Wateringbury Marina – Mereworth Castle Gatehouse loop from East Malling

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Tonbridge And Malling

East Malling And Larkfield

Wateringbury Marina – Mereworth Castle Gatehouse loop from East Malling

Hard

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Wateringbury Marina – Mereworth Castle Gatehouse loop from East Malling

06:09

23.2km

230m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.60 km

River Medway

Highlight • River

Nice spot for a quiet walk

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7.51 km

Teston Lock

Highlight • Structure

The current lock was built in 1911 to replace the original made of oak and constructed in the 1740s

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7.99 km

Open Field at Teston Bridge Country Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Teston Bridge Country Park is one of the best places to enjoy a rural riverside walk in Kent. Focused around the historical bridge, the park also offers a play area and plenty of idyllic picnic spots.

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9.48 km

Wateringbury Marina

Highlight • Rest Area

On either side of Bow Hill Bridge, boats are moored up in the marinas. The location is ideal being not far from the tidal Medway. On the west side, at …

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10.6 km

Farm Track along the River Medway

Highlight • Trail

11.9 km

Hampstead Marina

Highlight • Viewpoint

Known locally as 'The Island', Hampstead Marina is a peaceful place to take a moment's rest on a hike.

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14.2 km

Moat Wood Deer Park on the Greensand Way

Highlight • Historical Site

Reputed to be the site of the manor of one of the Earls of Gloucester, the wood gets its name from the remains of the moat, which is still visible. …

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15.5 km

Mereworth Castle Gatehouse

Highlight • Monument

This is the historic gatehouse to Mereworth Castle, a Grade I listed moated country house built in the 18th century, replacing an earlier house from the 14th century.

Mereworth Castle …

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