A 42 mile (67 km) route using National Route 18. A largely 'on road' ride. More challenging mountain bike routes are nearby at Bewl Water and Bedgebury Pinetum.

County: Kent
Distance: 42 miles
Estimated time to complete walk: 5
Terrain details: Anybody who thinks Kent is flat might reconsider after this ride, which is not recommended for novice riders. However there are a series of shorter rides that explore the Weald in more manageable chunks. There are dedicated cycle lanes, running alongside main roads at both Tunbridge Wells and Ashford. The main traffic-free sections on route 18 are at Bedgebury Forest, and, Victoria Park Ashford, perfect family cycling and ideal locations for novices and young children.
Type of route: Linear
Starts: Ashford(Grid reference: -)
Ends: Tunbridge Wells(Grid reference: -)
How to get there: RAILWAY Stations at Ashford International, Tunbridge Wells and Rye. For train times call: 08457 484950
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