Two visitors in warm coats walk through a wooden gate into spring woodland, with a small black and tan dog on a lead — Spring walks at Crickley Hill, Gloucestershire | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Walking in Kent

From discovering the Chartwell estate and the surrounding countryside, exploring the woodland and wildlife at Sissinghurst Castle Garden and enjoying the panoramic views at Toys Hill, here are some of the best walks in Kent.

Rear view of Weardale Monument at Toys Hill, Kent. Tree trunk and roots in foreground

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Weardale circular walk from Chartwell

A beautiful 3-hour walk that links Chartwell with Emmetts Garden. From daffodils and bluebells to roses and autumnal shades, enjoy a rainbow of colour throughout each month of the year as you walk through the West Kent countryside.

Early morning on the Estate in March at Sissinghurst

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Sissinghurst Castle Garden and Estate walk

Explore highlights of the 450-acre estate around Sissinghurst Castle Garden on this circular walk, taking in a 16th-century tower and Sissinghurst Castle Farm.

View across the valley with the picturesque Scotney Castle in Kent in the foreground and the Victorian country house beyond

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Scotney parkland trail

Follow the trail to discover historic parkland, take in the view of Scotney Castle and discover fascinating features of the Scotney estate in Kent.

The walk up to Wilmot Hill on the National Trust Ightham Mote estate in Kent

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Ightham Mote circular walk to Wilmot Hill

Enjoy the Kentish countryside from the Ightham Mote estate as you walk the periphery of a large part of its 580 acres. The walk incorporates Scathes Wood, the Greensand Way, Wilmot Hill and Broadhoath Wood.

Spring sun through the trees at Toys Hill, Kent

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Octavia Hill Centenary Trail West

Follow the Octavia Hill Centenary Trail West in Kent and experience the places that were part of the life and history of one of the National Trust's founders.

A summer view across Chartwell house and beyond from Mariners Hill

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Hosey Common to Mariners Hill loop walk

Explore Mariners Hill on this circular trail, which takes in fantastic views over Sir Winston Churchill's home at the Chartwell estate and the Weald of Kent.

A summer view across the Weald of Kent from Mariners Hill, a National Trust countryside site in Kent

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Mariners Hill from Chartwell walk

Explore Mariners Hill and enjoy views of Winston Churchill's home at Chartwell and the Weald in Kent on this moderate circular walk.

Exterior of the chapel at Old Soar Manor showing the east window with garderobe beyond.

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Ightham Mote circular walk to Old Soar Manor

This historical circular walk links two National Trust places dating to medieval times, while also taking you through the ancient woodland of Scathes Wood and into Fairlawne Estate.

View from the clifftop at The White Cliffs of Dover, Kent, on a sunny day in August

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Walking at the White Cliffs of Dover

Enjoy spectacular views at the White Cliffs of Dover.

A view over green hilly fields on the estate at Bateman's with large trees covered in leaves that are turning from green to yellow and orange during the autumn

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Exploring the estate at Bateman's

Explore the estate at Bateman's. Discover what to see and do, from wildlife to seasonal plants and walks, in a landscape that inspired Kipling.

We’ve worked in partnership with Forthglade to create a pawprint rating system, which shows the facilities for your dog at our places. Here are Kent's Three Pawprints places, which offer the best dog access and facilities.

A small white dog is investigating flower beds in a formal garden, with an arch of purple-flowered wisteria above it

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Visiting Chartwell with your dog

Chartwell is a three pawprint rated place. Bring your four-legged friend along on a short lead for a stroll around the garden or go for a roam in the woods. Find out more about where you can and can't take your dog.

Six small white dogs, led by two people, Blenheim Palace Oxfordshire

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Visiting Scotney Castle with your dog

Whether you're enjoying a walk through the estate together, soaking up the beauty of the formal garden or popping in for a cuppa, here's everything you need to know about bringing your dog to Scotney Castle, a 3 paw print National Trust place.

Dog walking in bluebell woodland at Hatchlands Park, Surrey

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Visiting Emmetts Garden with your dog

Emmetts Garden is a three pawprint rated place. Share a stroll around Emmetts Garden with your dog. Allowed in all areas of the gardens, there’s no better place for them to spend a day.