Moonlit Night Hike at Challock (Kings Wood) – Guided Group Walk – 5 miles / 8km
Join us on our first night walk of 2025 in Kings Wood
- 7 Nov 2025
- 7pm
- £7
- Challock
Overview:
Step into the stillness of late autumn with a 5-mile night hike through Kings Wood, Challock. As the last of the leaves fall and the forest quietens for winter, we’ll explore this ancient woodland under the cover of darkness. With the chance to hear owls calling, encounter nocturnal wildlife, and gaze up at the stars from a low light-pollution area, this is a special opportunity to slow down and see woodlands like you haven’t before.
Route Details:
After a safety briefing we’ll walk the woodland trails through Kings Wood, giving our eyes time to adjust to the dark. The trees, now bare and sculptural, create striking silhouettes against the evening sky.
Kings Wood comes alive at night. Home to tawny and barn owls, we may hear their calls echoing through the trees. Bats, foxes, and even badgers make appearances after sunset—if we tread quietly, we may catch a glimpse.
With little light pollution in this part of Kent, we’ll pause to look skyward. On a clear evening, the stars shine bright, and the moon casts a beautiful glow through the trees, making the forest feel otherworldly.
This gentle-paced walk is perfect for nature lovers, those seeking peace, or anyone curious about hiking after dark.
Date: Friday November 7th
Time: 7pm
Cost: £7 per person (please bring a head torch)
Location: Meeting at Kings Wood –(full details in the booking confirmation email).
Duration: Please allow approx. 3 hours hours including breaks. Please note timings are approximates.
Distance: 5miles / 8km
Terrain: A mix of woodland trails, likely muddy or wet; suitable for most fitness levels.
Food & Drink: Please ensure you have all food you will need and enough water for this walk. We recommend 1.5L as a minimum. We will stop for a lunch so please bring some food with you.
Dogs: Well behaved on lead dogs are able to attend this event.
Toilets: There are no toilets enroute only a wild toilet!
Walk Leader: I am a fully trained Lowland Leader with a enhanced DBS (available upon request) and trained in outdoor first aid. I am also trained and qualified in nutrition, wellness and female health. MJ Outdoor Adventures is fully insured. Your safety is our priority.