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Dry weather forces pumpkin picking fields to close
The Wonky Parsnip had some pumpkins but not enough for people to pick their own Two farms in Kent have cancelled their pick-your-own pumpkin events after dry weather hit this year's crops. Broadditch Farm in Southfleet would normally have harvested 25,000 to 30,000 pumpkins in autumn, but this year expects to have around 1,500. Farmer John Harris said the pumpkins had not got going this year because of the lack of moisture, adding: "We're suffering.
Backshall makes nature 'cool' to inspire children
Backshall makes nature 'cool' to inspire children Chrissie Reidy - in London; Tanya Gupta - South East Fri, October 2, 2026 at 9:27 a.m. UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Backshall has set out to get children interested in the natural world [BBC] Wildlife presenter Steve Backshall has told how he sets out to make nature "adventurous" and "cool" for children rather than preach to them.
Police-led running events to help women feel safer
Follow Police-led running events to help women feel safer Fri, October 2, 2026 at 12:56 AM EDT Women are being invited to take part in monthly police-led evening runs [Getty Images] Women are being invited to join a monthly evening running group in Ashford led by female police officers. The initiative, which has been organised by Kent Police's Ashford Community Safety Unit, aims to help women feel safer running after dark while creating a supportive community.
Police say lessons have been learned since Dover protest
Plans for policing future protests have been improved after demonstrations brought Dover to a standstill last month, a police chief has said. Det Ch Supt Elly Maggs, of Kent Police, said "we've listened, we've reflected and we've improved", following criticism of the force's response to protests on 5 September, which raised questions over whether police could have done more.
NHS admits 'failing families' over stillbirths
An NHS trust has apologised after an independent review found that eight babies might have survived with better maternity care, admitting it has "failed families". The stillbirths all occurred at the East Kent Hospitals NHS Trust's hospitals between June 2025 and March 2026. An independent review ordered by the trust found systemic issues lay at the heart of the failures.
Hospital hopes pressure will ease within 48 hours
People going to William Harvey Hospital may face long waits, the trust is warning [Getty Images] The chief nurse of a Kent hospital which declared a critical incident saying all its beds were occupied says it is hoped pressures will ease in the next 24 to 48 hours. East Kent Hospitals NHS declared a critical incident on Monday and warned anyone going to the William Harvey Hospital, in Ashford, to be ready for an "extremely long wait".
Public meetings to be held on disputed housing plans
Consultation meetings are being held in part of Kent after the government ordered a council to continue progressing its plan for new homes amid concerns about water supply. Three Kent MPs have called for a meeting with Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook, citing concerns over water infrastructure.
Horse lover's final wish fulfilled with pony visit
Sarah Gorrell - BBC Radio Sussex; Tanya Gupta - South East Sun, September 27, 2026 at 2:34 AM EDT 3 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Add Yahoo on Google Denise Lee was able to pet the ponies and they laid their heads on her bed [Family] A lifelong horse lover was able to spend time with two ponies in the final days of her life after a community appeal helped arrange a surprise hospice visit.
The tiger that stunned a seaside town
A tiger brought to the UK in the 19th Century caused a stir before becoming a well-known resident of a military barracks, according to a local historian. Phil Eyden has shared the story of a Bengal tiger cub called Plassey, which was brought to Dover by British soldiers. Eyden said troops adopted the cub after shooting its mother during a hunting expedition.
Urgent review after two migrant boats reach shore
Follow Urgent review after two migrant boats reach shore Daniel Sandford - UK correspondent; Simon Jones - in Dover; Tanya Gupta - South East Wed, September 23, 2026 at 10:32 AM EDT Migrants are usually brought to shore by Border Security Command or RNLI boats [PA Media] An urgent review has been ordered after two migrant boats arrived on beaches in Kent without being intercepted at sea.
Woman sets out to save van bought in memory of mum
Tanya Gupta - South East Sat, September 19, 2026 at 2:07 AM EDT 2 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Add Yahoo on Google Ribs has owned the van for decades after she bought it with her inheritance [Ribs Norman] A woman who bought a vintage van in memory of her late mother has said it was left in a worse condition following a £6,000 restoration.
Woman sets out to save van bought in memory of mum
A woman who bought a vintage van in memory of her late mother has said it was left in a worse condition following a £6,000 restoration. Ribs Norman, 54, from Folkestone, bought a 1976 Citroen 2CV with money left to her after her mother, Sylvia Norman, died from cancer aged 58. After moving to Finland, she said the vehicle ended up abandoned in a field near Herne Bay without her knowledge. She tracked it down using Google Earth.
Bridges open up woodland to roaming bison
Follow Bridges open up woodland to roaming bison Thu, September 17, 2026 at 7:33 AM EDT The bison herd has begun using the new crossings [Kent Wildlife Trust] Bridges have opened in woodland near Canterbury, doubling the area available to a herd of free-roaming European bison in Kent. The two crossings, in West Blean and Thornden Woods, allow the animals to access an additional 50 hectares of habitat, increasing their roaming area to 100 hectares.
Wildlife trust wants marina silt disposed offshore
The marina said there were limited options available for disposal sites A wildlife trust has called for a new offshore disposal site to be found for sediment dredged from Brighton Marina, saying it remains concerned about plans being explored off Newhaven. Brighton Marina has been looking for a long-term disposal site since Sussex Wildlife Trust successfully challenged a licence in 2025 for disposal of sediment at Rottingdean.
Wildlife trust wants marina silt disposed offshore
A wildlife trust has called for a new offshore disposal site to be found for sediment dredged from Brighton Marina, saying it remains concerned about plans being explored off Newhaven. Brighton Marina has been looking for a long-term disposal site since Sussex Wildlife Trust successfully challenged a licence in 2025 for disposal of sediment at Rottingdean. The marina has said dredging is needed to maintain safe access and there are limited options available for disposal sites.
Hundreds of budgerigars compete in championship
Allison Ferns - BBC Radio Surrey; Tanya Gupta - South East Sun, September 13, 2026 at 10:06 AM EDT 2 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Add Yahoo on Google More than 400 budgerigars have been entered into the championship [Getty Images] Hundreds of budgerigars and their owners have gathered in Surrey for a championship show celebrating a hobby that enthusiasts say has been passed down through generations.
RNLI rescues two after vessel sinks near harbour
Follow RNLI rescues two after vessel sinks near harbour Sun, September 13, 2026 at 9:07 AM EDT RNLI volunteers headed towards two red flares after a vessel sank [RNLI] Two mariners have been rescued after their boat sank near the entrance to Littlehampton Harbour. The Littlehampton lifeboat was called out shortly after 19:30 BST on Saturday to a 15ft (4.6m) cuddy, which was about 100m (328ft) south of the harbour entrance.
County's foodie history stretches back centuries
Baking remains part of Kent's food culture, with historic recipes such as Kentish huffkins still found [Getty Images] A man who has spent years researching the history of cooking has said some of England's oldest recipes have their roots in Kent. From oysters and apples to cherries, cob nuts and grapes, Kent's food heritage is "one of the richest areas in England", Paul Brewin said.
How a giant cockerel sculpture became a celebrity
A giant silver cockerel that stands on a roundabout overlooking passing traffic in Dorking has become one of Surrey's most recognisable landmarks. The unusual piece of public art celebrates a bird with deep roots in the town's history, a museum curator has told Secret Surrey. Kathy Atherton, from Dorking Museum, said the Dorking chicken has been associated with the town for centuries. "The Dorkings have been bred here at least since the 17th Century," she said.
County's foodie history stretches back centuries
County's foodie history stretches back centuries Steve Ladner - in Molash; Tanya Gupta - South East Sun, 13 September 2026 at 6:02 am UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Baking remains part of Kent's food culture, with historic recipes such as Kentish huffkins still found [Getty Images] A man who has spent years researching the history of cooking has said some of England's oldest recipes have their roots in Kent.
County's foodie history stretches back centuries
Steve Ladner - in Molash; Tanya Gupta - South East Sun, 13 September 2026 at 6:02 am UTC 2 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Baking remains part of Kent's food culture, with historic recipes such as Kentish huffkins still found [Getty Images] A man who has spent years researching the history of cooking has said some of England's oldest recipes have their roots in Kent.
County's foodie history stretches back centuries
A man who has spent years researching the history of cooking has said some of England's oldest recipes have their roots in Kent. From oysters and apples to cherries, cob nuts and grapes, Kent's food heritage is "one of the richest areas in England", Paul Brewin said. Brewin, who has spoken to Secret Kent about his research, found references to Jack of Dover and Kentish pudding in a manuscript dating back to 1250.
County's foodie history stretches back centuries
County's foodie history stretches back centuries Steve Ladner - in Molash; Tanya Gupta - South East Sun, September 13, 2026 at 6:02 a.m. UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Baking remains part of Kent's food culture, with historic recipes such as Kentish huffkins still found [Getty Images] A man who has spent years researching the history of cooking has said some of England's oldest recipes have their roots in Kent.
County's foodie history stretches back centuries
Steve Ladner - in Molash; Tanya Gupta - South East Sun, September 13, 2026 at 2:02 AM EDT 2 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Add Yahoo on Google Baking remains part of Kent's food culture, with historic recipes such as Kentish huffkins still found [Getty Images] A man who has spent years researching the history of cooking has said some of England's oldest recipes have their roots in Kent.
County's foodie history stretches back centuries
Baking remains part of Kent's food culture, with historic recipes such as Kentish huffkins still found A man who has spent years researching the history of cooking has said some of England's oldest recipes have their roots in Kent. From oysters and apples to cherries, cob nuts and grapes, Kent's food heritage is "one of the richest areas in England", Paul Brewin said.
Dogtember festival returns to lido for 10th year
Thousands of dogs and their owners are expected at Saltdean Lido as the annual Dogtember swimming festival returns for its 10th year. The event, described by organisers as the world's biggest dog swim festival, is expected to attract more than 16,000 dogs and owners across four weekends in September and October. The Sussex festival gives people the opportunity to swim in the heated 40m (131ft) pool with their "beloved pooches", organisers said.
Horses, walkers and cyclists join road safety ride
Horse riders, cyclists and dog walkers have taken part in a road safety awareness ride in Kent and held a one-minute silence after two cyclists died in the area. The annual Pass Wide and Slow event in Cobham has taken on added significance after Steven Anscomb, 60, and Natasha Lewis, 51, both died at the scene of a crash near Sole Street last Sunday, organiser Jemma Mardell said.
Horses, walkers and cyclists join road safety ride
Follow Horses, walkers and cyclists join road safety ride Peter Whittlesea - in Cobham; Tanya Gupta - South East Sat, September 12, 2026 at 11:09 AM EDT A police car led people taking part in the awareness ride through Cobham [BBC] Horse riders, cyclists and dog walkers have taken part in a road safety awareness ride in Kent and held a one-minute silence after two cyclists died in the area.
Dogtember festival returns to lido for 10th year
Tanya Gupta - South East Sat, September 12, 2026 at 8:48 AM EDT 1 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Add Yahoo on Google The festival is expected to attract more than 16,000 dogs and owners [PA Media] Thousands of dogs and their owners are expected at Saltdean Lido as the annual Dogtember swimming festival returns for its 10th year.
Covid impact drove campaign for new skatepark
Follow Covid impact drove campaign for new skatepark Sat, September 12, 2026 at 2:14 AM EDT Martin Elbourne said the impact of the pandemic on youngsters only emerged later [Martin Elbourne] A skatepark is opening in Surrey after a man set out to combat the effects of the Covid pandemic on young people. Martin Elbourne, 70, a retired marketing consultant, helped drive plans for the new facility at Cobham, which is set to officially open on Saturday.
Covid impact drove campaign for new skatepark
BMX riders took part in the opening jam A skatepark has opened in Surrey after a man set out to combat the effects of the Covid pandemic on young people. Martin Elbourne, 70, a retired marketing consultant, helped drive plans for the new facility at Cobham, which officially opened on Saturday. The skatepark was created following consultation with more than 200 local young people, who helped influence its design.
Last chance to view cemetery mausoleum plans
Follow Last chance to view cemetery mausoleum plans Sat, September 12, 2026 at 2:11 AM EDT Plans for new mausoleum blocks are on display at Brookwood Cemetery [Getty Images] People can still have their say on plans to build six mausoleum blocks at a cemetery in Surrey. Plans for the new community mausoleums at Brookwood Cemetery went on show at the start of the month in the North Cemetery Chapel and can be viewed until Sunday.
Last chance to view cemetery mausoleum plans
Plans for new mausoleum blocks are on display at Brookwood Cemetery People can still have their say on plans to build six mausoleum blocks at a cemetery in Surrey. Plans for the new community mausoleums at Brookwood Cemetery went on show at the start of the month in the North Cemetery Chapel and can be viewed until Sunday.
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