Local Walk

Aylesford Loop with Pub/Restaurant

Enjoy this flat, 45 minutes loop, through open fields, along the river and ending at the picturesque village of Aylesford. 

Finish the walk with a drink or fantastic meal at The Hengist, the village Pub/Restaurant, offering Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, as well as a wide range of Wines, Beers & Cocktails. 

The Hengist is a Dog Friendly pub both inside and out, with a large garden, including sheltered areas. 

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1.3 mi 25 min
Start of route
1 0.3 mi
6 min

Ferryfield Playground

Ample Free Parking Available and a great spot for your dog to burn off some beans early in the walk! 

Head towards the far left corner of the fields.

2 0.2 mi
3 min

Continue Right

Once you reach the very far corner, continue along the narrower grass area and then right, along the top of the Rugby Pitches. 

You'll then reach a fork in the dusted path, besides a large white house, keep left.

3 < 0.1 mi
1 min

Continue Past Gallagher's Offices

You'll reach a small grassed area, turn Left and past the Yellow Height barrier and towards Frank Sando Way. 

At the end of the straight turn left. You'll then see a Footpath on your Right which continue along the side of Headline Filters Warehouse, join the path and turn left towards the River Medway.  

4 0.1 mi
3 min

Head Towards the Level Crossing

Once you reach the bottom of the path, continue left along a wooded trail, which runs besides the Trainline. 

Stop at the train line and cross once it is safe to do so.

5 0.3 mi
5 min

Contunue along Bridle Path

Once over the Level Crossing, turn Left and walk along the Footpath. 

This stretch of the walk continues along the River Medway, back towards Aylesford Village.

6 < 0.1 mi
1 min

Cross Station Road Bridge

Once you reach the end of the Bridle Path, you will reach Station Road, turn right and cross the bridge. 

The views of the village to the left are a great photo opportunity!

7 < 0.1 mi
1 min

Cut through the Car Park

At the bottom of the bridge is a Car Park on the Left, you'll see a footpath between the hedges, continue through here. 

8 < 0.1 mi
1 min

The Hengist

You'll then cross a small grassed area, here you'll find some benches etc, with great views of the river. 

Also, you've now reached The Hengist, a lovely spot for some Food & Drink. 

9 0.2 mi
4 min

Continue Through Village

Once you're done at The Hengist, you can leave via the front and walk through the Village of Aylesford, officially recognised as one of the oldest Villages in England! 

Continue through the High Street and reach Aylesford Bridge, a 600 Year Old crossing.

10

Back to the Car

Once you cross the bridge continue straight towards the Level Crossing, the Ferryfields Park will be on your left. 

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Finish of route

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