Getting There
Sat Nav: ME5 9RJ
Leave the M2 at junction 3, signed A229 Maidstone, Chatham.
At the next roundabout take the 3rd exit, A229, signed Chatham, Rochester.
Just after half a mile, turn left – signed Crematorium, Blue Bell Hill.
At the Blue Bell Inn turn right down Common Road. The Robin Hood PH is on the right hand side down a short entry lane.
Return to M2 Junction 3
Retrace your route to the A229, turning left on to it.
At the Lord Lees roundabout take the 4th exit, signed London M2.
At the next roundabout rejoin the M2 (Northbound 1st exit).
The Robin Hood
Length of walk: approx 2.5 miles / 1 hour
Return to the road and turn left.
Walk along the road until the 1st Public Footpath sign points you left across a field. Stay on this path and it will take you into the trees.
After this, the path is basically a straight line, heading gently downhill. Ignore all tracks to the left and right.
After 20 minutes or so you will begin to hear the rumblings of 21st century transportation getting louder. Emerging from the wood you will see Upper Nathenden Farm ahead of you. Just before the farm, turn left onto the waymarked Bridleway and head back into the woods.
Stay on this path and it leads you straight back to the Robin Hood on a slight upward incline.
The fenced meadow on your right appears to be a flood meadow and so it is probably a good idea to keep your dog out of it during very wet weather.
Facilities
The Robin Hood
Common Road, Chatham, Kent
Tel: 01634861500
Park in the Robin Hood car park if you intend to use the facilities – and who wouldn't, as this is a very friendly pub where dogs are welcomed both inside in the bar and in the spacious garden seating area. A large dog water bowl is constantly topped up with fresh running water.
For children, there is a large safe play area with exotic birds in a small aviary.
Food is available at lunchtimes (1200-1430).