Hothfield Common & the Stour Valley

Guided Group Walk

Join us for a 7.5 mile mixed group walk from Hothfield Common, exploring the beautiful countryside around Godington and following part of the Stour Valley Way.

This route takes us through a lovely mix of heathland, woodland, fields and quiet country lanes, with plenty of open countryside to enjoy along the way. We’ll leave Hothfield Common behind and head towards Godington, before joining a section of the Stour Valley Way and enjoying the peaceful Kent countryside that surrounds the River Stour.

It’s a great opportunity to explore a different part of the Kent countryside that is often over looked.

The walk

Starting from Hothfield Common, we’ll head out into the surrounding countryside towards Godington, enjoying a mixture of commonland, woodland, fields and quiet country paths.

We’ll pick up a section of the Stour Valley Way, one of Kent’s long distance walking routes, before continuing through the countryside and making our way back towards Hothfield Common.

At around 7.5 miles, this is a good walk for those who enjoy getting a decent distance under their belt without it becoming a full day hike. There will be plenty of opportunities to pause, take in the views and enjoy the changing landscape.

Come and walk with us

Our mixed group walks are open to everyone.

Whether you’re already a regular walker, new to the group, coming on your own or simply looking for a good excuse to get out into the countryside, you’re very welcome. Around 80% of our members come to our walks on their own, and it is one of the things people love most about being part of the group.

You don’t need to know anyone before you arrive. Just bring your walking boots, enjoy the scenery and we’ll take care of the rest.

Event details

📅 Saturday 28th November
: 10:00am
💷: £10 per person
📍: Meeting in Hothfield Common (full details in email)

📏 7.5 miles / approximately 12km

⏳ Please allow approximately 4 hours including breaks. Timings are approximate.

 Countryside paths

Please bring enough food and water for the walk. We recommend bringing at least 1.5 litres of water and a packed lunch.

 Toilet available in the village or enroute as nature toilets!

🚽 Toilet available in the village or enroute as nature toilets!

What’s included: A guided 7.5 mile countryside walk led by a qualified walk leader, exploring Hothfield Common, Godington and a section of the Stour Valley Way with a friendly mixed group.

Your walk leader

Your walk is led by Jenn, founder of MJ Outdoor Adventures. She leader is a fully trained Lowland Leader with an enhanced DBS and outdoor first aid training, as well as qualifications in nutrition, wellness and female health. She works as a full time walk leader around the country for corporate, charity and community groups. MJ Outdoor Adventures is her passion project and she adores building this community. Your back marker is Lisa, a fully trained full time lowland leader with a passion for history and maps.

MJ Outdoor Adventures is fully insured and your safety is always our priority.

Before you book

By booking this event, you confirm that you have read the event information and understand that this is an outdoor countryside walk which may include uneven or muddy ground and changing weather conditions. Please come prepared with suitable footwear and clothing for the conditions on the day. The route and timings may be adjusted if necessary for safety, weather or ground conditions. Our booking terms and cancellation policy apply to all bookings.

If you can no longer attend, please let us know as soon as possible so we know not to wait for you at the start point.

Cancellation policy (as per T&C’s)

• More than 30 days before the activity – 100% refund (excluding any external costs incurred by MJ Outdoor Adventures such as third-party providers, admin costs or accommodation).

• 30 days or less before the activity – no refund. Standard half-day walks (non-challenge events) may be transferred to another date. A promo code will be issued which expires 3 months from the date of issue.

• Challenge events, charity events, tours or activities involving external providers cannot be refunded or transferred.

• Less than 72 hours before the activity – bookings cannot be refunded or transferred.