Horton Kirby Viaduct – Eynsford Ford and Bridge loop from Hartley

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Horton Kirby Viaduct – Eynsford Ford and Bridge loop from Hartley

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Horton Kirby Viaduct – Eynsford Ford and Bridge loop from Hartley

02:33

42.0km

360m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 14, 2026

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Kent Downs National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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View of the Fields Near Swanley

Highlight • Natural

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Mill Stream

Highlight • River

Beautiful mill stream along the road

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The viaduct saw its first trains in July 1858 when the East Kent Railway extended its line from Strood to Bromley, and comprises ten arches sandwiched within an overall length of approximately 390 foot.

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Highlight • Bridge

The white houses in the background are interesting. I've heard storys linking these to early American houses.
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View of the Victorian Viaduct in Kent Downs

Highlight • Historical Site

This impressive nine-arched red-brick viaduct is a prominent feature on the line to the delightfully-named ''Bat & Ball'' station. The structure was built by the independent ''Sevenoaks Railway'', incorporated in …

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View of the Viaduct at Kent Downs

Highlight • Bridge

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Eynsford Ford and Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Eynsford Ford reflects the traditional way used to cross a stream or small river, via a shallow point. It was an important crossing back in Roman times.

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