This booklet is designed to help
people, including those with special needs, gain access to wildlife sites
and, wherever possible, to do so using sustainable transport - cycling,
walking and public transport.
By public transport
B indicates that a bus route runs close to the
site. The bus number is given. A number in bold means the route passes
very close to the main site entrance. For other routes, you will need to
walk to the site.
R indicates that there is a railway station
within walking distance of the site. The name of the station and the
distance in miles are shown.
On two wheels
Cycling is a great way to see the countryside and visit
wildlife sites - it’s environmentally friendly and it keeps you fit. The
National Cycle Network, opened last year, makes exploring on two wheels
easier than ever. A number of routes on the network
pass through the KSCP area.
C indicates that a cycle route passes through or
very close to the site. The route number is given.
On foot
The Stour Valley is an excellent area for walking. It is
well served with public rights of way and a number
of recreational trails pass through the area (more information on the
green tourism page). Getting to the sites in this guide is likely to
involve some walking. Ordnance survey maps of the area will be useful to
help you find and explore sites. Use these in combination with the Kent
and Medway Public Transport Map (available free at libraries, tourist
information centres and from Kent County Council) to plan routes from
train stations and bus stops. Sites in or near towns are within walking
distance of town centres.
M indicates that visitors should take a map to
explore the site.
Other codes used in the guide:
D - Facilities for disabled visitors (contact
individual site managers on the numbers provided for details)
P - Car park
WC - Toilets
WT - Waymarked trail
BH - Bird hide(s)
I - Information signs
L - Leaflets available at the site
E - Education pack/visits available by
arrangement
