Tenterden - Tuesday 25th September

We will catch the 10.14 bus number 340 from Hastings Station (if you are the only one at the station, don't worry, others will get on further along the way) which arrives in Tenterden at 11.18.

There is a very interesting heritage trail to follow, and an option to visit Smallhythe Place, the home of the Victorian actress Ellen Terry, now owned by the National Trust.  If you do not want to do that, then there is the Tenterden Museum to visit or another stroll around, and the option of returning to Hastings on the 340 bus at 14.45

 If visiting Smallhythe Place, return to Hastings via Rye at 15.19.

Jill is leading this walk (yes, truly!) and will provide full details of buses/times on the day.  As usual, please bring a packed lunch and your camera (and National Trust card if you're a member) - and fingers crossed for good weather!

Hawkhurst - lovely weather yet again

The name Hawkhurst is derived from Old English heafoc hyrst, meaning a wooded hill frequented by hawks - 'Hawk Wood'. Hurst (Hyrst) in a place name refers to a wood or wooded area and is used in parts of West Kent and East Sussex.

It is, we are told, two villages in one, but our impression was that Highgate was more like a town.

 All Saints was designed by Sir George Gilbert-Scott, whose other achievements include St Pancras Station and the Albert Memorial in London

 The Moor, when we reached there, had more of a village feel.

After we explored the church a kind Flower Lady gave us directions for a walk.  We came across the Nature Reserve

Hawkhurst - Please note - this will be 21st August....

... NOT the 28th.  Apologies to any one affected.

Bus 304 from Hastings Railway Station at 9.38

Remember your sandwiches (or more haute cuisine, if you so desire!)

August (28th I think!)

Jill is organising a trip to Hawkhurst.  Details later. It will entail a bus trip.


The ancient Wealden village of HAWKHURST is widely known for its beautiful surroundings, long history, and the notorious “Hawkhurst Gang” of ruthless 18th century smugglers. Hawkhurst, today, consists of two districts: The Moor with its beautiful Parish Church and village green, and Highgate
with its village shops centred on the attractive, almost two hundred year old, Colonnade. Explore the

Hawkhurst Heritage Trail, of just under six miles, to discover some of our history.
Set in the inspiring landscape of the High Weald, Hawkhurst is within easy reach of the sea, of interesting historical towns like Rye, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Battle and Hastings, and of excellent countryside attractions including Bedgebury National Pinetum, Bewl Water reservoir and world famous houses and gardens.

Nearer at hand the village is surrounded by beautiful woodlands, orchards and pasture land, many criss crossed by public footbaths. Relax in a pub garden, sample some local food, come and discover Hawkhurst, the crossroads of the Weald.