Kent Wildlife Trust Tyland Barn Visitor Centre

Type:Nature Reserve

Chatham Road, Sandling, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 3BD

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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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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

4.5 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
      25
    • Very Good
      12
    • Average
      2
    • Poor
      1
    • Terrible
      2

    Recent Reviews:

    • Prout26
      Chatham, United Kingdom
      Lovely restaurant in a beautiful building.
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 24th December 2023
      Went for lunch in the 17th century barn. The food was excellent and the staff very friendly. The barn was warm with comfy seats and tables. Toilets immaculate. The restaurant has recently re-opened... Read full review
    • Alison C
      A lovely afternoon with tea and friends.
      5 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 17th July 2024
      We five friends attended today for Afternoon Tea. We all enjoyed it very much. There was an extensive selection of teas and plentiful hot water. The food was delicious and served beautifully in a... Read full review
    • Robert H
      Lower Halstow, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Disorganised and no help to visitors to set up a wildlife garden.
      2 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 14th August 2024
      We walked around tge Gardens and there were various numbers. We were at the back of a building with an open door and went in. We saw a member of staff and he said to get anap from reception. We... Read full review

    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

    Opening Times

    2025 opening 1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025

    * Opening times: Tuesday - Friday 10:00 - 17:00
    Saturday - Sunday & Bank Holidays 11:00 - 16:00

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