Walking Boots

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Saturday 22 March 9am

Our first SJP Walking Boots walk for this year will take place on Saturday 22 March, led by Ruth and Justin.

  • Upcoming dates for your diary

  • 22 March – a walk from Sevenoaks led by Ruth and Justin

  • 26 April – a walk in the South Downs led by Nick

  • 17 May – a walk led by A N Other

  • 21 June – a walk led by Mimi

  • 19 July – a walk led by Mariama

  • 20 September – a walk led by Ros

  • The walk is just under 10 miles through a tranquil haven of wildlife in the middle of Sevenoaks, going out through the deer park of the Knole House Estate and on to Ightham Mote, returning along the Greensand Way and is in easy reach from London Bridge on a fast train, taking just 25 minutes.

    This circular route is a mixture of footpaths, bridleways, fields and woodland.  Paths climb and descend throughout the walk with only one short, steep climb to One Tree Hill and the escarpment of the Kent Downs with a superb view of the Weald to the south.

    We will stop halfway at the café at Ightham Mote (National Trust) for lunch and there’s the option of a coffee/tea stop at Brewhouse Café at Knole House at the end of the walk. (It’s a further 25 minute walk from there back to the train station.)

    We will meet at 0900 at London Bridge station ready to take the 0924 Hastings train.  You will need to buy an off-peak day return to Sevenoaks. (Freedom Pass and Oyster 60+ cardholders only need to get a return from Orpington to Sevenoaks)

    Please register your interest for this walk by dropping Ruth an email at ruthiedmiller@gmail.com and further details will follow nearer the date of the walk.

    The small print

    The group works on the same basis as would a group of friends who go out walking together, inviting others to join them.

    Everyone taking part does so at their own risk. SJP and the walk leaders assume no responsibility for anyone attending any Walking Boots event. They will not be held responsible for any accident, injury or loss occurring as a result of any Walking Boots event or in connection with travel to such event, however caused. By joining a walk, you indicate that you accept these conditions.Outdoor activities frequently need specialist equipment (boots, waterproofs, etc) and the group does not provide these. You are responsible for assessing your own risk and the suitability of any equipment used. You may want to alert the walk leader to any medical condition that may affect you during the walk. The walk leader may, at their discretion, encourage you not to join the walk if in their opinion you are ill-equipped for the terrain and weather conditions.

    We usually visit a pub or café for lunch. You are responsible for alerting the eating establishment to any food allergies you may have. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent, grandparent etc or guardian.

    Dogs are usually welcomed on walks. You are encouraged to check with the leader whether the proposed walk is suitable for dogs.