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Toys Hill

Brasted Chart, West Kent

Toys Hill, from National TrustImage: National Trust

Image: National Trust

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.

Highlights

  • Waymarked woodland walks with wide views
  • Ruins of Weardale Manor
  • Octavia Hill's well, restored in 1999
  • Bat tower in the old water tower
  • Links to the Greensand Way and walks to Emmetts Garden and Chartwell

Good to know

  • Keep to the paths and keep dogs under close control
  • There are no toilets or café on site

Getting there

Toys Hill, Brasted Chart, Kent, TN16 1QGParking: Free National Trust car park near the Fox and Hounds pub, with a height barrier.

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Chartwell, from ChartwellImage: Chartwell
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