Overview
Easy:
4.3 miles, 1-3 hours
Other Information:
Family Friendly
Dog Friendly
Dog Friendly
Overview:
A 4 mile / 6.5km circular route from the middle of Maidstone
through the town centre, Vinters Valley Nature Reserve and
woodland.
Starting and finishing in the centre of Maidstone, visit Maidstone Museum to discover more about the history of the local area. The walk takes you through the local oasis of Vinters Valley Nature Reserve, through ancient woodlands and on to the historic suburb of Penenden Heath.
Tips:
Distance: 4 miles / 6.5km.
Time: 2 hours approximately.
Terrain: Some steps, narrow paths and town walking. No stiles and two flights of steps (50 and six steps).
Start/end point: Maidstone Barracks train station.
OS Explorer Map: 148
Please note that route shown may not accurately follow public rights of way and waymarking on ground should be followed at all times.
Walk provided by Valley of Visions & the Kent Community Rail Partnership and endorsed by Explore Kent
Explore Kent is a Kent County Council Initiative
through the town centre, Vinters Valley Nature Reserve and
woodland.
Starting and finishing in the centre of Maidstone, visit Maidstone Museum to discover more about the history of the local area. The walk takes you through the local oasis of Vinters Valley Nature Reserve, through ancient woodlands and on to the historic suburb of Penenden Heath.
Tips:
Distance: 4 miles / 6.5km.
Time: 2 hours approximately.
Terrain: Some steps, narrow paths and town walking. No stiles and two flights of steps (50 and six steps).
Start/end point: Maidstone Barracks train station.
OS Explorer Map: 148
Please note that route shown may not accurately follow public rights of way and waymarking on ground should be followed at all times.
Walk provided by Valley of Visions & the Kent Community Rail Partnership and endorsed by Explore Kent
Explore Kent is a Kent County Council Initiative
Maidstone Museum & Bentliff Art Gallery
Vinters Park
Wildlife
Penenden Heath
Maidstone Prison
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