Pilgrimage and Self Discovery in the Kent Downs
Take some time to learn more about yourself by taking a journey with special meaning to you either on your own or with others.
We're working with experts and identifying routes that ancient pilgrims used to reach special destinations including Canterbury Cathedral, stone henges and natural wells and springs with spiritual significance. Our new experiences will encourage you to do the same with a combination of mindfulness, heritage immersion and of course really connecting to the restorative power of nature.
When guidelines allow we'd love for you to join us on these paths of self-discovery, to use historic experiences to help shape our future and work together to protect our beautiful countryside.
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Fancy something a bit different?
Visit this page to see all of our upcoming experience themes or choose one of these:
Learn about what's to come
We looking to connect pilgrimage leaders with Kent visitors and locals so whether your religious or not you'll soon be able to enjoy a transformational journey into Kent's Countryside.
Start your Kent Journey
If we've already whetted your pilgrimage appetite then take a look at some of these walks and locations where you can start to discover incredible views and yourself along the way.
Discover More Pilgrimage Spots
We've collated a range of routes and trails where you can get outside and explore, just visit our activity page for places you can visit within the Kent Downs AONB. For more inspiration and routes across Kent and the UK check-out some of our partners below.
Explore Kent
Discover 100's of pre-planned routes suitable for all abilities and activities with full information including route description, distance, parking locations, travel options and of course downloadable maps! Click here.
Produced in Kent
Discover wonderful artisan crafters busy making beautiful things for your home and garden and serving wonderful produce. Soon you'll find workshops, courses and events on offer too as lockdown easing continues, we're soooo excited!
Visit Kent
The place to visit to find Kent's best attractions, local events, taste sensations and of course featuring all of the best and beautiful locations across our favourite county. You'll find inspiration and information to help make your next visit easy.
North Downs Way
With not 1 but 2 National Trails in Kent, the North Downs Way and England Coast Path, you're bound to find something to tickle your outdoor tastebuds. Plan your own itinerary and book some time for some of Kent's top attractions and perhaps a pub or 2 along the way.
Green Pilgrimage
Find out more about our Green Pilgrimage project and some of the pilgrimage activities we've been working on and the partners we continue to work with to highlight this important area of self-discovery and mindfulness.
New Pilgrims Festival
We are inviting quotes to deliver a modern-day pilgrimage festival to celebrate Kent’s rich pilgrim heritage. The festival will celebrate diverse interpretations of pilgrimage including concepts of rest, recovery, wellbeing and will encourage diverse participation from people of no faith and people of many different faiths. Interested in running the event? Apply here.
Please Visit Safely
We want you to have a great time in the great outdoors so please see below for some top tips and advice to ensure your visit is safe and countryside-friendly...
Make your trip sustainable
The Kent Downs and North Downs Way is well connected by rail, bike and bus and you won't need to worry about finding a parking space either. Here are a few tips...
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Culture & Heritage
Learn about Kent's heritage and visit some of the iconic locations that shaped our county.
Wellbeing
Escape for some rest and relaxation in some of Kent's most beautiful places.
Food & Drink
Discover new tastes and treats from wonderful artisans across the county.
Arts & Crafts
Find your inner artist and share in the passion and knowledge of local experts.
Outdoor Activities
Blow away the cobwebs in our gorgeous woodlands, grasslands and coastline.
Nature & Wildlife
Learn more about the nature and animals around you, perfect for little and big ones!
Family Fun
Reconnect with the outdoors and your favourite people with family focussed activities.
Farming & Nature
Visit a local farm, boost your nature knowledge, learn new skills and make memories.
Help us build experiences...
Do you have an activity or business along our routes that you'd like to promote to Walkers and Cyclists? We have a package of support and help available so please get in touch.
Help us create a new Pilgrims Festival
If you or a business you know is interested in planning, organising and delivering our next Pilgrims Festival in Kent please send your proposal by 21st May. Click below to register your interest and to apply.


