Joydens WoodAnytime Orienteering
Credit: Edward Parker / WTML
Location Info
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Near: Bexley Lat,Lng: 51.42254,0.15810 Postcode: DA2 7NY What3Words: ///likes.cool.bucks
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Directions / Parking
There is no car park at the wood. Limited street parking is available along Summerhouse Drive, close to the main entrance. There is also a pay and display car park on Bexley High Street and parking at Bexley train station which is within walking distance of the wood.
Overview
Joyden’s Wood is a tranquil, ancient woodland right on London’s doorstep. With its remarkable flora, abundant wildlife, and an intriguing history stretching back to Roman times, it’s a wonderful place to escape the hectic pace of city life.
Map: 1:10,000, full colour, 5m contours.
4 courses available
Maps
Download PDF of all course maps and instructions
Safety Notes
Please TAKE CARE, particularly after wet weather when the ground may be slippery, and leave no litter.
Nearest A&E Hospital
Darent Valley Hospital, Dartford DA2 8DS
NHS Urgent care search
Facilities
The nearest toilets are at Summerhouse Drive Library during opening hours (Tuesday and Thursday from 9am-1pm and 2pm-6pm, Friday 2pm-6pm, and Saturday 10am-2pm).
There are also facilities around 6.4km (4 miles) away in Dartford town centre. The closest is on Market Street, near the library, where there are disabled facilities which can be accessed via a RADAR key.