Cycling in Kent - Cycle routes
Whether
you are looking for a relaxing bike ride through tranquil
country lanes, or hoping for a more exhilarating ride along
stunning coastal paths, Kent’s cycle routes offer a variety of ways
to explore this scenic area.
Each trail will lead you along national and regional cycle
routes to discover Kent’s rich heritage as the Garden of England,
past historic oast houses, hop gardens and orchards. Enjoy
invigorating off-road cycling through picturesque woodland, or
along the many miles of country roads.
Kent boasts beautiful scenery and a rich history, from the
stunning Canterbury Cathedral to the famed fort of Dover Castle,
cycling provides the perfect way to explore these treasures of the
south east.
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Coast to Cathedral (Dover to
Canterbury)
A 45 mile (72.4km) circular route using Regional Routes 16 and
17. Shorter linear rides from Canterbury and Dover to Folkestone
are also an option.
Crab and Winkle
Way (Canterbury to Whitstable)
A 7.5 mile (12km) route using National Route 1. The route is
mainly traffic free.
Great Stour way (Chartham
to Canterbury)
An attractive, 3 mile (4.8km), traffic free route,
following the course of the River Great Stour.
Isle of Harty Trail (Isle of
Sheppy)
This 8 mile (12.9km) mainly traffic free cycle route is great
for all the family. Stop by at Leysdown, a small but lively seaside
resort.
Pilgrims Cycle Trail (Rochester
to Canterbury)
At 47 miles (75.6km) this is a challenging long distance route.
Created to provide cycling for mountain bike enthusiasts to
families. The route can be broken up into smaller sections.
Hythe and the Royal
Military Canal
This 13 mile (20.9km) route is almost entirely traffic
free, and follows along the banks of the tranquil Royal Military
Canal. Perfect for walking or cycling.
Sandwich in Kent to Rye in East
Sussex
A 54 mile (87km) route using National Routes 1 and 2. Almost
half of the route is traffic free.
Sheerness Way (Isle of
Sheppy)
A 6.3mile (10.1km) flat circular route ideal for families.
The Heron
Trail (Higham to Upnor on the Hoo Peninsular)
A 15.5 mile (25km) circular route using quiet lanes on Regional
Route 18.
The Oyster Bay
Trail (Herne Bay)
A 6.7 mile (10.8km) route on a mostly flat, surfaced path.
This trail provides an extension to the Viking Coastal Trail and
links Reculver Country Park to Swalecliffe.
Perry Woods multi-user route (near
Faversham)
This ride takes you through spring meadows grazed by dairy
herds, sun-drenched fields of marigolds in summer, abundant
orchards in autumn and ancient woodlands alive with wildfowl in
winter. 10.3 miles (16.6km).
Tudor Trail (Tonbridge
Castle to Penshurst Place)
A 6 mile (9.6km) family cycling route using Regional
Route 12. The route is almost entirely traffic free and offers
detours to interesting historic sites and parks.
The Viking Coastal Trail (Pegwell Bay to
Reculver)
A 27 mile (43.5km) passing through the coastal towns of
Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate, this route is a delight for
all abilities and can be broken into shorter coastal and
inland sections.
Wealden Cycle Trail
(Ashford to Tunbridge Wells)
A 42 mile (67.6km) route using National Route 18. A largely 'on
road' ride. More challenging mountain bike routes are nearby at
Bewl Water and Bedgebury Forest
We also have maps of cycle routes for
towns in Kent.