Open Garden

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Join us for our annual open garden at the headquarters of Kent Wildlife Trust!

Join us for our Open Garden at our head office, Tyland Barn Nature Park & Gardens. A fantastic and easy way to experience the wonders of our Kentish countryside. The park was created to be a little Kent and now has woodlands, colourful wildflower meadows and a large pond full of life. You might spot spectacular orchids, stag beetles in the log piles or dragonfly flitting over the reeds.

The planting in the Tyland Barn area has recently been redesigned and becomes a contemporary, colourful and inspirational example of how we can all help wildlife in our gardens. This inclues a dry garden, vegetable planters, winter flower beds, fruit shrubs and pollinator planting.

There will be lots going on throughout the day, including:

Drop-in guided tours led by our trained volunteers and team, giving you a chance to ask questions and learn more about the site's history and gardens. Tours are drop-in, with donations appreciated. Ask at the welcome desk.
Hedgehog and wildlife rescue information stand
Plant stall
Information from the Wild About Gardens project on wildlife-friendly gardening
The Pond cafe will also be open to enjoy
Relax and enjoy the grounds at your leisure
Spot birds in our woodland bird hide and gardens
Don't miss our popular workshops and craft activities:

Cyanotype print workshop: Use leaves and flowers to create striking blue prints using the power of sunlight. Get creative and you'll have a garden-inspired piece of artwork to take home with you! Please book a ticket for everyone wishing to take part. Workshops at 11.30am and 1.30pm, £6 per person, tickets available as add-ons at checkout.
Pond dipping: Pond dipping is for everyone! Don't miss this chance for adults to join the fun, and find out more about what you might attract to a wildlife-friendly garden pond. Children are very welcome too! Please book a ticket for everyone wishing to take part. Sessions at 12.30pm and 2pm, £4 per person, tickets available as add-ons at checkout.
Please note that parking is available in the car park and on the road should the car park become full.

All ages are welcome! We look forward to seeing you.