Activities at Chartwell

A summer view across Chartwell house and beyond from Mariners Hill
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Summer walks across the Chartwell estate

Chartwell, Kent

Stretch your legs in the sunshine on a walk around the estate at Chartwell. Download one of our trails on your phone or pick up a walks leaflet in our visitor welcome centre.

Autumn woodland at Chartwell, a National Trust property in Kent
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Autumnal walks at Chartwell

Chartwell, Kent

Make the most of the changing seasons with a stroll into the wider estate at Chartwell. From here you can even walk to our nearby properties of Emmetts Garden and Toys Hill. Look out for the wealth of fungi making the most of the damp woods, including the fly agaric with it's iconic crimson cap and white spots.

A winter view across the Chartwell estate, a National Trust property in Kent
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Walk in a winter wonderland at Chartwell

Chartwell, Kent

Wrap up warm and get exploring on a winter walk around the estate at Chartwell. You could even make a whole day of it by walking to our neighbouring National Trust properties, Emmetts Garden and Toys Hill.

A long reaching view across the summer countryside from Mariners Hill, a National Trust place in Kent
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Geocaching, Walking

Things to see and do at Mariners Hill near Chartwell

Chartwell, Kent

Discover stunning views and explore the countryside near Chartwell which was the birth and resting place of Octavia Hill, social reformer and one of our founders.

A summer view across the Weald of Kent from Mariners Hill, a National Trust countryside site in Kent
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Mariners Hill loop walk from Chartwell

Chartwell, Kent

Explore Mariners Hill on this loop trail; an extension of our Westerham to Chartwell trail. Starting from the Chartwell entrance, the trail takes you up the hill where you'll find some fantastic views over the Chartwell estate and weald of Kent.

  • Moderate
  • 45 mins
  • 1.4 miles (2.25km)
The lakes at Chartwell, a National Trust property in Kent
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Spring walks at Chartwell

Chartwell, Kent

As the temperature starts to warm up the outdoors begins to transform again. Spring walks are filled with the scent of early flowers and the sound of bird song filling the skies. Take a stroll around the Chartwell estate and see if nature finds you.

The circular walk at Emmetts Garden, a National Trust property in Kent
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Weardale circular walk from Chartwell

Chartwell, Kent

This beautiful circular walk links Chartwell and Emmetts Garden; passing through the woodland areas of Toys Hill and Hosey Common, as well as the pretty hamlet of French Street.

  • Easy
  • 3 hours
  • 5.0 miles (8.0km)
The house at Chartwell, a National Trust property in Kent
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Westerham to Chartwell trail

Chartwell, Kent

Visiting the town of Westerham? Follow our step-by-step guide from The Green in Westerham and find yourself at Chartwell, the home of one of Britain's most famous prime ministers.

  • Moderate
  • 1 hour
  • 2.0 miles (3.2km)
Enjoy a walk at Chartwell, a National Trust property in Kent
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Walking the estate at Chartwell

Chartwell, Kent

With over 80 acres of woodland and farmland belonging to the Chartwell estate, there are plenty of places to explore, walk or take your dog.