Overview:
The Wealdway is an 80-mile long-distance trail running from Gravesend on the Thames Estuary to the seaside town of Eastbourne, cutting through the heart of Kent and East Sussex.
Originally created to link the northern and southern edges of the Weald, it showcases the region’s natural beauty, historic landmarks, and varied geology. Some sections feel wonderfully remote, with streams, wildlife, and open fields all to yourself.
The trail has a mix of gentle paths and steeper stretches, with changing landscapes along the way — from riversides and farmland to dense woods and chalk ridges.
We’ll complete this trail over eight sections, walking through the seasons as we head from the Thames to the sea. Along the way you will see Ashdown Forest, Long Man of Wilmington, Trigs, Castles, Woodlands and more…
This listing is for each individual stage and you are welcome to join us for an many or few sections as you wish. However there is an alternative option to complete the trail in its entirety and receive a medal.
Route Details:
Stage 2: Trosley ➵ West Peckham
Leaving Trosley Country Park, we descend from the Downs through quiet woodland trails and Kent countryside passing Coldrum Long Barrow along the way. The path winds past the villages of Addington and Offham, with traditional oast houses and farmsteads dotting the landscape.
We will cross open fields and meadows before finishing in West Peckham, a quintessential Kent village surrounded by hop gardens and orchards, where we can celebrate with a refreshing drink at the local pub if you wish.
We will stop for various breaks and a lunch stop (please bring a picnic with you).
This is a linear route and we will be car sharing from the start and finish point on each section. This will be arranged via a WhatsApp group that will be in your confirmation email.
📅 Date: Saturday April 4th
🕙 Time: 10am
💷 Cost: £10 per person
⏳ Duration: Please allow 4–5 hours including breaks. The upper limit is a maximum.
📏 Distance: 9 miles / 14 km
📍 Location: Meeting at Trosley Country Park (full details in email received after booking). Finishing at West Peckham.
🗻 Terrain: Woodland, fields, and quiet lanes. Incline is 200m over the course of the day.
🍽 Food & Drink: Please ensure you have all food you will need and enough water for this walk. We’d recommend 2L.
🚻 Toilets: Limited facilities — please be prepared for nature breaks
🐕 Dogs: Well-behaved on-lead dogs are more than welcome to this event.
New or nervous to come solo?
We totally understand how you feel! In fact, around 80% of our members come to the group solo, and most of them make friends in no time at all. Our group is warm, welcoming, and supportive, and you’ll quickly find that everyone is open to chatting and getting to know each other. We have a wide variety of life experiences among us, so there’s always something to connect over. You’ll be at ease before you know it! Walking with us is not just about keeping active; it’s about making new friends and building a supportive community within nature. We can’t wait to welcome you!
⚠️ Please Read:
This walk includes uneven ground and woodland paths – sturdy footwear is essential.
Bring suitable clothing for the weather and plenty of food and water.
If you’re car sharing, please ensure your seat is confirmed in the WhatsApp group.
As always, we walk as a group and support each other – no one is left behind!
You may also like the following events from MJ Outdoor Adventures:
- Next Monday, 17th November, 10:00 am, *7 spaces*Womens Walking Group- Upnor Castle, Village & Riverside Walk (November) – Wellness Walk in Rochester
- Next Sunday, 23rd November, 10:00 am, *4 spaces* Womens Walking Group-The Haunted Path: Pluckley Village (November) - Wellness Walk in Ashford
- Next month, 13th December, 10:00 am, Greensand Way – Stage 12 – Singleton – Hamstreet 7.5 miles / 12.5km Guided Group Walk in Ashford
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