River Medway to Yalding Loop Sports

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Explore a scenic 10.34 km loop walk along the River Medway, starting and ending in the picturesque village of Wateringbury.


Route Highlights
📍 River Medway Loop – Follow tranquil riverbanks with picturesque views and chances for wildlife spotting.
🏘️ Yalding Village – Wander through this charming spot with historic bridges and quaint architecture.
🛤️ Riverside Paths – Enjoy easy, flat terrain ideal for families, with plenty of riverside break spots.
🍺 Return to Wateringbury – Finish back where you started, near local pubs and cafés perfect for a well-earned rest.
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📋 THE DETAILS ABOUT THIS WALK
🗓️ Schedule
Date: Wednesday, 23 July 2025
Meet: 10:10 am
Start Time: 10:15 am
Cost: £7 per person
Walking Time: ⏱️ Approx. 3.5 hrs (incl. lunch break)
Led by: �£ Rachel Stockey
📍 Location
Meeting Point: The Railway Pub Car Park, Bow Rd, Wateringbury, Maidstone, ME18 5EB
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🅿️ Car Parking: Available at the pub (charges not included, permission granted)
🗺️ Route
📏 Distance: 10.34 km / 6.3 miles
🌀 Walk Type: Circular
📈 Elevation: Mostly flat (123 m gain)
🛤️ Terrain: Easy, riverside and countryside paths
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🎒 YOUR KIT LIST
👟 Suitable footwear (walking boots or sturdy shoes — no flip-flops)
🧥 Waterproof coat (and trousers if you have them)
🥪 Drinking water and a packed lunch
💊 Any personal medication
🧢 Comfortable walking attire for the season
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⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTES
🐶 Dogs welcome – must remain on a lead at all times. Owners are fully responsible.
📸 Photos may be taken – let us know if you’d rather not be included.
❌ Cancellation Policy:
Cancel at least 4 days before the walk = receive a credit valid for 90 days.
Cancel within 4 days = full payment due.

Hotels near The Railway Pub

Staying overnight in Wateringbury?

Wondering where to stay that's close to The Railway Pub? We've teamed up with Booking.com to provide the best room rates for hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs near the River Medway To Yalding Loop event in Wateringbury.

Premier Inn Maidstone -

ROOMS FROM£45
591mAWAY
3

Just off the A26, which runs directly into Maidstone, the hotel offers great value, with free parking, a traditional country pub on site and spacious, modern en suite rooms Premier Inn Maidstone (A26/Wateringbury) is 4 miles from Beltring Hop Farm,...

Postcode: ME18 5NS
Distance from The Railway Pub:
0.4 miles

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The Hadlow Manor Hotel

ROOMS FROM£49
4.92kmAWAY
3

This beautiful 19th-century Georgian manor house is in the heart of the Kent countryside. Both Tonbridge and Maidstone are within a 10-minute drive and have excellent rail links to London..

Postcode: TN11 0JH
Distance from The Railway Pub:
3.1 miles

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Larkfield Priory Hotel

ROOMS FROM£62.1
5.62kmAWAY
3

Just 5 miles from Maidstone, Larkfield Priory Hotel offers free parking and free Wi-Fi. With an on-site restaurant, the hotel is within 1 mile of East and West Malling Railway Stations..

Postcode: ME20 6HJ
Distance from The Railway Pub:
3.5 miles

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Oakwood House

ROOMS FROM£72
5.8kmAWAY
3

With free parking and stylish bedrooms, Oakwood House features a popular bar. Set in leafy grounds, the hotel is situated in Maidstone. In a grand Victorian mansion, the hotel has 40 beautiful bedrooms, each with a TV.

Postcode: ME16 8AE
Distance from The Railway Pub:
3.6 miles

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Hawthorn Cottage

ROOMS FROM£61
6.11kmAWAY
0

Hawthorn Cottage is a holiday home with free WiFi, set in East Peckham. The property is 47 km from London and free private parking is featured. A dishwasher, an oven and a microwave can be found in the kitchen.

Postcode: TN12 5LQ
Distance from The Railway Pub:
3.8 miles

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Grange Moor Hotel

ROOMS FROM£55
6.27kmAWAY
3

Grange Moor Hotel is set in a quiet location 0.6 miles from Maidstone town centre. With landscaped gardens it offers en suite rooms, a restaurant, and free parking.

Postcode: ME16 8BS
Distance from The Railway Pub:
3.9 miles

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Date(s)Tomorrow
VenueThe Railway Pub
AddressBow Road, Wateringbury, Kent,
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Event Details

DateTomorrow
Time(s)10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Cost7
VenueThe Railway Pub
Bow Road
Wateringbury
Kent
ME185EB
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CategorySports


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