Mud and Magwitch
A five stage trail designed by Phil along the north Kent coast and coastal marshes starting on Thursday 28th March 2019. The trail was lead by Phil and Chris. The 5 sections were:
- Gravesend to Higham (Walked on Thur 28/3/2019)
- Higham to Gillingham (Walked on Thur 25/7/2019 - UK Record temperature in Cambridge Botanic Garden of 38.7° C!)
- Gillingham to Rainham (Walked on 15/8/2019)
- Rainham to Newington (Walked on 5/9/2019)
- Newington to Swale (Walked on 10/10/2019)
A view east of Lower Halstow from "hill" over the estuary on the final leg of the Mud and Magwitch Trail.
| Date | Description | Travel Arrangements | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28/03/2019 |
MUD AND MAGWITCH 1: GRAVESEND TO HIGHAM The first stage of a 5 stage trail along the north Kent coast and coastal marshes. We head east alongside the Thames estuary, passing several riverside fortifications, then turn inland to Cliffe, and then south to Higham (pub/picnic). Late lunch, so bring snack for midday. Buy return rail ticket to Higham. Phil |
London Bridge Station (at Information kiosk facing Pret a Manger) at 09:40. Buy return rail ticket to Higham. | 11.2 miles |
| 25/07/2019 |
MUD AND MAGWITCH 2: HIGHAM TO GILLINGHAM Part rural, part urban, this walk takes us across the Medway past Rochester Castle and Cathedral, and through Chatham Great Lines Heritage Park and Naval Monument. Pub/picnic. (Hot Walk - UK Record temperature in Cambridge Botanic Garden of 38.7° C!) Phil |
London Bridge Station, by Information kiosk facing Pret a Manger at 10:10 for 10:18 train. Buy return ticket to Gillingham. | 6.9 miles |
| 15/08/2019 |
MUD AND MAGWITCH 3: GILLINGHAM TO RAINHAM Along the Medway estuary from Gillingham to Rainham, following the Saxon Shore Way. Enjoy estuarine vistas across the tidal mudflats and a frisson at the story of Horrid Hill. Pub lunch. Chris C |
Victoria Station (by seating area near ticket office) at 10:20. Buy off peak day return to Rainham (Kent). | 7.5 miles |
| 5/9/2019 |
MUD AND MAGWITCH 4: RAINHAM TO NEWINGTON Saxon Shore Way to Upchurch and Ham Green, reaching the Medway estuary at Hamgreen Saltings. We then follow the shore to Lower Halstow and inland to Newington. Pub/picnic. Phil |
Victoria Station (near ticket office) at 10:30. Buy return ticket to Newington. | 6.6 miles |
| 10/10/2019 |
MUD AND MAGWITCH 5: NEWINGTON to SWALE We continue our trail in the Medway estuary area, from Newington Station to Lower Halstow for lunch, then along the Saxon Shore Way, with views over Bedlams Bottom, up to the Chetney Marshes and finally Long Reach Channel separating the Isle of Sheppey from the mainland. We finish at Swale Station. Canine encounter possible. Pub/picnic. (PS: We did meet canines however the most threatening were securely leashed). Chris C |
Victoria Station at 10:00 (barrier Platform 2 with ticket) for 10:10 departure.Buy off peak day return to Swale. | 8.5 miles |