Walking and running
The park offers ideal traffic-free running conditions with over three miles of leisure paths to explore, and a range of organised races and fun runs taking place throughout the year, including the popular Junior Park Run, Saxon, Vikings & Normans Marathons, the KM Colour Run and the annual Kent Christmas Cracker.
Cycling and bike hire
The smooth, traffic-free tarmac track is perfect for road cycling and for families with novice cyclists. There are also plenty of off-road, single-track mountain bike trails, perfect for beginners to learn the basics and red routes dotted between for advanced riders to test their skills. Around the circumference of the park there is a gravel leisure path which is the perfect opportunity to see the park and its surroundings on a comfortable ride.
Bring you own bike or hire one here – a range of adult and children’s bikes, trikes, child seats and helmets are available to hire, no pre-booking required.
Adventure playground
The Play Park has a zip line, maze, swings, slides, climbing frames and much more, including a range of accessible equipment. Located next to the Lamp Room and the Kent Mining Museum (see below), the play park is easily accessible for all.
Wild Ones Forest School
Being outdoors in nature is essential for children and getting muddy or a few bruises and scrapes are all a part of growing up on the wild side. Wild Ones Forest School supports children in engaged, real-life, nature-based learning to empower them to grow confidently and develop through the ability to take risks and learn at their own pace. Please visit the website or contact the park for session dates and times.
Hands-on activities
A range of drop-in activities are available, please visit the website or contact the park for session dates and times. Activities include battle target archery, geocaching, fossil hunting, orienteering and axe throwing!