Boxley Hill Road Climb
Boxley Hill Road Climb
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Boxley Hill Road Climb
Road cycling
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Kent Downs National Landscape
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September 14, 2023
Road cycling
It features a grueling 17% gradient but you'll be rewarded with fabulous views over the Kent Downs.
September 12, 2025
Road cycling
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Embark on a moderate road cycling adventure with the Detling and Sittingbourne loop from Warden, a route spanning 49.2 miles (79.1 km) with an elevation gain of 2128 feet (649 metres), typically completed in about 3 hours and 32 minutes. This journey takes you through the picturesque Kent Downs, offering a blend of rolling hills, ancient chalk grasslands, and extensive woodlands. You'll experience quiet country lanes, open countryside views, and potentially glimpses of coastal scenery and marshlands as you cycle, with well-paved surfaces making for a smooth ride.
Starting from Warden, this route is ideal for road cyclists seeking a good workout in a tranquil setting. While specific access details for this exact loop are not provided, the area is known for its network of quiet country lanes, making it suitable for cycling away from heavy traffic. Ensure your fitness level is good for this moderate ride, and consider starting earlier in the day to fully enjoy the diverse landscapes and avoid peak times on the roads.
This loop is nestled within the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a protected landscape renowned for its natural beauty and historical significance. As you cycle, you might encounter charming villages and segments of the historic Pilgrims Way, adding a rich cultural dimension to your ride. The region, often called the "Garden of England," showcases pleasant agricultural landscapes with hop gardens and orchards, and many routes here are designed to link the atmospheric coastal areas with the rolling inland hills, providing a varied experience of both maritime and rural vistas.
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Distance 1.26 km
Uphill 100 m
Downhill 0 m
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