Welcome

Are you and your family interested in becoming more active and healthy but not sure where to begin or what is available in your area? If so, then Active Kent is the site for you! Our site includes tips and information, not just on becoming more active, but on making successful lifestyle changes that will benefit both you and your family.

So go on, what are you waiting for? There are plenty of links available on our site to help you find the right activity for you!

Top Tip!

Go smokefree and quit smoking!

For help and advice on quitting smoking, contact your local NHS Stop Smoking Service - click here!

Local area activities

Click on the map to find activities in your local area.

Services

East Kent Weight Management Scheme
Would you like support to manage your weight?

MEND
Want to help your child become fitter, healthier and happier?

Exercise referral schemes
Want to increase your activity levels and become more active?

Features and events

Free Swimming in Thanet!

Thanet's Big Splash 2 is a free swimming initiative for 60's and over and 16's and under. This offer closes 31st August 2010 so don't delay, join here today!

Ride the Viking Trail - family bike ride

Get on your bike and join us on Sunday 12^th September at 10 AM outside Westgate on Sea Train Station for a free of charge, coastal bike ride for all the family; starting from Westgate on Sea train station to Reculver, stopping for a 30 minute break, and then back again, finishing at 1PM approx. (You may wish to bring some pocket money with you to buy some refreshments.) Places are limited. To book a place, email nathan.hazledene@kent.gov.uk or clivecopeland@britishcycling.org.uk

Features and events

Kent's Coastal Week 2010

Kent’s Coastal Week 2010 will run from Saturday 23 to Sunday 31 October. It is coordinated by Kent County Council and takes place every October half term, with something to appeal to all ages and interests. Activities are either free or subsidised, booking is not always required. Please click here for more details!

Walk England - Walk4Miles

Walk England are organising an exciting new walks scheme, to be launched in September 2010 called the Walk4Miles. Please click here for more details!

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