Things to do in Kent

Pssst… Did you know we have over 1,200 Trails all over the UK? If you’re looking for exciting self-guided walks in Kent, look no further! Click the markers on the map above, check out the sites listed alphabetically below the map, or find a specific place using the search bar. Read on for a snippet of what’s to come on your Trail journey… 

Treasure Trails are self-guided walks with a delightful twist; you become part of your very own mysterious tale as you weave and wind your way around the local area in search of clues to help you crack a secret code. Whether those in your gung-ho gang are 6 or 106, they’ll love their mission - leaving no stone unturned to unearth the elusive answers. With a choice of captivating stories, from detective mysteries to treasure hunts to follow, which Trail will you pick first? 

The resplendent home county of Kent is bursting with natural beauty, from miles of dramatic coastline to beautiful woodlands and lakes – it’s easy to see why it’s known as the Garden of England! There are 12 Treasure Trails in total to tackle, so you’ll soon get to know the area, with each one covering a good couple of miles. What more do you need for a great day out with the family? 

Take a step back in time and head to Rochester, where a Dickensian detective mystery is unfolding. TOP super sleuths are needed (that’s you!), and there are ‘great expectations’ that you’ll be able to solve this case. There’s something fishy going on in Whitstable, and a spy mission is underway to deactivate a dastardly device – can you and your team of secret agents crack the code? Meanwhile, in historic Canterbury, get involved in a walking treasure hunt. Track down the city’s priceless artefacts and create a new tale worth talking about! Do you have what it takes? 

If you’re looking for fun things to do in Kent, a Treasure Trail should tick all the boxes! Channel your inner child and explore nature’s playground as you search for those all-important clues and make plenty of precious memories along the way. That’s the perfect recipe for a family day out, so grab your favourite crew and take the first step right now! 

Discover all of Kent’s amazing Treasure Trails in the list below the map. To find somewhere more specific to your location, scroll up to the top of the page for a map view, or enter the place you’d like to explore into the search bar.