Romney Marsh Countryside Partnership

14/08/2026

☀️🌿 Enjoying our sites this summer? Please take extra care.

With hot, dry conditions, even the smallest source of ignition, such as ci******es, BBQs or discarded glass bottles, can quickly spark a fire with serious consequences for wildlife and habitats.

🔥 Please help us protect these special places by staying fire aware and taking your litter home.

An extreme heat warning has been issued by the Met Office, with severe wildfire conditions forecast across parts of Kent. These conditions mean that if a fire starts, it can spread rapidly, putting people, homes, wildlife and the environment at risk.

You can help reduce the risk by:
✅ Disposing of ci******es safely and never dropping them on the ground.
✅ Taking litter home with you, as glass and metal can reflect sunlight and increase the risk of fire.
✅ Avoid having barbecues and lighting bonfires. But if you do, make sure you follow all safety precautions and keep them well clear of greenery and property.

A small action can have serious consequences in these conditions. Please take extra care and help protect our communities and countryside. If you do see a fire, move to a place of safety, ring 999 and ask for the fire service, providing as much information as possible.

28/07/2026

A fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start a career in community engagement and inspire people to connect with nature!

15/06/2026

Who's ready for another WILD summer festival with White Cliffs and Romney Marsh Countryside Partnership?
We've been a little quiet on here recently, but that is because we have been working hard behind the scenes to bring to you, yet another school holiday PACKED with exciting events.

The WCCP & RMCP Summer Festival is going to be bigger and better than ever. Make sure you are following us and engaging with our posts to ensure that you are the first to know when we announce the events line-up!

11/06/2026

🌿 Join Our Team as a Trainee Ranger! 🌿
Are you passionate about the natural world? Do you want to learn the skills to help nature face the biodiversity and climate crises? Then this opportunity may be for you.

What you’ll do:
👉 Work alongside experienced rangers and volunteers as part of our highly successful traineeship programme.
👉 Carry out a wide range of practical habitat management tasks.
👉 Engage with local communities and members of the public to promote our sites and the work we do.

What we offer:
👉 Practical skills needed for a career in conservation.
👉 Certified training, including Chainsaw, Brushcutter and First Aid at Work.
👉 The opportunity to make a real difference for nature.

Start your conservation career with us! Find out more on our website 👉 https://www.whitecliffscountryside.org.uk/about-us/work-for-us-1
Tag someone who’d love this opportunity!

09/06/2026

This week is National . So much of what we do is made possible by people giving their time to support nature.

Across our sites, volunteers play a key role in caring for Kent’s natural spaces. They help manage chalk grasslands, monitor rivers, check livestock, assist with admin, support events and school visits, and bring their time and energy as part of corporate days. Young volunteers build skills and confidence as they explore opportunities in the environmental sector. Every contribution helps protect and improve the landscapes we look after.

Volunteer commitment makes a genuine, lasting difference - thank you to everyone who has given their time to support us, past and present.

You can read more about the impact of volunteering in our latest blog, written by one of our volunteers:

https://www.whitecliffscountryside.org.uk/about-us/news/volunteering-with-wccp

08/06/2026

Who remembers the nest boxes that our volunteers constructed last summer? 🔨
They were installed last winter in the Long Pits area of the Dungeness Estate to replace some old ones.

We were lucky enough to join a survey of the nest boxes recently, and as you can see, the new home in the photo has proved to be very productive for a family of Great T**s. Believe it or not, there are eleven chicks in this box, all healthy and now with a lightweight ring around their leg so that they can be monitored in the future. Other boxes revealed similar sized broods of both Great Tit and Blue Tit.

Bird box checking and ringing can only be done by a licensed surveyor and is used to monitor bird populations. Information can be gained on how long they live, how they move and where they migrate to.
Thanks to Jacob and the team at the Dungeness Bird Observatory for inviting us along. It was rewarding to see all the hard work that our volunteers put in had paid off, and great to see so many Great Tit chicks looking comfy in their new home!

Want to get involved? We have an extensive volunteer programme across all of our sites, and you can pick and choose which tasks you wish to attend.
We'll have another bird box building session happening soon! Want to find out more? Head over to our website 👉 https://www.whitecliffscountryside.org.uk/support-us/volunteer

21/05/2026

🐝 1 week to go! Come along to Romney Warren Local Nature Reserve and help us restore our Bug Hotel!

Roll up your sleeves and help us give our Bug Hotel a brand‑new makeover, then head out on a mini‑beast safari to meet the amazing creatures that will soon call it home.

Here's all the important information 👇
📆 Thursday 28 May
🕙 Turn up anytime between 10 am and 12 pm
📍 Romney Warren Local Nature Reserve, Dymchurch Road, New Romney, Kent, TN28 8AY
🅿 Parking available at The Nest, limited spaces available, please consider public transport
☕ Teas, coffees and food available at The Nest - New Romney

We'll have plenty of materials to add to the bug hotel, but you're welcome to bring your own too!
We're looking for:
- Bricks with holes
- Old bits of untreated wood
- Plant pots (no plastic, please!)
- Bamboo canes
- Sticks
- Pine cones

See you there 👋

15/05/2026

Check out our May half-term events!
We've got plenty of FREE family-friendly events on throughout the week. Be sure to save the dates in your diary and share with family and friends.

Find out more information here 👉 https://www.whitecliffscountryside.org.uk/events/whats-on
We can't wait to see you!

12/05/2026

🐞 Join Rangers Jasmine and James for a wild family adventure at Romney Warren Local Nature Reserve! 🐞
Roll up your sleeves and help us give our Bug Hotel a brand‑new makeover, then head out on a mini‑beast safari to meet the amazing creatures that will soon call it home.

🐝 Bug Hunts and Bug Homes
📍 Romney Warren Local Nature Reserve
📆 Thursday 28 May, 10 am - 12 pm
👉 FREE drop in event, turn up anytime between 10 am and 12 pm.

Our much‑loved bug hotel needs a little TLC to make sure it’s ready to house thousands of fascinating insects. With your help, we’ll create cosy hideaways that provide a safe refuge through the colder months and the perfect place for bugs to raise their families.

After building, grab your explorer tools and set off to search the reserve for bugs of all shapes and sizes. Get up close, discover who lives where, and find out why these tiny creatures are so important. Rangers Jasmine and James will be on hand to help identify your finds and share lots of fun facts along the way.

We’ll provide all the materials and guidance on how to create the bug hotel, but if you wish to bring along your own materials to contribute, we welcome that! We would be looking for:

Bricks with holes
Old bits of untreated wood
Plant pots (no plastic, please!)
Bamboo canes
Sticks
Pine cones

Make sure to cast your vote on the day on what the newly revamped bug hotel should be named!

13/04/2026

The cows are back, and 10 of them have been busy grazing on Romney Warren recently!
These conservation champions have been hard at work managing the grassland, tearing the grass with their tongues. We think they look pretty happy about their progress so far!

If you see them on your travels, be sure to give them a wave! Please also remember to keep your dogs on a lead to keep everyone safe and happy!