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Getting ready for those green shoots
14 January 2021The 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
23 December 2020As 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
15 December 2020Get 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
11 November 2020Looking 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
04 November 2020Two of the county's popular attractions have confirmed they will be able to keep outdoor spaces open to visitors during lockdown.
We're in for a 'spectacular' autumn, experts say
12 October 2020Six 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
30 September 2020A picturesque garden is opening on Sundays throughout October for visitors to see its show of autumn colour.
Follow the Japanese art of forest 'bathing'
29 September 2020Relax 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
07 September 2020Brewing 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
19 August 2020There'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
24 July 2020A 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
15 July 2020Discover summer colour, history and a record breaker at these immaculate Kentish gardens
The Big Butterfly Count flies in
14 July 2020A charity is urging us all to join its annual survey to assess the health of our environment simply by counting butterflies.
Share your experiences of nature
07 July 2020The 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
05 July 2020Skylarks 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
03 July 2020Flower 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
24 June 2020Glorious 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
20 June 2020On 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
17 June 2020Kent 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
05 June 2020The National Trust has announced it is opening two more sites' gardens and parkland to limited numbers of visitors.
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