Nature & Outdoors in Kent

Guided walks, foraging, and park events where someone inevitably asks about that tree. Fresh air and good company included.

Children & FamilyNature & Outdoors

Wild Wonder: Summer family workshops

This gentle and engaging family session is designed to help children and their parents or guardians reconnect with the natural world through play, curiosity and sensory exploration. Blending mindful outdoor activities with creativity and movement, the experience encourages families to slow down together, engage their senses and discover the wellbeing benefits of spending time in nature. Led by local outdoor wellness practitioner and TEDx speaker Tansy Dowman, the session will include a variety of playful and interactive activities suitable for mixed ages. Families may explore sensory awareness exercises, mindful movement, discovery games, seasonal scavenger challenges, natural mandala making and simple crafting using materials found in the landscape. Each week features a different nature-themed activity, so there's always something new to discover. What's happening each week? Nature's Patterns: Discover the colours, shapes and patterns hidden throughout the natural world. Nature Explorers: Explore the woodland and discover nature through fresh eyes. Nature Creatures: Create charming woodland creatures and build mini homes using natural materials. Nature's Art Gallery: Become a nature artist and help transform the woodland into your very own outdoor gallery. These sessions are recommended for children aged 4–11 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Please note, this activity will take place outdoors, please dress appropriately for the weather.

Thu 23 Jul11:15Emmetts Garden

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Children & FamilyNature & Outdoors

Wild Wonder: Summer family workshops

Wild Wonder: Playful Nature Connection for Families This gentle and engaging family session is designed to help children and their parents or guardians reconnect with nature through play, curiosity and sensory exploration. Blending mindful nature activities with creativity and movement, the experience encourages families to slow down together, engage their senses and discover the wellbeing benefits of spending time outdoors. Led by local outdoor wellness practitioner and TEDx speaker, Tansy Dowman, the session will include a variety of playful and interactive nature-based activities suitable for mixed ages. Families may explore sensory awareness exercises, mindful movement, nature discovery games, seasonal scavenger prompts, natural mandala making and simple nature crafting using found materials from the landscape. These sessions are recommended for ages 4 - 11. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Please note, this activity will take place outside. Please dress suitably for cold weather. Please note, you only need to purchase children a space on this workshop. Adults and younger siblings under 4 can accompany a child with a ticket for free as observers only.

Thu 23 Jul12:30Emmetts Garden

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Nature & Outdoors

Around £25.00

Seal Spotting from Sandwich

Our Sandwich Seal trips are approx 1 hour and 45 mins departing from the Sandwich Quay. We will travel down the river Stour for 45 mins taking in all the hidden history on the way to see the seals. Whilst on route there is so much River wildlife to be seen Herons, Little Egret, Kingfishers, Oyster Catchers and plenty more. When we approach the entrance to the River on the edge of Pegwell nature reserve you will see the active resident seal colony. This colony started here roughly 30-35 years ago. With 15 mins to admire these beautiful marine mammals and capture the amazing views of our local coast line before heading back up River to Sandwich Quay.

Thu 23 Jul18:30River Runner Sandwich

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Nature & Outdoors

Around £25.00

Seal Spotting from Sandwich

Our Sandwich Seal trips are approx 1 hour and 45 mins departing from the Sandwich Quay. We will travel down the river Stour for 45 mins taking in all the hidden history on the way to see the seals. Whilst on route there is so much River wildlife to be seen Herons, Little Egret, Kingfishers, Oyster Catchers and plenty more. When we approach the entrance to the River on the edge of Pegwell nature reserve you will see the active resident seal colony. This colony started here roughly 30-35 years ago. With 15 mins to admire these beautiful marine mammals and capture the amazing views of our local coast line before heading back up River to Sandwich Quay.

Fri 24 Jul10:00River Runner Sandwich

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Nature & Outdoors

Around £25.00

Seal Spotting from Sandwich

Our Sandwich Seal trips are approx 1 hour and 45 mins departing from the Sandwich Quay. We will travel down the river Stour for 45 mins taking in all the hidden history on the way to see the seals. Whilst on route there is so much River wildlife to be seen Herons, Little Egret, Kingfishers, Oyster Catchers and plenty more. When we approach the entrance to the River on the edge of Pegwell nature reserve you will see the active resident seal colony. This colony started here roughly 30-35 years ago. With 15 mins to admire these beautiful marine mammals and capture the amazing views of our local coast line before heading back up River to Sandwich Quay.

Sat 25 Jul10:30River Runner Sandwich

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Likely freeNature & Outdoors

Allington Castle Open Gardens

Allington Castle will be opening their exclusive gardens for our Heart of Kent Hospice fundraiser - helping us raise money to support terminally ill people in our community.

Sun 26 JulHeart of Kent Hospice Shop

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Nature & Outdoors

Around £25.00

Seal Spotting from Sandwich

Our Sandwich Seal trips are approx 1 hour and 45 mins departing from the Sandwich Quay. We will travel down the river Stour for 45 mins taking in all the hidden history on the way to see the seals. Whilst on route there is so much River wildlife to be seen Herons, Little Egret, Kingfishers, Oyster Catchers and plenty more. When we approach the entrance to the River on the edge of Pegwell nature reserve you will see the active resident seal colony. This colony started here roughly 30-35 years ago. With 15 mins to admire these beautiful marine mammals and capture the amazing views of our local coast line before heading back up River to Sandwich Quay.

Sun 26 Jul10:00River Runner Sandwich

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Nature & Outdoors

Around £25.00

Seal Spotting from Sandwich

Our Sandwich Seal trips are approx 1 hour and 45 mins departing from the Sandwich Quay. We will travel down the river Stour for 45 mins taking in all the hidden history on the way to see the seals. Whilst on route there is so much River wildlife to be seen Herons, Little Egret, Kingfishers, Oyster Catchers and plenty more. When we approach the entrance to the River on the edge of Pegwell nature reserve you will see the active resident seal colony. This colony started here roughly 30-35 years ago. With 15 mins to admire these beautiful marine mammals and capture the amazing views of our local coast line before heading back up River to Sandwich Quay.

Mon 27 Jul11:50River Runner Sandwich

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Nature & Outdoors

Around £25.00

Seal Spotting from Sandwich

Our Sandwich Seal trips are approx 1 hour and 45 mins departing from the Sandwich Quay. We will travel down the river Stour for 45 mins taking in all the hidden history on the way to see the seals. Whilst on route there is so much River wildlife to be seen Herons, Little Egret, Kingfishers, Oyster Catchers and plenty more. When we approach the entrance to the River on the edge of Pegwell nature reserve you will see the active resident seal colony. This colony started here roughly 30-35 years ago. With 15 mins to admire these beautiful marine mammals and capture the amazing views of our local coast line before heading back up River to Sandwich Quay.

Mon 27 Jul12:50River Runner Sandwich

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Nature & Outdoors

Around £25.00

Seal Spotting from Sandwich

Our Sandwich Seal trips are approx 1 hour and 45 mins departing from the Sandwich Quay. We will travel down the river Stour for 45 mins taking in all the hidden history on the way to see the seals. Whilst on route there is so much River wildlife to be seen Herons, Little Egret, Kingfishers, Oyster Catchers and plenty more. When we approach the entrance to the River on the edge of Pegwell nature reserve you will see the active resident seal colony. This colony started here roughly 30-35 years ago. With 15 mins to admire these beautiful marine mammals and capture the amazing views of our local coast line before heading back up River to Sandwich Quay.

Mon 27 Jul13:50River Runner Sandwich

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Nature & Outdoors

Around £25.00

Seal Spotting from Sandwich

Our Sandwich Seal trips are approx 1 hour and 45 mins departing from the Sandwich Quay. We will travel down the river Stour for 45 mins taking in all the hidden history on the way to see the seals. Whilst on route there is so much River wildlife to be seen Herons, Little Egret, Kingfishers, Oyster Catchers and plenty more. When we approach the entrance to the River on the edge of Pegwell nature reserve you will see the active resident seal colony. This colony started here roughly 30-35 years ago. With 15 mins to admire these beautiful marine mammals and capture the amazing views of our local coast line before heading back up River to Sandwich Quay.

Mon 27 Jul14:50River Runner Sandwich

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Nature & Outdoors

Around £25.00

Seal Spotting from Sandwich

Our Sandwich Seal trips are approx 1 hour and 45 mins departing from the Sandwich Quay. We will travel down the river Stour for 45 mins taking in all the hidden history on the way to see the seals. Whilst on route there is so much River wildlife to be seen Herons, Little Egret, Kingfishers, Oyster Catchers and plenty more. When we approach the entrance to the River on the edge of Pegwell nature reserve you will see the active resident seal colony. This colony started here roughly 30-35 years ago. With 15 mins to admire these beautiful marine mammals and capture the amazing views of our local coast line before heading back up River to Sandwich Quay.

Tue 28 Jul12:30River Runner Sandwich

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Nature & Outdoors

Around £25.00

Seal Spotting from Sandwich

Our Sandwich Seal trips are approx 1 hour and 45 mins departing from the Sandwich Quay. We will travel down the river Stour for 45 mins taking in all the hidden history on the way to see the seals. Whilst on route there is so much River wildlife to be seen Herons, Little Egret, Kingfishers, Oyster Catchers and plenty more. When we approach the entrance to the River on the edge of Pegwell nature reserve you will see the active resident seal colony. This colony started here roughly 30-35 years ago. With 15 mins to admire these beautiful marine mammals and capture the amazing views of our local coast line before heading back up River to Sandwich Quay.

Wed 29 Jul11:00River Runner Sandwich

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Children & FamilyNature & Outdoors

Wild Wonder: Summer family workshops

Wild Wonder: Playful Nature Connection for Families This gentle and engaging family session is designed to help children and their parents or guardians reconnect with nature through play, curiosity and sensory exploration. Blending mindful nature activities with creativity and movement, the experience encourages families to slow down together, engage their senses and discover the wellbeing benefits of spending time outdoors. Led by local outdoor wellness practitioner and TEDx speaker, Tansy Dowman, the session will include a variety of playful and interactive nature-based activities suitable for mixed ages. Families may explore sensory awareness exercises, mindful movement, nature discovery games, seasonal scavenger prompts, natural mandala making and simple nature crafting using found materials from the landscape. These sessions are recommended for ages 4 - 11. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Please note, this activity will take place outside. Please dress suitably for cold weather. Please note, you only need to purchase children a space on this workshop. Adults and younger siblings under 4 can accompany a child with a ticket for free as observers only.

Thu 30 Jul11:15Emmetts Garden

via Emmetts Garden

Nature & Outdoors

Around £25.00

Seal Spotting from Sandwich

Our Sandwich Seal trips are approx 1 hour and 45 mins departing from the Sandwich Quay. We will travel down the river Stour for 45 mins taking in all the hidden history on the way to see the seals. Whilst on route there is so much River wildlife to be seen Herons, Little Egret, Kingfishers, Oyster Catchers and plenty more. When we approach the entrance to the River on the edge of Pegwell nature reserve you will see the active resident seal colony. This colony started here roughly 30-35 years ago. With 15 mins to admire these beautiful marine mammals and capture the amazing views of our local coast line before heading back up River to Sandwich Quay.

Thu 30 Jul11:45River Runner Sandwich

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Children & FamilyNature & Outdoors

Wild Wonder: Summer family workshops

Wild Wonder: Playful Nature Connection for Families This gentle and engaging family session is designed to help children and their parents or guardians reconnect with nature through play, curiosity and sensory exploration. Blending mindful nature activities with creativity and movement, the experience encourages families to slow down together, engage their senses and discover the wellbeing benefits of spending time outdoors. Led by local outdoor wellness practitioner and TEDx speaker, Tansy Dowman, the session will include a variety of playful and interactive nature-based activities suitable for mixed ages. Families may explore sensory awareness exercises, mindful movement, nature discovery games, seasonal scavenger prompts, natural mandala making and simple nature crafting using found materials from the landscape. These sessions are recommended for ages 4 - 11. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Please note, this activity will take place outside. Please dress suitably for cold weather. Please note, you only need to purchase children a space on this workshop. Adults and younger siblings under 4 can accompany a child with a ticket for free as observers only.

Thu 30 Jul12:30Emmetts Garden

via Emmetts Garden

Nature & Outdoors

Around £25.00

Seal Spotting from Sandwich

Our Sandwich Seal trips are approx 1 hour and 45 mins departing from the Sandwich Quay. We will travel down the river Stour for 45 mins taking in all the hidden history on the way to see the seals. Whilst on route there is so much River wildlife to be seen Herons, Little Egret, Kingfishers, Oyster Catchers and plenty more. When we approach the entrance to the River on the edge of Pegwell nature reserve you will see the active resident seal colony. This colony started here roughly 30-35 years ago. With 15 mins to admire these beautiful marine mammals and capture the amazing views of our local coast line before heading back up River to Sandwich Quay.

Fri 31 Jul12:15River Runner Sandwich

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