SITE GUIDE

GRID REF: TR 026 333 POSTCODE: TN26 2NU HOW TO GET THERE: From Ashford take the A2070 to Hastings. After five miles at Hamstreet turn left on the B2067, signposted to Hythe and a further two miles to Ruckinge WHERE TO PARK: Marsh Road beside the Royal Military Canal TERRAIN: A combination of rough tracks and surfaced lanes on gently sloping ground, but level beside the canal ACCESS: Open access throughout the year on public rights of way FACILITIES: None on site, but nearby Hamstreet has a range of facilities including a pub and convenience store PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Stagecoach operate a bus service from Ashford town centre to site. Southern Trains stop at Hamstreet. Traveline: tel: 0871 200 22 33. Web: travelinesoutheast.org.uk ORGANISATION: Kent Wildlife Trust, Tyland Barn, Sandling. Maidstone, Kent, ME14 3BB. Tel. 01622 662 012, web: kentwildlifetrust.org.uk CLUB CONTACT: Kent Ornithological Secretary, Dr Stephen Wood, 4 Jubilee Cottage, Throwley, Forstal, Kent ME13 0PJ. Tel: 01795 890485, web: kentos.org.uk COUNTY RECORDER: Barry Wright, email: umbrellabirds66@gmail.com MAPS: OS Explorer 125, OS Landranger 189