Description
Buttercups Sanctuary for Goats in Maidstone is set in ancient parkland and provides the animals with open fields in which to roam and warm, dry undercover accommodation at night. Started in 1989 when Bob and Valerie Hitch took in two unwanted goats, then months later another and so it started. It registered as a charity in 2003. Visitors can be goat keepers, train in goat husbandry, or visit during open days and see them in their new home.
Opening Hours
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday to Sunday
11am-4pm.
Price
Entrance by donation: Suggested amount £3
Experiences
Walking with Goats
£35
Additional person £15
Goat Husbandry Workshop
£75
Additional person: £25
Goat Keeper
£75
Additional person: £25.
Accessibility
There are a number of floor surfaces throughout the Sanctuary, including a grass field, concrete and linoleum flooring. The floor does get a little uneven in places in the parkland and in the stable yard, but the site is relatively level with no steps throughout.
Train
Maidstone West - 4.6 miles
Advisory Notes
Booking is essential for experiences. Can be closed due to bad weather.
Facilities
Cafe • Toilet • Disabled Toilet • Baby Changing Facilities • Free Parking
Picture Credit: © Buttercups Sanctuary for Goats.
