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Woodland Horse Riding
by Mike Bartlett
Horse Riding in Tunbridge Wells
Wonderful opportunities for horse riding and hacking adventures are to be had in the Weald of Kent.
With vast downlands, commons and woodland, well marked bridle routes and stables, now is the time to seize the chance and ride!
See the beautiful Tunbridge Wells countryside from a different perspective and mingle amidst the wildlife and flora in the Garden of England medieval woodlands and hinterland.
Join a hack, a pony trekking guide or take a lesson
Stables can be found at:
- Wellgrove Stables, Pembury with Summer Pony Camp;
- Treblers Ponies, Hartfield, E Sussex;
- Honnington Farms Equestrian Centre, Southborough, with 50 acres of native woodland to be enjoyed by horse riders as well as walkers and wildlife;
- Ashdown Forest Riding in the heart of this Special Area of Conservation and The High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty;
- Bedgebury Park, Goudhurst;
- and Hemsted Forest Equestrian Centre.
If you have your own horse, the Round Bewl Ride takes in the 21km of shoreline of the South East's largest reservoir.
Bedgebury Forest has 12km of riding tracks and a trail map which provides an excellent riding experience.
If you’re as hungry as a horse, drop in on the Bedgebury Pantry for a tasty range of freshly-made sandwiches, baguettes, soup and cakes.
Hemsted Forest, also open to riders, is predominately pine trees which is based near Benenden.
Riding out
The oldest form of transport is a fitting way to explore the nooks and crannies of Tunbridge Wells.
There are numerous local bridleways including one at Barnetts Wood Reserve on the outskirts of Tunbridge Wells which is one of the many ancient woodlands in the area.
Also worth strolling round are the stately homes, gardens and other nature reserves.
Other activities include rock climbing and sailing; and with lots of friendly places to eat delicious food and relax in a spa you will be fully satisfied with your holiday in Tunbridge Wells.
External Links:
Click here for a detailed list of woodland bridle paths.
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Groombridge Place and The Enchanted Forest
Type
Garden
Royal Tunbridge Wells
Groombridge Place near Tunbridge Wells offers a fun day out for all the family with award winning gardens, and the Enchanted Forest, with its giant tree swings and other exciting thrills to discover.
Spa Valley Railway
Type
Steam Railway
Royal Tunbridge Wells
Spa Valley Railway takes you on a picturesque railway journey through through the beautiful Wealden countryside from Tunbridge Wells to High Rocks, Groombridge and Eridge
Pashley Manor Gardens
Type
Garden
Ticehurst, Wadhurst
At Pashley you will discover 11 acres of beautiful borders and vistas - the culmination of a lifetime of passion for gardening and an admiration of the tradition of the English country garden.
Tunbridge Wells Circular Walk
Type
Waymarked Trail
Tunbridge Wells
The Tunbridge Wells Circular Walk is a 27.5 mile (44.3km) route that explores the wide variety of fertile and beautiful countryside around Royal Tunbridge Wells, a town within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the borders of Kent and East Sussex.
Chalybeate Spring
Type
Spa
Royal Tunbridge Wells
Visitors came to see and be seen in fashionable Tunbridge Wells, but above all to 'take the waters'.
Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest
Type
Forest
Goudhurst
Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest is a magnificent place for healthy outdoor activities.
Salomons Estate
Type
Museum
Royal Tunbridge Wells
Salomons Estate – Kent’s undiscovered gem
Constructed by Decimus Burton for Sir David Salomon, it was the first house in Britain to use domestic electricity.
Scotney Castle
Type
Garden
Lamberhurst
Not one but two houses! Victorian country house and ruined 14th century moated castle set in one of England's most romantic 'picturesque' style gardens.
Merriments Gardens Ltd
Type
Garden
Hurst Green
The gardens at Merriments in the rolling Sussex countryside never fail to delight.
Hawkhurst Fish Farm
Type
Fish Farm
Hawkhurst
Carp fishing for the family with a choice of 7 lakes, cafe and pottery.
Grosvenor and Hilbert Park
Type
Parkland / Woodland Garden
Royal Tunbridge Wells
Grosvenor and Hilbert is the town's oldest public park and still contains some original historic features, such as the lake and grottoes or 'dripping wells'. There is an exciting and challenging play area which is well worth a visit.
Temper Temper The Chocolate Experience
Type
Cookery School
Tunbridge Wells
Have a go at making your own delicious confections!
Kino Cinema Hawkhurst
Type
Cinema
Hawkhurst
Kino is the UK's first purely digital cinema with the full HD experience.
Bewl Water
Type
Lake / Reservoir
Lamberhurst
Set in the heart of the High Weald and surrounded by 800 acres of outstanding natural beauty, Bewl Water is the perfect place to watch the seasons change and to enjoy some healthy family fun for all ages.
Dunorlan Park
Type
Parkland / Woodland Garden
Royal Tunbridge Wells
A glorious local awarding winning park and testament to the Victorian landscaping era. Boating lake and cafe.
Sissinghurst Castle Garden
Type
Garden
Cranbrook
Famous, stunning gardens set in the remains of a large Elizabethan house amidst the unspoilt Weald countryside.
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Nevill Cricket Ground
Type
Cricket
Royal Tunbridge Wells
Groundsman 01892 530833 Pavillion 01892 520846
Bowles Outdoor Centre
Type
Adventure Park / Playground
Eridge Green
A day and residential outdoor centre with accommodation offering rock climbing, skiing, snowboarding, canoeing and development courses and fun!
