Linear walk Hempstead to Maidstone

This is a mainly downhill walk to Maidstone some assent to the top of the north Downs before descending to Maidstone walking through woods and fields. (Please note: there will be an option to do 7 miles rather than the 9.3 miles and still end up in Maidstone - please let the walk leader know at the start if you wish to do 7 miles). Bring snacks and drink, plenty of cafés and pubs in Maidstone. Return using the 130 bus from King Street bus stop K times 14.05 and16.05.