Battle Abbey and Battlefield – Battle Abbey and Battlefield loop from Steven's Crouch

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Battle Abbey and Battlefield – Battle Abbey and Battlefield loop from Steven's Crouch

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Battle Abbey and Battlefield – Battle Abbey and Battlefield loop from Steven's Crouch

02:40

40.1km

580m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 4.26 km for 60 m

After 14.0 km for 134 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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699 m

Chantlers Shaw

Forest

3.83 km

Battle Abbey

Highlight • Castle

Explore some of Kents rich Past here

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4.29 km

Battle Abbey and Battlefield

Highlight • Castle

Battle Abbey was founded by William the Conqueror in 1070 in memory of the battle fought at Senlac Hill in 1066. The site is managed by English Heritage. A footpath …

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4.56 km

Battle Abbey and Battlefield

Highlight • Historical Site

Who hasn't heard or read about the Battle of Hastings in English class at school? It's all the more impressive when you're there yourself and can see everything; this is how history comes alive.

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14.0 km

Ren's Shaw

Forest

15.9 km

The Hub

Highlight • Rest Area

16.1 km

Bodiam Station – Kent & East Sussex Railway

Highlight • Historical Site

Heritage railway station offering steam train tours.

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16.5 km

The Castle Inn, Bodiam

Highlight • Pub

Almost opposite Bodiam Castle, this idyllic inn offers a huge beer garden (the kids can run around on the grass), traditional pub food and delicious drinks, including 2 local wines! …

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