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Boxley Vineyards – Thurnham Castle Ruins loop from Bearsted

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Boxley Vineyards – Thurnham Castle Ruins loop from Bearsted

Hard

5.0

(1)

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Boxley Vineyards – Thurnham Castle Ruins loop from Bearsted

03:46

32.9km

580m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 8, 2026

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Kent Downs National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.14 km

Pilgrims Way Between Boxley and Detling

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Quiet road along the Kent Downs

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7.54 km

Boxley Warren

Forest

9.20 km

Westfield Wood

Forest

11.1 km

Boxley Vineyards in Kent is a picturesque winery known for its exceptional wines and stunning surroundings. With meticulously tended vineyards and a commitment to quality, Boxley offers a delightful experience for wine enthusiasts, showcasing the region's unique oenology.

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14.2 km

North Downs Way: Boxley to Detling Segment

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19.2 km

Thurnham Castle Ruins

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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. The site has been used as a fortification and watchtower since Roman times. The Saxons then developed the site into Godard Castle. During the 12th century, the fortress belonged to the de Say family and then the de Thurnhams. A Charter in 1215 mentions the lands within the walls of the castle, which may indicate that it was already in ruins by then.

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23.8 km

North Downs Way Viewpoint

Viewpoint

32.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.0 km

11.5 km

4.84 km

2.55 km

513 m

484 m

Surfaces

11.3 km

8.45 km

6.62 km

3.58 km

1.70 km

1.15 km

Elevation

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

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Wednesday 8 July

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Boxley Vineyards – Thurnham Castle Ruins loop from Bearsted

Underpass on Country Road

Pilgrims Way Between Boxley and Detling