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Rusthall Common

Common View, Tunbridge Wells, TN4 8RG

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Overview

  • About View
    • The following is available here: a sports pitch, trails and woodland.
    • There are no toilet facilities.
  • Parking and Public Transport View
  • Getting Around View
    • The following areas have stepped access: the southern part of the common from the main pathway down to Sweep's Cave, Cheesewring Rock and Tarry Path Pond.
    • The following areas have step-free access via slopes: large areas of the common.
    • Circulation routes around the site consist of: surfaced footpaths, unsurfaced paths, gravel paths and trails.
    • Some resting areas are available along circulation routes.
    • Wayfinding signage is provided.
    • Map boards are provided.
  • Getting Help and Assistance View
    • There is not a water bowl available for assistance dogs.

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Access Points

  • Access Points View
    • There are 10 access points to access Rusthall Common.
    • The access points are located off the access roads on and around the common.
    • All access points are step-free.
    • The approach to the access points may include uneven surfaces and steep slopes.
    • Some access points are clearly signed.
    • The access points include open gaps.
    • All gaps are at least 150cm wide.

Outdoor Spaces

  • About View
    • The following is available in this area: parkland, woodland and walkways.
  • Getting Around View
    • There are unsurfaced paths/trails throughout.
    • Path or trail surfaces consist of: gravel, compact gravel, compact earth and loose stones.
    • The majority of the unsurfaced footpaths are not wide enough for wheelchair users.
    • Paths or trails have some sections with potential obstacles such as: uneven surfaces and overgrowing vegetation.
    • There is wayfinding signage in this area.
    • There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the southern part of the common from the main pathway down to Sweep's Cave and Cheesewring Rock.
    • The following areas have step-free access via slopes: large areas of the common.