field. Cross a stream, go through a gate and head across the field to a stile and follow the path through the woods.
Cross the road following the footpath sign over a stile. Go through a gate and continue ahead across the field. Cross the stream, go through a gate and head across the field to a stile and follow the path through the woods. Cross the stile and turn left to follow the road. A short distance on, turn right to follow the footpath sign. Pass a lake on your left and go through the gap. Follow a path along edge of the field and up a slight slope. Cross over the stile to continue onto the path towards road.
Cross the stile and turn right to follow road. After a short distance turn left to
follow the bridleway. Pass a house and continue on the surfaced road. Continue along the road and bear left, passing the ruins of a castle on the right. Sutton Valence Castle, is under the care of English Heritage, but is free to explore and open throughout the year. The castle was probably abandoned in the 14th century, but the remains of the Norman keep are still standing. The elevated site is an excellent place to capture panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Not to mention a really exciting find on a family walk!
After a short distance you reach
Sutton Valence village. Take the first road turning on the right to take you
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back to the Post Office where you started. Sutton Valence is a delightful village to explore, with many historic houses as well as excellent pubs, so why not grab a pint, a roast or a hot chocolate and refuel in this beautiful Kentish idyll.
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