Named after the Earls of Darnley, who owned Cobham Hall & the land that you will see en route, the trail is an excellent way to see local highlights. Gently undulating countryside via Cobham Park, Ranscombe Farm Reserve, Ashenbank & Jeskyns Community Wood
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51.40, 0.42 · rel 19991014
51.40, 0.42 · rel 19991014
Darnley Trail
12,5 km from Shorne Woods Country Park, Brewers Road to Shorne Woods Country Park, Brewers Road through urban area.
Shorne Woods Country Park, Brewers Road
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Shorne Woods Country Park, Brewers Road
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12,5km
Distance
demanding
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linear
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01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Urban Area
Remote
Uncrowded
Dog friendly
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02 · The story
What makes this route special
03 · 3 points along the route
What will you encounter?
3× monument
Cobham War Memorial
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Toe Monument
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Game keepers house (ruin)
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04 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
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05 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
06 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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08 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Darnley Trail is 12.5 km long.
At an average walking pace, Darnley Trail takes approximately 3h 7min to complete.
No, Darnley Trail is a linear (point-to-point) trail. It runs from Shorne Woods Country Park, Brewers Road to Shorne Woods Country Park, Brewers Road. Plan ahead for return transport.
Darnley Trail starts at Shorne Woods Country Park, Brewers Road.
Darnley Trail is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.