Stubbs Wood
Ide Hill, West Kent
Stubbs Wood is a long, narrow strip of ancient woodland on the Greensand Ridge near Ide Hill, with glimpses south over the Weald to Bough Beech Reservoir. Walk the ridge paths under oak and beech, with bluebells in spring and patches of rare heathland. Combine it with nearby Ide Hill for a longer walk of an hour or two.
Highlights
- Views over the Weald towards Bough Beech Reservoir
- Ancient oak and beech woodland
- Spring bluebells, wood sorrel and ramsons
- Unusual patches of heathland for Kent
- Easy to link with the National Trust woods at Ide Hill
Good to know
- The wood is a Site of Special Scientific Interest
- Waymarked trails, a picnic area and horse riding and cycling routes are listed for the site
Getting there
Stubbs Wood, Wheatsheaf Hill, Ide Hill, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN14 6JAParking: Parking, including disabled bays, is available.
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Nearby
Image: Emmetts GardenEmmetts Garden
Emmetts Garden is an Edwardian hillside garden at Ide Hill, near Sevenoaks, planted with rare trees and shrubs. Wander the rock garden, rose garden and woodland, which offer something to see through the year, then stop at the Old Stables Tea Room. Allow two to three hours.
Image: National TrustToys Hill
Toys Hill is a National Trust woodland and heath near Brasted, with far-reaching views and a web of waymarked walks and bridleways. Look for the ruins of Weardale Manor, the well sunk by National Trust founder Octavia Hill and the old water tower now used by hibernating bats. It is ideal for a dog walk, a longer hike linking to Emmetts Garden and Chartwell, or a ride on the bridleways.
Image: Bore PlaceBore Place
Bore Place is a 500-acre organic estate and charity near Chiddingstone, in the Kent countryside, with marked circular walks through fields and woodland, some with views of Bough Beech Reservoir. Buy organic vegetables, yoghurt, kefir, honey and ice cream from the Farm Gate, let children loose in the playground and look out for seasonal events such as foraging walks. It suits families, walkers and dog owners, and a walk takes an hour or two.