Heart of Kent Walking Festival

Name: Heart of Kent Walking Festival
Start: 2026-03-21T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-03-29T22:59:00+00:00
Location: Balfour Winery

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Next: Saturday, 21 March 2026

Runs until Sunday, 29 March 2026 (See all dates)

Time: 00:00 - 23:59
Venue: Balfour Winery, Staplehurst
Price: --

Based around Maidstone in Kent. It will include countryside walks through villages, the Kent Downs AONB, and the North Downs Way, along riverside and other beautiful locations.

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Events: A variety of guided walks ranging from leisurely, family-friendly strolls to more challenging hikes.
Highlights:
- Buttercups and Daisies: A family-friendly walk along the Greensand Way featuring a visit to the Buttercups Sanctuary for Goats.
- Town Center History: A 2-hour guided walking tour of Maidstone Town Centre, costing £15.
- Nature & Heritage: Walks exploring the North Downs at Harrietsham and the surrounding Bearsted, Detling, and Thurnham Castle area.
Booking: Essential for most guided walks; some popular events may fill up quickly.