Description
Kent Life offers visitors a range of activities, including a taste of what life was like in Kent in the past with its Vintage Village, a recreation of a home during World War II. In the play and farmyard area, children can explore an outdoor play area, or bottle feed lambs at Easter, use the play beach and bouncy castle in Summer, and ride on a donkey. Plus, enjoy the indoor soft play area with 3 floors to explore. They can also explore animals and play, paint-a-pot studio or get close to smaller farmyard animals in the cuddle corner. Explore the Kentish Gardens on site, the last coal-fired Oast House in the country, learn about hop picking and visit their hop garden.
Plus, at the Owl Academy, meet the 12 owls that call Kent life home, as well as meet the meerkat family, Shilo and Jessie, and their children, Fuggle and Goldie. During the school holidays, enjoy life shows. They also offer experience days and workshops. See their listing here for more details.
Opening Hours
Low season 10am-3pm
High Season: 10am -4pm
Last admission 1 hour from closing.
Price
Some events carry a different admission charge
General Admission
£9.09-£13
Child - under 2 years: Free
Family - 2 adults + 2 children: £40-£48
Carer - one ticket per full-paying disabled person: Free
Annual memberships are available
Paint-A-Pot: From £3.50
Accessibility
The site is on a gradual slope, with flat areas at the entrance and play areas. The village green is located at the top of the slope, and the majority of buildings have wheelchair access, except the top floors of the historic buildings. The land train and tractor can accommodate wheelchairs.
Bicycle
Covered bike shelter/cycle racks in the accessible car park.
Bus
155.
Boat
The Kentish Lady sails from the centre of Maidstone, just five minutes’ walk from Maidstone West, 10 minutes from Maidstone East, and a few minutes from the Fremlin Walk Shopping Centre. It is a seasonal service.
Dogs
Kept on lead, not allowed in the food areas, cuddle corner or Kent Owl Academy, and some special events – check prior to your visit.
Additional Notes
Children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult.
Facilities
Cafe • Toilets • Disabled Toilets • Baby Changing Facilities • Free Parking
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Picture Credit: © Kent Life.
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