Exploring the Landscape Around Birchington - Archaeological Landscape Walk in Thanet, Kent
Multiple dates and times available
As part of the Thanet Archaeological Landscapes Mapping Project, we are pleased to invite you to join us for a guided archaeological walk exploring some of Thanet's most fascinating archaeological landscapes.
This walk will explore the landscape to the south and west of Birchington, in the north-western corner of Thanet, where there is a wide array of evidence for human activity is scattered across the open countryside.
The walk is approximately 8 km (5 miles) in length and follows country footpaths. It is expected to take around 3-3.5 hours, including several stops. The route is gently undulating, with a total elevation gain of approximately 50 metres, and includes several stiles. Please note that some of the footpaths can be uneven underfoot.
What to Expect
There will be plenty of opportunities to stop along the route to discuss the archaeological discoveries that have helped us better understand how people have lived, worked and moved through this landscape over thousands of years.
The walk will start and finish at locations with car parking and toilet facilities. Full details of meeting points and timings will be provided following booking.
Please look ahead at the weather forecast and make sure to bring along appropriate clothing/footwear and water.
Location
Birchington or Cliffsend in Thanet, Birchington or Cliffsend in Thanet , Kent, CT7, United Kingdom
Additional location/direction information
Detail about the precise meeting point will be provided once you have booked onto the event. The walks will be at a gentle pace and there will be plenty of stopping but please ensure you are fit enough to walk the route before booking.
Schedule
Sat, 25 Jul
2:00 PM
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5:30 PM
Wed, 29 Jul
2:00 PM
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5:30 PM
Duration of event
2 hours - 3 hours and 30 mins depending on which walk you choose and the number of questions etc.
Additional booking information
To ensure the walks can be managed safely, particularly where routes involve road crossings and narrow country lanes, places will be limited to approximately 15 participants per walk. Places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. If you would like to attend, please email victoria.hosegood@kent.gov.uk with your name and the names of any additional people in your group. We will then send further information about meeting locations and timings.