Dane Valley Woods is a community woodland in the heart of Margate. It is a greenspace that is run by volunteers for the benefit of both people and wildlife. Few parts of Kent have as little trees as Thanet, making a new woodland particularly good news for the area. The 13 acre site lies next to the Dane Valley Allotments, and the aim is to involve as many people as possible through practical task days, wildlife talks and walks; as well as other events all taking place at the woodland. For more information visit our events page.
Misson Statement
To engage local people and raise funds, with the aim of developing a sustainable community owned wildspace at Dane Valley Road, Margate; through developing a framework that allows everyone to participate in creating and managing their own working woodlands for enjoyment, learning, health and wildlife.
Elders
There have been some people who have been involved with Dane Valley Woods over the years who are so important that we couldn’t let them leave without honouring their contribution in some way. Thanks to their contributions and continued assistance Dane Valley Woods is a thriving community group.
Ric Edelmann – Ric gave the the group massive amounts of support through the Green Light Trust for 10 years. You can read his biography here
Sarah Dennison – she has now moved away from Thanet, but Sarah was a leading light in the group for many years.
Mark Hopkinson & Elaine Dunne – now focusing on bringing up their daughter but Mark and Elaine kept the group going through some tough times and are responsible for the rejuvenation of the group.
Kim Conway – massive enthusiasm and chair of the group in 2010/2011, Kim worked tirelessly to promote the group and its work.