Monkton Nature Reserve

Monkton Nature Reserve This East Kent reserve is placed in 16 gorgeous acres of reclaimed chalk quarry, an example that is wonderful of's recovery in industrious guy's lack. It features many obviously crucial habitats, fascinating geology and a silly level of rare orchids. You can find 2 tracks for families to explore, one within the chalk quarry and another over the the top of cliffs to the woodland that is mature with scenic views over the surrounding countryside perfect for family members photo backdrop! You can also find a few of the 26 types of butterfly which call the reserve house, a place that is fantastic mini beast safaris! In addition they boast the Thanet Observatory and the first synthetic bat cave built in the UK! Welcoming facilities include a well equipped field centre with a large reference collection, bookshop and website that is picnic. Entry towards the Field learn Centre is free, where site visitors is able to see the geological specimens, archaeological artefacts and natural history display, and see the bookshop that is second-hand.