Empowering the Maidstone community to take meaningful climate and environmental action through practical initiatives
Maidstone CAN (Climate Action Network) is a community association working to coordinate and support events and activities across Maidstone that help address local climate and environmental challenges.
Our initiatives include the Maidstone Repair Café, Maidstone West Station Adoption, community litter picking, recycling projects, all aimed at building a greener, more sustainable borough.
Upcoming Activities
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Lockmeadow Litter Picking – 26th July 2026- 10-11:30am
July 26, 2026 10:00 am
We get together regularly to keep Lockmeadow clean and tidy. Everybody is welcome to join. Everything you need to help is provided, gloves, bags, litter pickers etc. Contact us at Maidstonecanlitterpick@gmaiil.com
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Maidstone CAN Chat – Monday 20th July
Join us for Maidstone CAN Chat — a relaxed and welcoming space to connect, share ideas, and take action for the environment in Maidstone. Whether you’re part of a local group or just curious about getting involved, this is your chance to introduce projects, exchange ideas, and get advice and support from others who care. We meet from 7:00pm so you can grab food and drinks, with the discussion starting at 7:30pm in the Lockmeadow Entertainment Centre Street Food Area. Come along, get inspired, and be part of the conversation.
Read More: Maidstone CAN Chat – Monday 20th July
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River Medway Pilgrimage comes through Maidstone — Wednesday 23rd July
July 23, 2026 9:00 am
Campaigning for the protection of the Medway. https://www.formedway.org/events/river-medway-pilgrimage
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Repair Café & CAN Zone: Children & Families — Saturday 1st August
August 1, 2026 10:00 am
Maidstone Repair Cafe, for repair of all your household items plus Children and Families event.
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Past Activities
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Maidstone CAN Zone- 'Health' – alongside the Repair Cafe -Sat 4th July 2026-10-2pm
July 4, 2026 10:00 am
Come and see what Maidstone has to offer to support a healthy Maidstone.
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Maidstone Repair Cafe – Sat 4th July 2026- 10-2pm
July 4, 2026 12:00 am
Get your small household items repaired, take part in repair activities for young people, and explore the Maidstone CAN Zone exhibition — with this month’s theme: Health
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Bearsted Repair Cafe – 23rd May 2026
May 23, 2026 2:15 pm
Got something broken? Don’t bin it — bring it along to Madginford Hall! Pop along for repairs, coffee, and cake, plus a good natter while clever fixers work their magic.
Read More: Bearsted Repair Cafe – 23rd May 2026
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Maidstone's Big Day Out- Sat 13th June- 2026
June 13, 2026 9:00 am
Maidstone’s Big Day Out is a full-day celebration of coordinated events, giving residents the chance to explore and enjoy the very best of Maidstone’s natural beauty, green spaces, and community-led activities.
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Maidstone CAN Zone- 'Out Doors' – alongside the Repair Cafe -Sat 6th June 2026-10-2pm
June 6, 2026 10:00 am
Come and see what Maidstone has to offer for the Out Doors environment.
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