Blog - Explore Kent

Did you know walking can also be a sport? Have a look into Nordic Walking, fast gaining in popularity as a way of keeping fit and getting outdoors - featuring a guest blog by Kent resident Claire!

For Mental Health Awareness week we are raising awareness and fighting against body image fears. Getting out into nature to exercise can help raise your self esteem and improve your mental and physica...

Pond Curtis Wood Park

Sarah, from the Kentish Stour Countryside Partnership, tells her story of creating a wildlife habitat in her own back garden: “…my focus was always to create a wildlife-friendly garden from the sad an...

White flowers low angle

Create a buzz in your garden for National Gardening Week 2019. The RHS and Kent Wildlife Trust have teamed up to deliver the Wild about Gardens initiative - find out how they can help you create a wil...

marathon

Have you been inspired by the London Marathon? Then why not try one of these long distance runs in Kent. If you're new to running then we have some ideas to get you on your feet - you'll be running 5K...

sevenoaks wildlife trust

Read our Earth Day blog to discover the wealth of rare species living in Kent and how our Biodiversity Strategy aims to protect them and their habitats. With species disappearing at an alarming rate i...

Shorne-Woods-Country-Park

Join Rufus and Sorin Roberts who take you around the superb Shorne Woods Country Park while they get a little messy and muddy exploring the depths of what the country park has to offer!

planting flowers

We've collected some great ways to share an outdoor adventure and create long lasting memories with Mum in the Kent countryside this Mother's Day.

Spring field with oast house

Although spring has only just officially started, the spring weather came early this year with warm conditions in February resulting not only in an early display of snowdrops and primroses but unprece...

Hoe Mountains

Guest Blogger Tom Chapman gives you an insight into one of Kent's best rock climbing locations Bowles Rock.

children walking together

If you are stuck for things to do, why not venture to one of Kent’s many playgrounds which offer hours of outdoor fun. We have taken a look at our top five play zones for the little ones, in and aroun...

Photoshoot Michael Payne Margaret Crabtree NWKCP volunteers and Year 6 schoolchildren Wildlife Pond Creation

The launch of the Kent Year of Green Action took place yesterday with the creation of a wildlife pond and pond dipping station plus some very special guests!

Outdoor Gym

With more and more people wanting to join a gym, why not try an outdoor gym this year!

Birds

Get ready for the Big Garden Birdwatch this year with some of the best places to watch birds as well as how you guys can get involved!!

Grass Tunnel

It's a new year and it's time for you guys to get involved with helping and getting stuck in with the environment for the start of 2019! This guest blog by Elizabeth Kemp tries to encourage you guys t...

Joysden Woods

You're in for a lot of fun! Adam, Ella and their friends have shared with us all their favourite activities at their local woodland - Joyden's Wood.

fir-tree

Everything we do over the festive season has an impact on the environment, from travelling to the shops to wrapping gifts. Here are our top tips to caring for the planet this Christmas.

Autumn Trees

Don't stay indoors just because it's chilly! Guest blogger Lyliah has some ideas to get you outdoors - why not collect some autumn leaves on your walk and try some natural crafts?

Children studying a worksheet at Shorne Woods

This is a must do for half-term to give you and your family the chance to embrace nature during their time off of school!

North Downs Way signpost

Do you enjoy using our Public Rights of Way? Do you have suggestions on how they can be improved? This is your chance to make your voice heard! Read the draft strategy of the Rights of Way 10 year Imp...

Pebbled Beach with man entering water

Wild swimming is the perfect way to cool off and enjoy nature. Rivers and seas can be unpredictable though, so read Explore Kent's top safety tips to swim safe this summer.

CountryBike test out their bikes for hire by taking them for a spin down the Tudor Cycle Trail, from Penshurst Place to Tonbridge, enjoying fantastic views and wildlife at Haysden Country Park.

Herne Bay Walking

Explore Kent have teamed up with Visit Kent for National Walking Month to bring you the best selection of Kentish walks all with somewhere to eat and a place to visit on the route!

establishing shot of beach

Follow The French Londoner as she leaves the big city behind on her adventures around Ramsgate's city centre and picturesque coastal paths.