“I’m settling into a routine in lockdown and finding I need my garden fix every day now. The lovely spring weather has been a pleasure and has kept me positive. I’m not one to sit still for long so I’ve found a new project to keep me occupied in my garden... for a long time … Continue reading Notes from an Urban Greenspace #6
Rights of Way Improvement Plan – updated 12 Apr 2020
Medway Council's "Rights of Way Improvement Plan" is now ready for consultation. Please make time to have your say on this crucial Plan. This page was update on 12 Apr 2020 to include the following link to additional information on the Medway Rights of Way Improvement Plan 2020-2030 The importance of our rights of way … Continue reading Rights of Way Improvement Plan – updated 12 Apr 2020
#LoveWhereYouLive Challenge
We can all do some simple things that are good for us and good for the planet. Everything that Keep Britain Tidy does and everything they stand for can be summed up in a single phrase - Love Where You Live - and they want people, even in these difficult times to be able to … Continue reading #LoveWhereYouLive Challenge
Notes from an Urban Greenspace #5
5th April 2020 The idea of hotel for bugs is now not very new, nevertheless, I still find it quite an odd concept. I imagine them checking in and out or booking a room on the bug equivalent of the internet, if such a thing exists! Actually, a bug hotel can be any old pile … Continue reading Notes from an Urban Greenspace #5
Notes from an Urban Greenspace #4
Spring is in full flow in my garden, the bulbs I planted last October have popped up and given me a much needed colourful display in my borders. I have appreciated my garden much more in the last couple of weeks then ever before! I have noticed so much more too and feel connected to … Continue reading Notes from an Urban Greenspace #4
Coronavirus (COVID-19) update: 1 Apr 2020
Here's the latest update, including information from the Council which might affect our greenspaces: From Medway Council: "We have taken the precaution of extending the cancellation of our events until the end of July, so sadly we won’t be running the Medway Mile in July. Our Household Waste and Recycling centres will all be closed … Continue reading Coronavirus (COVID-19) update: 1 Apr 2020
Notes from an Urban Greenspace #3
29th March 2020 How are you using our time in isolation? I can guarantee that across the country there are jobs being done which have not been looked at for a very long time. Those tidying and sorting jobs which we have been promising to get around to for months or perhaps even years. Well, … Continue reading Notes from an Urban Greenspace #3
Going outside whilst practicing Social Distancing
The good news is that outdoor activities and exercise, a proven mood-booster, should be safe if you maintain social distancing. We have been advised that we can get out for exercise once a day ….. well lets get going! Staying in is not good for our health so as long as we keep to the … Continue reading Going outside whilst practicing Social Distancing
Notes from an Urban Greenspace #2
Let’s collaborate! Whilst we are all staying at home, we can share notes and stories about our own greenspace – no matter how large or small.
Notes from an Urban Greenspace #1
Whilst we are all staying at home, we can share notes and stories about our own greenspace no matter how large or small.
Medway Urban Greenspaces Forum 