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Goudhurst Walks & Route Maps

Goudhurst walk, Kent
Goudhurst · Photo: Oast House Archive

Goudhurst is one of Kent’s most picturesque hilltop villages, and these walks blend village charm with the rolling scenery of the High Weald.

Timber-framed buildings, historic pubs and the spire of St Mary’s Church give the setting a timeless feel, with far-reaching views from the churchyard across this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The walks range from a gentle village loop to a longer countryside circuit following part of the High Weald Landscape Trail.

Expect a mix of quiet lanes, fields and woodland, with welcoming spots like The Vine and the Star and Eagle adding to the character at the heart of the village.

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Walk information

Goudhurst Walk 1

Walk distance
¾ miles
Time
30 mins
Route type
Circular

This first option is a gentle and short pub walk that showcases the charm and history of Goudhurst village.

After a short stroll the route visits St Mary’s Church, whose tall spire has watched over the village for centuries and offers lovely views across the High Weald from its churchyard.

From there, the walk meanders through the heart of the village, passing traditional pubs like The Vine and the Star and Eagle, both adding to the character of this hilltop setting.

A very short, easy stroll that’s perfect for soaking up the atmosphere of one of Kent’s most picturesque villages before enjoying a nice pub lunch.

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Walk information

Goudhurst Walk 2

Walk distance
4½ miles
Time
2 hours
Route type
Circular

If you have more time and energy, this longer route explores much more of the rolling countryside around Goudhurst, picking up a stretch of the High Weald Landscape Trail and offering views across the patchwork hills of this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Back in the pretty village, the route passes traditional pubs like The Vine and the Star and Eagle before reaching St Mary’s Church, whose spire has watched over the village for centuries.

A lovely longer circuit with a mix of open countryside, village charm, and a touch of history at the finish.

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Expanded route map for Goudhurst Walk 1, a 0.75 mile circular walk in Kent