High Weald Walking Festival

High Weald National Landscape

Join us for a packed programme of free guided and self-guided walk showcasing the best of the High Weald National Landscape. Now in its 9th year the High Weald Walking Festival is inviting you to get your boots on and explore this historic landscape, discover places of interest and admire breathtaking views. The festival is free and runs from 12th – 20th September 2026. The High Weald is a walker's paradise. Its heavily wooded landscape boasts over 2,500km of public rights of way that journey through great estates, ancient forests, scattered ridge-top villages and its steep climbs reward you with breathtaking views across the valleys and beyond. The Festival walks are for every level of walker whether you're looking for a gentle wellbeing stroll, are a seasoned long-distance hiker, or want to learn more about local habitats. Each walk is led by experienced, knowledgeable guides and walks are themed on a variety of topics such as wildlife, local history, literature, archaeology and geology.