Introduction to cycling Kent
For fun, for fitness or for the environment - more
and more people across Kent are taking to the highways and byways
to explore our county on two wheels.
Wherever you are in Kent, from the heart of the Weald to its
varied coastline, deep in a country park or investigating one of
its picturesque market towns, you'll find it's simply more fun by
bike.
Kent's country
parks offer great opportunities for traffic-free cycling, while
superb new facilities such as Bedgebury and Penshurst Off Road Centre
offer more challenging two-wheeled excitement.
Kent's coastal routes are equally varied and offer a
great way to get exercise and fresh air at the same time. Visit
the Sustrans cycle map to see the
best places to take two wheels.
More people are also taking advantage of Kent's many cycle clubs. They organise
social cycling events and rides throughout the year and provide
lots of advice and support for new riders.
Short breaks and days out
Just a stone's throw away from London, with excellent transport
links and an extensive range of good quality accommodation on
offer, Kent is the ideal destination to escape it all for a short
break.
Explore Canterbury, Sandwich, Thanet, Tonbridge and the Weald
with our new Cycle breaks in Kent documents complete with a
map, itinerary, what to see and do and accommodation details.
Alternatively, for an overview of where to cycle in Kent, try
our
Explore Kent by Bike guide (PDF, 2.9MB). This guide includes
countryside and coastal routes, a colour map and ideas on where to
visit while cycling in Kent. For a free hard copy, call 08458
247600.
Why not combine a cycle ride with a walk along the coast or
through the countryside?
The Explore
Kent shop has a great selection of walking books, guides and
maps. You can also download our free guides to some of the best
walking experiences in
the county.