Pedal through Kent with the Summer of Cycling

Three people on bikes ride through greenery next to a river.

The summer holidays are here and Kent County Council (KCC) is encouraging Kent residents to hop on their bikes and explore the beautiful green and blue spaces of the county’s countryside and coast with the Summer of Cycling campaign.

Championed by Explore Kent and Greener Kent, the Summer of Cycling campaign invites residents to embrace the sunshine and longer evenings by considering cycling and wheeling as an alternative to car journeys.

Whether it’s a short distance to run errands, a day out with family and friends or commuting to work, cycling is a great way to maintain a healthy lifestyle, connect with nature and contribute to a greener environment.

There’s a lot to discover when cycling. Explore Kent has all the cycle trails and cycle parks across the county, and are introducing the Junior Cycling Challenge, new for Summer 2024.

Young explorers can take part in the Explore Kent Junior Cycling Challenge and receive a Bronze (5km), Silver (8km) and Gold (10km) certificate for their cycling adventures. To find out more, visit Explore Kent Junior Cycling Challenge - Explore Kent.

I invite anyone who has ever considered cycling to join us in pedalling through the picturesque green landscapes and across coastal paths that our county boasts.

Rob Thomas Cabinet Member for Environment

Rob Thomas, Cabinet Member for Environment, said: “I am a huge advocate of the Summer of Cycling campaign.

“As well as promoting a healthy and active lifestyle, and contributing to a greener environment, the campaign is also a celebration of Kent’s beautiful landscapes.

“I invite anyone who has ever considered cycling to join us in pedalling through the picturesque green landscapes and across coastal paths that our county boasts.

“With many trails to discover, residents can download the free Kent Connected app on their phones to find cycling routes near them.”

Follow along with the Summer of Cycling campaign on Explore Kent’s social media channels: Instagram and Facebook.

Find out more about Explore Kent and Greener Kent.