Explore Royal Tunbridge Wells Walking & Cycling Map

Royal Tunbridge Wells is a historic spa town in the heart of the High Weald Natural Landscape, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is surrounded by a patchwork of rolling hills, ancient woodland and open heaths, covering the Garden of England in stunning blossom in spring, rich greenery in summer and vibrant colours in autumn. The town itself blends Georgian and Victorian architecture with leafy parks.

Actively Travelling!

Royal Tunbridge Wells is easy to reach in less than an hour by train from London Charing Cross, Gatwick Airport and Ashford International rail stations. Regular direct train services operate from Tunbridge Wells to London and Hastings. A local bus network also provides links to nearby neighbourhoods, villages and the surrounding countryside.

Travel by Bike…

Active Travel is the simplest and most environmentally friendly way to get around this quaint historic town. The 42-mile (67km) Wealden Cycle Trail offers a striking and exhilarating way to explore the area. Linking Ashford to Tunbridge Wells, this route forms part of National Cycle Route 18 and is the perfect way to take in Kent’s quintessential scenery, from hops and apple orchards to oast houses and picturesque villages.

Or by Foot…

You can also enjoy exploring this town by foot on the many walking routes around Royal Tunbridge Wells. One of these routes, the Tunbridge Wells Common Easy Access Trail, is a short circular walk of 0.86 miles around the Pantiles historic common on tarmac paths.

Another striking, beautiful walk which you can enjoy while in the beautiful town is the Tunbridge Wells Circular Walk, a route which passes through the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty around Royal Tunbridge Wells and through the villages of Southborough, Pembury, Frant, Groombridge and Speldhurst. Enjoy the undulating countryside, a landscape of patchwork fields, broad-leaved woodland and parkland with features of archaeological, historical interest.

Exploring the Town…

Make sure to visit Dunorlan Park while visiting Tunbridge Wells and, while enjoying some time in the beautiful Victorian park, adventure on the Dunorlan Park Walk – a short circular walk around the ornamental lake. This route is also an easy access route which makes it easy for all ages and abilities to enjoy!

The Amelia Scott is a modern cultural hub in central Tunbridge Wells, home to the town’s museum, library, galleries and visitor information. Set in a beautifully restored historic building, it offers exhibitions, creative spaces and year-round events.

The Spa Valley Railway offers heritage steam and diesel train trips through the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, running from Tunbridge Wells West to Groombridge, High Rocks and Eridge.

High Rocks is a dramatic sandstone landscape and ancient monument featuring towering rock formations, woodland and scenic walking routes just outside the town.