Days out in North Kent

North Kent has some great hidden treasures with family-friendly country parks, Dickensian heritage and the wonderful Saxon Shore Way, which provides visitors with over 160 miles of coastal walking.

Walking

Otford There are some great circular walks available at Meopham, Cuxton, and Camer Park. The Darent Valley Path, which stretches from Dartford to Sevenoaks, is another long distance route offering a 19 mile (30.4km)
journey following the river from the banks of the Thames.

Cycling

The Heron Trail, is an 18 mile (29km) circular cycling route on the Hoo Peninsula, between Upnor and Higham. The route can be broken down into smaller parts, to give visitors a glimpse of what this beautiful area has on offer. The new Isle of Harty trail and Sheerness Way are well worth a visit for all the family.

Horse riding

A riding route around the boundary of Trosley Country Park, a lovely 170 acre site of beautiful woodland and chalk downland is great for riders of all abilities.

Parks and open spaces

There are some wonderful open spaces for everyone to enjoy in north Kent, with country parks such as Lullingstone and White Horse Wood. Jeskyns, a 360 acre site created by the Forestry Commission is another great open space featuring 3,000 new trees, wildflower meadows, grassland and a children's adventure play area, all connected by paths and cycle tracks.

Places of interest

North Kent has some great places to visit and historical links to discover including the last resting place of Pocahontas and Gads Hill Place, once the home of Charles Dickens. There are also some great visitor attractions including Cobham Hall, Lullingstone Castle and World Garden.