Family Adventures in the Kent Downs

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Relax on a bike ride along the River Stour from Canterbury to Chartham this dreamy start to the day will create memories that will last a lifetime. Discover the farm animal enclosures at Badgers Hill near Chilham. This garden centre cafe also has a play area, so it is easy to see why families unwind here for hours. Explore the Kent Downs on horseback with a relaxing ride through scenic countryside.

  • 1 day
  • Canterbury

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AMCyclingCycle Route, Canterbury – CharthamExplore the beautiful and relatively flat cycle route from Canterbury to…
LunchBirds Eye view shot of FoodFood & DrinkPlaces to EatThe Artichoke Pub/ Badgers HillChoose from two child-friendly village eateries
PMHorse rider's perspective views across fieldsWildlife & NatureHorse ridingBadgers Hill/Bursted Hill StablesMeet the animals at Badgers Hill or go for a ride…
Tea/Dinnerorganic foodFood & DrinkPlaces to EatThe Corner HouseFinish off the perfect day with a meal at a 16th…
Alternative OptionKentish Stour PartnershipDiscover activities and volunteering with Kentish Stour Partnership.
Accommodation OptionsCanterbury RiversidePlaces to StayYHA CanterburyClean and comfortable dorms await or stay in a rustic cabin…

Travel

Trains Trains run regularly from Canterbury West to Chilham.

Bus Route 1 regularly runs from Canterbury Bus Station to Chilham and a short walk to Badgers Hill.

Routes 17 and 89 take you from Canterbury Bus Station to Bridge.

Bicycle If you are interested in exploring by bicycle Kent Cycle Hire are located on Castle Street.

https://www.kentcyclehire.com/