Making everyday active in Gravesham
Hi, I’m Sam and I’m the Everyday Active Champion for Gravesham. I have a real passion for this community and I want to encourage people to become more active. Here are some of the great activities happening in and around the local area. If you would like to talk about getting more active around Gravesham, just get in touch with me by clicking the button to the right.
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parkrun
parkrun organise free, weekly, 5km timed community events that are open to everyone. There are 24 parkruns and 13 junior parkruns across Kent & Medway.
Shorne Woods Country Park is one of the most popular country parks in Kent, offering everything you need to spend a day enjoying the great outdoors. With an easy access trail and open spaces for the children to play, this is definitely worth a visit.
Shorne Woods Country Park
This circular easy access walk travels through precious areas of Shorne Woods country park woodland and past important wildlife areas. The Furzy Leas Meadows at the start of the walk...
What's going on in Gravesham
Walking Hockey (Gravesend)
Gravesend Ladies Hockey Club in conjunction with Gravesham Borough Council invites you to join them for Walking Hockey. Stay active, whatever your age, experience or ability and embrace all the...
Outdoors Is Free
During a time of rising living costs and record high fuel prices, we want to help you and your family stay active this summer without feeling the pinch. We’re inviting...
Explore Kent – easy access trails
Easy access trails are ideal for people with pushchairs, wheelchair users or for those who prefer flatter surfaces with no stiles or gates.
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Family bike rides in Kent
Across the county there are all sorts of brilliant places to go, activities to try and events to enjoy, and getting active as a family is a great way to...
The Big Bike Revival
The Big Bike Revival from Cycling UK aims to make cycling accessible to everyone. There are a number of Big Bike Revival events taking place across Kent in 2022 and everyone is welcome to get involved.
Man v Fat Football
Man v Fat Football encourages men who want to lose weight to take part in a sport where they can become healthier both physically and mentally whilst enjoying the beautiful game.
Free Family Fun Days
Free family activities and events this summer across Dartford, Gravesham and Sevenoaks.
Couch to Fitness App
We know a lot of people want to feel fitter and want to find activities they can do from the comfort of their home – Couch to Fitness is a...
Benefits of…walking
The benefits of walking are almost endless, and whether you used to walk regularly, have no experience of walking for exercise, or even if you're living with mobility issues, walking can provide real benefits for your health and welbeing.
Couch to walking 5k
If you want to get more active in your everyday life, but don’t know where to start, go for a walk! From starting with just 10 steps to working up...
Ramblers Wellbeing Walks
Wellbeing Walks are run by the Ramblers and supports over 600 short, free walks throughout England, all led by friendly, trained walk leaders.
Couch to 5k
Couch to 5k is a simple running plan for beginners, designed to help you work your way up from nothing, to being able to run 5km in a matter of...
One You
The One You campaign is all about helping people to make better choices that will improve their health and wellbeing. Developed by Public Health England, One You provides advice and...
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We are fortunate to have two parkruns in the local borough: Cyclopark parkrun and Shorne Woods parkrun. Taking place every Saturday morning at 9am, these free 5km timed events welcome all abilities. Bring the whole family including the dog and enjoy a walk, jog or run around the park. If you don't fancy running, then you can always volunteer and help cheer everyone on! There's also Gravesend junior parkrun for 4-14 year olds every Sunday.