Along the Valley Floor Rail Trail (Sevenoaks Station)

This 8.5 mile walk explores the Darent Valley from the valley floor, hugging the River Darent for much of the route and discovering villages, stunning heritage and Samuel Palmer along the way.

Start point: Sevenoaks station

End point: Eynsford station

Length: 8.5 miles / 13.6 km

Terrain: Some pavements and hard surfaced paths but the majority is countryside tracks. Some road crossings. This trail follows the Darent Valley Path

Accessibility: There are some steps and gates on this walk

Toilets/refreshments: During opening hours at stations, Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve, Lullingstone Country Park and in the villages

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On The Way

• Visit Bradbourne Lakes and pass Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve

• Follow the valley as it cuts through the North Downs with views of the Downs on both sides

• Visit the beautiful riverside village of Shoreham and the Samuel Palmer Trail

• Enjoy riverside walking along the Darent Valley Path

• Pass Lullingstone Castle, Lullingstone Roman Villa and Otford Solar System