Kent Life, Open-air museum in Boxley, GB.
Kent Life spreads across 28 acres of countryside, featuring relocated historic buildings, farm structures, and traditional agricultural displays from the Kent region.
The museum maintains a collection of authentic rural buildings from different periods, including a restored coal-fired oast house representing Kent's agricultural heritage.
Visitors participate in seasonal events, craft workshops, and demonstrations that showcase traditional farming methods and rural practices from Kent's past.
The museum opens daily from 10 AM with varying closing times according to seasons, and includes Dotty's Tea Room serving refreshments and homemade food.
The site operates a working farm with heritage breed animals and allows children to experience hands-on activities in the pottery studio and animal encounters.
Location: Boxley
Address: Lock Lane, Sandling, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 3AU ME14 3AU
Email: enquiries@kentlife.org.uk
Website: http://kentlife.org.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.29740,0.50650
Latest update: July 24, 2025 11:45
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