Wateringbury is a village in Kent, characterized by its position along the River Medway, surrounded by orchards, woodlands, and open farmland. This diverse landscape provides varied terrain suitable for outdoor pursuits, including riverside paths, gentle trails through agricultural areas, and more challenging routes through rolling hills. The region's natural features, including its location within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, make it a relevant destination for several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and more.
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4.5
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Average rating
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4.6
(20)
85
hikers
10.3km
02:44
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
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86
hikers
10.3km
02:46
120m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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89
hikers
6.62km
01:44
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
hikers
13.9km
03:41
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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43
riders
71.6km
03:21
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

21
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65.9km
03:00
400m
400m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

26
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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7
riders
33.8km
01:41
350m
350m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4
riders
28.0km
01:40
280m
280m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
31.0km
02:26
400m
400m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
riders
113km
07:10
1,170m
1,170m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
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4
riders
33.4km
02:11
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12
runners
5.09km
00:33
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
5.80km
00:37
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
10.3km
01:12
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8
riders
51.6km
03:13
530m
530m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
34.4km
02:02
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
6.42km
00:24
30m
30m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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6
riders
40.5km
02:32
410m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Wateringbury offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, road cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and touring cycling. The area features diverse landscapes such as riverside paths, orchards, and woodlands, catering to different interests and fitness levels.
Wateringbury features more than 60 routes on komoot, with a total of 65 routes recorded. These routes cover various sports, including 23 for hiking, 22 for road cycling, and 14 for touring cycling.
A popular hiking route is the "Loop of the River Medway to Yalding from Wateringbury," a moderate 6.4-mile (10.3 km) trail. Another option is the "Wateringbury Marina – Teston Bridge loop from Teston," an easy 4.1-mile (6.6 km) path. More hiking information is available in the Hiking around Wateringbury guide.
Yes, Wateringbury offers easy hiking trails. The "Wateringbury Marina – Teston Bridge loop from Teston" is an easy 4.1-mile (6.6 km) path, and the "Behind the Hill loop from Kings Hill" is a 2.1-mile (3.4 km) route. For more options, consult the Easy hikes around Wateringbury guide.
Road cyclists can explore routes like the "Knole House and Deer Park – Plaxtol Village loop from Wateringbury," which is a challenging ride on paved surfaces. There are also moderate and easy cycling options available. More details can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Wateringbury guide.
Yes, Wateringbury offers mountain biking trails ranging from easy to hard difficulty. An example is the "View of Plaxtol – St Lawrence Church, Mereworth loop from Wateringbury," a moderate 24.6-mile (39.6 km) ride. The MTB Trails around Wateringbury guide provides further information.
Wateringbury is characterized by the River Medway, which offers picturesque riverside paths and wildlife spotting opportunities. The area also features numerous orchards and woodlands, and it is located within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Trails in Wateringbury pass by historical sites such as Teston Bridge Country Park, featuring a 14th-century bridge. Hikers can also encounter Nettlestead Place, a manor house mentioned in the Domesday Book, and the Parish Church of St John The Baptist, with parts dating back to the 13th century.
Komoot offers several guides for Wateringbury, including Hiking around Wateringbury, Road Cycling Routes around Wateringbury, and MTB Trails around Wateringbury. There are also guides for jogging, easy hikes, and general cycling.
Outdoor activities in Wateringbury are popular on komoot, with more than 21,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes have an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars from over 1,200 ratings.
The Wateringbury Parish Council can be contacted via their official website. The website address is wateringburypc.org.uk. For broader local government inquiries, Maidstone Borough Council can be contacted at +44 1622 602000.
Wateringbury offers routes suitable for families, such as the "Wateringbury Marina – Teston Bridge loop from Teston," an easy 4.1-mile (6.6 km) path. Shorter walks like the "Behind the Hill loop from Kings Hill," a 2.1-mile (3.4 km) trail, are also available.

