COUNTRY: DAYS OUT
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Canoe Wild, Fordwich & Grove Ferry
Pashley Manor Gardens, Wadhurst
An amazing watersports adventure, learn to canoe
indoors or enjoy a canoe party; or venture outdoors
on leisurely group trips down the River Stour, inspired
guided tours across the Stodmarsh Nature Reserve, or
venture out to sea on a seal safari!
www.canoewild.co.uk
There is something for everyone amongst the 11 acres
of stunning gardens. A Grade I listed house, café, art
exhibitions and seasonal garden events are on offer at
one of the finest gardens in England.
www.pashleymanorgardens.com
North Downs Way, nr Dover
Bewl Water, Lamberhurst
Discover a walker’s paradise route on this national walk.
The 153-mile-long stretch from Farnham in Surrey to
Dover in Kent opened in 1978 and features a host of
historical and cultural points of interest.
www.nationaltrail.co.uk/north-downs-way
The largest stretch of open water in the South East
and 800 acres of outstanding beauty. Open all year
for cycling, fishing and boating, not to mention the
conference centre and restaurant.
www.bewlwater.co.uk
Blean Woods Nature Reserve, Rough Common
London Golf Club, Ash
A wonderful place for a peaceful walk taking in the
ancient woodlands. With five main trails to follow, the
longest around eight-miles long, so you’re sure to see a
woodpecker or two in this RSBP reserve.
www.rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-
a-z/blean-woods
European Tour destination offering two sensational
championship courses, providing challenging,
enjoyable and memorable golf, all in an idyllic setting.
www.londongolf.co.uk
Go Ape at Leeds Castle, Maidstone
Leybourne Lakes, nr Snodland
An adventure seeker’s paradise featuring high wires,
bridges and zip lines. Take in the view as you leap, zip and
scramble your way across this tree-top adventure.
www.goape.co.uk/days-out/south-east/leeds-castle
Stunning country park near Larkfield and Snodland
consisting of ponds and lakes, perfect for a picnic,
pond dipping or trying a huge selection of outdoor
watersports including windsurfing, paddle boarding,
canoeing, scuba diving and open water swimming
www.tmbc.gov.uk/services/leisure-and-culture
Haysden Country Park, nr Tonbridge
A 64-hectare country park and nature reserve offering a
great family day out with water activities, walks as well
as refreshments and picnic areas.
www.tmbc.gov.uk/services/leisure-and-culture
UNIQUE DAYS OUT
Champneys at Eastwell Manor, nr Ashford
Broadditch Farm, Southfleet
The ultimate destination for relaxation and spa
treatments in the heart of the Kent countryside. Enjoy
signature Champneys treatments, marble finished
swimming pool, hydrotherapy pool, sauna and steam
room and restaurant.
www.eastwellmanor.co.uk/health-spa
Welcoming and friendly family-run 500 acre farm,
home to a thriving farm shop that has been selling a
fine range of homegrown and local fresh produce for
a quarter of a century. Broadditch hosts group trips
and regular seasonal events including the legendary
Broadwitch Hauntfest.
www.broadditch.co.uk
Buckmore Park, nr Chatham
Brands Hatch, Longfield
Award-winning and MSA-approved outdoor kart
racing track. Owned by the legendary Surtees family, it
delivers open races, team days and karting sessions for
a host of ages.
www.buckmore.co.uk
Iconic motorsport venue famed for hosting some of
the most prestigious events on two and four wheels.
Watch a huge range of events from the world’s fastest
touring cars to the Blancpain GT series, Superbike
Championships to NASCAR. Or hit the road for a track
day on one of Britain’s favourite circuits.
www.brandshatch.co.uk
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