Outdoors

With a cluster of country parks, community woodland and historic parklands and the development of the Cyclopark - Kent's new centre for first class cycling, running and extreme sports facilities - Gravesham is strengthening its appeal in providing a range of quality outdoor activities for the enjoyment of visitors. There is so much more to see on foot or by bike and plenty to discover en route.

Walk amongst ancient woodland at Cobham and Ashenbank Woods, alongside the Thames & Medway Canal, follow sections of the long distance Saxon Shore Way, Wealdway or the North Downs Way or discover the Darnley Trail within the historic landscape of Cobham Park. Enjoy the numerous secluded country footpaths that criss-cross the area.

Relax in the more formal parks and open spaces within the town. Gordon Gardens with its colourful floral displays and Woodlands Park with its children's play areas.

Take your bike along the National Cycle Route that weaves its way across town or enjoy the network of bridleways on horseback.

Gaze out across the Thames valley from a vantage point at Gravesend's Windmill Hill or experience the views across the estuarine marshes from Higham and Shorne.

With access to the Kent countryside further afield, make Gravesham an ideal base to explore so much more.