Kent Downs, Protected natural area in Kent, England
The Kent Downs extend from the White Cliffs of Dover to the Surrey border, encompassing woodlands, chalk coastline, and grassland across 878 square kilometers.
The region received its Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty designation in July 1968, protecting the eastern section of the North Downs and its geological formations.
The North Downs Way National Trail spans 153 miles through the Kent Downs, connecting numerous villages that maintain traditional agricultural practices.
Several marked pathways traverse the downs, including wheelchair-accessible routes and the Stour Valley Walk, which crosses the eastern section of the protected area.
The area contains three major rivers - Darent, Medway, and Stour - and reaches its highest point at Toy's Hill, 250 meters above sea level.
Location: Medway
GPS coordinates: 51.29000,0.58000
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:20
White Cliffs of Dover
56.9 km
Canterbury Cathedral
35 km
Chartwell
35 km
Hever Castle
34.5 km
Brands Hatch
23.3 km
Dover Castle
54.9 km
Leeds Castle
5.8 km
Watling Street
34.9 km
Rochester Castle
12.4 km
Chevening
31.2 km
Royal St George's Golf Club
54.8 km
Sissinghurst Castle Garden
19.4 km
Shell Grotto
57.4 km
Dreamland Margate
56.4 km
Port Lympne Wild Animal Park
37.8 km
Penshurst Place
30.5 km
St Martin's Church
35.8 km
Ashford Designer Outlet
26.9 km
Chislehurst Caves
38.6 km
Down House
36.9 km
Rochester Cathedral
12.2 km
Walmer Castle
58.1 km
U-475 Black Widow
12.9 km
HMS Cavalier
12.3 km
Scotney Castle
25 km
Knole House
26.2 km
Ightham Mote
22 km
St Augustine's Abbey
35.4 kmReviews
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