Join Col's Kent Bike Tours in Margate for a welcoming, free community ride that reveals the natural beauty and rich heritage of Thanet and East Kent. These group rides offer a perfect blend of wellness, adventure, and social connection.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for beginners and casual riders with basic fitness.
Wildlife
History
Thanet has a rich maritime history reflected in Margate’s old harbor and Victorian piers.
Conservation
Local groups actively maintain trails and protect fragile chalk grassland habitats encountered during rides.
Col's Kent Bike Tours
Join Col's Kent Bike Tours in Margate for a welcoming, free community ride that reveals the natural beauty and rich heritage of Thanet and East Kent. These group rides offer a perfect blend of wellness, adventure, and social connection.
Col's Kent Bike Tours is a Margate-based cycle tour provider offering guided rides across Thanet and East Kent. Led by Col, the business runs a set of experiences designed for a range of abilities: a scenic Margate Tour, a longer Margate to Canterbury Bike Tour, and regularly scheduled Free Community Rides. Each tour focuses on local places, history and accessible cycling routes.
Col's Margate Tour introduces riders to the town’s coastline, landmarks and seaside character, suitable for cyclists of varying comfort levels. The Margate to Canterbury Bike Tour follows country lanes and bays through villages — including Britain’s smallest town — and includes a stop at a quirky teashop and a lunch in a country pub. The Free Community Ride program creates short, social rides that emphasise well-being, local exploration and connection among participants.
The business operates from Margate, England, and specifically serves Thanet and East Kent. Tours are guided and narrative-led, with Col sharing regional stories and cultural context along the routes. The combination of coastal views, village stops and guided commentary provides a clear sense of place for visitors and residents alike. Col's Kent Bike Tours focuses on accessible, community-minded cycling experiences that introduce riders to local roads, attractions and hospitality in a structured, easygoing format.
Location
Margate, England
Base for all guided rides
Tours Offered
3
Three distinct cycling experiences
Community Rides
Free
Open rides across Thanet and East Kent
Guided By
Col
Local guide and storyteller
Secure a spot on the Margate Tour, Margate to Canterbury Bike Tour, or join a Free Community Ride and experience East Kent by bike.
Bring a helmet
Safety is a priority on mixed-use roads and paths, so a helmet is essential.
Watch for changing weather
East Kent weather can shift quickly; bring layers and waterproofs.
Use puncture-resistant tires
Local terrain includes gravel and coastal trails where flats can happen.
Arrive early
The free rides can fill quickly, so get to 85A Canterbury Rd with time to spare.
Helmet
Protect your head on mixed terrain and shared roads.
Layered Clothing
Prepare for East Kent's famously variable weather.
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Water Bottle
Stay refreshed during your ride, especially in warmer months.
Basic Repair Kit
Includes tire levers and a spare tube for quick fixes on gravel paths.