Kent Outdoor Activities
ENJOY AUTUMN
Kent Outdoor Activities
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Stepping outside on a true autumn day , hearing the comforting crackle of fallen leaves underfoot and seeing the dew-dropped cobwebs that wave in the breeze is a magical thing . We are so lucky in Kent to be able to experience autumn is all its glory , and whether the day is chilly and heralding winter , or warm and waving goodbye to summer , you will always be able to find something to do .
A Walk In The Park www . kent . gov . uk / leisure-and-community / parks-and-outdoor-activities
Wherever you live in the county you are sure to be close to a country park . There are many of them to choose from , and each one offers something unique to the area . For a simple , pleasurable day out during which you can enjoy autumn at its finest , Kent ’ s country parks are ideal . Some of these parks include : Trosley , Betteshanger , Shorne Woods , Brockhill , Lullingstone , Teston Bridge , Pegwell Bay and Manor Park .
Bedgebury Pinetum www . bedgeburypinetum . org . uk
Whereas most of the trees you ’ ll see and think of during autumn are leafless and all but lifeless , if you are craving a bit of greenery then there is no better place to visit than Bedgebury Pinetum . This national pinetum , managed by the Forestry Commission , is 350 acres of beautiful conifers and broadleaved specimens set in the gorgeous Wealden countryside . The Forestry Commission has looked after this stunning spot since 1925 , but the collection was actually started in the 1840s by the Beresford Hope family . Until 1987 the same genera of tree were kept together , so it wasn ’ t as interesting as it could have been ( although it was easier for the trees to be catalogued and compared ), but when the great storm destroyed as much as a third of the pinetum , the curators took the opportunity to re-imagine the place . And today it is a fascinating forest to visit .
Jack Raven Bushcraft www . jackravenbushcraft . co . uk
At Jack Raven Bushcraft you can get completely back to nature as you learn how to fend for yourself out in the wilderness of Kent . There are number of different courses to try including one-toone bushcraft training . This fantastic course allows you to find out more about fire by friction , tracking and identification of animal signs , natural cordage , woodland cooking , tree and plant identification and uses , becoming competent with an axe and herbal remedies . Or what about trying your hand at the foraging course , on which you learn how to source and prepare your own food ? Perhaps the Mindfulness in the Woods course sounds more like your thing – here you can learn simple techniques to ‘ wake up the senses ’ so that you re-connect with the nature and gain a profound sense of balance , peace and harmony .
UK Electric Bike Tours www . ukelectricbiketours . co . uk
Autumn can be the perfect time to get out on your bike to explore the Kent countryside . It ’ s not too hot , not too cold , and is just right for those who want to experience Kent head on . But although many people like the idea of getting on their bikes and heading off into the unknown ( or even the well-known ) paths of our county , we ’ re just not all up to it . Thanks to UK Electric Bike Tours based in Biddenden , now everyone can enjoy that feeling of wind in their hair – hire an electric bike and you ’ ll get all of the pleasure with hardly any of the work . With UK Electric Bike Tours you can choose either a self-guided hire or a scheduled tour . Cycle past historic castles , vineyards , gardens , picturesque villages , breweries and much more – you can even incorporate a wine tasting with your e-bike tour . The self-guided route is 27 miles long , and there are plenty of pubs to rest up at along the way ! And of course , if you prefer to cycle in the conventional way , all you need to do is switch off the motor .
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