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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.
Secretary of State visits Landscape Recovery Project in the Kent Downs to make first announcement since appointmentSecretary of State visits Landscape Recovery Project in the Kent Downs to make first announcement since appointment1st December 2023This week, the Secretary of State met with Kent Downs National Landscape, project partners and landowners at Castle Farm in Darent Valley to announce a…
Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty Renamed National LandscapesAreas of Outstanding Natural Beauty Renamed National Landscapes22nd November 2023Culture & Heritage tagsFarming & Animals tagsWildlife & Nature tagsThe Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty has been renamed as the Kent Downs National Landscape – in a bid to bring us in…
Top spots to watch the sunset in the Kent DownsTop spots to watch the sunset in the Kent Downs22nd October 2023Culture & Heritage tagsOutdoor Activities tagsWellbeing tagsWildlife & Nature tagsDiscover our favourite places to watch the sunset in the Kent Downs National Landscape.
Autumn Walks in the Kent DownsAutumn Walks in the Kent Downs7th October 2023Outdoor Activities tagsPilgrimage tagsWildlife & Nature tagsDiscover the best places to experience the vibrant colours and nature highlights of autumn in the Kent Downs.
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