# Kent Life, Maidstone — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.4/5 from 3,087 Google reviews. Farming history, tractors and play areas, plus activities and a cafe within 28 acres of countryside. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/kent/restaurants/kent-life (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Tourist Attraction # Kent Life Sandling, Kent [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=16229894282792415208&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Liliane Eleid](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/116536821035380421748) **In short:** Kent Life is a place to eat in Kent, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 3,087 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places Farming history, tractors and play areas, plus activities and a cafe within 28 acres of countryside. Summary via Google ## About Kent Life Kent Life is a 28-acre countryside attraction near Maidstone centred on the Museum of Kent Life. The site includes historic farm buildings, animals for visitors to feed and stroke, tractor rides, and play areas. A cafe operates on the grounds. The venue holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. It is designed with young children in mind. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Kent Life's own website](http://www.kentlife.org.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM ## What's nearby - Premier Inn Maidstone (Sandling) hotel next door - Allington Lock 250m away - Starbucks Coffee 300m away - Village Hotel Maidstone 300m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Visitors say this farm offers a wide variety of animals to feed and stroke, engaging play areas, and tractor rides, alongside interesting historic buildings. They also highlight the excellent value for money, friendly staff, and suitability for young children. Some reviews mention the experience can be overpriced. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (3,087 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Kent Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1176255). [More restaurants in Kent](https://staycation.co.uk/kent/restaurants) ★ 4.4 (3,087 reviews) [Visit official website](http://www.kentlife.org.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01622 763936](tel:01622763936) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Kent ### 🏨 Places to stay near Kent Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DKent%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/kent/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/kent/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Kent Life? Kent Life is open Mon–Sun 10am–5pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Kent Life any good? Kent Life is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 3,087 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Kent Life good for children? Yes, Kent Life is listed as good for children. ### How do I contact Kent Life? Call Kent Life on +44 1622 763936. ## More near Kent Life ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Premier Inn Maidstone Sandling ★ 4.2 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/maidstone/hotels/premier-inn-maidstone-sandling) - [Village Hotel Maidstone ★ 4.1 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/maidstone/hotels/village-hotel-maidstone) - [Premier Inn Maidstone Allington ★ 4.2 · 1.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/maidstone/hotels/premier-inn-maidstone-allington) - [Innkeepers Lodge Maidstone ★ 4.1 · 1.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/maidstone/hotels/innkeepers-lodge-maidstone) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [The Cottage at Harple Farm 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/maidstone/cottages/the-cottage-at-harple-farm-uk38159) - [Denmark House ★ 5.0 · 2.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tonbridge-and-malling/cottages/denmark-house-uk42836) - [Sandhole Barn ★ 4.8 · 3.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tonbridge-and-malling/cottages/sandhole-barn-m76076) - [Bearsted Barns - Church View 3.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/maidstone/cottages/bearsted-barns-church-view-24731) ### Campsites nearby - [Kits Coty Glamping ★ 4.5 · 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/maidstone/camping/kits-coty-glamping) - [Oak View Holiday Park ★ 4.5 · 3.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rochester/camping/oak-view-holiday-park) - [Hillberry Park ★ 4.1 · 3.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/kent/camping/hillberry-park) - [The Follies Glamping ★ 4.3 · 4.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/maidstone/camping/the-follies-glamping) ### Things to do nearby - [Kent Life ★ 4.4 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/maidstone/attractions/kent-life) - [The Kent Owl Academy ★ 4.8 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/maidstone/attractions/the-kent-owl-academy) - [Tyland Barn Nature Park - Kent Wildlife Trust ★ 4.6 · 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/maidstone/attractions/tyland-barn-nature-park-kent-wildlife-trust) - [Pumpkin Moon Farms ★ 4.4 · 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/maidstone/attractions/pumpkin-moon-farms)