This spot was once the location of a grand house, Weardale Manor, which was built by Philip Stanhope, 1st Baron Weardale, in 1906. The 145-room house fell into disrepair soon after his death and was derelict by 1939. The house was demolished at the start of WWII as Sir Winston Churchill feared it would be a navigational aid for bombers aiming to target his home of Chartwell. The spot is an ideal picnic location and affords spectacular views over the Weald.

troghalls

May 3, 2018

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Good spot for a picnic with fantastic views across the Weald of Kent.

Oliver Jack

April 19, 2025

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Not good if you want to see ruins but views great

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1. Emmetts Garden, Chartwell & Weardale loop from Toys Hill — Kent Downs

14.4km

04:08

350m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Emmets Garden to Weardale Manor loop via Scords Wood — Kent Downs

5.83km

01:35

80m

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Scords Wood – Bluebells at Emmetts Garden loop from French Street

6.10km

01:46

160m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Brasted, Sevenoaks, Kent, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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View of the Weald from the site of Weardale Manor

1. Emmetts Garden, Chartwell & Weardale loop from Toys Hill — Kent Downs

2. Emmets Garden to Weardale Manor loop via Scords Wood — Kent Downs

3. Scords Wood – Bluebells at Emmetts Garden loop from French Street

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