Let’s grow green together at community Tree Planting in Margate
Library image – Ambitious plan to transform Dane Valley into a thriving mini-woodland ::: Get ready to roll up your sleeves and make a positive impact on your local environment!…
Conningbrook Lakes in Ashford seeks partners for exciting future
Conningbrook Lakes Photo: Ashford Borough Council Ashford Borough Council (ABC) is inviting local businesses to join forces in shaping the future of Conningbrook Lakes Country Park. The council is conducting…
Jumping Spider SOS: Conservation charities urge Minister to protect Swanscombe Peninsula
Wildlife charities have appealed to Angela Rayner, Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, to revoke a controversial planning designation threatening the Swanscombe Peninsula in North Kent. The…
UK butterfly numbers plummet – Emergency declared
Wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation has today declared a national ‘Butterfly Emergency’, with results of this summer’s Big Butterfly Count showing a marked and hugely concerning decline in numbers. Overall, people…
CCTV helps nail fly-tippers with hefty fines in Ashford
Fly Tipping in Gilbert Road Image: Ashford Borough Council Two separate cases of fly-tipping have ended in big fines for two Ashford residents thanks to teamwork by Ashford Borough Council’s…
Kent Country parks retain Green Flag Awards
Kent County Council (KCC) is celebrating after retaining eight Green Flag Awards for its country parks. Shorne Woods, Teston Bridge, Manor Park, Lullingstone, Trosley, Pegwell Bay, Grove Ferry and Brockhill…
‘Bin-fluential’ in Folkestone and Hythe can help boost recycling rates
Folkestone and Hythe District Council is keen to improve the current recycling rate across the district and is launching a new campaign. Use your “bin-fluence” for good – is the…
Where are all the Butterflies in Kent?
Red Admiral – Image: Ralph – Pixabay ::: Wet weather and low temperatures appear to be causing havoc for butterflies, not just in Kent but across the UK. Leading wildlife…
Folkestone and Hythe favourite parks and green spaces celebrate 2024 Green Flag status
Celebrating the Green Flag award Four of the district’s beloved parks and green spaces will proudly fly the Green Flag yet again after retaining their status. Kingsnorth Gardens, the Lower…
Kent exodus? – Help track butterflies on the move!
Leading wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation is calling on people across the UK to take part in this year’s Big Butterfly Count (12 July – 4 August) and help scientists understand…