| Farmyard & Cuddle Corner
Cuddle Corner is a new addition to Kent Life and the Farmyard. Cuddle Corner is a daily activity where children of all ages will learn, cuddle and pet some of our cutest animals. The Cuddle Corner area is also home to some of our adorable rabbits and guinea pigs.
The Farmyard is home to many of our animals and is looked after by our expert Livestock Officer. The animals who live in the farmyard included chickens, ducks, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets and on special occasions the goats, horses and cattle. During the spring season you may also see calves, piglets and bottle-fed lambs ducks and goats. Another new addition to the Farmyard is 'Ferret World' which houses a variety of recued ferrets from the loval RSPCA center. These ferrets are used for our daily Ferret Racing activity.
The Farmyard is an original building to the site and once was the farmyard of our resident farmer George Brundle, who also lived within the grounds at Sandling Farmhouse.
In the Tack Room we have a selection of horse tack which was used years ago, each having specific jobs i.e Plough pulling harnesses, old side saddle, traditional burdles, nose bags and much more.
Keeping Healthy at Kent Life
Here at Kent Life we want you to enjoy your time with our wonderful farm animals.
Our friendly creatures are very healthy and happy, however, there are a few simple steps that you need to take when you come to visit us.
- If you are under 16, please stay with a grown up. They know all the boring bits about keeping safe and happy.
- If you touch our animals or their homes, make sure you wash your hands thoroughly afterwards. We have lots of squirty soap for you to use all around Kent Life. If you can’t find any, ask a member of our helpful staff .
- Our animals are very lovable, but resist the urge to give them a kiss. It isn’t very hygienic and it won’t taste very nice…
- Sucking your thumb is sooo last year. Fingers, pens, pencils and crayons are also best avoided.
- Resist the urge to try the animal feed. It is specially designed to make their noses wet and their tails curly, not the best look for boys and girls.
- You can put as much human food or drink into your mouth as you like. Just make sure you clean your hands before and after your scrummy snacks.
- Only eat in designated eating areas. Cheese and pickle sandwiches lose their wonderful flavour if chewed too near the pig pen.
- Our animals are very house- proud. Do not climb onto the walls or into their pens as they will get very upset and you will get very dirty.
- Although you may like mud, it is best not to take it home with you. Save your mum’s temper (and her carpet!) and bring a pair of wellies.
As you walk around Kent Life, you will notice lots of people wearing our brand new ‘I’ve washed my hands’ stickers. To make sure you get yours, wash your hands and show them to a member of staff (hint: look out for a bright orange shirt).
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