop – 350 metres off route |
Walking Instructions
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- Download Walk (Updated: May-06)
