Take a look back over the news stories we've published, charting our mission to protect and enhance our cherished green spaces.
Wednesday, June 03, 2026
On Saturday 20th June, communities around the UK will be celebrating everything that connects our communities as part of The Great Get Together weekend, and naturally that includes our shared green spaces too!
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Our multi-skilled partners from the Medway Volunteer Police Cadets once again turned out to help us spread the word about our endeavours to maintain and improve Esplanade Gardens and Churchfields.
Saturday, March 07, 2026
Our intrepid volunteers gathered once again for a multitude of activites including litter picking, sea wall plant growth management and tree canopy lopping, once again achieving a splendid amount within the two hour session.
Friday, February 20, 2026
We’re delighted to share that FoRCE has been successful in our application to the Woodland Trust’s ‘Community Tree Pack’ scheme. This means that, in November, we will receive a free supply of native hedge plants to support our ongoing Hedgerow Project.
Thursday, January 01, 2026
It's that time of year again: we're pleased to be publishing FoRCE's 2025 Annual Review! This year's review offers a close look at everything we've achieved together over the past 12 months and brings you up to date with our ambitions for 2026.
Thursday, January 01, 2026
If you're planning to make a few positive changes in 2026, FoRCE has a suggestion or two for ways that your local green spaces can help improve your physical and mental wellbeing.
Thursday, December 18, 2025
December saw the much-awaited return of the iconic ornate lights to the Esplanade following painstaking restoration work by the Rochester Bridge Trust.
Saturday, November 15, 2025
Our November volunteer activity saw us take an exciting step forward with our Hedgerow Project, as we planted the whips which will grow into our first hedgerow.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Medway Council has opened a public consultation on the first phase of improvements to Esplanade Gardens, focusing on a complete refurbishment of the children’s play area.
Monday, September 22, 2025
We held our Annual General Meeting on Tuesday 16th September at Rochester Community Hub, where it was fantastic to see such support from our members, councillors, and the Medway Greenspaces team.