Brewers Road, Shorne, Gravesend, Kent DA12 3HX
Shorne Woods Country Park
Parkland
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5.4
Wildland
1–2 hours to half day
Time
Paid
Cost
Peaceful
Feel
Why it's Wildland
5.4A 292-acre Kent country park of woodland, wetlands and meadows, with marked trails and an eco-friendly visitor centre.
Shorne Woods offers more than a straightforward woodland stroll: its varied habitats, marked trails and visitor facilities make it a practical base for exploring this part of Kent’s countryside. The available evidence supports a worthwhile visit, though not a more distinctive historical or ecological claim.
Peaceful · Family-buzz
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The experience
Explore the park’s marked trails through woodland, wetlands and meadows. The visitor centre, café and accessible facilities make it easier to plan a short visit or a longer stop; check the current park map and conditions before setting out.
Things to do
Follow a waymarked trail
Use the park’s waymarked trails to explore its woodland, wetland and meadow habitats. Check the park map for route choices and current access information.
Try the trim trail
The park lists a trim trail among its facilities. Check its current location and suitability on arrival.
Visit the visitor centre and café
Kent County Council lists a visitor centre with a café and refreshments. Check current opening details before relying on it.
Explore the play area
A children’s play area is listed among the park facilities. Check current details and supervision requirements before visiting.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · 1–2 hours
Quick woodland-and-meadow wander
- 01
Start at the country park and check the current map and trail information.
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Choose a short marked trail through the park’s woodland, wetlands or meadows.
- 03
Return to the visitor centre if you want refreshments; check facilities and opening details before setting off.
Half day · Half day
Make a half day of the park
- 01
Check the park’s current map and select a longer waymarked trail.
- 02
Explore more than one of the woodland, wetland and meadow habitats.
- 03
Consider the trim trail or play area if they suit your visit.
- 04
Finish with refreshments at the visitor-centre café, checking current details first.
When to go
· No specific time of day is supported by the supplied sources.
The supplied sources do not establish a seasonal highlight or best visiting months.
Check current conditions and trail information with the park before visiting; the supplied sources do not describe surface or weather-related access conditions.
What to look for
Notice the changing habitats as the trails pass through woodland, wetlands and meadows. The supplied sources do not verify particular species or historic features to seek out.
Best time to go
No specific best season is established by the supplied sources; check current conditions and events before visiting.
No specific time of day or seasonal wildlife highlight is verified in the supplied sources. Check the park’s current information before choosing a visit.
How long to spend
1–2 hours to half day
Perfect for
Walkers · Families · Wildlife lovers
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: 9am-6:30pm
- Tuesday: 9am-6:30pm
- Wednesday: 9am-6:30pm
- Thursday: 9am-6:30pm
- Friday: 9am-6:30pm
- Saturday: 9am-6:30pm
- Sunday: 9am-6:30pm
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Practical information
Opening & access
Kent County Council describes the park as open to all. Check the official site for current opening and access details before travelling.
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Parking
Pay-and-display parking is listed by Kent County Council. Check current charges and availability before visiting.
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Toilets
Accessible toilets are listed by Kent County Council.
Food & drink
A café and refreshments are listed at the visitor centre by Kent County Council.
Dogs
Dog walks are listed among the park’s activities. Check current rules and signage before visiting.
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Accessibility
Kent County Council lists easy-access trails, disabled parking, accessible toilets and Tramper hire. Check the official park page for route-specific information.
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Cost
Paid
Water
Fishing lakes are mentioned by Kent County Council. Swimming and paddling permission is not established; do not assume either is allowed.
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Around Shorne Woods Country Park
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
