Nettlestead is a village and civil parish located southwest of Maidstone in Kent, England. The area is characterized by its position near the meandering River Medway, which provides flat riverside pathways. It is also situated where the River Medway cuts through the Greensand Ridge, offering varied terrain including ancient woodlands, fruit orchards, and hop farms. The wider landscape around Nettlestead includes parts of the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, featuring rolling hills and diverse natural environments suitable for…
63
Routes
4.4
(39)
Average rating
363
People visited

4.5
(4)
9
riders
38.4km
02:26
250m
250m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.5
(4)
15
riders
40.1km
02:34
250m
250m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
3
riders
37.4km
02:12
220m
220m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
30.3km
01:58
220m
220m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

5.0
(2)
10
hikers
7.08km
01:54
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
14
hikers
5.32km
01:24
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(5)
10
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
hikers
7.49km
01:59
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

15
runners
43.5km
04:40
200m
200m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
21.8km
02:16
90m
90m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
9.78km
01:01
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
runners
10.7km
01:09
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

14
riders
26.3km
01:10
150m
150m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

9
riders
25.9km
01:06
130m
130m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

8
riders
27.2km
01:11
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

9
riders
46.8km
02:00
240m
240m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

7
riders
59.4km
03:31
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
43.0km
02:30
230m
230m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
23.1km
01:23
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
37.0km
02:11
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Nettlestead offers a range of outdoor activities, including mountain biking, hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, and jogging. The area's diverse landscape supports experiences from gentle riverside paths to more challenging routes through the Greensand Ridge.
Hiking routes in Nettlestead include the Medway Valley Walk and various paths around the village, offering riverside strolls and walks through fields and woodlands. The Greensand Way is also accessible in the wider region. Komoot provides a guide for Hiking around Nettlestead.
Nettlestead offers mountain biking routes, with additional trails available in nearby areas like Bedgebury Forest, the North Downs, Capstone, and Blue Bell Hill. A komoot guide details MTB Trails around Nettlestead.
The quiet country lanes and diverse landscapes around Nettlestead are suitable for road cycling. Routes often pass historical sites and charming villages. Komoot offers a guide for Road Cycling Routes around Nettlestead.
Yes, Nettlestead offers easy hiking options, particularly along the Medway Towpath, which provides a flat and smooth-surfaced route suitable for families. Komoot features a guide specifically for Easy hikes around Nettlestead.
Nettlestead is situated near the River Medway, offering riverside paths, and is nestled where the river cuts through the Greensand Ridge. The area also borders the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, featuring rolling hills and ancient woodlands.
Routes in Nettlestead have an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on contributions from more than 11,000 visitors who have shared their experiences in the region.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Nettlestead, including Hiking around Nettlestead, MTB Trails around Nettlestead, and Road Cycling Routes around Nettlestead. There are also guides for easy hikes, touring cycling, and running.
The Greensand Way is a long-distance path that extends for 108 miles (174 km) across Surrey and Kent. It follows the Greensand Ridge, offering views across the Weald and passing through ancient woods and orchards.
The official website for Nettlestead Parish Council is www.nettlestead-pc.org.uk. The Parish Clerk can be reached by phone at 07396 725 812.
Nettlestead and the broader Kent area are well-suited for touring cycling due to extensive networks of quiet roads and traffic-free paths. Routes like the Cantii Way offer multi-day cycling adventures.

