Routes
Route details
The Crab and Winkle Way
Through woodlands, open farmland, orchards and farmyards, following the route of ‘the first regular steam passenger railway in the world’.
Starting at: The popular seaside resort of Whitstable.
Recommended for: All able cyclists. Not recommended for small children.
Distance: Approx 7 miles.
Time: Approx 1hr 20 mins each way.
Signposted: Yes (Detailed map and google map supplied plus lots of helpful advice)
Terrain: Some slightly hilly sections!
Surface: Gravel and tarmac sections.
The Oyster Bay Trail
Between Whitstable, Herne Bay and Reculver. The trail is almost entirely flat with great views over the sea and coastline and including a visit to the Roman / Saxon heritage site of Reculver.
Recommended for: All competent cyclists.
Distance: 8 – 9 miles one way (Whitstable – Herne Bay 4 miles / Herne Bay – Reculver 5 miles)
Time: Herne Bay Approx 45 mins each way - Reculver, approx 1hr 30 mins each way
Signposted: Yes. (Detailed map and google map supplied plus lots of helpful advice)
Terrain: Almost entirely flat.
Traffic: Almost entirely traffic free
Surface: Mainly Concrete – a grass section at Reculver with plastic webbing underneath
Tips: Start at 10am allowing plenty of time to explore the coastline and stop for a swim on your own secluded beach!
The Blean Wood Trail
The 3 Trails Experience
The Blean Wood trail links The Crab and Winkle Way and The Oyster Bay Trail into a circular route. Starting from Whitstable the Three Trails Experience combines the best countryside, woodlands and coastal scenery of all three routes.
Distance: Starting from Whitstable: approx 26 miles.
Time: 3 hours / 4 hours
Tips: Use the Herne Bay link to cut distance (approx 5 miles) and time (approx 45 mins) from your journey.