The Plough, Ivy Hatch – Ightham Village loop from Kemsing

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The Plough, Ivy Hatch – Ightham Village loop from Kemsing

Easy

The Plough, Ivy Hatch – Ightham Village loop from Kemsing

01:43

27.6km

280m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 8, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 95 m for 43 m

After 27.5 km for 43 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.75 km

Wilderness to Godden Green Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Watch out for deer!
A long and gentle climb up past Wilderness golf club and alongside Knowle Park.

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7.98 km

Broomfield wood

Forest

9.30 km

The Plough, Ivy Hatch

Highlight • Pub

This is an excellent little spot, perfect for cyclists and walkers with bike parking and plenty of tables outside at the front and rear. They have a simple but excellent menu with fantastic coffee. It's a must stop for cyclists!

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15.3 km

Ightham Village

Highlight • Settlement

Ightham is famous for the nearby medieval manor of Ightham Mote (National Trust), although the village itself is of greater antiquity. Ightham is not mentioned in the Domesday Book, but …

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19.7 km

North Downs Way

Highlight • Trail

Here the route joins the North Downs Way for about a mile. It offers great views.

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20.1 km

Wooden Gate to Field, Kent Downs

Highlight • Trail

Turn off the path to enter a field for a short time. This allows you to ascend slightly for much better views.

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21.1 km

North Downs Way – Kemsing Junction

Highlight • Trail

Some of the fun off-road section of the North Downs Way and Pilgrim's Way. Well, some of it might be classified as road but it can get pretty sloppy and dirty in the wet!

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