Ham Street Woods are part of Orlestone Forest, a now-fragmented ancient woodland that covered the entire Weald after the last Ice Age. The nature reserve is home to protected species like great crested newts and dormice and supports many species of birds, insects and other wildlife. In spring, the woods erupt into colour with white wood anemones and bluebells. In autumn, you can forage many types of fungi among crispy golden leaves.

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1. Southern Water Supply Building – Bench in Ham Street Woods loop from Ham Street Woods National Nature Reserve

11.3km

02:56

60m

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

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2. Bench in Ham Street Woods – Cosway Memorial, Bilsington loop from Ham Street

13.6km

03:30

70m

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3. Ham Street Woods Downhill – Ham Street Railway Station loop from Kingsnorth

17.4km

04:31

100m

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

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Distance 2.66 km

Uphill 20 m

Downhill 50 m

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Location: Ruckinge, Ashford, Kent, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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Ham Street Woods Nature Reserve

1. Southern Water Supply Building – Bench in Ham Street Woods loop from Ham Street Woods National Nature Reserve

2. Bench in Ham Street Woods – Cosway Memorial, Bilsington loop from Ham Street

3. Ham Street Woods Downhill – Ham Street Railway Station loop from Kingsnorth

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