North Downs Way crossroads

The North Downs Way crossroads sits at a practical junction rather than a dramatic viewpoint, but that's rather the point. This is where the long-distance walking route splits, and if you're tackling the full 153-mile trail from Farnham to Dover, you'll want to know exactly where you are. It's free to visit - or rather, there's nothing to pay because it's just a waymarked spot on the chalk ridge.

You'll get the most from this if you're a serious walker plotting your route across the Downs. It's not a destination in itself. The appeal is purely functional: a moment to catch your breath, check your bearings, and feel the satisfaction of distance covered. The surrounding landscape rolls nicely enough, but you won't find benches, facilities, or much to detain you for long.

For families staying at one of the nearby Canterbury sites - Canterbury Lodges, Turners Folly Field, or any of the cluster around the campsite zone - it could work as part of a longer ramble rather than a standalone outing. Budget a day for the walk itself, not an hour at the spot. The junction sits within easy reach of Canterbury itself, which means you can combine serious walking with cathedral visits and medieval town wandering.

Worth doing? Only if you're hiking the Way. Otherwise, you're driving to look at a signpost.