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Shorne Woods pool of water walkwayShorne Woods Country Park18th July 2023One of the most popular country parks in Kent, Shorne Woods offers everything you need to spend a day enjoying the great outdoors.
Sweeping grassland views with cloudy skiesBurham Down18th July 2023Burham Down shares nearby Blue Bell Hill's spectacular views over the Weald, and adds beautiful high chalk meadows, making it very important for local wildlife.
Public foot path sign, overlooking White Cliffs of Dover, with green and sea in the distance.The White Cliffs of Dover17th July 2023The White Cliffs of Dover are one of this country's most spectacular natural features. Rising out of the English Channel they are a dramatic and…
Toys Hill20th February 2023A National Trust woodland, Toys Hill is a Grade I site of national importance for nature conservation, and one of the highest points in Kent.
Close-up of flowers in meadow.Queendown Warren20th February 2023Queendown Warren is a small reserve offering walks on a steeply sloping chalky hillside. The reserve has many wild flowers including ten species of orchid.
Sunset view from Holly Hill. Two people at bench.Holly Hill Wood20th February 2023One of the highest points in Kent, Holly Hill is a wooded hilltop retreat surrounded by rolling fields leading down to the River Medway.
Two people seated on posts, overlooking Blue Bell Hill grass fields view on a sunny day.Blue Bell Hill Picnic Site20th February 2023Blue Bell Hill Picnic Site offers magnificent panoramic views over the Medway Valley and is an ideal spot for both walkers and picnics.
Ashenbank Wood Ancient Woodland31st January 2022Ashenbank Wood is a peaceful ancient woodland in Gravesend home to rare animals and plants, including a dazzling bluebell display in spring.
View of Sugarloaf hill and edge of Folkestone townFolkestone Downs20th January 2022Folkestone Downs offers dramatic views across Folkestone and the Channel. The steep downland also provides a habitat for a large range of wildlife.
Two people walk through kissing gate at edge of woodlandKemsing Down20th January 2022Featuring steep chalk downland and ancient woodland, Kemsing Down is a great place to enjoy both beautiful views and isolated woodland walks.
Brockhill1Brockhill Country Park20th January 2022Brockhill's lake, woods, meadows, picnic and play areas – along with the excellent Brockhill Café – make it a great spot for a family day…
Grass field and trees in distance, view across Hucking Estate.Hucking Estate Woodland20th January 2022Hucking Estate is much more than just woodland – this entire area is being preserved as a wonderful remnant of the traditional rural English landscape.
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