A 28-mile path is now open after being first proposed more than five years ago - but is not as continuous as first hoped. The route, which covers 80% of the Isle of Sheppey’s coastal trails, was ...

The new section on the Isle of Sheppey, which includes 80% of the island's total coast path, forms part of what will be the world's longest managed trail when all 2,700 miles (4,345km) are joined up.