Then there's Holt Island,which is noted for its greatrange of trees.In the past willows were grown herecommercially for basket-making,and this ancientcraft has recently been reintroduced.The island isonly open to the public from Friday toSunday,because it's quite small,and if there werepeople around every day,much of the wildlife wouldkeep away.
From there it's just a short walk across the bridge to Longfield Country Park.Longfield has amodern replica of a farm from over two thousand years ago.Children's activities are oftenarranged there,like bread-making and face-painting.The park is only open during daylighthours,so bear that in mind if you decide to go there.