The Christmas Quayside Walk
St Marys Island - Christmas Day
Overview:
Join us for a special Christmas Day walk around St Mary’s Island in Medway. This gentle, flat route is a chance to get outside, enjoy some fresh air, and share a little festive cheer. Whether you’re looking to stretch your legs after lunch or simply aren’t feeling the Christmas spirit, this is a informal walk spend together.
The walk can be either a single 2.5-mile loop or two loops for 5 miles—completely up to you. This event is free and open to all, please still secure your place with a ticket.
Route Details:
We’ll set out on a flat, easy-to-follow path that circles St Mary’s Island, with plenty of opportunities to pause and take in the views. From the waterfront we’ll look across the River Medway to Upnor, where Upnor Castle sits on the far bank.
The houses on island have some great Christmas lights displays , making the walk bright and cheerful as we pass by. It’s a relaxed route, perfect for walking at your own pace and enjoying the company of others.
New or nervous to come solo?
We totally understand how you feel! In fact, around 80% of our members come to the group solo, and most of them make friends in no time at all. Our group is warm, welcoming, and supportive, and you'll quickly find that everyone is open to chatting and getting to know each other. We have a wide variety of life experiences among us, so there's always something to connect over. You'll be at ease before you know it! Walking with us is not just about keeping active; it's about making new friends and building a supportive community within nature. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Date: Thursday 25th December 2025
Time: 2pm
💷 Cost: FREE
Location: Meeting at St Marys Island
⏳ Duration: Please allow approx. 2 hours hours including breaks. Please note timings are approximates.
📏Distance: 2.5 or 5 miles
Terrain: Concrete and light gravel flat paths
Food & Drink: Please bring some water with you.
Dogs: Well behaved on lead dogs are able to attend this event.
🚽Toilets: Toilets in The Ship and Trade Pub (please check opening hours)
🚶♀️ Walk Leader: I am a fully trained Lowland Leader with a enhanced DBS (available upon request) and trained in outdoor first aid. I am also trained and qualified in nutrition, wellness and female health. MJ Outdoor Adventures is fully insured. Your safety is our priority.
You may also like the following events from MJ Outdoor Adventures:
- This Saturday, 4th October, 10:00 am, King Charles III England Coastal Path – Isle of Sheppey Walk – 9 miles / 14.5km in Sheerness
- This Sunday, 5th October, 10:00 am, Greensand Way – Stage 10 – Sutton Valence – Egerton 6.5 miles / 11.5km Guided Group Walk in Sutton Valence
- Next month, 17th November, 10:00 am, Womens Walking Group- Upnor Castle, Village & Riverside Walk (November) – Wellness Walk in Rochester
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