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Knowles Wood & Blackborough Common loop

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Knowles Wood & Blackborough Common loop

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Knowles Wood & Blackborough Common loop

01:49

6.76km

80m

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Explore the tranquil and varied landscape of the Knowles Wood & Blackborough Common loop, an easy hike through ancient woodlands and open heathland. This 4.2-mile (6.8 km) loop takes about 1 hour and 48 minutes to complete, with a gentle elevation gain of 270 feet (82 metres). You'll wander through…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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616 m

Knowles Wood

Highlight • Forest

A wide undulating trail leads you through Knowles Wood, a small ancient forest located near Blackborough Common.

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3.69 km

Garnsey's Tower Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Here you will find the remains of Garnsey's Tower, once a 3-storey-high stone building thought to be a shelter for whetstone minsers.

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4.54 km

Blackborough Common Woodland Trails

Highlight • Forest

Blackborough Common is a beautiful forestry woodland located ontop of Blackborough Hill that features a medley of gorgeous ancient beech. There are a number of connecting trails that lead you …

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6.76 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.36 km

773 m

631 m

Surfaces

3.32 km

2.67 km

773 m

Elevation

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (230 m)

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Wednesday 8 July

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Knowles Wood & Blackborough Common loop

Knowles Wood

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