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The State of Nature 22/05/2013
According to a new report compiled by 25 wildlife organisations, some 60% of Britian's animal and plant species have declined in the past 50 years, wi... read more »
New Volunteering Opportunities at Oare Gunpowder Works Faversham 16/05/2013
Do you enjoy learning about your local heritage? Would you like to help your local wildlife and restore your local area’s rich heritage?&... read more »
Global Wave Wednesday - Surfers Against Sewage 15/05/2013
Today is Surfers Against Sewage’s (SAS) Global Wave Wednesday. Global Wave Wednesday is a new campaign action uniting surfers, waveriders ... read more »
North Kent Walking Festival 2013 - Saturday 25th May until Sunday 2nd June 08/05/2013
This year sees the return of the North Kent Walking Festival, with 18 walks taking place across the area. Organised by the MSEP along with colleagues ... read more »
Marine biodiveristy offsetting - A new report from The Crown Estate 02/05/2013
Biodiversity offsets are measures taken to compensate for residual and unavoidable damage to wildlife once all other mitigation measures have been exh... read more »
Living with Mammals 25/04/2013
Organised by the People's Trust for Endangered Species, Living with Mammals is the only national effort to survey mammal sites a... read more »
Birds without Borders - Saving our migrant birds 22/04/2013
Spring heralds the arrival of some of the UK's most iconic birds, from cuckoos to swallows, but all is not well and many are in serious trouble.... read more »
Failure to reach flood insurance deal is 'playing with people's lives 10/04/2013
Charles Tucker of the National Flood Forum has accused the Government of game of bluff with insurers as thousands of flood-risk properties could soon ... read more »
BeeWalk - North Kent 23/03/2013
BeeWalk was established by the Bumbleee Conservation Trust back in 2010. It is an important survey undertaken by volunteers on an annual basis. The tr... read more »
The Mudlark - Spring/Summer 2013 21/03/2013
The latest edition of the Mudlark is now available to read, over at the downloads page. Paper copies can be requested by contacting us at: msep@m... read more »
Nightingales may prevent housing development at Chattenden 15/03/2013
Proposal's to build 5,000 homes on land owned by the MOD at Lodge Hill, Chattenden, have been thrown into doubt, following a survey which found the si... read more »
MSBA - Spring Conference 07/03/2013
This saturday (9th March), the Medway and Swale Boating Association will be holding their Spring Conference. Speakers include: Tom Cun... read more »
Beowulf - On the Isle of Harty 28/02/2013
The Medieval epic of Beowulf, is considered to be the country's most important surviving piece of Anglo-Saxon literature. Its story det... read more »
EU Ministers back fish 'discards' ban 27/02/2013
EU fisheries ministers have agreed to phase out the controversial practice of fishermen discarding unwanted dead fish. Read more at: http://... read more »
Rogue traders target householders ash trees 27/02/2013
Kent Trading Standards is aware that some rogue traders are incorrectly advising householders that because of the ash dieback disease, the ash tree on... read more »
2020 Vision 25/02/2013
2020VISION is the most ambitious nature photography project ever staged in the UK. It aims to engage and enthuse a massive audience by using innovativ... read more »
Your Estuary - A catchment plan for the Medway & Swale 17/02/2013
We will be on board the LV21 Light Vessel (moored at Gillingham Pier) this Sunday, promoting the 'Your Estuary' project. So if you would li... read more »
A Rivers Trust for the South East 16/02/2013
The Wandle Trust, The Rivers Trust and the Environment Agency are delighted to announce the formation of the new South East Rivers Trust to help ... read more »
Costing the Earth:When Nettles Attack! - BBC Radio 4, Tuesday at 3pm 12/02/2013
Tom Heap investigates how domestic invasive plants are threatening the the British Countryside. If you missed earlier today, you can catch it he... read more »
The Trials & Tribulations of a Natural History Presenter by Mike Dilger 08/02/2013
See the events page for further information... read more »
Local residents invited to say how £1.5million arts grant should be spent 08/02/2013
Art Council England’s Creative People and Places programme - which seeks encourage peoples involvement in the arts, in parts of the country wher... read more »
EU MPs back Common Fisheries Policy changes 07/02/2013
The European has voted for sweeping changes to the existing Common Fisheries Policy, including measures to end the practice of throwing unwanted ... read more »
Moths numbers crash, according to 40-year study 03/02/2013
According to the 'State of Britain's Larger Moths' report, two-thirds of Britian's 337 species of common larger moths have experienced a severe ... read more »
UK bans five invasive non-native aquatic plants 31/01/2013
The UK is to ban 5 invasive non-native aquatic plants from April 2014. The five plants are: Water fern, Water primrose, Parrot's feather, Floatin... read more »
The Big Garden Birdwatch 25/01/2013
This weekend (26th-27th) is the RSPB's Big Garden Birdwatch, the world's biggest wildlife survey. So sit down, relax and start counting. Vis... read more »
Fishing Focus - Winter 2012/13 24/01/2013
The Winter edition of Derfra's 'Fishing Focus' magazine is now available to read at: http://www.defra.gov.uk/publications/files/pb13870-fishing-focus... read more »
The Wild Things - Channel 4 23/01/2013
Wild Things is a brand new Channel 4 show designed to bring botany to a whole new audience. This informative programme uncovers the my... read more »
Marine Conservation Society drops mackeral from its 'Fish to Eat' list 23/01/2013
Despite being a popular choice amongst consumers, the Marine Conservation Society has dropped mackeral from its 'Fish to Eat', amid fears of overfishi... read more »
European Marine Sites - Conservation Advice 04/01/2013
Natural England has now published detailed conservation advice for European Marine Sites (SPAs, SACs, or both) in one easily accessible... read more »
MMO publishes new marine evidence and information reports 21/12/2012
A series of reports on activities in and around English seas have been published by the MMO. The four new commissioned publications are part of the M... read more »
Marine Conservation Zones - Consultation 21/12/2012
Public consultation on Marine Conservation Zones has now begun. If you would like to provide evidence to inform the proposed designations, you ha... read more »
Finding HMS Namur 13/12/2012
“Finding HMS Namur”, a feature in issue 273 of Current Archaeology Magazine about the Ship’s timbers find at The Historic Docky... read more »
Your Estuary - A catchment plan for the Medway & Swale 13/12/2012
Thanks to funding from the Environment Agency, the partnership is currently working together with stakeholders across Medway and Swale, in order to id... read more »
Marine Biomass - New reports available from The Crown Estate 12/12/2012
The Crown Estate have published 2 new reports on marine biomass: Carbon footprint of seaweed as a biofuel and the Wider implications of macroagal... read more »
Ash dieback - Information 16/11/2012
The Forestry Commision now has a web page for detailed information on Ash dieback. Visit it at: http://www.forestry.gov.uk/forestry/INFD-8UDM6S... read more »
Ash dieback - Helpline 08/11/2012
The Forestry Commision has launched a new helpline, in order for people to report suspected cases of Ash dieback (Chalara fraxinea). Tel: 08459 335577... read more »
AshTag - A free smartphone app 31/10/2012
Smartphone users can now download AshTag, a free app to help identify Ash dieback and report suspected cases. Download it here: http://ashta... read more »
Ash to Ashes? 26/10/2012
Following the discovery of the deadly fungus Chalara fraxina in mature trees in East Anglia, fears have been raised that it may be too late to pr... read more »
Kent's Coastal Week 2012 - 27th October until 4th November 24/10/2012
Kent's Coast Week provides a fantastic opportunity to discover more about the county's 350 miles of coastline. This year's theme is the 'Historic Coas... read more »
Journeys & Reflections around the edges of Medway and Swale - An exhibition 18/10/2012
As part of the 'URBAN Fringe' project, artists Jo Roberts and Stephen Turner will be exhibiting at the UCA Gallery (22-27 October) ... read more »
European Water Association - The Water Manifesto 17/10/2012
Originally founded in 1981, the European Water Association is an idependent non-governmental and non-profit making organisation dealing with the manag... read more »
Heritage at Risk! 13/10/2012
English Heritage's new 'Heritage at Risk' Register published yesterday, details thousands of buildings currently at risk from neglect, decay and... read more »
The Mudlark Autumn/Winter 2012 26/09/2012
The new edition of The Mudlark is now available over on the downloads page. Inside you'll find out about what's going on in and around the estuar... read more »
Sheppey's success with Big Lottery Fund 04/09/2012
Swale Borough Council’s bid to help to make a Sustainable Sheppey has been successful, meaning a 3 year project has gained funding of £946... read more »
Law Commission's Review of Wildlife Law (including Non-native Species) 15/08/2012
The law Commission is consulting on its proposals to simplify the existing framework of Wildlife Acts. Find out more and make comments... read more »
Fishing Focus 02/08/2012
The latest edition of DEFRA's Fishing Focus newsletter, is now availble to read at: http://www.defra.gov.uk/environment/marine/wwo/fish... read more »
What's Under Your Boat? 20/07/2012
As part of our DEFRA funded 'Clear Waters' project, the partnership has produced 'What's Under Your Boat', a pocket ID guide ' to 6 non-nati... read more »
New report on the number of non-native species in Britain 17/07/2012
A major new Defra funded report, has found that there has been a dramatic increase in the number of non-native sepcies arriving in Britain. Read... read more »
Airport expansion debate postponed 12/07/2012
Amid reports of disagreements within the coallition government has delayed its consultation on airport expansion. Read more at: http://www.bbc.co.uk/n... read more »
The Big Butterfly Count - 14th July until 5th August 11/07/2012
The Big Butterfly Count is a nationwide survey, aimed at helping assess the health of our environment, as butterflies react very quickly to change, ma... read more »
PlantTracker - Smartphone App 05/07/2012
The Environment Agency and the University of Bristol, have teamed up to help prevent the spread of 3 particularly problematic invasive non-native... read more »
Vestas pulls out of plans for wind turbine manufacture on Sheppey 22/06/2012
The wind turbine company Vestas, has withdrawn its plan to build a manufacturing plant at Sheerness Dock, which could h... read more »
Making a splash for water safety 20/06/2012
As part of Water Safety Awareness Week, Swale Borough Council will be holding a free event on Saturday 23rd June at Beachfields Park. A number o... read more »
Friends of Marine Conservation Zones 13/06/2012
The Wildlife Trusts have launched a campaign to recruit ‘Friends of Marine Conservation Zones’. The campaign is linked to a new online res... read more »
World Environment Day - 5th June 05/06/2012
Today is World Environment Day. Find out more at: http://www.unep.org/wed/ ... read more »
Kent County Council's Minerals & Waste Local Plan - Public Consultation 30/05/2012
Kent County Council is part way through its process of producing a local plan for mineral supply and waste management. They would like your views... read more »
Frozen Estuary - New work by Billy Childish 25/05/2012
Chatham based artist Billy Childish, presents an exhibition of new work at the Historic Dockyard Chatham. The exhibition which opens on Friday 1s... read more »
Medway River Festival - Saturday 2nd June 24/05/2012
As part of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebrations, Medway Council will be hosting its first ever River Festival. Find out more at: http://www.w... read more »
Save Our Butterflies Week - 19th until 27th May 21/05/2012
This week is 'Save Our Butterflies Week' organised by the charity Butterfly Conservation. They are running a number of events across the country, aime... read more »
Marine Protected Areas 'offer no meaningful protection' says George Monbiot 17/05/2012
Writing in last Friday's Guardian, Environmental writer George Monbiot criticised the Government's Marine Protected Areas and proposed ... read more »
The Asian Hornet 04/05/2012
The Asian hornet is a non-native species and a known predator of honey bees. Although not yet been confirmed in the UK, it has spread rapidly wit... read more »
Historic Dockyard shortlisted for Countryfile Magazine Award 02/05/2012
The Historic Dockyard Chatham has been shortlisted in the ‘Britain’s Best Heritage Attraction’ category in the Countryfile Mag... read more »
Work resumes on the Medway Queen 30/04/2012
Earlier this year, restoration work on the Medway Queen ground to a halt, following the suspension of EU funding. According to the BBC, the funding ha... read more »
Proposed Thames Estuary airport in the 'very worst spot' says Air Traffic Control Chief 15/04/2012
According to the Guardian newspaper, Richard Deakin the Chief Executive of Britain's air traffic control service has stated that the proposed estuary ... read more »
Rory McGrath's Pub Dig - The Command House 06/04/2012
Comedian Rory McGrath and Archaeolgist Paul Blinkhorn, visited the Command House, Chatham for the first episode of 'Rory McGrath's Pub Dig' on Channel... read more »
The Mudlark - Spring/Summer 2012 05/04/2012
The Spring/Summer edition of the partnership's Mudlark magazine, is now available on our Downloads page.... read more »
Pictures from the Hoo Peninsula 01/04/2012
Photographer Michael Collins is showing his large format photos of hulks on the Hoo Peninsula, at the Janet Borden Gallery in New York until the1st of... read more »
Medway Queen's restoration threatened 28/03/2012
The restoration of the paddle steamer is under threat, following the suspension its European funding. Visit: www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-kent-1... read more »
Planning Reforms announced 27/03/2012
Earlier today, Planning Minster Greg Clarke announced details of the government's new National Planning Policy Framework. Follow the attached li... read more »
Environment Theme Red Tape Challenge 21/03/2012
Environment Secretary Caroline Spelman announced today, the outcomes of the government’s Environment Theme Red Tape Challenge. According to the ... read more »
Kingsnorth Power Station to close in 2013 09/03/2012
Kingsnorth Power Station is set to closer 2 years earlier, than had been expected, with the loss of more than 100 jobs. See www.bbc.co.uk/news/u... read more »
Greater Thames Marshes Nature Improvement Area 02/03/2012
The Great Thames Marshes area (which includes the Medway Swale Estuary) has been selected by the government to be one of 12 Nature Improvement Areas. ... read more »
Wildlife Study Days 2012 23/02/2012
Kent Wildlife Trust's popular study days have just begun again this year, with something for everyone with an interest in the natural world. To f... read more »
Discover Your Estuary - Free Events 22/02/2012
For the last few months, the partnership has been working alongside a local community organisation Dilute to Taste, on their 'Discover Your Estuary' p... read more »
Magwitch 11/02/2012
As part of Dickens 2012, Kent Based Viola Films have produced a short film Magwitch's early life and how he came to end up on a prison hulk, at the st... read more »
Gordon Allison - RIP (1961 - 2012) 10/02/2012
Over the years, the MSEP has had the pleasure of working with a number of wonderful individuals who care passionately about our natural env... read more »
The Mystery of Edwin Drood 03/01/2012
Starting next Tuesday at 9.00pm on BBC2, The Mystery of Edwin Drood is a two-part adaptation of Charles Dickens' final unfinished novel. Look ou... read more »
Charles Dickens, the BBC and the MSEP 02/01/2012
Back in the early summer, the MSEP assisted the BBC in finding suitable locations for a forthcoming documentary on Charles Dickens, entitled 'Armando'... read more »
Charles Dickens and Medway 27/12/2011
2012 marks the bicentenary of the birth of Charles Dickens, arguably our most famous writer. Dickens moved to the area in 1817, aged 5 and lived here ... read more »
Water for Life - The Water White Paper 08/12/2011
Water for Life describes DEFRA's vision for future water management in which the water sector is resilient, in which water companies are more eff... read more »
Estuary waterbirds experience mixed fortunes - State of the UK's Birds 2011 30/11/2011
A new report shows signs of dramatic changes for our wintering waterbirds, with a few reaching their highest levels while others have dropped to their... read more »
Ministerial Statement on Marine Conservation Zones 17/11/2011
The Environment Minister Richard Benyon, has made a writtten ministerial statement on Marine Conservation Zones. Below is a short extract, whilst the ... read more »
Marine Conservation Zones at Risk? 09/11/2011
The long-awaited network of Marine Conservation Zones*, promised by Government for 2012, is in danger, according to The Wildlife trusts, which has b... read more »
Wanted.....Stories from the Royal Naval Dockyard at Chatham 04/11/2011
Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust is looking for people who worked or have a link to the former Royal Navy dockyard at Chatham to share their ex... read more »
Lord Foster unveils plans for Thames Estuary Airport 03/11/2011
See: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-15546956 for further information.... read more »
Get closer to Nature with Robert Canis 21/10/2011
As part of Kent's Coastal Week, Wildlife & Nature Photogrpaher Robert Canis will be leading a series of introductory workshops at Riverside Countr... read more »
The Mudlark - Autumn/Winter 2011 21/10/2011
The latest edition of our Mudlark magazine is now available over at the downloads page. If you would prefer a paper edtion, please e-mail us at msep@k... read more »
Creative Writing Walk - Kent's Coastal Week 18/10/2011
As part of Kent's Coastal Week and to celebrate a new edition of Kent Writer Jocelyn Brookes 'Military Orchid', Carol Donaldson (BBC Wildlife Ma... read more »
Kent's Coastal Week (22nd - 30th October) - The Creative Coast 12/10/2011
This year's theme for Kent's Coastal Week is the 'creative coast'. Generations of artists, writers and makers have been inspired by our coastline and ... read more »
Balanced Seas - Final Recommendations Summary Report 28/09/2011
Balanced Seas has produced a summary of the Final Recommendations for Marine Conservation Zones for south-east England. The recommendations, dev... read more »
Balanced Seas Project submits recommendations 09/09/2011
On Tuesday 6th September, the Balanced Seas project submitted its final recommendations for Marine Conservation Zones in the south-east to ... read more »
Sedimental - Stephen Turner 07/09/2011
Sedimental is a journey of (re)discovery for artist Stephen Turner; an exploration of significance in nature and a reflection on how this can be incor... read more »
Grown in Kent 24/08/2011
It seems everyone is talking about eating local produce . . . and isn't the Garden of England at harvest time the place to be if you ... read more »
Otters return to Kent 18/08/2011
It has been a long and perilous journey, but otters have finally made it back to Kent and can now be found in every county in England. Two otters hav... read more »
Promenade - A weekend of events, talks and performances in Sheerness 17/08/2011
Promenade provides a unique opportunity to explore and celebrate the rich heritage of Sheerness, as a popular seaside resort and once significant nava... read more »
Medway's seabirds falling through the net 05/08/2011
The UK Government has an international commitment to designate a comprehensive network of marine protected areas by the end of 2012. But the RSPB says... read more »
Apple Day 21/10/2010
Today is Apple Day's 21st Birthday, so way not celebrate by treating yourself to a Kentish apple. North Kent has some wonderful farm s... read more »
Farming for Wildlife survives environmental cuts 21/10/2010
Following yesterday's comprenhensive spending review, in which the chancellor announced a cut in DEFRA's budget (amounting to 8% per annum over 4 year... read more »
Kent's Coastal Week - 23rd until 31st October 20/10/2010
Come and enjoy 100 free and subsidised activities, around the stunning Kent coast . From guided walks, family days and art events to beach c... read more »
Photographic Workshops 14/10/2010
Our free Wildlife Photography Workshops are now fully booked. Thanks to everybody who has shown an interest in them.... read more »
The Death Of The Oceans - BBC2 04/10/2010
David Attenborough looks at the state of biodiversity in the world's oceans. Tonight on BBC2 at 9.00pm or catch it later on the BBC's iPlayer.... read more »
Vote for kent's best loved or most neglected river 09/09/2010
The Our Rivers campaign (a coalition which inludes the RSPB, WWF-UK, the Angling Trust and the Salmon & Trout Association), has launched the first... read more »
Hidden Heritage - Historic Dockyard Chatham 24/08/2010
As part of the national 'Heritage Open Days' scheme, Chatham's Historic Dockyard will be conducting special walking tours, exploring its hidden h... read more »
Balanced Seas - Interactive Map 20/08/2010
The Balanced Seas Project (see previous news 7/5/2010) has now added an interactive map to its website at www.balancedseas.org . Visitors to the... read more »
Kent Oysters - Movement ban 28/07/2010
Fisheries inspectors from Cefas (Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science), have imposed a ban on the movement of all oysters from&nb... read more »
New Marine Planning Website launched 16/07/2010
ABP Marine Environmental Research Ltd (ABPmer), has launched a new website dedicated to marine planning practice. The aim of the site is to provide a ... read more »
Water for Wildlife 09/07/2010
The RSPB is asking the people of kent, to spare athought for the birds during the hot dry weather. So why not help out by adding a bird bath to ... read more »
Planning a cruise around north Kent? 17/06/2010
Are you planning to visit north Kent by boat? Do you want to know about moorings or where to go in the area? If so, then why not download th... read more »
Medway on Screen - Your memories of Medway and West Kent 02/06/2010
Thanks to funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund, Screen Archive South East has put together an exciting community history project on the River Medway... read more »
Thames & Medway Pleasure Steamers from 1935 20/05/2010
The period from 1935 could be considered the Golden Age of pleasure steamers on the Thames and Medway. In this lavishly illustrated book, author Andre... read more »
Marine Safety 07/05/2010
The Medway Marine Community Partnership are holding a 'Marine Safety Event' on Friday 7th May (7.00pm - 10.00pm), at Rochester Cruising Club. The even... read more »
Balanced Seas - Marine Conservation Zones in the South East need you! 07/05/2010
Balanced Seas is one four regional projects in England, that is working with sea users and interest groups, to identify and recommend Marine Conservat... read more »
Become an important part of the marine ecosystem 18/03/2010
Following the passage of the Marine & Coastal Access Act, 10 Inshore Fisheries & Conservation Authorities (IFCAs) will be created along Englan... read more »
Land and Sea and Sky - Radio 3 12/03/2010
Award winning Folk musician Chris Woods discusses his native Faversham, revealing how the sea, vast skies and Dickensian marshes have helped to shape ... read more »
Green Belts: a greener future 11/02/2010
A new report by the CPRE (Campaign to Protect Rural England), examines to what extent Green Belts are fulfilling their purposes. To download a c... read more »
Isle of Sheppey - Proposed Cycle Routes 09/02/2010
Kent County Council together with Swale Borough Council, are currently proposing two new cycle routes for the Isle of Sheppey. Until the the 12th &nbs... read more »
Seasalter to Graveney Sea Defences Project - Public Exhibition 15/01/2010
The Environment Agency will be holding a public exhibition, detailing its proposals to maintain the area's sea defences. The meeting will be held at t... read more »
The Saxon Shore Way through Medway 23/12/2009
The partnership has secured a further £10,000 to carry out improvements along the Saxon Shore Way through Medway. In addition the revised editio... read more »
The Marine and Coastal Access Bill 12/11/2009
On the 12November, the Marine and Coastal Access Bill received Royal Ascent. In what has been described by Gordon Brown as "ground-brea... read more »
Our Rivers 11/11/2009
The Our Rivers Campaign is lead by a coalition of four of the UK's leading NGO's, the WWF, RSPB, The Angling Trust and the Association of Ri... read more »
Kent's Coastal Week 24/10/2009
This year's Kent's Coastal Week programme is the biggest yet, with 70 free or subsidised events taking place. From guided walks to boat trips to ... read more »
New Kingsnorth Power Station delayed 08/10/2009
The energy firm E.On has comfirmed, that its controversial plans to build a new coal fired power station at Kingsnorth have been postponed, for a... read more »
Mapping Local Food Webs 22/09/2009
What are the social, environmental and economic benefits of eating food grown or produced within 30 miles of where it is bought? What are the iss... read more »
Tufted Puffin seen at Oare Marshes 18/09/2009
Birdwatchers having been heading for the Swale, following a reported sighting of a tufted puffin at Oare Marshes. If comfirmed, it will be the first t... read more »
Mapping Local Food Webs in Faversham 11/08/2009
As part of its Mapping local Food Webs project, the Campaign to Protect Rural England is looking for summer volunteers. So if you: 1. Are i... read more »
River Medway Photographic Competition 30/07/2009
Interested in photography? Want to increase your skills? The Medway Valley Countryside Partnership's photographic competition is the perfect opportuni... read more »
Our Natural Health Service 28/07/2009
According to a recent study commisioned by Natural England, people living more than a mile from a park, were 27% more likely to be overweig... read more »
Greenpeace Activists board ship heading for Kingsnorth 23/06/2009
Ten Greenpeace activists boarded a ship delivering coal to Kingsnorth Power Station. The action took place yesterday , with the protestors stayin... read more »
The End of the Line 09/06/2009
Launched yesterday (8th June) to coincide with World Ocean Day, The End of the Line is a powerful look at the impact of overfishing. Based on the... read more »
Make your nature count 08/06/2009
Take part in the RSPB's 'Make your nature count, by recording the number and species of birds that visit your garden during the week of 8-14 June. For... read more »
Kingswear Castle Paddle Steamer - Countryfile 24/05/2009
The historic paddle steamer 'Kingswear Castle' is to feature on the BBC's Countryfile programme. The programme will be broadcast on Sunday 24th ... read more »
Typical birds of the Medway & Swale 30/04/2009
The partnership has just taken delivery of a revised edition of our popular ' Typical birds of the Medway & Swale'. This free pock... read more »
Outward Bound has become out of bounds 09/04/2009
According to the results of a survey carried out by Natural England, our countryside and parks have become out of bounds to a generation of 'C... read more »
'Art as a tool in support of understanding coastal change' - new report 14/01/2009
An investment by The Crown Estate has resulted in a new report, by Dr. Robin McInnes, which reviews the potential of works of art to provide u... read more »
Intergrated Coastal Zone Managment Strategy published 14/01/2009
The Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) Strategy for England has now been published. ‘A strategy for promoting an integrated appr... read more »
Northern Relief Road given the go ahead 02/01/2009
Swale Borough Council is delighted that the Planning Inspector has given the green light for the Northern Relief Road. The new road will provide a lin... read more »
European Commission's Marine Status Strategy Framework Directive 12/11/2008
The European Commission’s Marine Strategy Framework Directive aims to achieve Good Environmental Status in Europe’s seas by 2020. Th... read more »
New report on the potential of marine biomass for anaerobic biogas production 05/11/2008
An investment by The Crown Estate has resulted in a new report, by Maeve Kelly and Symon Dworjanyn of the Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAM... read more »
Circular Walks on the Hoo Peninsula 15/10/2008
Together with Medway Council, the Partnership has produced a new edition of this popular guide to circular walks on the Hoo peninsula. The full colou... read more »
