Days out in West Kent

A wonderful area of discovery, West Kent provides a variety of experiences, so there is sure to be something for everyone. Exploring the area is a truly memorable experience which can easily offer a whole weekends' worth of sightseeing, let alone just a day.

Walking

There are lots of walks to choose from in West Kent. From easy accessible circular routes, such as the Hadlow trail to the longer distance walks like the Medway Valley Path and North Downs Way.

Cycling

There is a great 5 mile cycling route running from Tonbridge Castle to Penshurst Place which is ideal for the whole family. Take a walk with the audio trail or walking guide around Tonbridge itself and follow in Jane Austens footsteps.

Horse riding

Dry Hill in West Kent offers some great horse riding opportunities, through the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The routes comprise of four loops with 9 access links, providing rides of up to 15.5 miles (24.9km).

Parks and open spaces

There are some great parks in West Kent to explore, many of them steeped in local history. Visitors can encounter the deer in the parkland surrounding Knole stately home in Sevenoaks, or enjoy the grandeur of the elegant Dunorlan Park just outside Tunbridge Wells.

Places of interest

From beautiful gardens to historic castles, there is so much to see and do. Tonbridge Castle, set in landscaped gardens, overlooks the River Medway and is easily accessible by public transport. Among other visitor attractions in the area, Scotney Castle, Groombridge Place Gardens and Bewl Water are definitely worth a visit.