Knockholt is a region situated within the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, characterized by its rolling hills, ancient woodlands, and distinctive chalk ridges. This diverse landscape provides an engaging environment for a wide range of outdoor pursuits. The area is well-suited for several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, jogging, and more, offering varied terrain for different activity levels. Its natural features make Knockholt a notable destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking active experiences.
96
Routes
4.6
(127)
Average rating
1295
People visited

5.0
(2)
9
riders
34.5km
02:16
420m
420m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(5)
9
riders
35.1km
02:51
510m
510m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3
riders
47.9km
03:17
650m
650m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(4)
9
riders
40.5km
02:46
470m
470m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(49)
166
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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23
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
hikers
6.07km
01:37
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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4
hikers
7.90km
02:10
120m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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66
riders
15.1km
00:40
170m
170m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

52
riders
97.9km
05:06
1,330m
1,330m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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39
riders
66.7km
03:14
790m
790m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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28
riders
39.2km
02:08
680m
680m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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3.5
(2)
39
riders
37.0km
02:18
370m
370m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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27
riders
28.9km
01:48
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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26
riders
35.0km
02:17
400m
400m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.5
(4)
17
riders
26.0km
01:37
190m
190m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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42
runners
11.1km
01:18
250m
250m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

26
runners
11.9km
01:15
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

25
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

25
runners
27.3km
03:08
400m
400m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(3)
37
riders
54.1km
03:33
700m
700m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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9
riders
27.0km
02:00
390m
390m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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9
riders
19.8km
01:21
320m
320m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
2
riders
32.4km
02:10
510m
510m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Knockholt offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Hiking, and Gravel biking. The region features diverse terrain with rolling hills, ancient woodlands, and chalk ridges. More than 20 routes are available, with an average rating of 4.55 stars from over 42,000 visitors.
Knockholt offers road cycling routes that navigate challenging topography, including hills and chalk ridges. Popular options include loops with climbs like "View of Ashdown Forest – Toys Hill Climb" and "Rushmore Hill Descent – Cudham Lane Climb." Specific routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Knockholt guide.
Knockholt provides a network of well-marked footpaths for hiking, including sections of the long-distance North Downs Way. These trails offer varied terrain through ancient woodlands and open meadows. The Hiking around Knockholt guide details specific options.
Knockholt is suitable for both mountain biking and gravel biking, offering diverse terrain within the Kent Downs. Guides such as MTB Trails around Knockholt and Gravel biking around Knockholt provide specific route information.
Knockholt offers a range of options from easy loops suitable for various fitness levels to more difficult climbs. For hiking, an Easy hikes around Knockholt guide is available. The area's diverse terrain allows for varied experiences for different activity levels.
Knockholt is situated within the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, featuring chalk escarpments, ancient woodlands like Roughfields Wood and Knockholt Wood, and open meadows. Cycling routes explore the Darent and Eden valleys, and some pass through historical areas like Downe Bank.
The cycling terrain in Knockholt is characterized by challenging topography, including rolling hills, chalk ridges, and ancient woodlands. It features a mix of climbs and descents, with specific challenging sections like Bayley's Hill and Sundridge Hill. Routes often navigate picturesque Kentish villages.
Outdoor activities in Knockholt are popular on komoot, with more than 42,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The available routes have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars, indicating a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Knockholt, including Road Cycling Routes around Knockholt, MTB Trails around Knockholt, Cycling around Knockholt, Running Trails around Knockholt, Hiking around Knockholt, Easy hikes around Knockholt, and Gravel biking around Knockholt.
For local governance inquiries, contact the Knockholt Parish Council via email at knockholtclerk@gmail.com. The Sevenoaks District Council, which covers the area, can be reached at 01732 227000 for general inquiries. A direct official tourism website for the entire region is not available.
Knockholt's location within the Kent Downs provides opportunities for varied cycling experiences, including routes that explore the Darent and Eden valleys. While specific long-distance routes are not detailed, the region's network of roads and trails can be combined for longer rides. The Road Cycling Routes around Knockholt guide offers starting points for exploration.

