Green Travel

Our Vision

To support Maidstone Council in their vision for a carbon neutral borough by 2040.

Our Aim

To encourage travel via sustainable methods as part of our commitment to minimise our impact on the environment.


By Foot (19%)

  • Primary shopper concentrated within or around the town. 

  • 50% of shoppers travelling less than 11 minutes

  • 34% of visitors walked to the centre

  • Almost all roads have a footpath on both sides.


By Bus (25%)

  • Most popular bus operators are Arriva.
  • Bus stops are located around the town centre including: The Mall's Maidstone Bus Station. 

By Car (53%)

  • 1 car parks with 1,557 parking spaces available.

  • 72 disabled bays.

  • 72 family spaces.

     

Aim: Manage supply and cost of parking to encourage alternative transportation


By Train (2%)

  • Three rail stations, Maidstone East, West and Barracks. Maidstone East is the nearest station to The Mall, 0.6 miles away, a 10 minute walk. 


By Bike (0%)

Cycle racks can be found adjacent to the Multi-storey car park in Romey Place and by Maidstone House on the roof top car park. 

Aim: To promote the cycling strategy and reduce dependency on private cars. 


By Taxi (1%)

Taxi stands located in the High Street near Gabriel Hill.