Festive Strolls: Between Christmas and New Year, families stroll through Kent.

Families have a great opportunity to get together and enjoy the outdoors while exploring Kent during the days between Christmas and New Year. Here are our go-to suggestions for family walks, whether you’re looking for a leisurely stroll or an extended hike.

Park Knole:

Explore the sizable deer park, which is home to a herd of grazing pigs. A family stroll would be ideal in the picturesque setting, which is dotted with old trees.

Stour River Walk and Canterbury Cathedral:

Take a stroll through the charming streets and along the River Stour to learn more about the historic city of Canterbury. Begin at Canterbury Cathedral and take a leisurely stroll along the riverbanks. Your family can take this leisurely stroll to take in the history and architectural splendor of the city.

Nature Reserve for Dungeness:

Visit Dungeness for a unique family adventure. Explore the vast Nature Reserve Dungeness, which is home to a variety of bird species and unusual plant life. This is an unforgettable place for a winter walk because of the sea, the shingle landscape, and the quirky cottages.

Dealing with Dover: 3 Castles Walk

Fantastic for tourists, take a family stroll along the famous cliffs to experience the breathtaking beauty of the Dover’s White Cliffs. Particularly on a clear winter day, the panoramic views of the English Channel and the French coastline are breathtaking.

Dover’s White Cliffs

National Pinetum and Forest of Bedgebury:

To Bedgebury, bring your brand-new bikes! Select from a range of cycling and walking trails that are appropriate for people of all ages and skill levels. Afterward, warm up with a hot chocolate from the on-site café.

Lake Bedgebury

Rochester Walk is a celebration of beautiful architecture:

Explore the historic city of Rochester by going back in time. Start your stroll along the riverfront where you’ll pass Rochester Bridge and the imposing ruins of the Norman castle.

Why not make the most of Kent’s magical period between Christmas and New Year by bundling up, lacing up your walking shoes, and doing so?

Visit our “be inspired” page to find more ideas for fun walks.