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Deal Pier – Deal Castle loop from Kearsney

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Deal Pier – Deal Castle loop from Kearsney

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Deal Pier – Deal Castle loop from Kearsney

02:46

41.4km

400m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 5, 2026

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Kent Downs National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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5.83 km

Cane Wood

Forest

17.2 km

Betteshanger Park Mountain Bike Trails

Highlight • MTB Park

20.2 km

Deal Pier

Highlight • Structure

Deal Pier is an important local landmark that offers excellent views of the Deal Sea and features a glass-walled cafe/restaurant at the end. It is internationally recognized as a fishing location. The pier is the last fully intact recreational pier in Kent. It is the third pier in existence in Deal and was opened in November 1957 by the Duke of Edinburgh.

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20.9 km

Deal Castle

Highlight • Monument

Deal Castle is an artillery fort built by Henry VIII in Deal, Kent, between 1539 and 1540. It was part of the King's Device program to protect against invasions from France and the Holy Roman Empire, and defended the strategically important Downs anchorage off the English coast. Consisting of a keep with six inner and outer bastions, the water-surrounded stone castle covered 0.85 acres (0.34 ha) and had sixty-six firing positions for artillery. During the Second English Civil War of 1648-49, Deal was captured by pro-Royalist rebels and was only recaptured by Parliamentary forces after several months of fighting. Although still armed, Deal was adapted by Sir John Norris and Lord Carrington during the 18th and 19th centuries to form a more suitable private home for the captain of the castle, which was now an honorary title.

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21.9 km

Ancient Highway: Deal to Sandwich

Highlight • Historical Site

This is the Ancient Highway connecting two of the Cinque ports.

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22.9 km

Walmer Castle

Highlight • Monument

Walmer Castle is an artillery fort originally built by Henry VIII in Walmer, Kent, between 1539 and 1540. It was part of the King's Device program to protect against invasions from France and the Holy Roman Empire, defending the strategically important Downs anchorage off the English coast. Walmer Castle later became the official residence of the Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports and was gradually transformed from a military fortress into a private residence. Inside the castle there are new areas to explore, opening to the public for the first time in 2024. Discover the Lord Warden's private chambers and see where the Queen Mother stayed during her visits. The grounds include the Queen Mother's Garden, designed by Penelope Hobhouse as a 95th birthday present for Elizabeth in 1997.

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25.4 km

The Zetland Arms, Kingsdown Beach

Highlight • Pub

The Zetland Arms is a much-loved village pub in a spectacular location. Situated on the pebbled beach of Kingsdown Beach, this charming pub enjoys an enviable position; beach huts and the white cliffs during the day, evening sun and glittering moon at night. On a clear day you can even see France.

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26.4 km

Climb From St Margaret's Bay to Kent Downs

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

A great route heading towards Kingsdown, as it downhill all the way.

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41.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.5 km

6.70 km

6.20 km

4.18 km

3.14 km

1.34 km

350 m

Surfaces

25.3 km

10.0 km

3.70 km

1.79 km

572 m

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Highest point (130 m)

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Friday 3 July

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Deal Pier – Deal Castle loop from Kearsney

Betteshanger Park Mountain Bike Trails

Deal Pier

Deal Castle

Ancient Highway: Deal to Sandwich

Walmer Castle

The Zetland Arms, Kingsdown Beach

Climb From St Margaret's Bay to Kent Downs

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