Buttercups Sanctuary for Goats

Type:Animal Collection

Wierton Road, Boughton Monchelsea, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 4JW
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Tel01622 746420

Couple sitting on a bench with the goats making a fuss of them

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About

Buttercups is a Kent-based sanctuary for goats, caring for between 130 and 150 goats resident in the sanctuary at any one time and with a similar number of goats fostered out to approved carers.
 

The goats in the care of Buttercups come to the sanctuary for a multitude of different reasons. Some have been found abandoned and are brought to the sanctuary by organisations such as the RSPCA and the Police. Others have been privately owned pets but, as they grow up they need an environment with more space and the company of other goats, goats being highly social animals. 

Whatever their history, the goats at Buttercups are assured of warm, dry and clean stabling, a healthy and varied diet, and plenty of safe space for grazing and exercise.

The  “Walking with Goats Experience “  where you spend an hour and a half walking a goat round the Sanctuary grounds can be booked, details are on the web site.

The online shop has a range of products from t-shirts to calendars.

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Guide Prices

Entrance is by donation (Suggested £5 per person)

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

4.8 of 5 stars
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      201
    • Very Good
      19
    • Average
      5
    • Poor
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    Recent Reviews:

    • Rebecca D
      A Tranquil Escape to Buttercups Goat Sanctuary
      5 of 5 stars
      Monday, 5th May 2025
      A recent visit to Buttercups Goat Sanctuary with friends proved to be a calming experience. From the moment we arrived, we were struck by the beautiful setting and the palpable sense of peace that... Read full review
    • bettyblue79
      Canterbury, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      I love goats!
      5 of 5 stars
      Monday, 5th May 2025
      Love it here, one of my happy places. The goats are so well looked after and we visit often. Very reasonably priced gift shop/ tea room, and many friendly volunteers! Fun day out feeding the... Read full review
    • Ellen P
      Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
      Beautiful place and goats!
      5 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 6th May 2025
      Beautiful place for such beautiful animals! Lovely to spend time with the goats and have the opportunity to feed them! Staff all friendly and location very accessible. Read full review

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    Opening Times

    Open (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)

    * April - October: open everyday 11:00 - 16:00
    November - March: open Saturday and Sunday 11:00 - 15:00

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