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Creative Nature HQ have officially moved into The Clearing.  There is plenty of opportunities to get involved.  If you have an interest in learning how to work with wood, this…

We were delighted to invite The Mayor of Bexley to the launch of our new outdoor space The Clearing.  Guests were invited to ‘have a go’ at different heritage woodland…

We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded 2024 2025 Green Flag Award. This scheme recognises and rewards well managed parks and green spaces, setting the benchmark standard…

It was a real pleasure hosting Rose Bruford final year performances at Lesnes Abbey Woods. They created a brilliant hour long immersive show in less than a month, which reflected…

Congratulations goes to the Friends of Lesnes Abbey and Woods who were nominated for two awards at the Bexley Volunteer Excellence Awards 2024, which was organised by Bexley Volunteer Centre. …

Huge thank you to all the West End (and Broadway) performers and production team, who gave their time so generously for Musicals at The Abbey event that was performed on…

Construction of our new outdoor space The Clearing is nearing completion. Built on a former goods yard, The Clearing is a unique space that includes outdoor education space with retractable…

Lesnes Christmas Celebration was a great success despite the freezing temperatures.  Huge thank you goes to CCEvents for organising and co-ordination of the event, Abbey Community Church for their beautiful…

Just over 2 years ago the Friends of Lesnes Abbey and Woods were constituted as a group. During this time, they have achieved and contributed so much to Lesnes Abbey…

We are really excited to announce that we are working with the Friends of Lesnes Abbey & Woods, who have received funding from Three Rivers to deliver the Woodland Festival…