Located in Sandling, 4 miles (6.4 km) north of Maidstone on Blue Bell Hill (A229). The number 101 and 150 bus from Maidstone to Walderslade stop at Cobtree Golf Club, and the Barn is accessible via the footbridge. From the Chatham direction, only bus 150 stops adjacent to the Barn. Tyland Barn is the headquarters of Kent Wildlife Trust. The restored 17th century barn is accessible by bus, bicycle and car.

Tyland Barn Visitor Centre and Nature Park
Chatham Road
Sandling
Maidstone
Kent
ME14 3BD

Weekdays: 01622 662012
Weekends: 01622 656471

O.S Map 188 TQ 754593 : Tyland Barn Wildlife Park: Nr Maidstone (on Bluebell Hill)

Kent Wildlife Trust are committed to improving accessibility at visitor centres and reserves alike.

Visitor Centre:

Tyland Barn public areas are accessible, there is a disabled toilet available during opening hours.

Nature Park:

The grounds are uneven and may be muddy at times.

For specific assistance, or to book groups with mobility issues phone: 01622 662012

O.S Map 188 TQ 754593 : Tyland Barn Wildlife Park: Nr Maidstone (on Bluebell Hill)

The restored 17th century barn is accessible by bus, bicycle and car. The Centre exhibitions are about wildlife and conservation with plenty of hands-on displays for children.  The shop and tearoom caters for all ages. The shop specialises in Natural History publications, animal and bird homes and feeders.

A variety of kentish habitats surround this wooden barn The park is rich in wildlife with over 250 wildlflowers recorded. It has a large pond, meadow, chalk bank and scrub habitats, as well as a bird watching hide and displays on composting, ‘green picnics’ and a wide variety of different native plant species. The car park also has recycling facilities.

Tyland Barn also houses a shop selling an extensive range of wildlife and environment-related books and gifts.The cafe serves a selection of drinks, sandwiches and hot snacks. 

Opening times

February - December  Tuesday to Friday 10am-5pm Saturday, Sunday 11am-4pm

Events

Special Pond Dipping Session
Friday 9 April 2010, 10am - 12noon & 1pm - 3pm
Where children can investigate amazing creatures for themselves. Booking essential. Tel.No. 01622 662012 Entry £2 per child.

Special Pond Dipping Session
Wednesday 14 April 2010, 10am - 12noon & 1pm - 3pm
Where children can investigate amazing creatures for themselves. Booking essential. Tel.No. 01622 662012 Entry £2 per child.