Environment Committee

The Environment Committee manages, preserves, and maintains the natural environment, and local community assets within the Parish boundary.

These assets include:

• Allotments
• Playgrounds and Recreational facilities
• Street Furniture
• Trees
• Noticeboards

Allotments

Within Bearsted we have two Allotments available for our residents, providing designated spaces for gardening and growing fruit and vegetables.

The allotments sites are:

• Church Lane
• The Street

If you would like to Apply for an allotment or for information, please contact us.

Digging for giving

Bearsted Parish Council recently provided a plot at Church Landway Allotment site, at a peppercorn rent. This is for a new initiative called Digging for Giving. Volunteers are cultivating the plot, and all produce grown will be donated to local food banks, and other charitable organisations.

Street Furniture

The parish council street furniture initiative aims to enhance the aesthetic appeal, functionality, and safety of our community’s public spaces. Through strategic placement of benches, waste bins, streetlights, and other amenities, we strive to create inviting and accessible environments for residents and visitors alike. Our efforts focus on promoting pedestrian-friendly streets, fostering social interaction, and preserving the natural beauty of our surroundings. With careful consideration of design and placement, we seek to enrich the character and liveability of our neighbourhoods while meeting the diverse needs of our community members. Together, we’re building a vibrant and inclusive environment that everyone can enjoy.

Recreational Facilities

The parish council is committed to the preservation and enhancement of our green spaces, recognizing them as vital assets that contribute to the health, well-being, and beauty of our community. Through careful management and stewardship, we aim to safeguard these areas for current and future generations to enjoy. Our efforts include maintaining parks, gardens, and other natural areas, ensuring they remain accessible, safe, and environmentally sustainable. We also prioritize community engagement and involvement, seeking input from residents to shape the development and programming of these green spaces. By promoting biodiversity, supporting wildlife habitats, and providing opportunities for recreation and relaxation, we strive to create thriving green spaces that enhance the quality of life for all members of our community. Together, we can nurture these invaluable resources and cultivate a greener, healthier, and more resilient parish.

Bearsted Green

The Bearsted Green is the hub of the community, regular events take place, clubs, and fitness classes.the hub of the community.

• Large open space with benches and litter bins
• Cricket Pitch
• Play Area
• Notice Board
• Pond
• Bike Racks

The Elizabeth Harvie Field

• Large sports playing field.
• Benches
• Litter bin Cross Keys entrance.
• Notice Board

Throughout the year both green spaces are used for Events, clubs, and Fitness groups.

Playgrounds:

The parish council provides safe, engaging, and inclusive playgrounds for children of all ages to enjoy. Our playground initiatives focus on creating vibrant and stimulating spaces that promote physical activity, imaginative play, and social interaction. Through regular maintenance and upgrades, we ensure that our playgrounds meet the highest safety standards and remain accessible to all members of the community.

Together, we’re building bright and welcoming spaces where children can laugh, learn, and thrive.

Within Bearsted there are 2 play parks. These are located:

Bearsted Woodland Trust

Bearsted Woodland Trust (BWT) is a registered charity, which protects and maintains 26 acres of woodland and meadow between Church Landway, Roundwell and the A20 in Bearsted.

The area includes Native trees, a Trim Trail, Sand pit, Maze, and information boards with details of wildlife that can be seen. It is fully accessible for those in wheelchairs, electric scooters, and pushchairs.

For more information visit: https://www.bearstedwoodlandtrust.org/