Kent Wildlife Trust Tyland Barn Visitor Centre

Maidstone

Type:Nature Reserve

Chatham Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 3BD

Tel: +44 01622 662012

Kent Wildlife Trust Tyland Barn Visitor Centre

About

A beautifully restored 17thC barn, now a visitor centre, featuring wildlife displays, large wildlife garden, information on wildlife events, a classroom for groups and schools, together with a small cafe and a shop selling wildlife books, homes and gifts. A variety of Kentish habitats surround the barn and the park is rich in wildlife.

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Facilities

Accessibility

  • All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
  • Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Touch table
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Catering

  • On-Site cafe/restaurant - Cafe serving light refreshments with additional picnic tables outside.
  • Picnic Site

Parking & Transport

  • On site parking

Payment Methods

  • Groups Accepted

Specialist Features

  • Family Fun

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted

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Map & Directions

Road Directions

Located at Sandling, north of Maidstone on the A229 at Blue Bell Hill. Access from the M2 jct 3 and the M20 jct 6.

Public Transport Directions

For current public transport information contact traveline 0871 200 22 33

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