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Walking slowly with occasional stops to sit on the ground or trees , walkers are advised to bring waterproof boots and layers to keep warm , as well as a small , light backpack . Suitable for beginners as well as the more experienced with holistic practices , Kent Wildlife Trust ’ s next session will take place on March 23 from 10am- 12:30pm at the cost of only £ 16 per person .
Geocaching at Betteshanger Country Park , Deal betteshanger-park . co . uk
A real-world , ongoing outdoor adventure , geocaching is fun for all ages . Combining team building with problem-solving and the good , old-fashioned thrill of a quest , geocaching can be played using an app or GPS device in search of hidden containers or objects named geocaches . With millions dotted across the globe , Betteshanger has its very own seasonal routes available for friends and families to explore for just £ 10 per group . To begin , players collect their activity sheet from Betteshanger ’ s cycle hire hut before embarking on an adventure through the trees to uncover each hidden trove of geological treasure .
Amongst the beautiful landscape , the park blends its iconic Kentish heritage with spaces for recreation and relaxation , and this Easter , families can join in on a variety of thrillseeking activities from axe throwing and target archery to training on their all-weather assault course with Boonies Outdoors .
Weekly parkrun at Lullingstone Country Park , Eynsford kent . gov . uk
Internationally renowned for its collection of ancient trees , countryside walks and remarkable wildflower displays , Lullingstone Country Park is an excellent place to reconnect with nature . With 460 acres of chalk grassland and ancient woodlands , there are four waymarked trails to explore the very best of what Lullingstone Country Park has to offer . With a range of events and activities throughout the year such as natural arts and crafts sessions and countryside walks , their weekly running events are one of the most exciting ways to explore the outdoors .
A free , fun and friendly weekly event , up to 150 people join each Saturday morning to run 5k of Lullingstone ’ s trails . Free to join - though runners should register online before their arrival - Lullingstone Country Park ’ s weekly parkruns are a great way to savour the fresh air , move some muscles and make friends with likeminded people . Runners can join at whatever pace suits them , before enjoying a post-parkrun coffee at the Visitor Centre to unwind from their woodland workout .
Horse Riding Lesson with Owl House Stables , Dover owlhousestables . com
A family-run business that has grown from its small roots in 1990 , Owl House Stables is a BHS and ABRS approved riding school and Pony Club Centre situated in Dover . Founded by Louise Claringbould , Owl House Stables offer private , semi-private and group lessons for riders of similar abilities , priding themselves on delivering high-quality tuition . Since Louise ’ s daughter Rachel took over the day-to-day running of the stables in 2009 , Owl House have continued to build a community where riders can learn in a calm and supportive environment with top quality , fully trained instructors to guide visitors through their equestrian journey .
With a multitude of bridle paths and woodlands near the stables , riders can head out for a gentle stroll around the great outdoors with one of Owl House ’ s 35 welltrained horses and ponies . With benefits including improved posture , strengthened muscles and boosted cardiovascular health , a horse riding lesson with Owl House Stables is sure to be an afternoon well spent in the Kentish countryside .
Forest Yoga at Bedgebury , Tunbridge Wells lisawhitehouse . co . uk
Having practiced for over 25 years , Lisa Whitehouse is a mindfulness , meditation and yoga teacher based near Tunbridge Wells who was inspired to teach by the inner sanctuary she discovered on her yoga mat . Teaching indoor , outdoor and online classes to people of all ages , abilities and experience , what Lisa loves most is to host within Bedgebury National Pinetum and
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