North Downs Way (Canterbury loop)
Bifrons Park, Bekesbourne with Patrixbourne and Bridge, Kent, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Bifrons Park, Bekesbourne with Patrixbourne and Bridge, Kent, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 32.4 mi (52.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,359 ft (719 m)
- Est. Time
- 11 hr 40 min
- High point
- 518 ft (158 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Roman Painted House 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Thomas Pattenden 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Shelter 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from start
- Attraction: North Downs Way crossroads 12.2 mi (19.7 km) from start
- Viewpoint 15.9 mi (25.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Saint Augustine's Abbey 19.3 mi (31.1 km) from start
- Historic site: St. Augustine's Abbey 19.3 mi (31.1 km) from start
- Historic site: Burgate 19.5 mi (31.4 km) from start
- Historic site: The tower of St Mary Magdalen Butgate 19.6 mi (31.5 km) from start
- Visitor center: Cathedral Cathedral Shop 19.7 mi (31.6 km) from start
- Historic site: The Canterbury War Memorial 19.7 mi (31.6 km) from start
- Attraction: Canterbury Cathedral Gates 19.7 mi (31.6 km) from start
- Visitor center: Canterbury Visitor Information Centre 19.8 mi (31.9 km) from start
- Attraction: Eastbridge Hospital of St. Thomas the Martyr 19.8 mi (31.9 km) from start
- Attraction: River boat tours 19.8 mi (31.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Marlowe Memorial 19.9 mi (32 km) from start
- Attraction: Westgate Towers 20 mi (32.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 20 mi (32.2 km) from start
- Attraction: River boat tours 20 mi (32.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Bigbury Camp 22.2 mi (35.7 km) from start
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Questions about North Downs Way (Canterbury loop)
How long is North Downs Way (Canterbury loop)?
North Downs Way (Canterbury loop) is 32.4 mi (52.1 km) long. Most people take about 11 hr 40 min. It climbs 2,359 ft (719 m) in total, up to a high point of 518 ft (158 m).
How hard is North Downs Way (Canterbury loop)?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for North Downs Way (Canterbury loop)?
Parking at the start, Fee. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on North Downs Way (Canterbury loop)?
Drinking water on the way at 1 mi (1.5 km), 19.8 mi (31.9 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 19.5 mi (31.4 km), 19.5 mi (31.4 km), 19.8 mi (31.8 km).
Is North Downs Way (Canterbury loop) shaded?
Partly shaded (46% under trees).
What can you do on North Downs Way (Canterbury loop)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near North Downs Way (Canterbury loop)?
Food, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Market Square, 0 mi (0.1 km).
Is this a good week for North Downs Way (Canterbury loop)?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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