CYCLOPARK
Cyclopark , Gravesend www . cyclopark . com
Set in an amazing 100 acres of parkland , Cyclopark is the perfect destination for a fun packed activity day for all the family . One of the leading multi-sports centres in the South of England , there ' s a 2.9km tarmac cycle course , a 340m first class BMX racetrack , pump track and 600m 2 multi use games area for basketball and 5- aside football , as well as the option of hiring the latest strider bikes in in the strider zone and the opportunity to explore the wonderful play park and sensory garden . The tarmac circuit is great for coaching sessions and is regularly used for training , cycling and running . It can also be separated into smaller circuits , and has been known to host wheelchair races and slalom skateboarding events . If you are a skateboarder , you ’ re in for a real treat , leading skatepark designers worked on the floodlit cyclo skatepark to create a course that is challenging , yet suits all abilities and there ’ s also a great space for spectators ! Escape for the day to Cyclopark and experience the hugely popular facilities – some of the best that Kent has to offer .
Riding Farm Equestrian Centre , Tonbridge www . ridingfarm . co . uk
Open to both adults and children of all abilities , BHS-approved Riding Farm Equestrian Centre located in Hildenborough , provides the ultimate riding experience . The riding school is open every day , with lessons available from early mornings right through to late evening , so you ’ ll be sure to find a time that suits . Single ( 1 rider ), double ( 2 riders ) and group lessons are available and last for up to an hour , and , depending on the rider ’ s capabilities , the BHS trained instructors will cover riding on the flat , jumping or both for those more experienced . Specialist show jumping sessions , scenic hacks and cross country adventures are also available at the riding school which is one of the few in the UK to offer lessons to children under the age of 4 – explore the website for more information on these private lead rein sessions . For pony-mad kids , they provide party rides – a super way to celebrate a birthday or special occasion !
Hang Loose Bluewater hangloosebluewater . com
Thrill seekers get ready ... for the team at Build Bluewater are embarking on a massive adventure project that will not only bring England ’ s longest and fastest zipline to Kent , but a whole heap of other fun and daring activities too ! Alongside the 725m long zip line , which offers 4 lines for 4 flyers to zip from the dispatch tower down and along the lake , there will also be : a 52m high giant swing for up to 5 people to swing down the cliff ; the UK ’ s only permanent bungee jump ; a 7-storey high slide ; England ' s only outdoor skydiving machine ; climbing walls for all abilities with stunning views across the lake ; waterdrop bouldering ; and an aerial trekking course suspended from the cliff face – phew ! Easily accessible from the M25 , the whole project is also eco-focused , built wherever possible with sustainable sourced and natural materials to lower its carbon footprint and using wood that will settle in to compliment the natural environment .
For more outdoor adventures and activities be sure to check out www . kentstaycation . co . uk kentstaycation .
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