North Downs Way - Oxted to Otford (section 5)

The 5th leg of our journey commences in the town of Oxted. Starting from the station, we ascend to the North Downs ridge, where we leisurely stroll along its expanse. Once atop the North Downs, the terrain levels out, offering splendid panoramic views across the valley. Our path follows the Vanguard valley, passing by a golf course and captivating landscapes. Abundant in flora, the route is adorned with natural beauty. During our reconnaissance of the walk, we were fortunate to encounter a herd of wild Roe deer, so keep your eyes open. The conclusion of our route awaits at Otford station.

During the weekends we are leaving accommodation open for you to choose something that suits your budget or there are trains returning to Oxted from Otford.

As you book onto this walk you will be giving the option to join our WhatsApp lift share group to allow us to lift share between stops. We will also be letting you know our choice of accommodation (where applicable) should you wish to book where we are staying and join us.

Please let us know if you are running late or not attending otherwise the walk will leave on time.

We will be stopping for a bring your own picnic lunch at around mid-day.
Meeting time – 8:15am ready for a 08:30am prompt start (times might slightly change to accommodate train arrivals on the day)
Meeting location – Oxted train station (RH8 9EU)
Finishing location – Otford train station (Station approach, TN14 5QY)
There is parking available at both stations (parking cost not included)
Walk type - Linear.
Terrain – once on the North Downs the route is reasonably flat with a few inclines
Distance – approximately 15 miles / 24 km approx. (including to and from the stations).
Walking time – 8 hours walking (with a bring-your -own lunch stop)
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We will be stopping for a bring your own picnic lunch at around mid-day.

Dogs are welcome if they are friendly and will go on a lead when required such as entering fields of livestock.

If we can ask everyone to bring with them:
A - Suitable footwear (strong shoes or boots preferably walking boots no Flip-flops)
B- A waterproof coat (and waterproof trousers?) in case of rain
C - Drinking water and a packed lunch
D - Personal medication (please make the group leader aware in confidence of any medical condition you have that may affect you in the walk no matter how small)
E- Suitable walking clothing
There might only be 'natural' toilets along the way (a bush).
** IMPORTANT **
PLEASE DO NOT ATTEND IF YOU HAVE ANY COVID SYMPTOMS
• We do take pictures on our walks for promotional and training purposes. If you do not wish to be in included, please let us know on the day.
• The walk will follow all current covid regulations.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made 4 days prior to the event will be given a credit note for a future walk that has to be used within 90 days.