White Horse Wood walk

This is a walk of approximately 11.5 miles, starting from the "Cock Horse Inn" public house, which sits in the the village of Detling. It is a fine hike, with lots of interest along the way, but with several ups & downs throughout, you are in for an energetic day out.

There could be some slippery sections, especially in the some stages on the muddy/chalky parts in  the Country Park, so walking poles might be useful.

We join the NDW, but will  later pause briefly at Detling Hill trig point, where there are information panels at the viewpoint over the landscape below. We cross the busy A249 at Jade's Crossing, continuing along the ridge of the North Downs. We pass beside Kent Wildlife Trust Larches Nature Reserve and onwards over Boxley Downs, there are panels of information on this stretch, as well as some surprising finds to spot. The route joins the ancient Pilgrim's Way, to pass through a fairly newly planted vineyard. When the group reach Boxley, the village church is worth a visit inside, as there are some lovely stained glass windows,  The Country Park is uphill, and also provides fine views on the surrounding area

Sorry this one is deemed not suitable for dogs.

Walk leader is Geoff Bushell