Enjoy being outside in the fresh air uncovering new sites and smells?  Then why not explore the Maritime Heritage Trail on foot or by bike.  What better way to experience the nautical treasures of Kent and Medway than by hopping on your bike or digging out those walking boots to enjoy a day at the coast?

Introduction card

This provides you with an introduction to what you can expect to find in the trails.

Thanet Trail

The 3 towns of Thanet – Margate, Broadstairs & Ramsgate - provide a great day out along the coast. Exploring the golden sands around the coast offers plenty of opportunities to sunbathe, eat a picnic or play a game.

Medway Trail

Medway is situated along the River Medway and this trail encompasses Rochester with its lovely atmosphere and fine historic buildings, The Historic Dockyard in Chatham, one of the most complete dockyards from the age of sail, and Upper Upnor, the beautiful village setting for Upnor Castle.

Whitstable / Herne Bay Trail

Watch how your surroundings change as you move from the uniquely charming fishing town of Whitstable to the more vibrant seaside resort of Herne Bay with its Victorian villas, buckets and spades and amusement arcades. It all changes again as you approach Reculver National Park where people are swapped for birds, beach becomes field and buildings are replaced by the twin towers of St. Mary’s Church.

Dover Trail

This trail covers Dover with its majestic castle and impressive port, Deal & Walmer with their enchanting castles built by King Henry VIII to defend our shores in case of attack from France, and Sandwich a fine example of a Medieval town.

Further Useful Sites

www.kent.gov.uk/sp/countrysideaccess

www.vikingcoastaltrail.co.uk