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

Last updated: June 7, 2024

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Train Station

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7.08 km

Horton Kirby Viaduct

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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10.9 km

Farningham Brick Bridge and Mill

The white houses in the background are interesting. I've heard storys linking these to early American houses.
We are about 2 miles from Brands Hatch, on race days you can hear the motors.

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13.4 km

View of Eynsford Viaduct

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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13.9 km

Lullingstone Roman Villa

If time allows, stop for a look around this amazingly preserved Roman villa. There are also public toilets in the car park opposite. (Entry fee applies for the Villa, free for the toilets)

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14.5 km

Lullingstone Castle and Gatehouse

With its history stretching all the way back to the Doomsday book, Lullingstone Castle is an impressive manor house. Although the only part that resembles a castle is the turreted …

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15.7 km

Castle Farm Coffee

Lovely Farm Shop with products from the local Castle Farm

castlefarmkent.co.uk

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23.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.4 km

4.17 km

693 m

340 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

14.1 km

8.51 km

958 m

105 m

Elevation

Highest point (150 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Darent Valley loop from Swanley — Kent Downs

Horton Kirby Viaduct

Farningham Brick Bridge and Mill

View of Eynsford Viaduct

Lullingstone Roman Villa

Lullingstone Castle and Gatehouse

Castle Farm Coffee

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