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Park / Green space Circular

Jeskyns Broomfield Loop and Henhurst Lake Walk

Kent

Distance
1.8 mi
Est. time
1h 15m
Difficulty
Medium
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About this walk

Start at the walking-trail entrance on the east side of Jeskyns' main car park, off Henhurst Road. The yellow-marked Broomfield Loop links young woodland, grazing meadows, a viewpoint and Henhurst Lake. Allow about an hour and a quarter, including time at the viewpoint and lake.

Follow the yellow markers east from the car park, then south through Jeskyns Woods. Turn east at the trail junction and continue towards the open meadows. The small loop ahead climbs to the viewpoint, where the two tall sculptures make a useful landmark. Follow the yellow route back west towards the play area and Henhurst Lake. Walk around the west side of the lake, then take the northbound path back towards the cafe and car park. This circuit stays within the main woodland site; the Orchard Walk is a separate extension.

Most of the route is surfaced, but there are some steeper gradients, loose gravel and exposed sections. Shoes with grip are useful, particularly in wet weather. Leave room for cyclists on shared paths, keep back from the water and follow any temporary signs around the grazing meadows. Keep dogs on leads near livestock, around the cafe and wherever signs require it. Do not enter grazing enclosures to approach animals.

Paid parking uses card or RingGo, with no cash payments. Forestry England national members and Jeskyns members park free. There are toilets and a cafe serving takeaway drinks and snacks. Check their opening times separately from the site gates. The woodland opens at 7am, with seasonal closing times; October closing is 6pm. Finish in daylight.

Based on Forestry England's Broomfield Loop guide and full walking map, with visitor information checked on 3 October 2026.
https://www.forestryengland.uk/jeskyns-community-woodland/broomfield-loop-jeskyns

Walk details

County
Kent
Walk type
Circular
Category
Park / Green space
Distance
1.8 mi (2.9 km)
Est. time
1h 15m
Explorer
Yes, off the beaten track

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