Manor Farm, Marden

Saturday 11th July, 10.30am Manor Farm, Marden, for insects and general recording on superb Low Weald meadows.

The site has Kent's largest Green-winged orchid colony (though these will be over) as well as Dyer's Greenweed, Brown Argus, lots of Purple Hair-streaks, Silver-washed Fritillaries, and other butterflies and moths. The site owners are keen to have further insect records. 

Meet and park in the silos yard Battle Lane, Marden TN12 9DG, TQ 7626 4529. W3W blunders.glows.inversion.

Leaders: David Newman, Lou Carpenter, Richard Carpenter.

Event Properties

Event Date 11-07-2026
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