Biodiversity Walk

A path and woodland.

Biodiversity Walk

Wellbeing map

Follow the scenic route around campus and surrounding areas. And why not try some of the activities on the way?

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A video of students relaxing on campus at the wellbeing locations, walking through woodland areas and sitting at benches.

Check out some of the sights

in the Biodiversity Walk video

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Kent Community Oasis Garden

A person holding a small tree.

The Kent Community Oasis Garden is a growing space for students, staff, and the local community, in partnership with East Kent Mind.

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Crab and Winkle Footpath

A woodland path and metal gate.

The Crab and Winkle Way footpath connects Canterbury and Whitstable and is perfect for a walk or bike ride.

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Beverley Farmhouse Pond

A plant and a pond in the background.

Beverly Farmhouse Pond is one of the seven ponds located on campus. It is located north of the old Beverly Farm buildings on the Keynes/Beverly Farm slopes, north of University Road.

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Keynes Pond

A pond and stone bench.

Located next to Keynes College and the Keynes bus stop, watch the ducks as they swim in the pond.

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Upper Eliot Pond and Bluebell Woods

Grass and sunshine.

The Upper Eliot pond is one of six actively managed ponds on campus, located next to the Bluebell Woods.  

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Lower Eliot Pond and Quercus Genius

A plant and pond in the background.

Make your way to the Lower Eliot Pond, where Great Crested Newts live, and occasional Common Frogs.

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Southern Orchard

Trees and the sky.

To the south of campus, you will find evidence of what used to be an old orchard. Kent is traditionally known as ‘The Garden of England’ because of its abundance of orchards and it still remains the county of orchards and hops gardens.

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Southern Slopes Overlook

A flower and green leaves, with a tree in the background.

The Southern Slopes Overlook is one of the nicest views on campus overlooking Canterbury Cathedral, so take a break from the route, have a seat, and surround yourself with greenery at this scenic route!  

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Darwin Rose Garden

Rose garden, with a building in the background

The Darwin Rose Garden is located at Darwin College, which was named after the famous naturalist Charles Darwin.    

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Bison Mural

A Bison in wilderness.

Kent Wildlife Trust and Wildwood Trust have partnered up to show how European bison can provide a sustainable solution to woodland management in southeast England.  

Check out the Mural on campus!

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Crab and Winkle Railway Tunnel

A old, blocked tunnel that is painted black, with foliage in the foreground.

Also known as Tyler Hill tunnel, this side of the tunnel can be found near the cycle path at the University, close to Giles Lane car park. It was the first purpose-built railway tunnel in Great Britain.

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Brotherhood Wood

Woodland area and wooden bridge.

Between Giles Lane's car park and the sports pavilion, you will find the Brotherhood Woods.  

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Remnant Ancient Woodland

A tree tunk with moss growing on it, surrounded by leaves and twigs in woodland.

The pockets of Ancient woodland on campus are remnants of when the Ancient Woodlands of Blean used to stretch across campus.  

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Jennison Pond

A pond with a duck in the centre and branches in the background, hanging over the water.

Take a break at the Willow Pod, located next to Jennison Pond, and unwind to a meditation exercise.  

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Park Wood

Grass field, with small rabbits running to a tree on the left.

And finally on the route, is Park Wood, which is roughly 10 minutes from the main campus. Surrounded by trees and wildlife.

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