Kent Archives - Dandelion Time

The Boy & The Earthworm

By Jess Kingston-Stewart Posted on January 2, 2020 Posted in Blogs

Written by Rachel Rodwell, Family Case Worker at Dandelion Time The story of a how a small creature can bring so much wonder ‘I wonder what he’s thinking…what does he feel?’ mused the young child, lying flat on his tummy, …

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Discovering Autumn Treasure

By CWJ Posted on October 18, 2019 Posted in Blogs

Written by Louise Reid Engaging the Senses when Exploring As with all seasons, we are in love with our garden, woodland and fields this Autumn— amazed at all there is to see and all that is there to engage …

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Tagged with: Ashford, Bees, Birds, Children's Charity, Climate Action, Creating a wildlife garden, Ecotherapy, Engagement, Families, Gardening, Kent, Maidstone, nurture in nature, Plants, Successful, sustainability, training, Wildlife, Working with children

Bridgepoint Football Tournament

By MM Posted on September 6, 2019 Posted in News archive

What a win – win! On a fresh, sunny September afternoon in Shepherds Bush 200 professionals left behind their trading floors, markets and city law firms to participate in the inaugural Bridgepoint Charity Football Tournament. It was a very special …

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Tagged with: Bank of America, Bridgepoint Charity Football, Children's Charity, Ecotherapy, Football, Kent, London, Mental Health, Merill Lynch, Ropes & Gray, Shepherds Bush, Tournament

Families share their experiences

By CWJ Posted on August 17, 2019 Posted in News archive

Dandelion Time’s Impact Throughout 2019, we have contacted families leaving the service to see how they are getting on, and to ask them about their experiences at Dandelion Time. We asked them what impact the service has had on them …

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Tagged with: Amazing benefits, Behaviour, Carers, Children's Charity, Family Services, Kent, Mental Health, Positive Outcomes, Superb, Therapy Services

Dandelion Time Summer Fair – June 2019

By CWJ Posted on March 6, 2019 Posted in Past events

Saturday 22 June 2019, 12-3pm Join us at Dandelion Time, in West Farleigh for our annual Fair. This wonderful event in our gardens and grounds is the perfect time to visit our charity – meet the animals – try your …

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Leah rekindles relationships

By CWJ Posted on February 13, 2019 Posted in Stories

At age 11, Leah was battling with an uncontrollable inner turmoil no child should have to bear.  When she was referred to Dandelion Time she had poor school engagement, was struggling to form friendships and drifting further into an isolated world consumed …

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Brighton Marathon 2019 Spaces Available Now!

By CWJ Posted on November 16, 2018 Posted in Past events

Following on from the great success of 2018, we have again secured places for the Brighton Marathon. The team of runners had a great time, and raised a superb amount for the work we do here at Dandelion Time. Join the …

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Wealden Literary Festival 2018

By CWJ Posted on June 6, 2018 Posted in Past events

The Wealden Literary Festival returns again for it’s third year this Summer. We are proud to be attending this year again with our stand. It’s a beautiful setting for an amazing 2 day event, on Saturday 30 June and Sunday …

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Chris Packham endorses Dandelion Time

By CWJ Posted on January 23, 2018 Posted in News archive

Dandelion Time is delighted to announce that our work is endorsed by celebrated naturalist and author Chris Packham. Chris is renowned for his fantastic work for wildlife as seen on TV (Springwatch, Autumnwatch, Winterwatch and many others) but more recently …

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Job Vacancy – Development Committee Coordinator

By VS Posted on January 23, 2018 Posted in Past events

Dandelion Time is launching a capital fundraising appeal and we require an experienced enthusiastic person to support a newly formed committee to drive and administer Dandelion Time’s ambitious project to raise £2million. The successful candidate will have excellent administrative, organisational …

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