A three night walking holiday in Tunbridge Wells
Walking holidays in Tunbridge Wells are the ideal way to get out and explore some of the best scenery in Kent. With quintessential English villages, cosy pubs, sprawling High Weald countryside and our very own vineyards. We’ve put together a four day (three night) itinerary that combines leisurely countryside walking with local attractions.
The Tunbridge Wells Circular is one of the best walks in Kent that takes you through some of the most beautiful parts of the countryside. Take on parts of the walk in a leisurely walking holiday in Tunbridge Wells or if you fancy a challenge you can take on the whole walk!
Day One: Arrive in Tunbridge Wells
Check-in to your hotel in Royal Tunbridge Wells. We recommend: One Warwick Park, Royal Wells Hotel, Tunbridge Wells Hotel or
Explore Royal Tunbridge Wells
Head out for dinner
Royal Tunbridge Wells is known as a foodie destination. With Michelin-star chefs, award-winning restaurants and an array of casual eateries. For a full round up read our Foodie Guide to Royal Tunbridge Wells.
Day two: Pembury & Tudeley
Head out of Royal Tunbridge Wells and into the surrounding countryside towards Pembury. Beautiful countryside views await as you arrive in Pembury. There’s an option to stop in Pembury village where there are number of pubs to grab refreshments.
The next stretch of the walk takes you into the ancient woodland between Pembury and Tudeley where you can enjoy a walk under the blanket of trees. As you head out of the woodland and reach Tudeley we recommend taking a brief detour to All Saints’ Church in Tudeley. The only church in the world to have all of its windows decorated by the world-famous artist, Marc Chagall, and one of only two places to see his stain-glass windows in the UK.
You can also stop for refreshments at The Poacher and Partridge in Tudeley. As you pick the trail back up you’ll head through countryside and farmland before heading back into Royal Tunbridge Wells.
Day three: Groombridge & Speldhurst
Day three starts in Royal Tunbridge Wells. You have the option to begin on foot, or take a ride on the town’s heritage railway, the Spa Valley Railway. Take a steam or diesel train to High Rocks or Groombridge, or walk the same route and enjoy the sight of the train roaring through the countryside. As you arrive in Groombridge enjoy one of the pubs or head to nearby Birchden Vineyards where you can grab a bite to eat, enjoy a vineyard tour and wine tasting experience.
Pick the trail back up and head to nearby Speldhurst village with optional refreshment stops at the George and Dragon before you head back into Royal Tunbridge Wells via the Rusthall and Tunbridge Wells Commons.
Tunbridge Wells Common
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The Pantiles
Day four: Explore Royal Tunbridge Wells
After grabbing some breakfast and checking out of your hotel, why not explore Royal Tunbridge Wells. Head to The Pantiles and Chapel Place for a range of boutique shopping and independent cafes and restaurants.
Once visited by royalty, The Pantiles is a Georgian-colonnaded walkway with its very own spring. Find out more about the history of Royal Tunbridge Wells with a guided history walk led by one of our Green or Blue Badge Guides.
The best places to stay in Royal Tunbridge Wells
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