Local attractions | Walks | Rambling in Kent | Ramblers | North Downs

The Black Horse Inn is the ideal location to base yourself for a short walking or cycling break. On our doorstep you will find a whole host of pathways, walkways and bridle paths allowing you to enjoy the most beautiful and spectacular countryside the county of Kent has to offer.
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We now feature a growing collection of local walks - Please browse the guides below:


Thurnham Castle Walk	Thurnham Castle & North Downs Way	Bearsted Church & Village	Castle, White Horse Wood	Boxley Church & Boxley Village

Local Attractions CLICK EACH ONE BELOW TO FIND OUT MORE......... (Note: The time in mins by car is approximate and is only meant to be used as a guide)	Mins (in car)
Bearsted village - Historic local village green with excellent pubs / restaurants & shops	3
Maidstone Town Centre - Historic town inc. Museum, Shopping Centres, River Tours, etc.	5
National Trust Properties - Various outstanding places to visit in the South East	Various
Pilgrims Way - Magnificent walking route used by Middle Age Pilgrims	1
Hucking Woodland Trust - The woodland estate - area of Natural Beauty	5
Leeds Castle - the loveliest castle in the world inc. Hot Air Ballooning	5
Museum of Kent Life Maidstone - History of Kent over the last 150 years	10
Thurnham Castle and Church - Remains of 12th century flint-built castle	2
Canterbury - Cathedral City with great historic significance	35
Vineyards - View the Kentish vineyards	Various
Bluewater Shopping Complex - Designer heaven, the largest in Europe	30
Bewl Water - Largest area of inland water in the South East inc. activities	35
Penshurst Place - Mediaeval manor house and gardens	30
Historic Dockyard Chatham - Set in a stunning 80 acre estate	20
Whitbread Hop farm - Open all year inc. special family based events	30
Howletts Zoo - Devoted to saving rare and endangered animals	40
Charles Dickens Centre Rochester - Dickens used the building.......	30
Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway - World famous miniature mainline	40
Kent County Showground - Offers something for everyone	5
White Horse Woods Project - Kent's newest country park	2
The North Downs Way - Ancient rambling / walking route	1
Sports and Activities
Golf Courses in Kent - Huge variety of quality golf courses locally	Various
Clay Pigeon Shooting - Various	Various
Maidstone Lockmeadow Leisure Complex Numerous restaurants/ bars	5
Maidstone Leisure Centre - Family Leisure Centre inc. swimming, creche, tubes, lessons	5
Boat Trips - Various	Various
Transport Links
Bearsted Train Station inc. Timetables	4
Eurostar - International Train Service info.
Ashford International Station - South East Train info inc. International to London or Paris	30

Rambling - There are a wide variety of rambling routes available virtually on the pub doorstep. A booklet of recommended local walks is avaiable from the Inn.

Cycling - The perfect countryside for exploring by mountain bike.

Leeds Castle - is only minutes away and is set on two islands on the River Len in the heart of Kent, has been home to royalty, lords and ladies for over 1000 years..