Walking and Cycling

It is recommended by medical professionals that adults get 150 minutes of exercise per week (30 minutes per day over five days). Walking and cycling are excellent ways to achieve this, sometimes without even realising it!

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There are numerous local amenities that are conveniently within walking distance from your home. Duncan Downs Park and woodland area is reachable in 6-minutes, while Prospect Retail Park is also accessible with a 10-minute walk and the Estuary View Medical Centre is just a 12-minute stroll away. For public transportation, the nearest bus stops are Long Reach situated on Clapham Hill Road, a 4-minute walk.

You can use the Explore Kent website to find information about nearby walking trails and events.

Check out the East Kent Walking Group who are a proud member of Ramblers and host regular walks across the Faversham and wider area.

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[su_spoiler title=”Cycling” style=”fancy”]Cycling can be a great alternative to short car journeys and many local facilities can easily be reached by bicycle. If you are cycling to Faversham Train Station, there are a number of cycle stands – just don’t forget to take your lock with you. Cycling doesn’t have to be just for commuting or errands though, it can also be for leisure purposes and for those that are a little more serious about cycling, you can find local cycling groups through the Cycling UK website.

Using the train? Why not cycle the 8-minute journey to Whitstable Train Station. You can either take your bike with you on the train or leave it in one of the 32 cycle storage spaces at the station, and there is a bike repair stand and tyre pump available next to the Whitstable Cycle Hub.

Claim your voucher! Each household is entitled to claim a £50 active travel voucher (or 2 x 1-week bus vouchers, if you’d prefer). This can be redeemed at Decathlon or similar. You are free to spend your voucher on anything Decathlon offers, whether this is a contribution towards a new bike or perhaps some cycling equipment, such as lights or a lock and clothing or some walking boots. To claim your voucher, all you need to do is complete this short online Pearson Heights Travel Survey. We will then take care of the rest for you.
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[su_spoiler title=”E-Bikes” style=”fancy”]Electric bikes are becoming increasingly popular, offering a little extra assistance when pedalling, particularly when cycling up-hill which makes them ideal for the elderly, injured or just those who don’t want to get as hot and sweaty!

Your local Halfords offers free 30-minute E-Bike trials so you can try before you buy! Visit Halfords at Prospect Retail Park anytime between 8am – 7pm on weekdays, 8am – 6pm on Saturdays or 10am – 5pm on Sundays.

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[su_spoiler title=”Cycle to Work Scheme” style=”fancy”]Is your employer part of the Cyclescheme? Cycle to Work Scheme typically enable you to save up to 47% on cycling accessories and up to 42% on a new bike for work, whilst also spreading the cost Find out more information on how this works and how to sign up on the Cyclescheme website. [/su_spoiler]