Discover the perfect blend of Kentish history and dog-friendly trekking on this 8.7-mile circular route. From the sweeping coastal views of the Lympne escarpment to the tranquil towpaths of the Royal Military Canal, this Hikes and Pints guide has everything you need for a great day out, including the best local pub stops for you and your dog.
Discover a stunning 6.49-mile circular route scaling the chalk shoulders of the Elham Valley and Kent Downs. Weave through ancient beech woodlands and wide agricultural trackways before finishing right at the doorstep of The Red Lion in Bridge for a well-earned post-hike pint.
Looking for the ultimate weekend hike-and-pint? Discover a dog-friendly 7.3-mile circular trail through the quiet chalk valleys and ancient trackways of the Kent Downs, starting and finishing right at The Blue Silo micropub in Selstead for well-earned post-hike drinks.
“We have all the time in the world.” And you will want to savour every second of it when navigating the dramatic white chalk cliffs of St Margaret’s Bay. Set right at the UK’s closest point to continental Europe, this breathtaking 12.3km coastal circular is mapped specifically for dogs and their humans. Combining expansive views over the English Channel with rich WW2 military history and authentic 007 heritage, finishing exactly where you want to be: on the shoreline with a well-earned pint at Britain’s nearest pub to France.
Step off the high-speed rail and straight into the sweeping, panoramic chalk valleys of the Kent Downs AONB. We mapped this highly rewarding 3-hour circular route to be a perfect, seamless countryside escape for average to fit walkers and their dogs. Starting from Wye, the trail pushes up the North Downs Way for staggering views across the Weald of Kent before dropping you directly onto the riverbanks for a well-earned pint at The Tickled Trout.
Elevate your weekend dog walk with a fast, light 10km circular route starting at The Pig at Bridge Place in Kent. Enjoy off-lead woodland trails, wood-fired pizza, and a pint at The Red Lion.
