For Londoners fancying a day trip outside of the city, neighbouring Kent is a treasure trove of attractions. One well worth a visit come rain or shine is Betteshanger Country Park. Whether you're planning a family day out or a solo trip this park offers a brilliant range of activities seven days a week.
You can find Betteshanger Colliery site on the outskirts of Deal, along the Kent coast. The park features the suitably named Blue Lake, a breathtaking expanse of water with a dazzling blue hue thanks to its high mineral content. Spanning 250 acres, the park is loved by cyclists, with a range of tracks and paths suitable for beginners and advanced riders.
Park visitors are welcome to rent a bike on site or bring their own. If cycling isn't your thing but you're still up for a challenge, Boonies Obstacle Course is the perfect mix of fun and fitness, with an intense assault course as well as gentler exercises, reports Kent Live . READ MORE: The beautiful seaside walk that shares its name with a London Underground station Another action-packed activity offered at Betteshanger is archery.
Try your skills shooting at conventional archery targets for just £10 a session or get a group together for a round of Battlezone Archery, where you can chase down your opponents with special foam-tipped arrows. Geocaching is another thrilling activity offered at the park. Once again priced at £10 per session, it's suitable for all ages and abilities and involves using the What3Words app to loca.