Forge Field, Leeds Castle Estate

Saturday 15th August, 10.30am Forge Field, Leeds Castle Estate, for invertebrates and general interest.

A second visit to this 4ha site, which was regularly used as a dirt-bike track until very recently, leaving much bare and disturbed ground on sandy soils. Potentially a very good site for invertebrates, and being considered for designation as a Local Wildlife Site - a process that will be informed by the data we are able to gather.

Meet and park on the site, through the gateway on Ashford Road ME17 1PG, TQ 84366 53246, W3W renders.innovate.hairspray. If you arrive early, and the gate isn't open, there is parking nearby on the roadside on Chegworth Road.

Leader: Richard Moyse.

Event Properties

Event Date 15-08-2026
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 and how to stay safe.

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.
  • See our additional advice on staying safe in the field.

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

See our Risk Assessment for Field Meetings