Strolling Around Eynsford and the River Darent - Kent
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This must rate as one of the most scenic walks in Kent, starting in the picturesque village of Eynsford which lies on the River Darent. Eynsford has won the Best Kept Village award and the South East in Bloom competition five times.
We walk along the most scenic of tracks above the equally attractive village of Shoreham and descend to reach its streets.
We follow the River Darent for most of the way back to Eynsford, passing or visiting The Hop Shop, a farm shop in a lovely setting beside the river.
Next en route we pass Lullingstone Castle, further on we come to Lullingstone Roman Villa, recognised as one of the most exciting archaelogical finds of the century and run by English Heritage.
As we return back to the start you can see the Ford which is still in use today and then there's just time for a pub stop!
https://explore.osmaps.com/route/14759052/ODL-castles-walk
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What to bring
Layered clothing, walking shoes and lunch
Food & drink
The plan is to stop for a packed lunch en route or there is a cafeteria at the Lullingstone Park Visitors' Centre where you could pick up a sandwich and a drink.
For those not rushing off we can enjoy a drink at one of the pubs in the village at the end of the walk.