Whatman Park, Maidstone and the Medway valley

Saturday 19th July Whatman Park, Maidstone and the Medway valley, for invertebrates and other interest. One of a number of urban sites being visited this year to tie in with the theme of this year's Kent Wildlife Conference.

Meet at Buckland Pocket Nature Reserve by Maidstone Barracks station TQ 75420 56110. Park at James Whatman Way or elsewhere in Maidstone (charges apply) and walk over the bridge by Maidstone East station. Meeting starts at 10.30am.

Leader: Simon Springate.

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Event Date 19-07-2025
Price Free

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Come along!

Kent Field Club field visits and indoor winter meetings are free to members (except the annual Wildlife Conference). 

Anyone thinking of joining the Club is welcome to attend a field meeting, no prior notice is necessary.

All field meetings start at 10.30am unless otherwise indicated.

What to bring

Field Meetings information

Beginners to a particular field of study are very welcome at all meetings. Also anyone thinking of joining the Club is welcome to attend a field meeting, no prior notice is necessary. Kent Field Club field visits and indoor winter meetings are free to members (except the annual Wildlife Conference)

Please bring a packed lunch to all full day meetings. All field meetings start at 10.30am unless otherwise indicated.

Stay safe on field meetings:

  • Dress appropriately for the weather. Stay warm and dry in Winter, cool in Summer.
  • Wear strong, waterproof boots with good ankle support and well-treaded soles.
  • Carry, and use, a high SPF sun cream in bright weather.
  • Ensure your tetanus inoculations are up-to-date.
  • In Summer, carry plentiful supplies of water and drink frequently.

Members are reminded that all who attend meetings of the Club do so at their own risk.

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