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Dates and Locations of Planned Walks

2023 Walks

Register to join us on any of our walks by calling 01622 691151 or emailing enquiries@hikent.org.uk

Walks start promptly at the times stated. 

1. Bluebells, Fresh Air, and You Time: Sunday 23rd April at 9.30am

Starting from the Kings Wood car park on White Hill (What3Words///headless.forgotten.plugged)

  • A circular walk of about 5 miles, mainly on cinder/tarmac tracks
  • Perfect for dogs on leads or under control
  • Wear stout footwear
  • Bring refreshments
  • For the fit and adventurous there are spectacular views following a short, steep incline

Click here to see beautiful pictures of Bluebells in the area

2. River Banks and Refreshment: Sunday 28 May at 11am

We are meeting on foot across the river at Freedom Leisure car park (not a public car park) at the entrance to Whatman Park (What3Words///intro.usual.eager). The nearest parking is at James Whatman Way car park (What3Words///ready.bumpy.spices). 

  • A round trip of about 4 miles along the river bank towards Allington
  • A stop off at The Malta Inn for some refreshment and then walking back  
  • Generally very flat
  • Perfect for dogs on leads or under control
  • Meet at the bottom of the road by the Rowing Club entrance

3. Oysters, Birds, and The Sea God: Sunday 11th June at 10am

Starting from the Gorrell Tank Car Park on Westgate Terrace, Whitstable (What3Words///taskbar.gangs.tweeted)

  • A walk of about 6 miles to the Neptune Arm in Herne Bay
  • Level except for one incline of about 100 yards
  • Wear stout footwear, bring refreshments
  • Perfect for dogs on leads
  • Depending on the weather wear suitable headgear and carry water
  • Opportunity to walk back to Whitstable, or take the train. 

 4. Along the Saxon Shore: Sunday 27th August @ 10am *Please note the change of date *

Starting from Faversham Rail Station (What3Words///mulls.exhaling.intention)

  • At 11 miles, this takes over 3 hours, finishing in Whitstable
  • Only suitable for people who regularly walk as the surface is often uneven, undulating, and can be muddy or littered with cows
  • We will be stopping along the route for lunch, so please bring your own picnic
  • Wear stout footwear
  • Depending on the weather wear suitable headgear and carry water
  • Trains run back to Faversham every 30 mins, for around £5