Toys Hill

Important notice -

Toys Hill carpark is open for local visits. Parking is limited and the carpark fills up regularly. Please take care, follow the footpaths and respect other walkers and the local community. Please keep dogs on leads when in fields with livestock.

Discover the place that inspired Octavia Hill to found the National Trust

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The woods at Toys Hill, a National Trust property in Kent

Visiting information 

Toys Hill carpark is open for local, socially distanced visitors to access fresh air and open spaces for exercise. Parking is limited and the carpark does fill up regularly. Please take care, follow the footpaths, respect other walkers and residents, and use the benches provided. When planning your visit, please note that local, country and tier restrictions are in place.

The Octavia Hill well at Toys Hill, a National Trust place in Kent

Alternate parking when the Toys Hill carpark is full 

On busy days the carpark at Toys Hill is often at full capacity. Find our alternative parking suggestions here.

Bounce into spring

Emmetts Garden Kent

Spring walks at Toys Hill 

Give those walking boots a spring clean and get out to the fresh air again at Toys Hill. As the days draw out there's plenty of time to get out exploring, especially when it comes to bluebell season. We've even listed our best bluebell walks for you to help you plan your visit.

Dog walking at Toys Hill

Cycle, Ride or Run at Toys Hill 

In a sporty mood? Then why not get some fresh air at Toys Hill

Bluebell flower head

Toys Hill spring spotter sheet 

Spring is finally here and colour is coming back to the woods. Look out for signs of spring on your walk, including bluebells, frogspawn and dragonflies.

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Wildlife

Adder in the grass at Toys Hill, a National Trust countryside site in Kent
Toys Hill   Kent

Abundant in wildlife

Lying on top of the Greensand Ridge, the hill supports a wide variety of plants and animals. Enjoy the fine views over the Weald of Kent and discover the diverse and abundant wildlife which makes this area a site of special scientific interest (SSSI).

Discover flora and fauna at Toys Hill
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Our work

Area Ranger, Fraser Williamson, in the Chartwell countryside

Countryside ranger: Fraser Williamson 

Have you ever wondered what a ranger actually does? Quad bikes, play trails and butterfly watching – it’s not only about bush cutting. Step in the shoes of our ranger and find out what it’s really like.

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In profile: ranger Fraser Williamson

Chartwell and Toys Hill ranger Fraser Williamson can be seen in the recent National Trust advert handling a stag beetle. We went behind the scenes to have a chat with him about his job and how he ended up working for the National Trust.

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History

Octavia Hill (after John Singer Sargent) by Reginald Grenville Eves, RA

Who was Octavia Hill? 

One of the founders of the National Trust, Octavia Hill helped us acquire some of our first places for the nation. Discover which places she helped to save.

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Get involved

Workers at Toys Hill, a National Trust countryside site in Kent

Volunteer at Toys Hill 

Want to get involved? We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us look after our special area. Click on the link to be taken to the National Trust volunteer page and search for Toys Hill for a full list of volunteer roles and how to apply.

A group of people enjoying a day out

Supporter groups in Kent 

There's other ways to support Toys Hill besides volunteering. Local supporter groups help to fundraise for various National Trust properties and are always open to new members. If you're looking to go out and make new friends, then a supporter group could be for you.

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