How far is Mote Park from train station?
The nearest stations to Mote Park are: Kent Avenue Roundabout, Shepway is 1058 meters away, 15 min walk. Weavering Street, Maidstone is 1367 meters away, 19 min walk. Wagoners Close, Grove Green is 1743 meters away, 24 min walk.
Are you allowed to swim in Mote Park?
A great activity for a fun day out with the family! The Mote Park Watersports Centre offers a variety of sailing, boating, diving & swimming facilities on the lake.
How far is it around Mote Park Lake?
NEARBY RECOMMENDED ROUTES A lap of the park is about 4 miles with just the lake itself 1.33 miles. Parking is free and plentiful.
Why is Mote Park called Mote Park?
Mote Park’s name comes from the Old English word moot meaning “meeting place” which, when viewed with the nearby Penenden Heath (a venue for Middle Age shire moots), indicates it used to be of great administrative importance.
Do you have to pay for parking at Mote Park?
Entry to the park is free. Car parking: From 8am -10am – free. After 10am up to 6 hours – £2.
How much is park and ride Maidstone?
The £2.50 fee to park can be paid using a range of cashless payment options including contactless cards, Apple and Android Pay as well as the RingGo smartphone app.
Can you put up a gazebo in Mote Park?
If you look to meet more than this number of people in the park then please let us know via our hire the park page. Please note that BBQs are not permitted in the park under any circumstances due to concerns for other visitors and to wildlife. Camping, including tents and marquees, is not permitted in the park.
Is Mote Park dog friendly?
Yes; dogs are allowed in the park.
How long is the walk at Mote Park?
The 5km route at Mote Park is a winding, circular, undulating route through wooded, grassy parkland on compact, wide pathways. The route is clearly marked and accessible to all users from walkers, joggers to runners.
What time does Mote Park shut?
* Park open 08:00 until dusk every day.
Is Mote Park Lake man made?
Previously a country estate it was converted to landscaped park land at the end of the 18th century before becoming a municipal park. It includes the former stately home Mote House together with a miniature railway and a boating lake….
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Who owned Mote Park?
Mote Park has existed as an entity since the 13th Century and has been owned by many people including the royal family and the founder of Royal Dutch Shell oil company. Now spanning over 180 hectares, the park is freely accessible to the public and is an ideal location for the whole family.