Boots on Adventures: Wye Walk (The Devil’s Kneading Trough)

On Sunday, 7th July, join us as we trek along a portion of the scenic North Downs Way, crossing over Kent’s renowned beauty spot, ‘THE DEVIL’S KNEADING TROUGH’. This captivating walk through the National Landscapes. While the route includes steep inclines, the breathtaking vistas from the summit make every step worthwhile. Along the way, we’ll also encounter the historic Wye Crown, a magnificent landscape feature crafted to commemorate the coronation of King Edward VII in 1902.

📅 Date: 7th July 2024

🕤 Time: 09:30 prompt start

📍 Location: Wye Station, Bridge Street, Wye, Ashford, TN25 5EB

🚗 Car parking charges are not covered. As of time of writing, there is Free Public Car Park off Churchfield Way.

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🏞️ Terrain: Mixed

⏱️ Walking Time: 4.5 hours (with lunch break in the middle)

🚶‍♂️ Distance: Approximately 12 km (7.5 miles) The walk will commence promptly at the designated time. In the event of a slight delay, please don’t hesitate to give us a call to inform us. You can find our contact number on your booking confirmation if reserved through the website, or alternatively, message Ian Henderson through MeetUp. Around mid-day, we’ll take a pause for a short break to enjoy the views. Friendly dogs are more than welcome to join us, provided they remain on a leash when necessary, especially when entering fields with livestock. If everyone could kindly come prepared with:

A – Appropriate footwear (sturdy shoes or boots, preferably hiking boots, no flip-flops)

B – A waterproof coat (and waterproof trousers, if available) in case of rain

C – Drinking water and a packed lunch

D – Personal medication (please inform me confidentially of any medical conditions that may affect your walk, no matter how minor)

E – Suitable clothing for walking