Tonbridge to Penshurst Walk – River Medway, Lakes & Historic Kent – 18 km - Sat 16 Oct 2027
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A varied full-day point-to-point hike from Tonbridge to Penshurst through the Eden Valley, combining rivers, lakes, ancient woodland, quiet countryside and the historic setting of Penshurst Place.
The route
The hike starts at Tonbridge Station. From there we head towards the River Medway and continue through the attractive landscapes of Haysden Country Park .
The route continues through quiet countryside and ancient woodland towards Penshurst Place , one of Kent’s most impressive medieval manor houses and historically associated with Henry VIII.
We then continue through the Eden Valley countryside, following rural paths and rolling Kent scenery before finishing at Penshurst Station.
Route highlights
- Tonbridge Castle and the historic market town.
- River Medway and attractive waterside paths.
- Haysden Country Park with lakes, woodland and open meadows.
- Penshurst Place , a historic medieval manor linked to Henry VIII.
- Eden Valley countryside and ancient woodland.
- Quiet rural paths, lakes and gently rolling Kent scenery.
Walk details
Meeting details
The outward train journey is from London Charing Cross to Tonbridge. The hike starts at Tonbridge Station and finishes at Penshurst Station. The return journey to London begins from Penshurst Station. Train times should always be checked again shortly before the event..
A varied point-to-point journey through Kent combining history, rivers, lakes, woodland and countryside, starting in Tonbridge and finishing in Penshurst.