Shoreham Lavender Fields – Eynsford Ford and Bridge loop from Eynsford

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Shoreham Lavender Fields – Eynsford Ford and Bridge loop from Eynsford

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Shoreham Lavender Fields – Eynsford Ford and Bridge loop from Eynsford

03:03

11.3km

140m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

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Kent Downs National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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Bridleway Near Upper Austin Lodge

Highlight • Trail

Bridleway with some nice views and a decent footpath

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Darent Valley Path (Shoreham section)

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The Darent Valley Path follows the River Darent from its source in the Greensand hills, to the Thames. If you fancy walking it all, it's 20 miles (32 km).

This section follows the footpath across the fields north of Shoreham.

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6.60 km

Shoreham Lavender Fields

Highlight • Natural

Lots of Lavender fields here with good photo opportunities! Try seeing them around June - August when they should be in bloom! For lots of Lavender goods try 'The Hop Shop' which is very near by.

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Lullingstone Country Park and Lullingstone Castle

Highlight • Natural Monument

This is a convenient stop for refreshments with tea room, toilets, picnic tables,children's playground and riverside walks.

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7.93 km

River Darent

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Lovely meandering footpath along the River Darent.

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9.29 km

View of the Victorian Viaduct in Kent Downs

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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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9.91 km

Eynsford Village

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The village of Eynsford, which features on the Darent Valley Path, offers a glimpse into traditional English village life. With its charming cottages, historic church, and iconic Eynsford Castle, this …

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10.2 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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