A rural panorama featuring three tractors at work on a freshly harvested field. The tractors, outfitted with various attachments, navigate rows of cut grass or hay. In the background, green hills dotted with trees and a fence along the right edge frame the scene under a clear, lightly clouded sky.Celebrating the impact of Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) in the Kent Downs6th March 2025Culture & Heritage tagsFarming & Animals tagsWildlife & Nature tagsDiscover how FiPL is restoring landscapes, supporting sustainable farming, and protecting nature in the Kent Downs National Landscape.
A group of sheep gathers in a sprawling field at sunset. In the foreground, two lambs with soft white wool stand close together, facing the viewer as they catch the warm glow of the setting sun. In the background, more sheep graze and wander across the gently illuminated pasture, creating a peaceful, pastoral scene.Lambing season in the Kent Downs17th February 2025Family Fun tagsFarming & Animals tagsDiscover the importance of lambing season in the Kent Downs and find a place near you to meet some cute, fluffy lambs!
Two figures—a parent and a child—are seen walking along a winding path on a hillside sprinkled with dry grass and sparse, bare trees. In the background, expansive fields merge into a distant view of a village beneath a cloudy, overcast sky, suggesting a chilly day.Top ten Twixmas walks in the Kent Downs15th November 2024Outdoor Activities tagsEnjoy some fresh air and spend time in nature after the indulgence of Christmas with our handpicked Twixmas walks, perfect for winter.
Unearthing Kent's Hidden Ponds...Unearthing Kent’s Hidden Ponds…27th August 2024Culture & Heritage tagsNews tagsWildlife & Nature tagsExciting progress in the Kent Downs Heritage Ponds Project with over 350 historic ponds mapped so far. Discover how we're reviving Kent’s hidden aquatic treasures.
Late summer orchids in the Kent DownsLate summer orchids in the Kent Downs30th July 2024Wildlife & Nature tagsDiscover the orchids to look out for in August and where to spot them in the Kent Downs.
A New Duty to 'Seek to Further'A New Duty to ‘Seek to Further’25th March 2024A revised duty for relevant authorities to ‘seek to further’ the purpose of Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty came into force on 26th December 2023.
Parkrun in the Kent DownsParkrun in the Kent Downs26th February 2024Outdoor Activities tagsWellbeing tagsStrap on your running shoes and join us in discovering the distinctive charm each Parkrun adds to Kent's dynamic running community.
5 Winter Walks with a Cosy Pub in the Kent Downs5 Winter Walks with a Cosy Pub in the Kent Downs29th January 2024Food & Drink tagsOutdoor Activities tagsWe've rounded up five of our favourite winter walks in the Kent Downs, and best of all, they all include a stop at one of…
Introducing Putting Down RoutesIntroducing Putting Down Routes29th January 2024News tagsOur new Putting Down Routes project aims to improve physical access and equality, diversity and inclusion along the North Downs Way National Trail to make…
Samuel Palmer: Visionary Landscapes ExhibitionSamuel Palmer: Visionary Landscapes Exhibition8th January 2024Arts & Crafts tagsNews tagsSamuel Palmer Visionary Landscapes tagsSamuel Palmer: Visionary Landscapes is a new touring art exhibition showcasing the Victorian landscape painter's finest work, alongside the creations of local artists inspired by…
A Year in the Kent DownsA Year in the Kent Downs5th January 2024Family Fun tagsFood & Drink tagsOutdoor Activities tagsPilgrimage tagsWellbeing tagsWildlife & Nature tagsDiscover our ‘must do’ experience for each month in the Kent Downs. How many have you ticked off?
Our 2023 HighlightsOur 2023 Highlights18th December 2023News tagsWe're sharing our top 10 highlights for 2023, including hedgerow planting, path improvements, and archaeological excavation.