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South East England

Chilham Descent – Chilham Square loop from Godmersham

Hiking trails & Routes

South East England

Chilham Descent – Chilham Square loop from Godmersham

Moderate

4.0

(3)

23

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Chilham Descent – Chilham Square loop from Godmersham

02:41

9.86km

150m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 26, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Kent Downs National Landscape

Waypoints

A

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1

1.28 km

Wooden Shelter – View of Canterbury Cathedral

Highlight • Rest Area

Wooden Shelter - View of the Cathedral

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2

2.21 km

Chilham Descent

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

What used to be a challenging but fun descent from King's Wood has been ruined by the new surfacing and addition of very pronounced speed bumps.

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3

4.86 km

Chilham Castle

Highlight • Castle

Though this imposing Jacobean house is privately owned, they regularly open up their beautifully manicured gardens to the public.

You can also book the grounds or castle itself for private events if you're looking for a truly magnificent venue for a wedding or other occasion.

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4

4.91 km

The Church House

Highlight • Cafe

Tea, cake, sandwiches etc - much needed cafe stop. Open 0930-1600 every day except Wednesday.

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5

4.91 km

Shelly's Tea Rooms

Highlight • Cafe

Great place for a coffee and home made cake before or after your walk (or both!)

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6

4.93 km

Chilham Square

Highlight • Historical Site

Picturesque Kentish village. Castle and Park. Couple of pubs too.

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7

4.96 km

The White Horse, Chilham

Highlight • Pub

14th century inn on Chilham's beautiful village square

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8

5.58 km

View of the Lake and Mansion in Kent Downs National Landscape

Highlight • Historical Site

B

9.86 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.87 km

3.59 km

407 m

Surfaces

5.87 km

3.83 km

129 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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