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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MBC Eco Hub
August 12, 2026 10:00 am
Visit us for workshops, arts and crafts or to speak to our excellent partners to celebrate the wonderful biodiversity our borough has to offer.
Read More: MBC Eco Hub
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Repair Café & CAN Zone: Art — Saturday 5th September
September 5, 2026 10:00 am
Maidstone Repair Cafe, for repair of all your household items plus Art event.
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Lockmeadow Litter Picking – 16th August 2026- 10-11:30am
August 16, 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@gmail.com
Read More: Lockmeadow Litter Picking – 16th August 2026- 10-11:30am
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Maidstone CAN Chat – Monday 17th August
Join us for the Maidstone CAN Chat — a relaxed and welcoming space to connect, share ideas, and take action for the environment in Maidstone. Whether you are 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 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 17th August
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Save Oaken Wood Community Meeting
August 25, 2026 6:30 pm
This will be a great opportunity to ask questions, explore next steps and to be supported in navigating the consultation process and how best to respond to get our voices heard in our fight to save our precious ancient woodland! Please arrive at 6.30pm for refreshments for a prompt 7pm start.
Read More: Save Oaken Wood Community Meeting
Past Activities
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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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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
Read More: River Medway Pilgrimage comes through Maidstone — Wednesday 23rd July
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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.
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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
Read More: Lockmeadow Litter Picking – 26th July 2026- 10-11:30am
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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.
Read More: Maidstone CAN Zone – Health – Sat 4th July 2026