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‘After The Black Gold’ By Channel
2nd March 2023
Taking inspiration from local mining heritage, this purposely simple piece takes the form of a timber structure supporting two lean-to roof pitches which together provide…
‘We are all Winners’ By Alma Tischlerwood
1st March 2023
A winner’s podium in the shape of a bench, playfully depicting both the present and the ancient world. A place to relax and reflect, signifying…
Hythe and the Royal Military Canal
29th November 2022
The Royal Military Canal offers a variety of cycle routes so you can choose from a 4.5 mile (7.2km) mainly off-road ride following the banks…
Elham Walk
20th January 2022
This walk through a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty starts from Elham's picturesque medieval church. The distance of the journey is 3.7 miles (6km).
Royal Military Canal – West Hythe to Hythe
20th January 2022
Enjoy either a 1.9 mile or 4 mile walk on mainly flat surfaced paths along the Royal Military canal.
Saltwood Saunter
20th January 2022
This delightful circular walk starts at Brockhill Country Park, a Site of Conservation Interest. The park, once part of the estate of a Norman manor,…
South Foreland Lighthouse walk
20th January 2022
Discover the White Cliffs of Dover, the most iconic symbol of our county, along this refreshing walk overlooking the English Channel - one of the…
Hythe to Folkestone Walk: Art & Nostalgia
27th February 2020
This walk from Hythe to Folkestone gives you the best opportunities to appreciate the stunning artwork which is displayed at Folkestone Harbour as well as…
Folkestone to Dover Walk: Two Harbours Walk
27th February 2020
This walk is full of incredible clifftop views across the channel and glimpses into history from the Western Heights to Dover Castle.
Cathedral to Coast cycle ride – Canterbury to Dover
10th March 2015
Undertake your own Pilgrim's Progress on this marvellous 50 mile (80km) circular ride using Regional Routes 16 and 17 linking Dover, Canterbury and Folkestone.
Sandwich to Rye cycle ride
10th March 2015
Head into smugglers' territory as you follow National Routes 1 and 2 along the Kent coast, taking in stunning coastal cliff paths and quiet country…
Pilgrims Cycle Trail
3rd March 2015
From the wilds of the North Downs to the inspirational City of Canterbury, you will see the best of what Kent has to offer on…
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