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The River Stour & Sandwich Bay loop from Sandwich

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The River Stour & Sandwich Bay loop from Sandwich

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4.7

(35)

165

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The River Stour & Sandwich Bay loop from Sandwich

01:51

7.33km

10m

Hiking

Embark on The River Stour & Sandwich Bay loop from Sandwich, an easy 4.6-mile (7.3 km) hike that offers a gentle exploration of Kent's diverse landscapes. With only 37 feet (11 metres) of elevation gain, this route is largely flat and takes approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes to complete.…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.35 km

Sandwich Flats

Highlight • Natural

Backed by sand dunes, the flats stretch for five miles, with views all the way over to Ramsgate in the north. You can walk either in the dunes or on the road.

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6.73 km

St Clement's Church, Sandwich

Highlight • Historical Site

Large Norman church that’s undergone some changes. Quiet grounds with shady areas.

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6.97 km

Sandwich Town Centre

Highlight • Settlement

A quintessentially-English town, Sandwich has a fascinating history. The small town was once an important trade hub and part of the Cinque Ports network on the coast. The medieval buildings …

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7.19 km

Sandwich Quay

Highlight • Viewpoint

Some interesting looking boats, especially the old American navy boat as pictured.

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7.23 km

Sandwich Medieval Centre

Highlight • Rest Area

The medieval centre is free to all and brings medieval history to life. There is a working forge, a wood fired oven, regular craft workshops and warship building. For more information see their website sandwichmedieval.org

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7.33 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.96 km

1.91 km

759 m

554 m

139 m

Surfaces

3.36 km

1.91 km

1.36 km

697 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 5 May

13°C

8°C

15 %

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Trail Reviews

Jonathan KB

September 29, 2024, Stour Valley Walk

There's a place called Sandwich. 🤯 And it's quite pretty 👌

The River Stour & Sandwich Bay loop from Sandwich

Sandwich Flats

St Clement's Church, Sandwich

Sandwich Town Centre

Sandwich Quay

Sandwich Medieval Centre

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