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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.

Couple in winter coats walking along footpath through woodlandWalking 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
Walking tagsLullingstone walk – butterflies and beesLullingstone Country Park Visitor Centre is packed with information about the many delights to be discovered along this walk and across the North Downs. This… EynsfordSave Lullingstone walk – butterflies and bees to favourites
Trosley Country ParkParks & open spaces tagsTrosley Country ParkTrosley Park covers 170 acres of beautiful woodland and chalk downland on the North Downs – and provides some spectacular views. GravesendSave Trosley Country Park 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
Parks & open spaces tagsWhite Horse Wood Country ParkTo go with its impressive views over the Kent Downs and historical ruins, this new park's natural development is slowly creating a pretty hilltop woodland. DetlingSave White Horse Wood Country Park to favourites
Walking tagsWhite Horse Wood Stile Free TrailA short walk of 0.7miles (1.1km) through Kent County Council's newest country park. A longer walk can be completed of 0.9miles (1.4km) if viewing Thurnham… ThurnhamSave White Horse Wood Stile Free Trail 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.

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
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
Walking tagsHythe to Folkestone Walk: Art & NostalgiaThis 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, HytheSave Hythe to Folkestone Walk: Art & Nostalgia 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
Parks & open spaces tagsCreteway DownA great place to explore, Creteway Down offers dramatic views across Folkestone and the Channel. The steep downland also provides a habitat for a large… FolkestoneSave Creteway Down to favourites
Beaches tagsSunny SandsGrab your bucket and spade and head down to Sunny Sands, the only sandy beach in miles. In fact, the sand is so good here… FolkestoneSave Sunny Sands to favourites
Single storey white and grey holiday home. Gravel and trees surrounding: The Snuggery.Walking tagsExplore SevenoaksExplore Sevenoaks which holds some of England’s most enchanting places, such as stunning stately homes and beautiful gardens, as well as the picturesque landscapes of… SevenoaksSave Explore Sevenoaks to favourites

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
Walking tagsKnole Stile Free TrailA walk of 3 miles (4.8km). Paths continually climb and descend throughout the walk. Admission to park is free. Parking charges apply. Opening times 10.30am… SevenoaksSave Knole Stile Free Trail to favourites
Walking tagsWhite Horse Wood Stile Free TrailA short walk of 0.7miles (1.1km) through Kent County Council's newest country park. A longer walk can be completed of 0.9miles (1.4km) if viewing Thurnham… ThurnhamSave White Horse Wood Stile Free Trail to favourites
Camer Park easy access trailWalking tagsCamer Park Stile Free TrailA linear walk of 1.25 miles (2km). The path surface across the park is short grass followed by a hardened surface with occasional stones up… MeophamSave Camer 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

Cycling tagsHorse riding tagsItinerary tagsNorth Downs Way Riders’ RouteGet on your bike to experience 1000s of years of history on the magnificent North Downs Way National Trail Riders' Route through the Kent Downs… DoverSave North Downs Way Riders’ Route to favourites
Walking 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
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
Guided walk on a hillWalking tagsCharing West Lost Landscapes walkA lost heathland and a woodland that's been moved are just a couple of highlights that make up this fascinating 5.5 mile walk known as… CharingSave Charing West Lost Landscapes walk to favourites
Walking 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
Walking 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

A Southeastern train travelling over Eynsford viaductHow 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
Group of people in woodland clearing, sitting on logs, on standing and talking. With text Respect, protect and enjoy Kent Downs overlayered on image.Respect, 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

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 tagsCuxton Views Wellbeing Walk17th September 2024, 10:30amMedway Health Walks and the newly formed Ramblers Wellbeing Walks in Medway believe that walking is the key to a happier and healthier lifestyle. Almost… CuxtonSave Cuxton Views Wellbeing Walk to favourites
Three individuals with their back to the camera follow a flat path through grassland. One person is using an electric mobility aid. In the distance is white cliffs and the sea.Family Fun tagsFood & Drink tagsOutdoor Activities tagsPutting Down Routes tagsWalking tagsWildlife & Nature tagsPutting Down Routes – Shakespeare Cliff Stroll, Roll & Cream Tea – Wild With Wheels & Age UK SKC17th September 2024, 1pmWild With Wheels and Age UK SKC are hosting a free sensory-focused accessible nature experience at Shakespeare Cliff and the North Downs Way National Trail. DoverSave Putting Down Routes – Shakespeare Cliff Stroll, Roll & Cream Tea – Wild With Wheels & Age UK SKC 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
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