Hadlow College Wins Silver Gilt at Chelsea Flower Show
Hadlow College’s “No Such Thing as a Toadstool” exhibit earned a Silver Gilt medal at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. The display, which explored the vital role of fungi, impressed…
Romney Marsh Set for Coastal Transformation with New Visitor Hub and Beach Huts
Romney Marsh is poised to become an even more attractive coastal destination as work commences on the ambitious Coast Drive project. The development, spearheaded by Folkestone & Hythe District Council…
Spot butterflies and moths hanging out in your garden this ‘No Mow May!’
Red Admiral – Image: SCOPIX No Mow May has arrived and with it an excuse to put the mower away and put your feet up instead. The annual campaign from…
Out for the Count in Kent!
The Butterfly Conservation Big Butterfly Count returns from 18 July – 10 August 2025, but are butterflies out for the count after declining numbers resulted in the charity declaring a…
Kent bird keepers and residents urged to fight bird flu
Bird flu season is upon us, and Kent is calling on both bird keepers and residents to join forces against the spread of this virus. While the risk to humans…
Green-Fingered Grandee plants the seed of change in Hythe
Cllr Anita Jones with volunteers planting tree whips in Hythe Images: Folkestone and Hythe District Council Local legend and council chair, Cllr Anita Jones, has been busy planting the seeds…
Ashford residents bloom with new sensory garden
Askes Court wildflower mini meadow Photo: Ashford Borough Council Residents of Askes Court in Hoxton Close, Singleton, are buzzing with excitement over their newly unveiled sensory garden and mini wildflower…
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…