Sevenoaks

'Originally named for the Chart well on the property, the 800 acres of rolling farmland and woodland have been part of Chartwell since 1848 when the Colquhoun's owned the property. It wasn't until 1921 that the land was split into smaller lots at auction, with the house and 82 acres being bought in 1922 by one legendary statesman.'

National Trust

'Follow the banks of the River Eden and the River Medway and along delightful paths and lanes, through the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.'

Explore Kent

'Despite being only 25 miles from London, the Eden Valley is a tranquil gem of the English countryside, its acres of farmland broken by quiet country lanes, its hills swathed in woodland, all surrounding the quietly meandering River Eden.'

Edenbridge Town Council

'Edenbridge was established at a crossing point of the River Eden. The town trail follows the straight line left by the Romans on their London to Lewes route. The town appears first in 12th century church records, and archives show Henry III granted a charter for a weekly market in 1227. The River Eden crossing encouraged settlement and by the 13th century Edenbridge had a population of 300; by 1800 this had only risen to 850; but by 1850 it had expanded to 2,000, partly due to the arrival of one of the first railway lines in England in 1841 – the second being completed in the 1880s. Discover all this heritage and more on an enjoyable amble around the town and its historic buildings.'

Visit Edenbridge

'Here is the perfect high circular Kentish stroll through forest with views north and then over Greensand hills with views all round. Blazing the way, as though unexpected, are three great houses of immense but very contrasting character.' (A shorter option omits one of the houses, Fairlawne.)

Fancy Free Walks

'Woodland Walk (2 milles) ... Lullingstone Loop (4 miles) ... Discovery Trail (1.5 miles) ... Short Walks - including routes along the river path.'

Kent Country Parks

'Celebrate the life of Octavia Hill on a walk to the picturesque village of Ide Hill and her commemorative seat, passing Emmetts Garden on the way back ... Also download the Octavia Hill Centenary Trail West ... that can be done separately or together with the Centenary Trail East.'

National Trust

Member of the Ramblers - Kent Area Grouping

Held Early May.

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