Getting There
Southbound: After the Dartford Crossing (A282) leave the A282 at Junction 2, signed Canterbury, London M2.
Branch left onto the A2, signed Canterbury A2.
Northbound: Leave the M25 at Junction 2, signed London, Bexleyheath, Canterbury and Dartford.
At the roundabout take the 3rd exit and then merge onto the A2, signed Canterbury M2.
Both directions: From the A2 take the 1st turning to Green (Hythe), Bluewater B255.
At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit signed Bean B255.
At the next roundabout take the 2nd exit, signed Bean.
Beacon Wood Country Park is now signed with brown signposts.
At the mini-roundabout, go straight over.
Take the 1st exit at the next mini-roundabout.
Go up and over the hill and the park entrance is signed on the right hand side.
Return to M25 Junction 2
Turn left from the car park.
Take the 2nd exit at the mini-roundabout, and then straight over the next mini-roundabout.
At the roundabout take the 2nd exit and then merge onto the A2, signed M25 and London.
Follow signs to the M25 signed Gatwick (southbound) and Dartford Crossing A282 (northbound)
Beacon Wood Country Park, Southfleet Road, Bean
This is a fascinating park, so close to the road network and yet utterly remote in atmosphere. There is over 88 acres of space, created over the site of former clay pits.
The information board gives details of the trails in the park, including an easy access route. On the day we were only able to find the yellow colour coded posts though. But no complaints – it's a charming walk. Depending on the season, you may catch a glimpse of the thriving wildlife scene here.
Facilities
Car parking – Mon-Sat 50p, Sundays and Bank Holidays £1.00, Pay&Display.
Picnic areas. Info board. Dog poo bins throughout park.
Useful Links
Beacon Wood Country Park
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