West Hythe to Hythe walk

Walk information

There are two routes: 1.9 miles (3km) or 4 miles (6.4km)

This accessible walk offers two routes of different lengths along mainly flat hard fine surfaces in this memorable part of the county.This walk is part of the popular Walks For All leaflets series.

Both routes enable visitors to explore a stretch of the famous Royal Military Canal, which was built to defend the coast against invasion from Napoleon's Army. Fortunately, it was never called into action.

Today, the canal, a listed monument, is a popular destination for walkers and anglers and a haven for wildlife. It also plays an essential role in the drainage system of the marshes.

Toilets are available at information point two, however the adapted toilets are only accessible during opening times.

Let off some steam

The walk also passes the world famous Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Light Railway - a must for all visitors to Kent. While the one-third scale steam and diesel engines offer scenic tours of the unique landscape of Romney Marsh, it is also an important service for local schoolchildren.

The railway, the dream of millionaire racing drivers, Captain J.E.P. Howey and Count Louis Zborowski, was built in the 1920s and later extended to its current route, which runs to Dungeness.

How to get there

Postcode starting point: CT21 4NT

Car: From Hythe take the A259 towards New Romney. With Hythe Ranges on your left turn right into Burmarsh Road signed Burmarsh Estate. Continue to T-junction, turn right into West Hythe Road. Continue into West Hythe to find car park on the left immediately after crossing canal bridge (height retriction - 2.3m.)

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