The Neolithic Trail Kent National Walking Month Walking Holiday
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A quick intro
Step back in time and explore the ancient wonders of the Neolithic Age!
Join us for an unforgettable guided tour on the historic Neolithic Trail in Salisbury around Stonehenge, where mystery and legend meet breath-taking landscapes.
Over two days and two nights, you’ll journey through rolling hills and megalithic sites that reveal the stories of our ancestors. Along the way, our expert guides will share fascinating insights into the mysteries of the Neolithic people who once walked these very paths.
Whether you’re a history lover or a nature enthusiast, this Neolithic trail offers something for everyone. Enjoy peaceful countryside walks, stunning views, and the chance to connect with the past in a meaningful way. This weekend promises a unique blend of adventure, discovery, history and relaxation.
Step back in time and explore the ancient wonders of the Neolithic Age!
Journey deep into Kent’s ancient landscape on a two-day guided adventure along the legendary Neolithic Trail. This immersive walk around the Medway Megaliths brings you face to face with some of Britain’s most mysterious prehistoric sites—places where stories, legends and landscape intertwine.
Across rolling hills, timeless trails, and sweeping views of the Kent Downs National Landscape, you’ll explore ancient routes such as the North Downs Way, Pilgrims Way, and the Medway Valley Walk. Along the way, you’ll stand before remarkable sites including Kits Coty, Little Kits Coty, the White Horse Stone and Coldrum Long Barrow – each carrying its own echo of the past.
As daylight fades, you’ll settle into a peaceful campsite perched on the North Downs Way. Enjoy a hearty home-cooked dinner prepared in Dutch ovens over an open fire, indulge in campfire treats, and watch the sun melt into the horizon. It’s a rare moment of stillness—a chance to experience this ancient landscape as it once was.
This journey blends natural beauty, historic discovery, and meaningful adventure. From panoramic viewpoints to ancient footpaths still alive with stories, the Neolithic Trail offers an experience that stays with you long after the weekend ends.
The Finer details and daily schedule
The details
Schedule
Date: 24 -25 May 2026
Meet and Start Time: 10am
Expected finish time: 4pm approximatley
Staff Member: Ian Henderson and Ben Crozier
Location
Meeting point: Aylesford Train station
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Car Parking: Charges not included
Route
Terrain: Mixed
Distance: Approximately 2 days of 17.5 km (11 miles)
Walk Type: Circular
how your days plan out
Sunday 24th May
Your adventure begins at Aylesford Station, where your bags are collected to keep your walk light and enjoyable.
From here, you follow a network of ancient pathways used for thousands of years—routes travelled by Neolithic communities, medieval pilgrims, and generations of local storytellers. The trail leads you through charming town streets and onward to some of the most significant prehistoric sites in Britain. Along the journey, your guide shares insights into the myths, archaeology, and people who shaped this landscape.
As late afternoon arrives, you reach a unique, sustainable farm campsite nestled along the North Downs Way. Here you can relax, explore, or simply take in the view while dinner simmers over the fire. The evening is spent around the campfire, sharing stories as the sun sets across the valley.
Monday 25th May
Wake up to breakfast and the smell of morning air rolling off the Downs. With renewed energy, you continue your pilgrimage across the Kent Downs National Landscape, passing historic monasteries, ancient churches, manor parks, and iconic Neolithic monuments.
After a final stretch of beautiful countryside walking, the trail leads you back to Aylesford Station, where your bags are waiting for you and your weekend journey comes full circle.
What to knowabout the Neolithic Trail walking holiday
getting to Aylesford
Aylesford is located in Kent, England, about 40 miles from London . It sits in the Kent Downs National Landscape, and home to many ancient monuments.
The nearest major roads are the M2 and M20 . The village has its own train station, which will be our meeting point for this adventure.
Railway: We will be meeting at Aylesford station which is on a direct line from London Charing Cross, making it convenient for those traveling by train.
Car: The station is approximately 4 miles from Maidstone with easy access from the M20 or M2.
your kit list
- Suitable footwear (preferably walking boots or sturdy shoes, no flip-flops)
- A waterproof coat (and waterproof trousers, if you have them) for rainy days
- Drinking water and a packed lunch
- Personal medication (Let us know confidentially about any medical conditions)
- Suitable walking attire
- Sleeping bag & Pillows etc
What’s included by us
- A fully guided 2-day Neolithic trail experience, led by the Boots On Adventures team
- 1 night camping under the stars in one of our spacious tents (air mattress included)
- All meals provided from Sunday mid-day to Monday mid-day
What’s excluded
- Personal travel insurance (required)
- Getting to and from the event
- Sleeping bag & Pillows etc
Where will we be staying?
Accommodation Information
We will be staying in a stainable farm situated in the heart of the Kent Downs National Landscape. Your accommodation will be in spacious 3 person tents. We will issue one tent per person unless you have elected to share with a friend/partner. We will be providing a ground matt.
We ask you to bring your own sleeping bag. Feel free to bring a pillow and extra blankets and thermals as we can not guarantee the weather,.
Campsite facilities
Campsite: We will be camping n a unique location within a sustainable farm. There are toilets and washing facilities but no showers during this weekend.
Important notes
- If you have any COVID symptoms, please do not attend.
- We take photos during our walks for promotional and training purposes. If you prefer not to be included, just let us know on the day.
- Cancellation policy states: Please note that all deposits are non-refundable. If you cancel your walking holiday within 60 days of the start date, the full balance is payable and no refund will be issued. Cancellations made between 60 and 90 days before the start date will receive a 50% refund, excluding the non-refundable deposit. For cancellations made more than 90 days in advance, you will receive a full refund of any payments made, minus the deposit.
- If you have chosen to pay the deposit only, please note that the final payment is due no later than 60 days prior to the start of the event. If we have not received full payment by this time your booking may be readvertised and you will loose your deposit.
Learn more aboutthe neolithic trail Kent adventure
Picture the early morning light spilling across the Medway Megaliths—vast stones casting long shadows that hint at thousands of years of human history. Stand still for a moment and you can almost feel the presence of those who walked these paths long before us.
During this two-day adventure, you’ll follow routes shaped over millennia, exploring landscapes that have carried the footsteps of Neolithic communities, Roman settlers, medieval pilgrims travelling toward Canterbury, and generations of travellers drawn to the beauty of the Kent Downs.
But this experience is more than a walk. It’s a chance to immerse yourself in a living landscape.
Your history walk leader, Ben Crozier, brings each location to life with expert storytelling—revealing rituals, daily life, burial traditions, and the theories surrounding these awe-inspiring structures. As you stand before chambered tombs and megalithic stones, you’ll hear the ideas behind their construction and purpose, from spiritual significance to astronomical alignment.
What to Expect
Scenery That Tells a Story.
Journey through open countryside, wooded trails, and sweeping ridgelines where every turn reveals a new perspective on this ancient land.
Megalithic Marvels
Visit powerful Neolithic monuments whose meaning still sparks debate and wonder. See the stones. Feel their scale. Decide for yourself what they may have meant.
Stories That Bring the Past Alive
Learn about the people who shaped this place—from prehistoric builders to medieval monks and travelling pilgrims—through engaging, expert-led interpretation.
A Night Beneath the Stars
Experience the landscape as our ancestors once did. No bright lights. No rush. Just the glow of the campfire, the sound of the wind across the hills, and a sky full of stars.
A Weekend That Stays With You
From scenic trails to ancient mysteries, from shared stories to quiet moments in nature, this adventure offers something truly special. Many walks highlight history or landscapes. This one weaves them together into a weekend you’ll never forget.