Leybourne Lakes Walks & Route Maps

This short walk explores the peaceful waterside setting of Leybourne Lakes Country Park, a patchwork of former gravel pits now transformed into clear blue lakes, wildflower meadows and woodland trails.

Birdlife thrives here - swans glide over the water and, if you’re lucky, a kingfisher might flash by the reeds. The park’s open paths make it a favourite for families, joggers and nature lovers alike.

The route finishes near the Lakeside Café, a welcoming spot to pause for coffee or ice cream while enjoying the view across the water.

This longer walk around Leybourne Lakes Country Park follows more peaceful paths through meadows, woodland and open lakeside views before reaching the tranquil banks of the River Medway.

It’s an easy but more extended route, perfect for those wanting to stretch their legs and soak up a broader sweep of the local landscape.

Returning through the park, the route finishes near the Lakeside Café, where you can relax with a drink and watch the water shimmer across the lake - a rewarding end to a calm and scenic walk.