A Historical walk from Bluebell Hill to Wouldham Guided History Walk
Downs, Villages and Hidden Stories: Bluebell Hill to Wouldham
A quick intro
On the 29th of November we will be strolling from Blue Bell Hill to Wouldham and back again. The walk will start at the Blue Bell Hill car park. From here we will make our way along the North Downs Way and down into the Medway valley through the villages of Wouldham and Burham.
We will make our way through forests, fields and stroll past historic houses and sites of Roman temples. Along the way you will hear tales of people who were with Nelson when he died, the battle that Britain lost to a foreign invader and a ghastly murder.
The details about A historical walk from Bluebell hill
the details
Schedule
Date: 29 November 2026
Meet and Start Time: 09:15 meet for 09:30 am start
Walking time: 4.5 hrs (incl. lunch break)
Walk Leader: Ben Crozier
Location
Meeting point: Bluebell Hill Park Site Common Rd, Rochester ME5 9RG
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Car Parking: Charges not included
Route
Terrain: There will be a few undulating hills along the way and as we are going up onto the North Downs one particularly steep hill.
Distance: Approximately 12 km (7.45 miles)
Walk Type: Circular
Difficulty: Moderate
your kit list
- Suitable footwear (preferably walking boots or sturdy shoes, no flip-flops)
- A waterproof coat (and waterproof trousers, if you have them) for rainy days
- Drinking water and a packed lunch
- Personal medication (Let us know confidentially about any medical conditions)
- Suitable walking attire
important notes
- We welcome friendly dogs on our walks, provided they remain on a lead at all times. The owner is fully responsible for their dog throughout the walk.
- We take photos during our walks for promotional and training purposes. If you prefer not to be included, just let us know on the day.
- Cancellation policy states: Full payment becomes due if a user cancels within 4 days of the activity. Any person cancelling outside of 4 days, will receive a credit available to use within 90 days. Cancel at least 4 days before the event to receive a credit note for a future walk, valid for 90 days.
Learn more aboutthis wonderful walk
On the 29th of November we will be strolling from Blue Bell Hill to Wouldham and back again.
The walk will start at the Blue Bell Hill car park. From here we will make our way along the North Downs Way, taking in the views before heading down into the Medway Valley and through the villages of Wouldham and Burham.
Our route takes us through woodland, fields and quiet village lanes, passing historic houses and places with stories stretching back centuries. We’ll take time to look at the landscape around us and uncover some of the history hidden along the way.
And there are some great stories to tell.
We’ll discover connections to Roman temples and the ancient past, hear about people who were with Nelson when he died, and learn about the battle that Britain lost to a foreign invader. Then there’s the story of a ghastly murder that adds a darker twist to the walk.
With countryside, history, fascinating characters and a few stories you may never have heard before, this should make for a very enjoyable day out.
Come and join us for a walk through the Kent countryside — and see what stories we uncover along the way.