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South East England

Thurnham Castle Ruins – View of Kent Downs loop from Detling

Hiking trails & Routes

South East England

Thurnham Castle Ruins – View of Kent Downs loop from Detling

Moderate

4.3

(3)

10

hikers

Thurnham Castle Ruins – View of Kent Downs loop from Detling

03:06

11.3km

190m

Hiking

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

Last updated: May 6, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Kent Downs National Landscape

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.19 km

Godards Castle

Highlight • Castle

2

1.26 km

Thurnham Castle Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

The ruins of Thurnham Castle are a wonderful place to explore. Whilst the remains of the low stone walls are much overgrown, you can really step back in time here. …

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3

1.53 km

View of Kent Downs

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice views of the surrounding area and a nice family walking spot.

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4

1.62 km

View of Kent Downs National Landscape

Highlight • Viewpoint

5

6.31 km

Daisy Field View in Kent Downs

Highlight • Natural

6

8.52 km

North Downs Ridge Path, Kent Downs National Landscape

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

in winter be sure to wear your boots this track gets pretty muddy

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B

11.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.45 km

2.92 km

2.43 km

1.83 km

617 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.44 km

2.45 km

2.30 km

1.15 km

728 m

221 m

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Tuesday 12 May

14°C

5°C

76 %

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