Tour Overview
Rail Trails
A 3.8 mile circular walk along the Darent Valley Path, discovering the ruins of Dartford’s Gunpowder Mills, wetland wildlife at Brooklands Lakes and a tribute to one of the town’s most famous people.
Start / end point: Dartford station
Length: 3.8 miles / 6.8km
Terrain: Flat occasionally uneven ground, mainly hard surfaces
Accessibility: Mobility aid accessible
Toilets / refreshments: Refreshments available in Dartford town centre, toilets available in Central Park, Orchard shopping centre and Dartford station
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On The Way: Enjoy Central Park with its iconic bandstand and statue to one of the town’s most famous people. Discover wildlife that thrives in the wetland habitat of Brooklands Lakes. Discover the rich heritage of Dartford’s Gunpowder Mills.
Stops
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Stop 1: Stop 1
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Stop 2: Stop 2
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Stop 3: Stop 3
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Stop 4: Stop 4
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Stop 5: Stop 5
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Stop 6: Stop 6
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Stop 7: Stop 7
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Stop 8: Stop 8
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Stop 9: Stop 9
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Stop 10: Stop 10
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