Royal Military Canal Path

A long distance path of 27 miles along a scheduled ancient monument of military significance in the south-east of England. Maps, statistics and gpx route file for the walk are included.

Google Maps Open Source Maps

Statistics and Files
Start: Pett Level, E Sussex
Distance: 27 miles (43 km)
Grid Ref: TQ888134
 
Climbing: 115 metres
Walk time: 10-13 hours
Days: 1-2

Ordnance Survey Explorer Map (1:25,000)

Summary: The Royal Military Canal Path mainly follows a canal-side path, which fringes the northern edge of Romney Marsh and which was built in the early 19th century as a defence against a possible invasion by Napoleon. The Canal is a Scheduled Ancient Monument and a SSSI. From the start of the path at Pett Level the walk visits Winchelsea, Rye, Appledore, Warehorne, Hamstreet, Ruckinge, Bilsington and West Hythe before finishing beyond Hythe on the western edge of Folkestone.


Useful Links:
Tim Bertuchi
Royal Military Canal Path
Long Distance Walkers Association


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