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Lympne Hill – Royal Military Canal loop from Folkestone and Hythe District

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Lympne Hill – Royal Military Canal loop from Folkestone and Hythe District

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Lympne Hill – Royal Military Canal loop from Folkestone and Hythe District

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7.43km

10m

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 15, 2026

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2.20 km

Gravel Path Along Royal Military Canal

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The Royal Military Canal is a canal of approximately 22 miles between Seabrook near Folkestone and Cliff End near Hastings, following the old cliff line bordering the Romney Marsh wetland …

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3.62 km

View of Giraffes at Port Lympne Reserve

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the road along it is a nice bike path, although not with the best surface.

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4.10 km

West Hythe Sluice Gate on the Royal Military Canal

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This is the third sluice gate on the Royal Military Canal to the east of Hythe. There aren't a huge number of bridges or crossings of any type along the …

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4.87 km

Lympne Hill

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Hill Climb - rare in these parts!

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4.91 km

Royal Military Canal

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5.02 km

Unit Number One

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Industrial unit come pub. Serving drinks from the local Hop Fuzz Brewery as well as some wines, ciders, bottled lagers and soft drinks.

Food is available but is run separately …

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