Building nature’s resilience.
Connecting to our land.
Connecting to our land.
Darent Valley Landscape Partnership
We’re working to build nature’s resilience and encourage the enjoyment of a beautiful landscape that has been inspiring residents and visitors for centuries. There’s so much to explore and care for in the Darent Valley.
Discover The Darent Valley
The Darent Valley
The Darent Valley is home to stunning landscapes, rich heritage and is a source of inspiration to many.
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Looking for a day out in Kent? Start planning your visit to the Darent Valley today by discovering the best ways to get around – whether that’s walking, cycling or catching the train.
Latest News
- Latest e-newsletter out now
- We’re recruiting a Countryside Manager!
- DVLPS Winter Newsletter out now!
- Winner of Oct/ Nov 2021 Darent Valley Photography Challenge!
- 28.05.21 We’re recruiting a Countryside Access Officer!
- 28.05.21 – Farm Cluster Officer sought by Kent Wildlife Trust
- 21.05.21 Welcome to our new Art & Comms Manager!
- 26.01.21 – We’re recruiting!
Lets get Social
Walk, Draw and Explore for Families![]()
Thursday 25th August 10:00 am - 1:00 pm![]()
Join artist Victoria Threlfall for a morning of looking and drawing with your family in the footsteps of Samuel Palmer. We will be sketching locations around Shoreham using fast and fun drawing techniques. Children can also take rubbings from nature and incorporate them in their artwork.![]()
All materials provided![]()
Please wear comfortable shoes as we will be walking around Shoreham![]()
This walk is open to all levels of drawing experience ![]()
We will be taking a half hour break so bring a snack and water, or we will pop to a local cafe![]()
Cost of £5 per child, adults go free. Most suitable for ages 6 and upwards![]()
This workshop is subsidised by the National Lottery Heritage Fund through the Darent Valley Landscape Partnership Scheme![]()
Meet at Filston Lane Car Park, Shoreham, TN14 7SP (free parking)![]()
Booking essential via Eventbrite:![]()
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/walk-draw-and-explore-for-families-tickets-383487771247 #NLHF #aonb #samuelPalmer #FestivaloftheLandscape #2022 #darentvalley #events
Projects
Participate in our projects
The Darent Valley and its river needs care and attention. There’s never been a more important time to get involved with a local project to help protect the places you love.
Apply to our Grants Scheme
Find out how to apply to Darent Valley grants and more information to go here
The DVLPS Lidar Portal
Find out more about the Darent Valley Lidar Portal and sign in or sign up here
