Cobham Wood and Mausoleum

Kent

Restored 18th-century mausoleum, set in peaceful wood pasture

Near Cobham, Kent

The nearest parking is at Shorne Wood Country Park (not owned by the National Trust) who charge a small fee for parking all day. The Mausoleum is approximately a two mile walk from the country park across uneven terrain.
Cobham Wood and Mausoleum Access Guide on AccessAble
Steps/uneven terrain
Woodland is rough terrain with kissing gates on the path from South Lodge to the mausoleum. The mausoleum is reached via a series of steps to the chapel and crypt.
Map
Directions via Google Maps
By road
There is no parking at Cobham Woods, nearest parking at Shorne Wood Country Park. Via the M2 and A2. Exit A2 at Shorne/Cobham. Follow signs for Shorne Country Park.
Parking: The car park at Shorne Country Park is not owned by the National Trust, there is a small fee charged for all day parking. The Mausoleum is approximately a two mile walk from here.
Sat Nav: Shorne Wood Country Park DA12 3HX.
On foot
Map available at South Lodge Barn detailing routes to the Mausoleum.There is a waymarked footpath from South Lodge Barn to the mausoleum (just under 1 mile) and free guided tours (donations welcome) when Mausoleum open (subject to guide availablity). Route from Shorne Wood Country Park is approximately 2 miles. Other routes available across from Cobham Hall and Ashenbank Wood (Woodland Trust).
By train
Sole Street 1 mile
Cycling
Cycle routes available to Mausoleum via various routes (but please note there are kissing gates from South Lodge Barn).

Take a look at the map of Cobham Wood and Mausoleum to help plan your visit.

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