Haysden Country Park
Tonbridge, West Kent
Photo of Tonbridge: Marathon, CC BY-SA 2.0Photo of Tonbridge: Marathon, CC BY-SA 2.0
Haysden Country Park covers 65 hectares just west of Tonbridge, with two lakes and a stretch of the River Medway. Follow the nature or history trails, let children use the play area, or cycle Regional Cycle Route 12 towards Penshurst Place or Tonbridge Castle. It makes an easy family morning or afternoon.
Highlights
- Two lakes and the River Medway
- Nature and history trails
- Children's play area and picnic areas
- Cycle route to Penshurst and Tonbridge Castle
- Local Nature Reserve and Green Flag park
Good to know
- Fishing and sailing clubs use the lakes
- The council runs family events such as pond dipping and minibeast hunts
Getting there
Haysden Country Park, Lower Haysden Lane, Tonbridge, Kent, TN11 9BDParking: Car park on site, including disabled spaces.
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Nearby
Photo: Clem Rutter, Rochester Kent, CC BY-SA 3.0Tonbridge Castle
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Image: Clip 'n Climb TonbridgeClip 'n Climb Tonbridge
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Photo: Salomons EstateSalomons Estate
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