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Sheep in grass field with woodland in distance, sun shining.Walking tagsA Classic Kent LandscapePart of the Linking Coast to Downs series, this circular walk explores the historic villages, orchards and arable land of Swale. SittingbourneSave A Classic Kent Landscape to favourites
View across flowering rapeseed field to Lenham War Memorial chalk hill figureWalking tagsA Tapestry of History and WildlifePart of the Linking Coast to Downs series, walk from Conyer to Lenham through the Kent Downs National Landscape. LenhamSave A Tapestry of History and Wildlife to favourites
Grass field and trees in distance, view across Hucking Estate.Walking tagsAncient Woodland and WatersPart of the Linking Coast to Downs series, walk from Milton Creek to the Hucking Estate, near Hollingbourne. HollingbourneSave Ancient Woodland and Waters to favourites
Two people seated on posts, overlooking Blue Bell Hill grass fields view on a sunny day.Walking tagsAylesford Community TrailsExplore four walking trails around Aylesford: the Walderslade, Blue Bell Hill, Eccles and Aylesford loops AylesfordSave Aylesford Community Trails to favourites
Walking tagsAylesford rail trailA 7.1 mile / 11.5km circular walk through the beautiful landscape of the Kent Downs, with remnants of a rich Neolithic and industrial past dotted… AylesfordSave Aylesford rail trail to favourites
Image of tree branches with Autumnal leavesWalking tagsBarham & Adisham walkThis 6 mile walk is relatively flat with plenty of open fields to venture through and a few perfect places to discover for a picnic.… AdishamSave Barham & Adisham walk to favourites
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Cycling tagsCathedral to Coast cycle ride – Canterbury to DoverUndertake your own Pilgrim's Progress on this marvellous 50 mile (80km) circular ride using Regional Routes 16 and 17 linking Dover, Canterbury and Folkestone. Canterbury, Dover, FolkestoneSave Cathedral to Coast cycle ride – Canterbury to Dover to favourites
Two older children cycling on the Viking Coastal Trail. Standing and looking at the view.Cycling tagsWalking tagsExplore Canterbury Town Walking & Cycling RoutesExplore the medieval city of Canterbury, birthplace of Christopher Marlowe, by bicycle or foot taking in world famous sights such as the Cathedral, St Augustine's… CanterburySave Explore Canterbury Town Walking & Cycling Routes to favourites
Great Stour WayCycling tagsGreat Stour wayRunning between Canterbury and Chartham this 3 mile long traffic free multi-user route following National Cycle Route 18 provides a beautiful and tranquil journey along… CharthamSave Great Stour way to favourites
Hythe Royal Military Canal with trees along the water edge.Cycling tagsHythe and the Royal Military CanalThe 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… HytheSave Hythe and the Royal Military Canal to favourites
Group of people walking, two with sticks, on grass field with trees in the distance.Cycling tagsWalking tagsNorth Downs Way 1 : Farnham to GuildfordEnjoy an easy introduction to the North Downs Way with peaceful and rural views and plenty to exploreSave North Downs Way 1 : Farnham to Guildford to favourites
Cycling tagsWalking tagsNorth Downs Way 11 : Chilham to CanterburyWalk the hallowed route taken by pilgrims for centuries, from the picturesque village of Chilham to Canterbury Cathedral.Save North Downs Way 11 : Chilham to Canterbury to favourites
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Dover Beach on and sea front a sunny day. Sea on the right, with beach, cliffs and road to the left.Beaches tagsDoverBask at the foot of those iconic White Cliffs and look out across the world's busiest straits. DoverSave Dover to favourites
Beaches tagsFolkestone BeachThis fantastic family bay is a great place to go swimming, visit the mermaid café, and play in the adventure playground in the Lower Leas… FolkestoneSave Folkestone Beach to favourites
Beaches tagsHythe BeachHythe is surrounded by countryside and edged by the sea, so what more could you want from an afternoon trip to the coast? HytheSave Hythe Beach to favourites
To people walking on sandy beach, away from camera. Sunny day.Beaches tagsKingsdown BeachYou'll find all you need for an afternoon on the beach at Kingsdown, a secluded half sand, half shingle beach with plenty of rock pools… DealSave Kingsdown Beach to favourites
Beaches tagsSamphire Hoe BeachSamphire Hoe is a unique, new nature reserve developed by Eurotunnel during the construction of the Channel Tunnel. DoverSave Samphire Hoe Beach to favourites
Beaches tagsShakespeare CliffShakespeare Cliff, thought to have inspired a passage from Shakespeare's King Lear, is a dramatic cliff-top site with stunning views over Samphire Hoe and Dover… DoverSave Shakespeare Cliff to favourites
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Brockhill1Parks & open spaces tagsRivers and Lakes tagsBrockhill Country ParkBrockhill's lake, woods, meadows, picnic and play areas – along with the excellent Brockhill Café – make it a great spot for a family day… SaltwoodSave Brockhill Country Park to favourites
Two people seated on posts, overlooking Blue Bell Hill grass fields view on a sunny day.Parks & open spaces tagsBlue Bell Hill Picnic SiteBlue Bell Hill Picnic Site offers magnificent panoramic views over the Medway Valley and is an ideal spot for both walkers and picnics. WaldersladeSave Blue Bell Hill Picnic Site to favourites
Sweeping grassland views with cloudy skiesParks & open spaces tagsBurham DownBurham 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. BurhamSave Burham Down to favourites
Parks & open spaces tagsEast Cliff and Warren Country ParkRich in wildlife and offering views of the famous White Cliffs, East Cliff and Warren Country Park is a dramatic landscape formed by landslides just… FolkestoneSave East Cliff and Warren Country Park to favourites
View of Sugarloaf hill and edge of Folkestone townParks & open spaces tagsFolkestone DownsFolkestone Downs offers dramatic views across Folkestone and the Channel. The steep downland also provides a habitat for a large range of wildlife. FolkestoneSave Folkestone Downs to favourites
Sunset view from Holly Hill. Two people at bench.Parks & open spaces tagsHolly Hill WoodOne of the highest points in Kent, Holly Hill is a wooded hilltop retreat surrounded by rolling fields leading down to the River Medway. HallingSave Holly Hill Wood to favourites
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Women meditating on the forest floorWellbeingA Sensory Journey in NatureEscape on a sensory journey with Hinoki Forest Bathing. Led by a qualified Forest Bathing guide, you are invited to take in the relaxing atmosphere… Less than 3 hours £25Save A Sensory Journey in Nature to favourites
Food & DrinkBecome a Rebel FarmerQuit the hustle and bustle and discover what it means to be a Rebel Farmer: learn to make organic fruit and veg all-year-round, tour a… 4 hoursSave Become a Rebel Farmer to favourites
Food & DrinkBrabourne Vineyard Tour and TastingDiscover how Brabourne Vineyard produces it's award winning wines on their south west facing chalk slopes in the heart of the Kent Downs. 1 hourSave Brabourne Vineyard Tour and Tasting to favourites
Arts & CraftsCapture Kent (Canterbury)Join Capture Kent on a relaxed 2-hour photography walking experience, taking in Canterbury’s medieval ramparts, its Norman Castle, and its meadows and rivers. 2.5 hours £80Save Capture Kent (Canterbury) to favourites
Arts & CraftsCapture Kent (Dover Cliffs)Join Capture Kent on a relaxed 2-hour photography walking experience, taking in the iconic coastline and natural beauty of Dover Cliffs. 2.5 hours £80Save Capture Kent (Dover Cliffs) to favourites
Arts & CraftsCreative Glass ClassesJoin Creative Retreats and Holidays for a range of creative glass classes in the Kent Downs National Landscape and be inspired by the beautiful surroundings. 3 hours to 2 days From £30Save Creative Glass Classes to favourites
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Arts & CraftsCreative Glass ClassesJoin Creative Retreats and Holidays for a range of creative glass classes in the Kent Downs National Landscape and be inspired by the beautiful surroundings. 3 hours to 2 days From £30Save Creative Glass Classes to favourites
Arts & CraftsCreative PilgrimsGrab a sketchbook and explore ancient churches, take in spectacular views and capture memories — by drawing them! Half a day/Whole Day £50 half day, £90 whole day including foodSave Creative Pilgrims to favourites
Family FunFamily Mini Survival AdventureJoin Natural Pathways in the woodlands of the Kent Downs National Landscape for a Family Mini Survival Adventure, where you'll build shelters, campfires and cook… 3 hours £25 per personSave Family Mini Survival Adventure to favourites
Food & DrinkGourmet Foraging DaysEscape to the coast or ancient woodland on gourmet foraging experiences near Deal and Canterbury, led by Lucia from The Wild Kitchen. 5-8 hours £129Save Gourmet Foraging Days to favourites
Close-up of a person kneading dough on flour surface.Food & DrinkKent Cookery SchoolVisit The Kent Cookery School, a place for all food lovers of all abilities to learn, enjoy and cook up a feast using local ingredients… 3-5 hours £70Save Kent Cookery School to favourites
Outdoor ActivitiesMindful CoachingIf you value self-development, want help realising your personal goals, or even just take a moment to reset in nature, Martin will help you get… Half a day/Whole daySave Mindful Coaching to favourites
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Food & Drink‘Shanks’ pony to horse drawn carriage ride in Kent DownsA family day exploring Trosley Country Park on foot followed by a shire horse carriage ride in the beautiful Kent Downs National Landscape. 1 daySave ‘Shanks’ pony to horse drawn carriage ride in Kent Downs to favourites
Close-up cooking chapattis over an open fire.Food & Drink24hrs of Woodland Escapes and Wellbeing Escapades24 hours is never feels like enough, but we’ve got the thing for you to make the most of every second. 2 daysSave 24hrs of Woodland Escapes and Wellbeing Escapades to favourites
Close-up person with small axe cutting on wooden block to make a spoon.Culture & Heritage4 Day Cultural Countryside Escapes to Capture Your CreativityWhether you’re just exploring for the day or making a stay of it, our Green Spacers itineraries celebrate and nurture the land and capture the… 4 daysSave 4 Day Cultural Countryside Escapes to Capture Your Creativity to favourites
Adult and child walking on path, through woodland with tall trees.Family FunA 3 Day Family Adventure of Connection, Creativity and Country ParksLet mother nature play host and spend quality time in the great outdoors with your children. 3 daysSave A 3 Day Family Adventure of Connection, Creativity and Country Parks to favourites
Food & DrinkA reflection of delights in the Kent DownsTry your hand at glass art during a relaxing course with Matt at Creative Retreats in Chilham. 2 daysSave A reflection of delights in the Kent Downs to favourites
Food & DrinkAncient Pilgrims of Canterbury and the Kent Downs.Walk in the footsteps of pilgrims from Patrixbourne along the Elham Valley Way and through the surrounding Kent Downs 1 daySave Ancient Pilgrims of Canterbury and the Kent Downs. to favourites
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Food & DrinkCoast and Clifftop Tour of the Kent DownsAdmire the Outstanding Natural Beauty of the Kent Downs when you walk two sections of England’s Epic Coastal Path. 1 daySave Coast and Clifftop Tour of the Kent Downs to favourites
Two people sitting on beach looking out to sea.Culture & HeritageCoastal calmExperience the calming effect of the ocean on this coastal retreat. 1 daySave Coastal calm to favourites
Couple walking towards Shelly's tea room, on a sunny day.Arts & CraftsCultural ChilhamExperience the medieval village of Chilham and immerse yourself in historical Kent. 1 daySave Cultural Chilham to favourites
Family FunCultural Exploits for all the FamilyFrom muddy wellies in woodland puddles to discovering what it was like to live as Kentish Gentry! 1 daySave Cultural Exploits for all the Family to favourites
Food & DrinkDive into the Kent Downs from CanterburyDiscover what the Kent Downs bordering Canterbury have to offer! 1 daySave Dive into the Kent Downs from Canterbury to favourites
Family FunFamily Adventures in the Kent DownsBike along the River Stour from Canterbury to Chartham and meet the farm animals at Badgers Hill near Chilham. 1 daySave Family Adventures in the Kent Downs to favourites
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Brook Rural Museum entrance and signCulture & Heritage tagsBrook Rural Museum: Summer Opening25th May - 29th September 2024, 2pm - 5pmFREE ENTRY to Brook Rural Museum Saturdays and Sundays 2 - 5pm BrookSave Brook Rural Museum: Summer Opening to favourites
GeoAdventures tagsGet GeoCurious tagsSalt+Earth tagsThe Chalk Path/Le Chemin de Craie6th July - 30th September 2024Journey through the Deep Time of the chalk cliffs at their closest point across the Channel with this bilingual self-guided audio walk. FolkestoneSave The Chalk Path/Le Chemin de Craie to favourites
Walking tagsWildlife & Nature tagsThe Warren Wheeled Adventure19th September 2024, 10am to 12pmWild with Wheels is delighted to invite you to join us at Folkestone Warren on the 3rd Thursday of the month. FolkestoneSave The Warren Wheeled Adventure to favourites
Handmade necklace around neckArts & Crafts tagsSalt+Earth tagsSALT+EARTH: Sea-Flutes Ceramic Workshop20th September 2024, 6.30pm - 8pmMake your own wearable artwork inspired by the Sea-Flutes project, and using the same black-bodied clay FolkestoneSave SALT+EARTH: Sea-Flutes Ceramic Workshop to favourites
GeoAdventures Event Featured ImageCulture & Heritage tagsGeoAdventures tagsSalt+Earth tagsWalking tagsThe Chalk Path at Sunrise: Part one21st September 2024, 6.30amJoin us for this special walk where artists Alison Neighbour and Elodie Merland will lead a ceremonial version of The Chalk Path for a small… FolkestoneSave The Chalk Path at Sunrise: Part one to favourites
GeoAdventures Event Featured Image (20)Culture & Heritage tagsGeoAdventures tagsSalt+Earth tagsWalking tagsThe Chalk Path at Sunset: Part two21st September 2024, 6pmJoin us for this special occasion where artists Alison Neighbour and Elodie Merland will lead a ceremonial version of The Chalk Path for a small… Caps et Marais d'Opale Regional Natural ParkSave The Chalk Path at Sunset: Part two to favourites
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Brook Rural Museum entrance and signCulture & Heritage tagsBrook Rural Museum: Summer Opening25th May - 29th September 2024, 2pm - 5pmFREE ENTRY to Brook Rural Museum Saturdays and Sundays 2 - 5pm BrookSave Brook Rural Museum: Summer Opening to favourites
GeoAdventures tagsGet GeoCurious tagsSalt+Earth tagsThe Chalk Path/Le Chemin de Craie6th July - 30th September 2024Journey through the Deep Time of the chalk cliffs at their closest point across the Channel with this bilingual self-guided audio walk. FolkestoneSave The Chalk Path/Le Chemin de Craie to favourites
Walking tagsWildlife & Nature tagsThe Warren Wheeled Adventure19th September 2024, 10am to 12pmWild with Wheels is delighted to invite you to join us at Folkestone Warren on the 3rd Thursday of the month. FolkestoneSave The Warren Wheeled Adventure to favourites
Handmade necklace around neckArts & Crafts tagsSalt+Earth tagsSALT+EARTH: Sea-Flutes Ceramic Workshop20th September 2024, 6.30pm - 8pmMake your own wearable artwork inspired by the Sea-Flutes project, and using the same black-bodied clay FolkestoneSave SALT+EARTH: Sea-Flutes Ceramic Workshop to favourites
GeoAdventures Event Featured ImageCulture & Heritage tagsGeoAdventures tagsSalt+Earth tagsWalking tagsThe Chalk Path at Sunrise: Part one21st September 2024, 6.30amJoin us for this special walk where artists Alison Neighbour and Elodie Merland will lead a ceremonial version of The Chalk Path for a small… FolkestoneSave The Chalk Path at Sunrise: Part one to favourites
GeoAdventures Event Featured Image (20)Culture & Heritage tagsGeoAdventures tagsSalt+Earth tagsWalking tagsThe Chalk Path at Sunset: Part two21st September 2024, 6pmJoin us for this special occasion where artists Alison Neighbour and Elodie Merland will lead a ceremonial version of The Chalk Path for a small… Caps et Marais d'Opale Regional Natural ParkSave The Chalk Path at Sunset: Part two to favourites
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LiDAR map of Bore Place heritage pondsUnearthing Kent’s Hidden Ponds…27th August 2024Exciting progress in the Kent Downs Heritage Ponds Project with over 350 historic ponds mapped so far. Discover how we're reviving Kent’s hidden aquatic treasures.Save Unearthing Kent’s Hidden Ponds… to favourites
A grid of images showcasing the artists and events taking place at this year's festival.SALT + EARTH: Festival returns to Folkestone this October!15th August 2024Celebrate nature, culture, geology and community at the SALT + EARTH: Festival of Landscape, Seascape & The Environment, returning to Folkestone from 4 to 6…Save SALT + EARTH: Festival returns to Folkestone this October! to favourites
Late summer orchids in the Kent Downs30th July 2024Discover the orchids to look out for in August and where to spot them in the Kent Downs.Save Late summer orchids in the Kent Downs to favourites
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LiDAR map of Bore Place heritage pondsUnearthing Kent’s Hidden Ponds…27th August 2024Exciting progress in the Kent Downs Heritage Ponds Project with over 350 historic ponds mapped so far. Discover how we're reviving Kent’s hidden aquatic treasures.Save Unearthing Kent’s Hidden Ponds… to favourites
A grid of images showcasing the artists and events taking place at this year's festival.SALT + EARTH: Festival returns to Folkestone this October!15th August 2024Celebrate nature, culture, geology and community at the SALT + EARTH: Festival of Landscape, Seascape & The Environment, returning to Folkestone from 4 to 6…Save SALT + EARTH: Festival returns to Folkestone this October! to favourites
Late summer orchids in the Kent Downs30th July 2024Discover the orchids to look out for in August and where to spot them in the Kent Downs.Save Late summer orchids in the Kent Downs to favourites
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Bell Tent in clearing at Badgells Wood, surrounded by trees.Accommodation tagsBadgells Wood CampingDiscover off-grid woodland camping in the Kent Downs National Landscape at Badgells Wood, near Meopham. MeophamSave Badgells Wood Camping to favourites
Accommodation tagsVineyard tagsBrabourne VineyardBrabourne Vineyard is sited at the foot of the Kent Downs, taking advantage of a southwest facing chalk slope to produce medal winning sparkling and… BrabourneSave Brabourne Vineyard to favourites
Accommodation tagsKits Coty GlampingKits Coty Glamping is a quiet, multi award winning family run glamping site located in the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, close to… AylesfordSave Kits Coty Glamping to favourites
Accommodation tagsSkylark EscapesSkylark Escapes specialise in characterful, quirky and unique holiday cottages in the Kent Downs. WalthamSave Skylark Escapes to favourites
Accommodation tagsVenue tagsVisitor attraction tagsThe Lost Village of Dode.In a hidden Kentish valley, Dode has been a sacred place of peace for over 900 years. A truly unique venue for weddings, baby naming… DodeSave The Lost Village of Dode. to favourites
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Venue tagsPainters Forstal Community HallPainters Forstal Community Hall is a state-of-the-art building offering space for community events and venue hire. Painters ForstalSave Painters Forstal Community Hall to favourites
Accommodation tagsVenue tagsVisitor attraction tagsThe Lost Village of Dode.In a hidden Kentish valley, Dode has been a sacred place of peace for over 900 years. A truly unique venue for weddings, baby naming… DodeSave The Lost Village of Dode. to favourites
Accommodation tagsSkylark EscapesSkylark Escapes specialise in characterful, quirky and unique holiday cottages in the Kent Downs. WalthamSave Skylark Escapes to favourites
Accommodation tagsKits Coty GlampingKits Coty Glamping is a quiet, multi award winning family run glamping site located in the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, close to… AylesfordSave Kits Coty Glamping to favourites
Accommodation tagsVineyard tagsBrabourne VineyardBrabourne Vineyard is sited at the foot of the Kent Downs, taking advantage of a southwest facing chalk slope to produce medal winning sparkling and… BrabourneSave Brabourne Vineyard to favourites
Bell Tent in clearing at Badgells Wood, surrounded by trees.Accommodation tagsBadgells Wood CampingDiscover off-grid woodland camping in the Kent Downs National Landscape at Badgells Wood, near Meopham. MeophamSave Badgells Wood Camping to favourites
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North downs way sign post in a country lane.About usThe Kent Downs National Landscape is one of 46 National Landscapes across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The Kent Downs stretch from the white cliffs…Save About us to favourites
Landscape panorama of green fields and blue skiesContact usFind the details on how to get in touch with us.Save Contact us to favourites

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Who we areMeet the AONB team and find out about the AONB Partnership, JAC and our partners.Save Who we are to favourites
What we doDiscover the purpose of the AONB and what we do.Save What we do to favourites