Briars Court B & B

1066 Harold's Way

Traces the footsteps of King Harold's march to the Battle of Hastings in 1066, winding through Kent and Sussex countryside. Expect mixed terrain with moderate climbs through farmland, woodland and historic villages. The full route is challenging for young families, though individual sections work well; buggies won't manage most stretches due to stiles and uneven paths. Dogs welcome throughout. A brilliant history lesson on foot, connecting Battle Abbey with commemorative sites and offering genui

King Charles III England Coast Path: Grain to Woolwich

National Trails

Red Circular Walk

Purple Circular Walk

Meanders through gentle Medway countryside with mostly flat terrain and occasional mild slopes, making it suitable for families with older children who can manage a longer outing. Buggies will struggle on the unsurfaced sections and stiles. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Offers peaceful rural scenery, patchwork fields, and glimpses of traditional Kentish farmland – a lovely escape for those wanting proper countryside without serious hills.

Darnley Trail

Loops 10km through mixed woodland and open farmland near Strood with gentle to moderate inclines throughout. Well-maintained paths suitable for older children and active families, though some muddier sections after rain make it challenging for buggies. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Offers lovely Medway Valley views and quiet countryside just minutes from urban areas, perfect for a half-day escape with decent navigation required on less-marked stretches.