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Hesiers Lane Descent – Eynsford Ford and Bridge loop from Hither Green

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Hesiers Lane Descent – Eynsford Ford and Bridge loop from Hither Green

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Hesiers Lane Descent – Eynsford Ford and Bridge loop from Hither Green

04:08

65.6km

680m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. 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: August 21, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 10 m for 10 m

After 65.6 km for 10 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.60 km

Downham Woodland Walk

Forest

12.2 km

Hayes Common

Forest

17.4 km

Skid Hill Lane to Hesiers Road Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A nice calm climb

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20.1 km

Hesiers Lane Descent

Highlight • Trail

Great views but a bit gravelly at the bottom – bit scary going too fast down this!

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20.7 km

Col du Skelly (Beddlestead Lane climb)

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

The road is very quiet with little motor traffic. The climb is a good test due to its inconsistency and length. The first kilometre of the climb is the toughest …

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26.4 km

View of Vineyards and Fields on Pilgrims Way

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

This makes for a nice road as there are lovely view to the south, and the road surface is quite good

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39.1 km

View of Kent Downs from Fliston Lane

Highlight • Viewpoint

42.4 km

This is a shop and lavender farm located within the Kent Downs. The farm shop is open Tuesday to Sunday and the lavender farm is the UK's largest! It's a serene area and definitely worth a stop on your cycle.

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45.0 km

Eynsford Ford and Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Eynsford Ford reflects the traditional way used to cross a stream or small river, via a shallow point. It was an important crossing back in Roman times.

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52.0 km

Road to Kent Downs National Park

Highlight • Trail

This winding road takes you away from the hustle and bustle of the city and into the serene countryside, depending on your direction. A short drive further east will lead you to the beautiful Kent Downs National Park.

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65.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

45.6 km

11.7 km

6.83 km

987 m

535 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

53.6 km

11.2 km

333 m

263 m

177 m

Elevation

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Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

Weather

Wednesday 2 September

26°C

18°C

18 %

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Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h

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Hesiers Lane Descent – Eynsford Ford and Bridge loop from Hither Green

Skid Hill Lane to Hesiers Road Climb

Hesiers Lane Descent

Col du Skelly (Beddlestead Lane climb)

View of Vineyards and Fields on Pilgrims Way

View of Kent Downs from Fliston Lane

Castle Farm Lavender Fields

Eynsford Ford and Bridge

Road to Kent Downs National Park

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