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Join us on Wednesday 21 October 2026 for a scenic weekday walk through the beautiful Hothfield Heathland Nature Reserve and the surrounding Kent countryside. Starting from the nature reserve, we’ll head towards Little Chart, following sections of the Stour Valley Walk and taking in the peaceful fields and rural landscapes along the way.
The route offers a lovely mix of open heathland, countryside paths and quiet village scenery, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the natural surroundings and discover this special corner of Kent. Hothfield Heathland is one of Kent’s remaining areas of lowland heath, providing an important habitat for a variety of wildlife.
As we make our way back towards the nature reserve, we’ll have time to enjoy the changing scenery and the tranquillity of the landscape. While the Highland cattle are no longer present, the heathland remains a great place to look out for wildlife and enjoy a peaceful walk through one of Kent’s distinctive natural landscapes.
Schedule

Date: 21 October 2026
Meet and Start Time: 09:45 meet for 10:00 am start
Walking time: 3.15 hrs (incl. short break)
Walk Leader: Ian Henderson
Location

Meeting point: Hothfield Car Park, Maidstone Road, Hothfield, Kent, United Kingdom, TN26 1AN
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Car Parking: Charges not included
Route

Terrain: reasonably flat with some slight inclines
Distance: Approximately 10.3 km (6.5 miles)
Walk Type: Circular

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On this walk we will be strolling in the footsteps of some heavenly Saints and some rather dastardly Sinners. Starting outside of Canterbury West Train Station we will make our way through the historic City of Canterbury stopping in at four excellent pubs where you will be able to sample a wide selection of real ale, craft beer, wine and gin (drinks not included in the price). We will finish our walk back at Canterbury West. Along the way you will hear tales of pubs past and present. This walk will also include tales of the various heroes and heretics that have made their way through the streets under the shadow of the cathedral. Including tales of when a Plum Pudding started a riot, how a guidebook nearly levelled a city and how one woman’s marriage changed the history of religion in Britain amongst many others.
Meeting point: Canterbury West Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN

Finishing point: Saints and Sinners: Canterbury West Station
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Car Parking: Charges not included
Route

Terrain: On the streets of Canterbury
Distance: Approximately 3 miles
Walk Type:

Saints and Sinners: Circular

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On this walk we will be strolling in the footsteps of Thomas Beckett, Henry II, Chaucer and millions of pilgrims who have wound their way across the country to reach the Cathedral at Canterbury.
Starting outside of Canterbury West Train Station we will make our way through the historic City of Canterbury stopping in four excellent pubs where you will be able to sample the finest selection of real ale, craft beer, wine and gin that Kent has to offer (drinks not included in the price). We will finish our walk as many pilgrims have across the centuries at Canterbury Cathedral.
Along the way you will hear tales of pubs past and present. This walk will also include tales of the struggles of pilgrims as they made their way through the city, a Saint with a lost head and what happened to the bones of Thomas Beckett amongst many other stories.
Location

Meeting point: Canterbury West Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN
Finishing point: Pints and Pilgrims: Canterbury Cathedral
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Car Parking: Charges not included
Route

Terrain: On the streets of Canterbury
Distance: Approximately 3 miles
Walk Type: Pints and Pilgrims: Linear

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### About This Navigation Course

Join Boots On Adventures for a fun, practical and informative 4-hour Night Navigation for Beginners session exploring the countryside around Faversham.
You don't need to be an experienced navigator. We'll start with the basics, showing you how to read a map, understand what you're seeing around you and use a compass. Then, as darkness falls, we'll put those skills into practice and see how different navigation becomes when you can't rely on daylight.
Paths that seem obvious during the day can look very different at night. Landmarks become harder to spot, distances can feel different and suddenly that little red arrow on your compass becomes very important!
We'll learn together as a group, with plenty of opportunities to have a go, ask questions and practise the skills along the way. There'll be useful tips, practical challenges, a bit of problem-solving and, hopefully, plenty of laughs too.
By the end of the evening, you'll understand the basics of map and compass navigation and have experienced what it's like to use those skills after dark.

What you'll learn

• How navigating at night differs from navigating in daylight
• How to orientate and use an OS map in darkness
• Using a compass to take and follow bearings
• Recognising features on the ground when visibility is limited
• How to use your headtorch effectively while navigating

What to bring

• Weather-appropriate clothing (layers recommended)
• Sturdy footwear suitable for uneven ground
• Water and snacks
• Any personal medication
• Head torch and spare batteries
• Optional: your own compass (we can provide these)