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Local escapes

Enjoy our selection of favourite walks and discover incredible destinations

Hop on the train and explore...

From hikes across the rolling hillsides and breezy coastal trips taking in the fresh salty sea air, to leisurely saunters through country park, or exploring historic sights and strolls through nature, our local escapes offer the chance to discover beautiful destinations and some real hidden gems.

There’s also plenty of events happening across our network, all just a short hop away on the train.

We’ve included some of our favourite picnic spots and top picks for cafés and restaurants too. Don’t forget you may need to book, please check their websites for latest information and opening hours.

Travel off-peak Monday to Friday for great value fares and quieter trains

Our Off-Peak train tickets offer great value for money and are available at quieter times to travel. Plus, on weekdays there are no evening peak restrictions, so you don’t need to keep an eye on the clock while you’re out and about!

Choose from the walks below or use them as inspiration to create your own. Plus, discover incredible destinations and the latest events.

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Coastal walks

Take a deep breath of bracing sea air and explore one of the many beautiful walks along Kent's coastline.

Walks, this way

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Nature walks

These wonderful walks will soon have you back at one with nature

Nature walks

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Heritage walks

Soak up magnificent landscapes dotted with historical buildings, from castles to stately homes.

Routes steeped in history

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Countryside and park walks

Take in the beautiful countryside and explore the nature and wildlife in the Garden of England.

Find your perfect stroll

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Beaches

From sleepy bays to catching some top surf, take a look at our best spots for a beach day in Kent and East Sussex.

Beaches in kent and east sussex

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Kent Downs

Designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), Kent Downs has a spectacular landscape and a rich and cultural heritage. Discover ancient bluebell woodlands, chalk coastline and picturesque villages in the Garden of England.

Discover Kent Downs

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North Downs Way

The North Downs Way National Trail weaves across the South East of England offering 153 miles (246km) of stunning scenery, taking in historic Canterbury before reaching the pretty Kent coastline.

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Kent's Easy Access trails

Discover Kent have compiled a selection of over 20 trails that are easily accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs.

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Kings Cross audio tour with Russell Tovey

Whether you’ve just arrived in to St Pancras International, or you’re local to the area, explore the fascinating history of Kings Cross on this free 45 minute Art & Culture Tour with Russell Tovey as your audio guide. Begin the tour just outside the station entrances, by the IFO illuminated ‘birdcage’ and afterwards, enjoy the many cafes, restaurants and shops in the area.

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Events & things to do

From art and music festivals to delicious food and drink events, there's plenty of things to see and do.

Find out what's on

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Explore our destinations

There's such a wide variety of things to see and do across our network, from city sights to stunning coastline, you're really spoilt for choice.

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Kids for a Quid

Kids for a Quid

An adult can travel with up to 4 kids (aged 5-15) for just £1 each on off-peak Southeastern services. Under 5’s go free!

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GroupSave

GroupSave

If you’re planning to travel as a group of three to nine adults, save up to 34% on the price of individual adult tickets. Plus, any kids travelling in addition to your group of adults will be eligible for Kids for a Quid tickets.

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Railcards

You can get at least a third off standard train fares with a railcard. Find the one that suits you best.

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