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South East England

Otford Duck Pond – Great Wood, Kent Downs loop from Crockenhill

Hiking trails & Routes

South East England

Otford Duck Pond – Great Wood, Kent Downs loop from Crockenhill

Hard

4.3

(11)

46

hikers

Otford Duck Pond – Great Wood, Kent Downs loop from Crockenhill

05:46

20.7km

390m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Kent Downs National Landscape

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

3.98 km

View of the Village in Kent Downs National Landscape

Highlight • Settlement

A steep climb takes you to a welcoming bench at the top where you can see for miles

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2

4.42 km

View Over Shoreham and the Kent Downs

Highlight • Natural Monument

Enjoy beautiful views over the village of Shoreham, framed by the picturesque Kent Downs in the distance. The area offers plenty of opportunities for scenic walks inviting you to explore the surrounding landscape.

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3

5.65 km

Polhill Bank Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural Monument

There are many beautiful views on the tour and would recommend the walk if you are fit. there are some steep climbs alone the way

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4

7.93 km

Otford Duck Pond

Highlight • Structure

The village of Otford has a rich history dating back 3,000 years. Occupants have included Iron Age farmers, Romans, Saxons, Normans, archbishops, and royalty. The village has lots of claims …

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5

9.51 km

View of Darenth Valley

Highlight • Viewpoint

From here head diagonally across the field and you'll find a style to continue on the walk

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6

11.3 km

Great Wood, Kent Downs

Highlight • Natural Monument

Beautiful little valley tucked away that’s perfect for a mid-route break

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7

18.3 km

View of Eynsford Viaduct

Highlight • Viewpoint

The path can be quite muddy during November-December months.

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8

18.6 km

Lullingstone Tree Acrostic Viewpoint Bench

Highlight • Viewpoint

19.1 km

Ashen Bank

Forest

B

20.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.6 km

6.70 km

1.42 km

1.37 km

386 m

220 m

Surfaces

9.28 km

3.07 km

2.99 km

2.24 km

1.97 km

1.11 km

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