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Getting ready for those green shoots

Getting ready for those green shoots

14 January 2021

The first lockdown had us reaching for our gardening gloves, but what can we do this time around? We get tips from two of the county's experts.

Make a date with a turtle dove in 2021

Make a date with a turtle dove in 2021

23 December 2020

As the Twelve Days of Christmas approach, the RSPB is calling on people in Kent to help Operation Turtle Dove research and protect turtle doves.

How to feed the birds this winter

How to feed the birds this winter

15 December 2020

Get a 'nature fix' at home by encouraging birds into your garden and outdoor space, with help from the RSPB.

A little bit of lockdown parklife

A little bit of lockdown parklife

11 November 2020

Looking for some outdoor fun that's lockdown-friendly this weekend? Here's where you can still head to within the guidelines, if you're near:

Castles' grounds and play areas to stay open

Castles' grounds and play areas to stay open

04 November 2020

Two of the county's popular attractions have confirmed they will be able to keep outdoor spaces open to visitors during lockdown.

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We're in for a 'spectacular' autumn, experts say

We're in for a 'spectacular' autumn, experts say

12 October 2020

Six months of sunshine has created the perfect conditions across Kent for a spectacular display of autumn colour, according to the National Trust.

An Autumn Sunday to savour

An Autumn Sunday to savour

30 September 2020

A picturesque garden is opening on Sundays throughout October for visitors to see its show of autumn colour.

Follow the Japanese art of forest 'bathing'

Follow the Japanese art of forest 'bathing'

29 September 2020

Relax and boost your wellbeing by taking a tip from the Japanese and try 'forest bathing' in Kent - just make sure you leave your phone behind.

Hop growers and beer experts make a fresh brew

Hop growers and beer experts make a fresh brew

07 September 2020

Brewing of a green hopped beer has started after 2020's first harvest of a communal hop growing farm

Take a look at summer with the National Trust

Take a look at summer with the National Trust

19 August 2020

There's space to run and play, and activities for all ages this summer holidays with the National Trust's sites across Kent and over the border.

Allotments join the National Gardens Scheme

Allotments join the National Gardens Scheme

24 July 2020

A group of allotment holders are opening their pride and joy to visitors as part of this week's National Gardens Scheme.

Revealed: The secrets at one of the county's most stunning gardens

Revealed: The secrets at one of the county's most stunning gardens

15 July 2020

Discover summer colour, history and a record breaker at these immaculate Kentish gardens

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The Big Butterfly Count flies in

The Big Butterfly Count flies in

14 July 2020

A charity is urging us all to join its annual survey to assess the health of our environment simply by counting butterflies.

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Share your experiences of nature

Share your experiences of nature

07 July 2020

The RSPB wants people to share how they have learnt to love nature during lockdown for a national celebration during July.

Skylarks and wildlife over the White Cliffs of Dover

Skylarks and wildlife over the White Cliffs of Dover

05 July 2020

Skylarks and wildlife have returned to the White Cliffs of Dover thanks to a campaign with Dame Vera Lynn which reached its goal in three weeks.

World Garden's 17ft flowering spectacle for opening day

World Garden's 17ft flowering spectacle for opening day

03 July 2020

Flower fans have a chance to see a floral sight for the first time in 26 years as Lullingstone Castle's World Garden reopens to visitors.

Blooming gardens raising funds for nursing

Blooming gardens raising funds for nursing

24 June 2020

Glorious gardens across the county are opening for pre-booked visits under the National Gardens Scheme, which raises funds to support nursing.

Celebrate the Summer Solstice in nature

Celebrate the Summer Solstice in nature

20 June 2020

On the longest day, the National Trust is urging people to celebrate the Summer Solstice by getting out in nature and enjoying the moment.

Loving the lavender this summer

Loving the lavender this summer

17 June 2020

Kent has the largest lavender farm in the country. Here's how you can see it, as well as breathe it in, this summer:

Two more National Trust sites to reopen

Two more National Trust sites to reopen

05 June 2020

The National Trust has announced it is opening two more sites' gardens and parkland to limited numbers of visitors.

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