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South East England

Eynsford Ford and Bridge – Shoreham Hill Climb loop from Swanley

Road cycling routes

South East England

Eynsford Ford and Bridge – Shoreham Hill Climb loop from Swanley

Moderate

4.1

(14)

26

riders

Eynsford Ford and Bridge – Shoreham Hill Climb loop from Swanley

01:20

27.9km

300m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

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After 20.4 km for 661 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1

5.49 km

Eynsford – River Darent and The Plough Inn

Highlight • Pub

Great pub here, lovely river setting. Also a tea room a stones throw away. You got it all here so if your looking for a scenic stop off to sink …

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2

5.57 km

Eynsford Ford and Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Eynsford Ford reflects the traditional way used to cross a stream or small river, via a shallow point. It was an important crossing back in Roman times.

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3

6.68 km

Lavender Fields in Kent Downs

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

Road is a bit grippy, and there's the odd boy racer, but worth it.

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4

15.3 km

Old Polhill Climb

Highlight • Trail

Lovely hidden climb, mind the yellow gate on entry!

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5

18.2 km

Shoreham Hill Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

It's a very short climb (about 1/3rd of a km) coming out of Shoreham towards Eynsford.

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6

18.6 km

Castle Farm Lavender Fields Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

A gentle climb along the valley heading from Eynesford into Shoreham

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7

19.7 km

View of Lavender Fields, Kent Downs National Landscape

Highlight • Viewpoint

There are beautiful views across the lavender farm if you come during summer, the whole valley becomes purple

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8

22.2 km

View of the Victorian Viaduct in Kent Downs

Highlight • Historical Site

This beautiful Victorian viaduct still carries trains to and from London

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27.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.7 km

7.19 km

1.54 km

921 m

521 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

25.8 km

1.32 km

550 m

193 m

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Sunday 31 May

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11°C

18 %

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