If you are looking to visit a lavender field this summer but do not have a car, you can take this scenic walk from a Kent village that takes just 30 minutes.
Lavender season is about to be in full swing, with England’s lavender fields bursting into bloom with rows of the fragrant flower.
But you do not need a car to reach one of Kent’s only lavender fields, Castle Farm in Shoreham, which can be reached on foot from Eynsford.
Garnering attention on social media, the walk is only around 1.4 miles in length.
The walk and how to get there from London
Starting from Eynsford station, which can be reached from London Blackfriars or London Bridge via Swanley, as well as Bromley South, the journey takes less than an hour, meaning the trip can easily be done car free.
The walk takes around 30 minutes. It begins from Eynsford station, with walkers heading into the village centre before crossing the River Darent via the historic bridge.
The route then follows the Darent Valley Path south, with the river to one side, leading through open fields, past a railway crossing and alongside Lullingstone Country Park.
The path continues past Lullingstone Castle before arriving at Castle Farm, known for its rows of fragrant lavender.
The village of Eynsford
Walkers will pass through the quaint, historic village of Eynsford, known for its links with the ITV show The Larkins, where a number of recognisable filming locations, including the village hall, The Castle Hotel and the ford, can be spotted along the route.
Nestled in the Darent Valley between Sevenoaks and Dartford, the village combines countryside charm with accessibility.
Setting out from the station towards the village centre, walkers are quickly met with some of Eynsford’s most picturesque features. The route leads past the historic hump backed bridge and shallow ford across the River Darent, with the church rising in the background and traditional timber framed cottages lining the streets.
Nearby, the ruins of Eynsford Castle, dating back to the Norman period, provide a striking reminder of the village’s long history, while independent spots such as the historic Bridgehouse Store add to its old world character.
Continuing south out of the village, the walk follows the Darent Valley Path, offering views of open countryside and the river as it winds through water meadows.
Walkers will see the Victorian railway viaduct spanning the valley before the route passes through fields and along the edge of Lullingstone Country Park.
Further along, Lullingstone Castle and its historic estate come into view before the path continues towards the valley floor where Castle Farm awaits.
An Instagram worthy lavender field
The walk finishes at Castle Farm in the Darent Valley, where the landscape opens out into one of Kent’s most striking seasonal displays.
Set just outside Shoreham, the farm is widely recognised as the county’s largest lavender producer, with vast fields stretching across the valley, growing both Folgate and Grosso varieties of lavender.
Lavender season typically runs from mid June to the end of July, when more than a million flowers come into bloom across around 100 acres of land.
Visitors can take part in lavender field walks, allowing them to explore the fields at their own pace, or join guided tours to learn more about how the crop is grown, harvested and distilled.
Seasonal events also include bring your own picnic experiences, offering the chance to sit among the flowers and take in the views across the valley.
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