Cobham Wood and Mausoleum
Cobham, North Kent
Image: National TrustCobham Wood is a rare surviving ancient wood pasture in the Kent Downs, grazed by Highland cattle and crowned by the 18th century Darnley Mausoleum designed by James Wyatt. Follow the woodland tracks to the Mausoleum for views over the North Downs. Plan two to three hours, including the walk in from the car park.
Highlights
- The restored Darnley Mausoleum by James Wyatt
- Ancient wood pasture grazed by Highland cattle
- Views over the North Downs
- Waymarked path from South Lodge Barn
Good to know
- Dogs must be on a lead and are not allowed inside the Mausoleum
- Sole Street station is about a mile from South Lodge Barn
- Do not park on verges or narrow lanes
Getting there
Cobham Wood and Mausoleum, Lodge Lane, Cobham, Kent, DA12 3HXParking: No on-site parking. Use Shorne Wood Country Park (separate charge, about a 2 mile walk); limited informal parking on Lodge Lane on Mausoleum open days only.
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