• 15 May 2026

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5 Affordable Ways to Get Moving in Kent this Summer

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If winter left you feeling tired and slow, fresh outdoor air can help you feel full of energy again. Now that the weather is getting better and the days are longer, getting outside is easier than ever.

Spending time outdoors can help you feel calm and gives your body a gentle boost of feel-good chemicals, which can lift your mood. What’s more, here in Kent, there are lots of easy and cheap (or even free) ways to get moving and look after your body and mind. Here are five ideas to help you get active and outdoors in Kent this Summer.

1. Walking Trails

Kent’s countryside walks are some of the best in the country, and many are completely free. There are some tougher trails and rocky paths to explore, but there are also plenty of gentle ones perfect for a sunny afternoon stroll. Whether you’re heading to one of Kent’s country parks, through the North Downs or along a coastal path, going at your own pace is what matters. 

2. Community Gardens

You’ve heard the saying about ‘getting your hands dirty’, but what if you really did? Many of Kent’s community gardens like Communigrow, welcome helpers for digging, planting, weeding and other simple gardening jobs. Helping out builds your strength and gets you outside with other people. 

3. Outdoor Gyms

You don’t always need to pay for a gym to get stronger and fitter. Many parks in Kent have free outdoor gym equipment. These spaces are open to everyone, whatever the weather, and you don’t need to book ahead. 

4. Social Pay and Play

Some of the most fun ways to get moving are easy-going, friendly team sports. Across Kent, you can find pitch and putt, adventure golf and five-a-side football, with sessions that don’t cost much. You also don’t need pricey kit to play outdoor sports like golf, maybe just a few golf clubs for beginners at most. For casual pitch and putt, you’ll need even less. In the same way, if five-a-side is more your thing, a good pair of football boots doesn’t have to cost a lot, so you can join in with confidence. 

5. Junior Parkrun

If you have children aged 4 to 14, junior parkrun might be the best Sunday morning you haven’t tried yet. Every week at 9am, young people run, jog, walk or skip a free 2-kilometre route at events like the one in Dartford’s Central Park. Discover the joy of junior parkrun, it’s free and there every Sunday.

Ready to find something that suits you? Use the ‘personalised for you’ feature on the home page of Everyday Active and explore the local sessions, groups and events across the county, many of which are free or low-cost. Or you can scroll through your community page to find what’s available in your local area. Whatever your starting point, there’s something in Kent for everyone this Summer.

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