Take a look back over the news stories we've published, charting our mission to protect and enhance our cherished green spaces.
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
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.
Sunday, September 21, 2025
Our brand-new Hedgerow Project is officially underway! During one of our regular volunteer sessions, a hardworking team of FoRCE volunteers gathered to start the first stage of the project by digging a 50-metre trench along the fence by Hathaway Court.
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Our partners at Medway Council have informed us a contractor has been selected, and a commencement date scheduled, for essential survey work to be carried out on Rochester Pier, which will hopefully pave the way for our major restoration project to continue.
Thursday, August 28, 2025
The final evening volunteer session of 2025 has been and gone, but that doesn't mean we're slowing down - find out what will be keeping us busy through the autumn and winter months!