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What to do in the Kent Downs off season

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Country Parks

Country Parks each with its own unique character, parking, and facilities.

Lullingstone Country Park walkWalking tagsLullingstone Country Park walkDramatic views and history abound on this walk around Lullingstone Country Park to the village of Shoreham and along the Darent Valley path. LullingstoneSave Lullingstone Country Park walk to favourites
Shorne Woods Country Park easy access trailWalking tagsShorne Woods Country Park Stile Free TrailShorne Woods Country Park has it all: woodland, waymarked trails, a pond, a sensory garden, a picnic area, a trim trail, a café and so… ShorneSave Shorne Woods Country Park Stile Free Trail to favourites
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
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Discover Kent's Heritage Coast

Explore the magnificent chalk cliffs between Folkestone and Kingsdown form Kent’s Heritage Coast, one of Britain’s most evocative and best-known landmarks and the only UK destination to feature on Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2022.

Easy Access Trails

Ideal for people who are wheelchair users, those with pushchairs or just those who like flat surfaced routes with no gates or stiles.

Shorne Woods Country Park easy access trailWalking tagsShorne Woods Country Park Stile Free TrailShorne Woods Country Park has it all: woodland, waymarked trails, a pond, a sensory garden, a picnic area, a trim trail, a café and so… ShorneSave Shorne Woods Country Park Stile Free Trail to favourites
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The North Downs Way National Trail

Some of our favourite circular and linear walks on and around the North Downs Way National Trail

Wye Downs walkWalking tagsWye Downs walkChallenging climbs through this part of the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are rewarded by spectacular views. This exhilarating circular walk leads through… WyeSave Wye Downs walk to favourites
Chartham north Lost Landscape TrailWalking tagsChartham north Lost Landscape TrailThe 3.5 mile Chartham north trail follows the North Downs Way through the northern part of the parish, focusing on local field names. Chartham HatchSave Chartham north Lost Landscape Trail to favourites
Kemsing walkWalking tagsKemsing walkThis challenging 6.5 mile route passes through the beautiful village of Kemsing and offers walkers magnificent views across the Weald of Kent. KemsingSave Kemsing walk to favourites
Hollingbourne west Lost Landscapes walkWalking tagsHollingbourne west Lost Landscapes walkThis charming 6 mile walk takes you west of the village, past the ancient manor of Ripple and back along the famous Pilgrim's Way. HollingbourneSave Hollingbourne west Lost Landscapes walk to favourites
Harvel HikeWalking tagsHarvel HikeA pleasant 6.6 mile walk along the southern edge of the North Downs takes in some picturesque scenery and thriving woodland of Whitehorse Wood. Starting… West MallingSave Harvel Hike to favourites

Tips for Sustainable Visiting

You can help us to conserve and protect the Kent Downs landscape and wildlife by treading lightly and leaving the car at home if possible

How to get hereHow to get hereWith around 40 stations in and bordering the National Landscape, the Kent Downs can be readily accessed by train.Save How to get here to favourites
Respect, Protect, EnjoyRespect, Protect, EnjoyOur latest guidance on safely visiting green spaces while protecting yourself and others.Save Respect, Protect, Enjoy to favourites

Events

Explore our year-round calendar of the landscape

Man in winter coat walking past information board for Lullingstone Country ParkFamily Fun tagsAutumn Scavenger Trail1st September - 17th October 2026, 10am - 3pmEnjoy an autumn adventure at Lullingstone Country Park with our self-led Autumn Scavenger Trail. Pick up a trail sheet and pencil from the Visitor Centre… Lullingstone Country ParkSave Autumn Scavenger Trail 1st September - 17th October 2026 to favourites
Red apples on a tree glowing in the sunlightFamily Fun tagsFood & Drink tagsCrabbles Bottom Apple Competition1st September - 31st October 2026Celebrate autumn at Crabbles Bottom Orchard and take part in the Crabbles Bottom Apple Competition. Everyone is welcome to enter, with separate Junior and Adult… ShorneSave Crabbles Bottom Apple Competition 1st September - 31st October 2026 to favourites
Walking tagsWellbeing tagsWildlife & Nature tagsWilder Wellbeing9th September 2026, 10am - 12pmTake some time for yourself to slow down, recharge and reconnect with nature at Bore Place. Join a guided walk through the beautiful estate, enjoying… Bore Place, ChiddingstoneSave Wilder Wellbeing 9th September 2026 to favourites
Fungi in Silverhand EstateWalking tagsWildlife & Nature tagsSecrets of the Forest Floor and Grasslands: Fungi Edition19th September 2026, 10am - 12pmJoin Dr Mark Spencer for an exciting walk and talk around the woodlands and grasslands within Silverhand Estate. LuddesdownSave Secrets of the Forest Floor and Grasslands: Fungi Edition 19th September 2026 to favourites
White Cliffs of Dover, with the sea on the right, on a sunny day. With wild flowers in the foreground.Walking tagsDover White Cliffs Walking Festival 20263rd - 10th October 2026Join Walking Week 2026 from 3–10 October for guided walks exploring the Kent Downs, east Kent coast and countryside, with routes for a range of… Dover, SandwichSave Dover White Cliffs Walking Festival 2026 3rd - 10th October 2026 to favourites
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