Thirteen-hectare nature site completed near Gravesend as part of Lower Thames Crossing project
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Thirteen-hectare nature site completed near Gravesend as part of Lower Thames Crossing project

6 Jul 2026 · Originally published 6 Jul 2026 8/10 Original headline: First major nature area complete in bid to build ‘Britain’s greenest road’
A new 13-hectare habitat featuring ponds, trees, and hedgerows has been established near Thong to support local wildlife including newts, birds, and bats. By completing this space early, conservationists have time to prepare the land for the relocation of species from future construction areas, ensuring the project supports biodiversity alongside infrastructure development.
Source: Kent Online Kent
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