Saltwood Saunter
Walk information
2.1 miles (3.3km) allow 1 hour.
This delightful circular walk starts at Brockhill Country
Park, a Site of Conservation Interest. The park, once part of
the estate of a Norman manor, has a central lake and full
facilities for a family day out, including refreshments.
Find out more about Brockhill Country Park.
Low growing herbs flourish in the rabbit-grazed turf, attracting
numerous butterflies in summer.
The walk leads from the park through Willow Wood and on
along quiet country lanes. The woodland was previously used in salt
preparation. It was burned to help evaporate water from saltpans
along the seashore.
The route passes through the beautiful village of Saltwood, and
offers the chance to admire the impressive 12th century parish
church dedicated to St Peter and St Paul.
The life of local villagers was disrupted by earthquakes in the
17th and 18th centuries, which caused substantial damage to
buildings and the nearby Saltwood Castle.
The Domesday Book states that Saltwood Castle, held by the
Archbishop of Canterbury, was let to Hugo de Montfort, who fought
with William the Conqueror at the Battle of Hastings in 1066.
In December 1170, 4 knights stayed at Saltwood Castle before
riding to Canterbury, where they murdered Archbishop Thomas
Becket.
How to get there
Postcode starting point: CT21 4HL.
Car: From M20 J11, follow A20 to Saltwood. Turn
off on Sandling Road.
Parking: Parking is available at Brockhill
Country Park.
Train: Nearest stations: Sandling (1
mile).
National Rail Enquiries: 08457 484950.
Bus: 10A (Folkestone – Ashford)
hourly, Mon – Sat. 18 (Canterbury – Hythe) 5 journeys, Mon –
Sat. Traveline: 0871 200 22 33.
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