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Margate to Ramsgate - The Viking Trail
Visorando Member
9.26 mi
+315 ft
-236 ft
4h 30
Easy
Departure from Thanet (Kent)
Should we walk from Margate to Ramsgate or from Ramsgate to Margate? Whichever way you want to do this walk, it is one of the most popular hikes on the South Coast and a MUST-DO! Whilst Ramsgate is much prettier than Margate, the food is better in Margate … so it’s all about what you prefer! For the purpose of this walk, we will be doing the walk from Margate to Ramsgate.
From Dover Patrol War Memorial to Saint Margaret's Bay
Association / Club / Walk leader
1.65 mi
+351 ft
-351 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from St. Margaret's at Cliffe (Kent)
This short walk starts at Dover Patrol War Memorial car park and goes along the clifftop down to Saint Margaret's Bay. ⚠️At the bay, be careful about the tide timetable.
White Cliffs and views of the ferries, Channel Geopark Transmanche
0.89 mi
+184 ft
-180 ft
0h 35
Easy
Departure from Guston (Kent)
From the National Trust Visitor Centre, enter the Channel Geopark Transmanche and walk along the clifftop enjoying views of the harbour, Dover castle, ferries, white cliffs. This is an ideal walk as you wait for the ferry.
White Cliffs and Lagdon Stairs and bay, Channel Geopark Transmanche
2.25 mi
+449 ft
-446 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Guston (Kent)
From the National Trust Visitor Centre, enter the Channel Geopark Transmanche and walk along the clifftop enjoying views of the harbour, Dover castle, ferries, white cliffs. On the way back, take a detour to Lagdon Stairs and Bay before coming back to the start. This is an ideal walk as you wait for the ferry.
⚠️Check the tide to access Lagdon Stairs and Bay. Note the way down can be unsuitable for children, and is quite steep.
South Foreland Lighthouse, White Cliffs Channel Geopark Transmanche
4.27 mi
+981 ft
-991 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Guston (Kent)
From the National Trust Visitor Centre, enter the Channel Geopark Transmanche and walk along the clifftop enjoying views of the harbour, Dover castle, ferries, white cliffs until you reach the beautiful South Foreland Lighthouse. On the way back, take a detour to Lagdon Stairs and Bay before coming back to the start. This is an ideal walk as you wait for the ferry.
⚠️Check the tide to access Lagdon Stairs and Bay. Note the way down can be unsuitable for children, and is quite steep.
Walpole Rocks bathing pool, Cliftonville
3.45 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Thanet (Kent)
Nice little wander along Queen's promenade past Walpole Bay Tidal Pool. The white cliffs bring a nice atmosphere. It is an ideal for a little swim and sunset.
From Botany Bay to Kingsgate Bay and Castle via Whiteness Tower
1.28 mi
+69 ft
-105 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Broadstairs and St Peters (Kent)
This Walk starts at the car park in front of The Botany Bay restaurant and goes along the Coastal path to visit Kingsgate Bay and Castle via Whiteness Tower. There is also the chance to walk down to Botany Bay to enjoy the white cliffs and rock formations. The first part of the walk is pushchair-friendly. Dogs are allowed.
Folkestone to Dover along the North Downs Way
8.79 mi
+1,483 ft
-1,575 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Folkestone (Kent)
This linear Kent walk follows the coast between Folkestone and Dover using the North Downs Way Natioanl Trail for much of the way. The vies especially at the Dover end of the walk area excellent. To return to the start use the regular train service that runs along the foot of the cliffs.
The Wye Hills
10.02 mi
+932 ft
-915 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Wye with Hinxhill (Kent)
Hiking in nature alternating between undergrowth and meadows on hilly slopes in the middle of pastures and crops.
Stour Valley Rural
13.56 mi
+1,165 ft
-1,161 ft
7h 15
Moderate
Departure from Challock (Kent)
A rural route (avoiding habitation) around the Stour Valley. Starting through King's Wood and a little of the North Downs Way heading north, crossing the valley and picking up some of the Stour Valley Walk heading south before crossing the river again and heading back into the woods.
Faversham to Hollowshore circular route
4.25 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Faversham (Kent)
A small part of the Saxon Shore Way. A great walk along Faversham Creek to Hollowshore. Great pub, then a shorter walk back through farmland. Enjoy the beautiful desolation of the marshes, just you, the birds, and the breeze. Stop for a rest or bite to eat at the wonderful Shipwrights Arms, then either re-trace your steps or take the shorter walk back through Ham Farm.
The Swale & Oare, near Faversham
4.99 mi
+56 ft
-56 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Oare (Kent)
This Kent walk explores the marshes, creeks and tideways on the south side of the River Swale. On the far side of the water is the Isle of Sheppey and in season the area is an excellent place for watching birdlife.
Dungeness & Romney Marsh
6.90 mi
+10 ft
-16 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Lydd (Kent)
This Kent walk explores a unique landscape, offers excellent bird watching and in complete contrast you pass a nuclear powerstation. There is also the opportunity to ride a steam train!
The Crans loop at Cap Gris Nez
7.97 mi
+571 ft
-574 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Tardinghen (Pas-de-Calais)
Start on the country side, across a field with Cap Blanc Nez in the distance behind you and the English cliffs on your right, in fine weather. Halfway along, take a break on the beach. Return to the top of the cliffs, where you'll appreciate all the notches and the panoramic view of Cap Gris Nez.26/06/2023 The hike has been modified because the passage is forbidden by the hole at Quette and the crossing of the Châtelet stream cannot be made anymore via the dunes.
Fartz trail
Tourist office
2.86 mi
+95 ft
-115 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Wissant (Pas-de-Calais)
Located in a protected natural area, the Fartz trail, dotted with bird observatories, lets you discover all the flora and fauna of Wissant bay.
Cap Blanc-Nez trail - Loop starting from Wissant
11.64 mi
+942 ft
-951 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Wissant (Pas-de-Calais)
Walk from Wissant, through fields and hamlets, to discover the coast and hinterland between Wissant and Cap Blanc-Nez. There are lovely views from the various hills along the way.
Les Hauts de Wissant
6.46 mi
+476 ft
-476 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Wissant (Pas-de-Calais)
This easy circuit will take you to Mont de Couple, at an altitude of 163 metres, which offers a panoramic view of the pretty town of Wissant and the Gris-Nez and Blanc-Nez lighthouses. It uses some sections of the GR®128 and 145 trails.
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