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Ebbsfleet Garden City winner goes global
The winner of Ebbsfleet Garden City's landscape competition has been shortlisted for another award on an international level. HALO, (Hives, Arcs, Links, Organics) was an idea for a series of
Our partners Balfour Beatty update you on Springhead Bridge
Balfour Beatty, which is building our bridge at Springhead is updating residents on progress so far. Scroll below to read what is happening, how it is protecting the environment and
Timelapse video shows progress at Springhead Bridge
See our quick timelapse video showing the progress at our Springhead Bridge site over the last 12 months. The bridge is set to open early next year and will connect
Redrow South East HQ moves to Ebbsfleet Garden City
Redrow’s leading South East division has relocated to the housebuilder’s flagship Ebbsfleet Green development. The new office, Redrow House, was officially opened by departing Redrow Chairman, Steve Morgan. The South
Our response to the A2 Bean and Ebbsfleet Junction Highways England consultation
EDC firmly supports the principle of improving the existing junctions as the provision of sufficient capacity at the A2 Bean and Ebbsfleet road junctions is essential to development of the
Ebbsfleet Garden City has talent!
See all the picture from the event here. Ebbsfleet Garden City staged a family festival which showcased talent from all ages and celebrate the area’s culture and community. Ebbsfleet
Even marathon runners need some BetterPoints motivation
We like to bring you stories from BetterPoints users who are using the app to make positive changes to their lives by earning rewards. Recently I spoke to Ian who
New drone footage shows work on Ebbsfleet Garden City bridge
Progress is continuing at Springhead Bridge as this new drone footage shows. The bridge funded by Ebbsfleet Development Corporation, will run from Springhead Park to Station Access Road, above the
Ebbsfleet Development Corporation has a new home
From today we have a new home. You can now find us at The Observatory in Eastern Quarry, where 6,250 homes across three villages as well as a wealth of leisure,
Two Ebbsfleet Garden City schemes up for awards
An Ebbsfleet Garden City primary school and an affordable housing development are in the running for two major awards. Clarion’s Unity Gardens in Castle Hill has been nominated for the
The seven major parks of Ebbsfleet Garden City
Did you know we are planning seven major parks for Ebbsfleet Garden City? You can see their locations in this drone footage. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0cnt9ph36E
Ebbsfleet Garden City’s first festival announced
Join us on Saturday February 2 for Ebbsfleet Garden City's first free festival. Fresh-tival will showcase all that's new and happening in the Garden City including the chance to sample
Big-name retailer announced for Ebbsfleet Garden City
Ebbsfleet Garden City has announced its first big-name convenience store to set up in the area. Co-op will set up in the new Castle Hill local centre which is currently
Join in the Ebbsfleet Garden City conversation with us at Bluewater
Come and visit us at Bluewater shopping centre and join in the conversation about Ebbsfleet Garden City. We’re at the Lower Guildhall next to Ted Baker until February 4 with
Our response to the Lower Thames Crossing consultation
See our response to the Lower Thames Crossing Statutory Consultation here
Explore Ebbsfleet Garden City with Google Maps
Castle Hill Ebbsfleet Green The Keepmoat site in Northfleet Embankment East Northfleet Embankment West Explore the rest of the Garden City in the red line area
Jobs created in Ebbsfleet Garden City – and more new homes to come – after schemes are approved
Up to 90 jobs are to be created in Ebbsfleet Garden City after plans to redevelop an industrial estate were approved. Ebbsfleet Development Corporation’s planning committee approved plans to demolish
Moves on Ebbsfleet Garden City’s new centre
Commercial property firm GVA has been appointed to help the Ebbsfleet Development Corporation (EDC) realise its ambitions for Ebbsfleet Central, a nine million sq ft mixed-use scheme which will act
Appointment made for £55million Ebbsfleet Garden City education hub
Lee Evans Partnership LLP, has been appointed to lead the design of a new £55 million ‘Education Hub’ at Whitecliffe, formally known as Eastern Quarry in Ebbsfleet Garden City, forHenley
PRP appointed to lead masterplan and design of homes at The Western Village in Ebbsfleet Garden City
UK architecture firm PRP has been appointed as lead architect and masterplanner on The Western Village in Ebbsfleet Garden City, by joint venture development partners, Clarion Housing Group and Countryside. Part
Countdown to Christmas prize draw with our get active app
Ebbsfleet Healthy New Town will be counting down to Christmas with a fantastic daily prize draw from 1st December when you 'Get Active' with BetterPoints. To enter the draw you
Why London City Airport wants Crossrail extended to Ebbsfleet Garden City
London City Airport’s CEO Robert Sinclair wants to extend Crossrail from Abbey Wood to Ebbsfleet in Kent and to create a station on the network at London City Airport. He
Housing Minister Kit Malthouse visits Ebbsfleet Garden City
Find out what new Housing Minister Kit Malthouse had to say when visited Ebbsfleet Garden City.
Almost 500 new homes approved for Ebbsfleet Garden City
Plans were approved for almost 500 homes in Ebbsfleet Garden City. Ebbsfleet Development Corporation’s planning committee gave approval to Taylor Wimpey to build 332 homes and housing association Clarion to
Garden City’s primary school and community centre could be Kent’s best buildings
Ebbsfleet Garden City's first school has been named one of the best buildings in Kent. Cherry Orchard Primary School and the Castle Hill Community Centre are in a shortlist of
Bridge builders give a little help to green garden scheme
The company working on a brand new bridge for Ebbsfleet Garden City has donated eight tonnes of soil for a new community garden. The Enchanted Garden is being created by
Winner of Ebbsfleet Garden City landscape challenge is announced
A series of man-made islands like the iconic Palm in Dubai could be created in the UK’s first Garden City in 100 years. A huge lake in Ebbsfleet Garden City
A great Ebbsfleet Garden City challenge for families over the school holidays
Between 1st August and 5th September take a stroll with your children with the BetterPoints app and find lots of virtual treasure to win some fantastic prizes. To join in the
See how our new bridge is taking shape in Ebbsfleet Garden City
Work is continuing on Ebbsfleet Garden City’s new bridge at Springhead Park. Watch this fascinating drone video to see how things are starting to take shape. To see the full
Get ready for another Ebbsfleet Garden City walk
Ebbsfleet Garden City’s Healthy New Towns project is organising another walk to help people discover more of the area. The walk is open to people who signed up to the
70 for 70 to mark 70 years of NHS in Ebbsfleet Garden City
Up to 70 charities are to benefit to mark 70 years of the NHS in Ebbsfleet Garden City. The Garden City is one of ten NHS-designated Healthy New Towns and
See the latest work taking place at Springhead Bridge
Take a look at the latest work going on at Springhead Bridge. This huge sheet piling work helps lay the foundations for the bridge.
Look at these stunning ideas for a healthy Ebbsfleet Garden City
In March an international design competition was launched by the Ebbsfleet Development Corporation and the NHS to find the best creative and inspiring ideas to help shape the
Crossrail and medical campus for Ebbsfleet Garden City are priorities in report
The Thames Estuary 2050 Growth Commission has published its report which sets out an ambitious vision and delivery plan for north Kent, south Essex and east London up to 2050. .
We want to talk gardening with you
Join us and Gravesham Council to talk about improvements to the Wallis Park area. Details below.
172 homes approved for Ebbsfleet Garden City
A further 172 homes were tonight approved for Ebbsfleet Garden City. Countryside was given approval for the homes in the final phase of its scheme at Springhead Park, bringing the
New pictures of bridge work in Ebbsfleet Garden City
These pictures show how work is progressing at our new Springhead Bridge site in Ebbsfleet Garden City. The bridge will link Springhead Park to Ebbsfleet
Public invited to have their say on plans for new riverside quarter near Ebbsfleet United
The public will be asked what it thinks about plans to create a new riverside quarter near Ebbsfleet United football club. Ebbsfleet Development Corporation is looking at redeveloping the Grove
Get yourself active in Ebbsfleet Garden City this week
The first Ebbsfleet Garden City fun run takes places this weekend and it's easy to get involved. And if you take part in the fun run, which is part of
It’s National Bike Week in Ebbsfleet Garden City
We want to set you a cycling challenge during National Bike week. From Sat 9th June - Sun 17th June you can earn an extra 5 BetterPoints per minute for every cycle you do
Bloomin’ great Chelsea Flower Show plants arrive in Ebbsfleet Garden City
Schools and businesses have been given 250 plants from the Chelsea Flower Show to help bring more colour to Ebbsfleet Garden City. The plants have been distributed around
Whitstable Biennale comes to Ebbsfleet Garden City
See the pictures from this week when Whitstable Biennale visited Ebbsfleet Garden City and read about what happened here below. https://www.whitstablebiennale.com/project/a-dotted-line-across-the-map/ https://www.whitstablebiennale.com/project/i-hear-horses/
See the real stories of the residents who love Ebbsfleet Garden City
Why I love Ebbsfleet Garden City Here's a selection of new residents telling us why they love living in Ebbsfleet Garden City and how they're looking forward to an exciting
Help us look at future of housing for the +50s in Ebbsfleet Garden City
The Ebbsfleet Garden City Healthy New Towns project wants to ensure that all people are well catered for by making sure there is a range of housing types and tenures
Ebbsfleet Garden City’s new app has a big winner
Congratulations to Natasha B from Ebbsfleet Garden City, who has won 50,000 BetterPoints in our recent prize draw for our new app. She has given £50 to Parkinson's UK for
See Ebbsfleet Garden City from the air like never before
Take a look at this stunning drone footage and see Ebbsfleet Garden City like never before from the air. Our video shows the new communities that have been formed in
Edible garden launched in Greenhithe
A new edible garden is set to grow in the grounds of St. Mary, Greenhithe, with construction of its first raised bed marking the project’s launch this week. The project
Why I love Ebbsfleet Garden City
Castle Hill resident Christian Terry talks about his move to Ebbsfleet Garden City and why he and his family love living here.
Ebbsfleet Garden City three years on
By Ian Piper, Chief Executive, Ebbsfleet Development Corporation It’s been three years since the Ebbsfleet Development Corporation was set up and when people ask what’s happened in that time it’s
A further 205 homes approved for Redrow in Ebbsfleet Garden City
Planning permission was given tonight for a further 205 homes in Ebbsfleet Garden City. The third phase of Redrow’s Ebbsfleet Green site will see a selection of two, three and
Refer a friend to our new app and get more points for your vouchers
Between now and the end of May why not challenge 5 of your friends and family to join Get Active in Ebbsfleet and you will get 250 BetterPoints each. This means
2,600 homes announced in huge land deal at Ebbsfleet Garden City
Sales of serviced land parcels for nearly 3,000 homes have been agreed with 2,600 homes to be constructed by Countryside Properties and Clarion Housing Group, and the balance to housebuilder
First Ebbsfleet Garden City walking and cycling route complete
The first of Ebbsfleet Garden City's new and upgraded walking and cycling routes has been completed, giving residents in Northfleet a new walk down to the River
New bridge works under way in Ebbsfleet Garden City
Groundworks are continuing to prepare the way for a new bridge which will link residents from Springhead Park to Ebbsfleet International. New pictures shows detailed ground investigations taking place in
More support for Crossrail extension to Ebbsfleet Garden City
A report calling for the Elizabeth line (Crossrail) to be extended from Abbey Wood to Ebbsfleet (C2E) has been presented to the Thames Estuary Growth Commission. The early plans for
We’ve bought a house in Ebbsfleet Garden City and we’re only in our early 20s
THERE’S some disparity in the average age of a first-time buyer, depending on which housing market report you read. UK Finance says it’s 30, Halifax puts it at 31 and
Two weeks left on public consultation for A2 improvements
Highways England statutory public consultation on the proposed A2 Bean and Ebbsfleet Junction improvements scheme launched on Wednesday 21 February. There is just 2 weeks to go until the consultation
Ebbsfleet Garden City residents can now be rewarded for keeping fit
People living in Ebbsfleet Garden City and the surrounding area are now able to earn rewards for keeping active in an NHS-backed project. Ebbsfleet Garden City Healthy New Towns
Is this the future for bus services in Ebbsfleet Garden City?
Kent County Council has secured a seven-week electric bus trial for the county, only the second local authority to do so in the UK. Working with Volvo and ABB, a
Highways England release video fly-through of Lower Thames Crossing
Drivers can experience what their journey through Britain’s second longest road tunnel will be like once it opens in 2027 following the release of a video by Highways England .
Getting into a healthier frame of mind in Ebbsfleet Garden City
Imagine a place where you can pick free strawberries and tomatoes as you leave the station from your commute home each evening. Where you meet fellow residents to jog along
Couple get their first property in Ebbsfleet Garden City thanks to shared ownership with Clarion
Zoe and Daniel struggled to believe they would ever get on the property ladder. Now they are living their dream after getting a shared ownership home in Ebbsfleet Garden City
Medway pupils swap the classroom for an Ebbsfleet Garden City construction site
Year 10 pupils from Medway University Technical College (UTC) visited Ebbsfleet Green where Redrow is delivering up to 900 new homes as part of Ebbsfleet Garden City. The group of
Could you help design the UK’s next Garden City in Ebbsfleet?
An international design competition has been launched to capture ideas that could shape the future of Ebbsfleet Garden City. The Landscape Challenge by Ebbsfleet Garden City’s Healthy New Towns
Ebbsfleet Garden City is hot property
Ebbsfleet Garden City has been rated as one of the best property hotspots outside London. Totally Money looked at average house price, length of commute time into London by train,
Ebbsfleet Garden City part of Government delegation to world property show
Ebbsfleet Garden City will be part of a Government delegation promoting UK investment opportunities at the world’s biggest property event. The Department for International Trade (DIT) is leading the Government’s
Engineer Joe Baldwin steps onto the property ladder at Ebbsfleet Garden City
Joe Baldwin, 25, is moving into a brand new two-bedroom apartment at Ebbsfleet Green, part of Ebbsfleet Garden City, where Redrow is delivering new homes and community facilities. Joe started
See how Ebbsfleet Garden City will grow until 2035
This video shows how Ebbsfleet Garden City will develop up until 2035 - watch the new homes and infrastructure go in, in less than 30 seconds.
Why I love Ebbsfleet Garden City by a new resident
Trishna Jethwa has moved to Redrow's development at Ebbsfleet Green in Ebbsfleet Garden City. Here she tells us how she has found a perfect work/life balance here.
Continue to have your say on A2 improvements at Ebbsfleet Garden City
A second statutory public consultation starts this week on proposed improvements to the A2 at Ebbsfleet and Bean. Highways England will hold a series of public exhibitions between Wednesday 21
NHS urges developers to follow the Ebbsfleet Garden City example
NHS England has called on the country’s top housing developers to help spread new ideas for healthy living that have come from its Healthy New Towns programme, such as urban
Affordable, quality homes in Ebbsfleet Garden City
Affordable housing provider Moat has one and two bedroom apartments in Ebbsfleet Garden City with shares in your new property starting at £81,000. Details here
New waterside apartments in Ebbsfleet Garden City to launch
Watch the video for how these new waterside apartments will look in Ebbsfleet Garden City. They're launching this autumn.
Why I love Ebbsfleet Garden City
Watch Ebbsfleet Garden City resident Craig Young tell of his move to the area and why it is now home for him and his family.
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Ebbsfleet Garden City to lead way in cutting edge design of new homes
Ebbsfleet Garden City will lead the way in the production of modern new homes after plans for a state-of-the-art factory which will make up to 1,000 properties a year were
Veteran footballers move into the digital age
A group of veteran football players have moved into the digital age – and now every kick of the ball will be monitored to record their fitness levels. Ebbsfleet United’s
Shared ownership gives first-time buyers a home in Ebbsfleet Garden City
Zoe Appleton, 22, and Daniel Duck, 24, found themselves locked out of the market, when they were told by a mortgage advisor that they wouldn’t be able to afford a
Huge Ebbsfleet Garden City scheme for 6,250 homes is given the go-ahead
Major plans for the largest part of Ebbsfleet Garden City which include 6,250 homes, a market centre, education campus and an urban park were approved. The proposed development for Eastern Quarry
The case for extending Crossrail to Ebbsfleet Garden City is a priority
Assessing the case for a Crossrail extension to Ebbsfleet Garden City will be a priority of the Thames Estuary 2050 Growth Commission. Sir John Armitt, who was announced as the
Ebbsfleet Garden City awards cash to gardens project
A group which has transformed a former derelict area into a tranquil community garden has received a grant to help finish creating a second space. No Walls Gardens, a local
New board member for Ebbsfleet Garden City
Ebbsfleet Development Corporation's board has appointed a new member. Sandra Fryer is a planning and regeneration director who has worked mainly in the public sector. In 2005, after many years
Ebbsfleet Garden City’s Nicola to head construction guild
Ebbsfleet Development Corporation's Nicola Coppen has been appointed chairwoman of the Kent and Medway Construction Guild. Nicola is the Utilities Project Manager with us and will bring a wealth of
120 people discuss the future of health in Ebbsfleet Garden City
More than 120 health professionals and community representatives came together to help develop a vision for primary health care in Ebbsfleet Garden City. Building on best practice from across the
Sir John visits Ebbsfleet Garden City
Sir John Armitt paid a visit to Ebbsfleet Garden City shortly after it was announced in the budget that he was the new chairman of Thames Estuary 2050 Growth Commission.
Ebbsfleet Garden City school to hold Christmas Fair
The Parents and Teachers Association and school staff team at the new Cherry Orchard Academy have come together with the local community to organise a Community Christmas Fair on 1
Groundworks under way for new Ebbsfleet Garden City bridge
Groundworks are well under way to prepare the way for a new bridge which will link residents from Springhead Park to Ebbsfleet International. This picture shows detailed ground investigations taking
Work starts on new and improved walking and cycling routes for Ebbsfleet Garden City
Work has started on the first phase of planned new cycling and walking routes for Ebbsfleet Garden City. A series of improvements is being carried out around Northfleet, the first
Ebbsfleet Garden City’s second primary school will open next year after approval given
Ebbsfleet Garden City is to get its second primary after plans were approved for a 420-pupil school. Hope Community School will be run by the New Generation Schools Trust at
Ebbsfleet Garden City helps Kent’s economic success
Kent has some of the most exciting economic growth prospects thanks to Ebbsfleet Garden City, the annual Kent Property Market Report, said today. Developments such as the Garden City which
Work can start soon on new village centre in Ebbsfleet Garden City
Work can soon start on a new village centre for Castle Hill after an agreement was signed following a successful planning application. Plans were approved for 56 new homes and
Ebbsfleet Garden City already setting a good example
Ebbsfleet Garden City and our Healthy New Towns projct have been used as an example of good practice in the Town and Country Planning Association's publication Planning for Green and
Ebbsfleet Garden City Enterprise Zone is good news for business
A multi-site enterprise zone in North Kent, set to be the most diverse business development established in the county in recent years, will make its debut at MIPIM in London
New riverfront development with 600 homes and primary school approved for Ebbsfleet Garden City
Nearly 600 new homes and a new primary school in a brand new waterfront development were approved by planners in Ebbsfleet Garden City tonight. Keepmoat Homes was given approval for
Ebbsfleet Garden City has its 700th home
The 700th home at Ebbsfleet Garden City has been completed. Ebbsfleet Development Corporation said there are now 703 properties complete, including 102 at Redrow’s Ebbsfleet Green site and 334 by
Ebbsfleet Garden City marks new primary school opening with fun day
Ebbsfleet Garden City's first primary school which has just opened will be celebrated with a special fun day. Every one is welcome to come along to mark the opening of
Read how Ebbsfleet Garden City now leads the field in delivery of homes and infrastructure
Ebbsfleet Garden City is now a national leader when it comes to delivery of homes and infrastructure. Read the full article at http://www.egi.co.uk/
Ebbsfleet Garden City’s first pub opens
Ebbsfleet Garden City’s first pub opens its doors today (September 4) The 220-cover Marston's pub, called Spring River, is on Redrow’s 950-home development which is currently under construction, just off
Ebbsfleet Garden City’s first school is open
The very first new school in Ebbsfleet Garden City has opened its doors to its first pupils. Cherry Orchard Primary in Castle Hill will eventually have 420 pupils but the
Ebbsfleet Development Corporation invests £45million in A2 improvements
Ebbsfleet Development Corporation has announced it is to invest £45million to improve the A2 and guarantee delivery of the vital project for North Kent. The development corporation responsible for the
250 homes and new village centre approved for Ebbsfleet Garden City
Another 250 new homes were approved for Ebbsfleet Garden City tonight including a new village centre with a local supermarket. Plans were approved for schemes across the Garden City including
Tributes paid to former Ebbsfleet Garden City board member
Tributes are being paid to former Ebbsfleet Garden City board member and Gravesham Council leader John Cubuitt, who has died after an illness. Paul Spooner, Interim Chief Executive of Ebbsfleet
New drone footage shows pace of development in Ebbsfleet Garden City
New drone footage shows how Ebbsfleet Garden City is rapidly developing. The film was captured by www.DroneMediaImaging.co.uk for a forthcoming BBC show Compare this to footage that was captured more
Ebbsfleet Garden City fun in the park
Don't miss out on some summer fun in Ebbsfleet Garden City this August. Details here.
See Ebbsfleet Garden City from the Thames on four day trial of Clipper at Gravesend
From Monday 11 September to Thursday 14 September MBNA Thames Clippers will be bringing its 220-capacity vessel to Gravesend to offer journeys direct into central London. For the free trial,
Opening date for new Ebbsfleet Garden City pub
Ebbsfleet Garden City's first pub, the Spring River, opens its doors next month. The Marston's pub opens at 11.30am on September 4, just months after it was given permission by
Couple invest in their future with a new home in Ebbsfleet Garden City
IT will only be their home for a short time, but buying a property at Ebbsfleet Garden City is a long term investment for Sheila and Jim Briggs. The couple,
New Ebbsfleet Garden City path opens to residents halving time to station
A new footpath which will halve the time it takes residents to walk from part of Ebbsfleet Garden City to the Ebbsfleet International Station has been opened. The path between
Future of electricity supplied to Ebbsfleet Garden City secured in £30million deal
Ebbsfleet Development Corporation will invest £30million in the provision of new electricity sub stations and connections in order to ensure the supply for up to 15,000 homes and a new
Proposed new Ebbsfleet Garden City primary school has open day
Proposals for a new Ebbsfleet Garden City primary school at Springhead Park are going on public display. The new primary school design will be shown at an informal drop-in exhibition where you
Get fit and healthy in Ebbsfleet Garden City
Want some ideas on how to lose a few calories in Ebbsfleet Garden City? Here's a couple - plus look at our map of walking and cycling routes.
Ebbsfleet Garden City is the property hotspot to watch
The commuter spot to watch:15,000-home Ebbsfleet Garden City development offers super-fast commutes with 17-minute train service to central London. The North Kent town is attracting commuters with its affordable housing
Up to 100 people to be monitored for fitness levels in Ebbsfleet Garden City project
Up to 100 Ebbsfleet Garden City residents are to have their fitness levels monitored in an innovative health technology project. Data from digital fitness monitors worn by volunteers will be
Ebbsfleet Garden City’s Louise Hardy honoured at awards ceremony
Ebbsfleet Development Corporation board member Louise Hardy has been honoured at a prestigious awards ceremony. Louise won First Woman of the Built Environment and joined the leading lights behind a
Students get a taste of Ebbsfleet Garden City with Dame Kelly Holmes
An Ebbsfleet Garden City day was held at Ebbsfleet Academy – and there was even an appearance from Dame Kelly Holmes. The day consisted of workshops with students in years
New Information Centre opens in Ebbsfleet Garden City
A stunning 3D model showing Ebbsfleet Garden City in its entirety is the centrepiece of a brand new visitor information centre opening today. Based on the main concourse at Ebbsfleet
Ebbslfeet Garden City reaction to today’s Swanscombe Peninsula theme park announcemen
Statement from Ebbsfleet Development Corporation following today's theme park announcement from LRCH. Paul Spooner, Interim Chief Executive of Ebbsfleet Development Corporation, said: “Over the last year we have worked closely
Get fit and a free Fitbit in Ebbsfleet Garden City project
Ebbsfleet Garden City's Healthy New Towns programme is launching a new project - and you could get a brand new Fitbit. What is a Healthy New Town? Click here
John Lewis styles new Ebbsfleet Garden City show home
An impressive show home, styled by John Lewis’ Home Design Service, has opened at Countryside’s Springhead Park development in Ebbsfleet Garden City. One of two show homes offering prospective purchasers
Ebbsfleet Garden City calls for clear plans on future of passenger rail demand
Ebbsfleet Development Corporation is calling for clear plans to be drawn up to cater for increased passenger demand from Ebbsfleet International to central London. The corporation says as Ebbsfleet Garden
Multiple house builders and strong sales in Ebbsfleet Garden City
Planning Resource magazine reports on the progress being made in Ebbsfleet Garden CIty. As the government plans more Garden City towns and villages, experts have looked at Ebbsfleet as an
See the new Ebbsfleet Garden City Information Centre – opening June 21
How would you like to see a 3D model of Ebbsfleet Garden City in its entirety? Or use an interactive screen to get all the latest developments happening in the
Be a part of Ebbsfleet Garden City
If you are a business in Ebbsfleet Garden City and want to use our new logo you can get in touch. The logo is already being adopted by our major
Plans approved for 138 new homes in Ebbsfleet Garden City
Taylor Wimpey has been given approval to build 138 lakeside homes in Ebbsfleet Garden City. Ebbsfleet Development Corporation’s Planning Committee gave approval for the scheme in the first of three
Approval given to major Ebbsfleet Garden City employment scheme
Plans for a new employment scheme have been given the go-ahead in Ebbsfleet Garden City. The proposed development in Northfleet East is a potential joint venture between Ebbsfleet Development Corporation
Programme will ensure smooth delivery of Ebbsfleet Garden City
Ebbsfleet Development Corporation has launched a programme with 40 partners that brings together all parties in Ebbsfleet Garden City to ensure a smooth delivery of housing and infrastructure. The Single
Open morning at Ebbsfleet Garden City’s new primary school
An open morning is to be held at Ebbsfleet Garden City's first primary school, Cherry Orchard, details below
How do you get around Ebbsfleet Garden City?
We want to hear your views on getting around Ebbsfleet Garden City on foot and by bicycle. We're holding an open event on May 9 to find out what you
Public exhibition on plans for homes in Ebbsfleet Garden City
A public exhibition is being held to discuss plans for 220 new homes between Ebbsfleet Garden City and Ingress Park. Find out all about the plans ahead of an outline
Approval given to major Bluewater expansion
Bluewater Shopping Centre is set to undergo a major redevelopment that will bring more than 2,000 jobs with it. Planning permission was granted to extend the West village section of
Approval given for 233 new homes in Ebbsfleet Garden City
Planners have approved a further 233 homes on two sites in Ebbsfleet Garden City, 97 of which will be affordable. Redrow’s latest plans will see further expansion at Ebbsfleet Green
Ebbsfleet Garden City reacts to Lower Thames Crossing announcement
Transport Secretary Chris Grayling has today (12 April 2017) announced the preferred route for a new Lower Thames Crossing that could create more than 6,000 jobs and boost the economy
Ebbsfleet Garden City exceeding expectation as hundreds of homes are built
More than 600 homes have been started in Ebbsfleet Garden City in the last year, new figures show today. Ebbsfleet Development Corporation (EDC), which was set up to help speed
Ebbsfleet Garden City Enterprise Zone is open for business
The North Kent Enterprise Zone, which includes Ebbsfleet Garden City has gone live, bringing with it financial incentives for those businesses that make it their home. One of 12 new Enterprise
Ebbsfleet Garden City’s first pub is well under way
Take a look at Ebbsfleet Garden City's first ever pub which has already started to spring up out of the ground. Marstons is building the 220-cover pub and 104-bedroom hotel at
Ebbsfleet Garden City and the future of rail services in Kent
Ebbsfleet Garden City has hosted a rail summit looking at the future of rail services here and across Kent. Major players from the rail industry including the Department for Transport, Network
Take a look at Ebbsfleet Garden City’s first primary school
The construction of the steel frame is now complete following extensive work at the beginning of the year and Ebbsfleet Garden City's first new primary school will open in September. Get
First 15 shared ownership homes released in Ebbsfleet Garden City
The first tranche of homes to be released at a new-build scheme in Ebbsfleet Garden City were snapped up within just hours of being launched. On Sunday (19th March)
Could Crossrail come to Ebbsfleet Garden City?
Network Rail's newly published draft Kent Route Study sets out the strategic vision for the future of the railway lines between Kent and London over the next 30 years. It
Highways England reports on future of roads around Ebbsfleet Garden City
The modernisation of England’s motorways and major A roads, also known as the strategic road network (SRN), is making a vital contribution to economic wellbeing and growth. This Route Strategy
Redrow celebrates successful six months at Ebbsfleet Garden City
Six months after the show home opened more than 60 homes have been sold at Ebbsfleet Green part of the flagship Ebbsfleet Garden City project. To date 30 Abode style homes,
Resort application to be submitted in November and approved by summer 2019 says new chief executive Humphrey Percy
The Government will decide whether a Paramount entertainment resort in Kent will be given the go-ahead by the summer of 2019 and it will open by 2022, according to developers.
Reshuffle at the top and new momentum for Entertainment Resort in North Kent
British company London Resort Company Holdings (LRCH) and its parent Kuwaiti European Holding Group (KEH) are pleased to announce senior appointments that will help to drive forward the plans for
Ebbsfleet Garden City reiterates support for Lower Thames Crossing Option C
Click here to see a letter sent by the Interim Chief Executive of the Ebbsfleet Development Corporation to the Secretary of State for Transport reiterating support for a Lower Thames
Open afternoon at Ebbsfleet Garden City’s first primary school
Ebbsfleet Garden City's first primary school is to hold an open afternoon. You'll be able to get all the answers you need from staff about Cherry Orchard, which will open
Ebbsfleet Garden City and Starter Homes – what does it mean for you?
Ebbsfleet Development Corporation will spearhead the Government' Starter Home Project - but what could that mean for you? These Frequently Asked Questions may help: Do I qualify for the Starter
Watch a video of how Ebbsfleet Garden City’s first primary school will look
Cherry Orchard will be the Garden City's first primary school and will open for its first intake of 420-pupils this September. Watch this video to see how the school, at
Ebbsfleet Garden City residents to get new path to station
A new footpath will halve the time it takes residents to walk from part of Ebbsfleet Garden City to the International Station. Work has started on opening up the direct
MPs see pace of development in Ebbsfleet Garden City
TWO MPs saw how Ebbsfleet Garden City is rapidly becoming the place for new aspiring home owners to settle and saw the pace at which the area is growing. Dartford
First time buyers flocking to Ebbsfleet Garden City
From Redrow MORE than 90% of purchasers of new Redrow homes at Ebbsfleet Green are first time buyers priced out of the London market. Ideally situated less than 20
Ebbsfleet Garden City has a winning location
Ebbsfleet Garden City's combination of good road and rail links, nearby countryside and access to the sea appears to be a winning combination. Its high-speed trains take commuters to London’s
Your views needed on A2 improvements at Ebbsfleet Garden City
https://youtu.be/0avhIZN302Q Taken from the Highways England website Overview The A2 Bean and Ebbsfleet junctions are situated on the A2 trunk road, approximately 1.2 miles apart (2km) within north Kent.
532 homes approved, jobs to be created and Ebbsfleet Garden City to get its first pub and hotel
A former cement works is to be transformed with up to 532 new homes in Ebbsfleet Garden City. The plans, approved tonight (Wednesday), will also include a new neighbourhood centre,
Public exhibition held on proposals for £35million employment scheme in Ebbsfleet Garden City
A PUBLIC exhibition was held on January 17 to gather feedback on the possible proposals of the Northfleet Embankment East Commercial Development Scheme. Ebbsfleet Development Corporation (EDC) and Gravesham Borough Council are
A2 improvement plans on display
Highways England carried out a series of public information events on its A2 Bean and Ebbsfleet Junction improvement plan. In line with the Department for Transport’s ‘Road Investment Strategy for the
Plans for creation of 690 jobs in £35million proposal for Ebbsfleet Garden City
A PUBLIC exhibition is being held on Tuesday (17 January) to gather feedback on the possible proposals of the Northfleet Embankment East Commercial Development Scheme. Ebbsfleet Development Corporation (EDC) and Gravesham
Ebbsfleet Garden City to spearhead starter homes scheme
Ebbsfleet Garden City is one of 30 areas which will spearhead a £1.2billion scheme to see discounted starter homes built for young, first-time buyers. Up to 635 starter homes could
Plans to link Ebbsfleet Garden City with Bluewater by tunnel
The developers of a new garden city plan to use tunnels through chalk cliffs to link a shopping centre with thousands of homes, says Kent Online. Shoppers will be able
Much to look forward to in 2017 for Ebbsfleet Garden City
2016 has seen Ebbsfleet Garden City take significant strides as the country's first new garden city for more than a hundred years. Housing developers are building more than 500 homes
Rotary club changes name to incorporate Ebbsfleet Garden City
Northfleet's Rotary Club is now known as the Rotary Club of Northfleet with Ebbsfleet Garden City. It is a further endorsement and recognition by the local community of the work being
Ebbsfleet Garden City Christmas Fayre
Don't miss the Ebbsfleet Garden City Christmas Fayre on December 18. There'll be plenty of fun for all the family, including a Castle Hill version of Bake Off! The
Ebbsfleet Garden City tops list for good value family homes close to London
The average UK commuter spends about 50 minutes getting to work. Taken over a week this means they spend more than eight hours stuck on a train, Tube or bus,
Eastern Quarry planning application event
The developers of Eastern Quarry are preparing to submit a planning application to make what are known as ‘minor material amendments’ to the existing planning permission for the whole site. The proposals involve alterations to the
Plans for major upgrades to A2 at Ebbsfleet Garden City are to go on public display
Highways England will start a public consultation on its plans for improvements to the A2 at Ebbsfleet Garden City in January. Seven schemes, part of the Government’s £15bn investment in
Open morning for Ebbsfleet Garden City’s first primary school
Ebbsfleet Garden City's very first primary school is holding an open morning. Come and see the building plans and designs for the Academy. Find out about the curriculum, uniform, extended
What do you think of living in Ebbsfleet Garden City?
We are carrying out a survey to find out what Ebbsfleet Garden City residents think about where they live. Our Quality of Life study and a resident satisfaction survey will
Join the Ebbsfleet Garden City coffee mornings
A series of coffee morning are being held for Ebbsfleet Garden City residents at Castle Hill. They'll run every Friday through November and on 16 December.
Ebbsfleet Garden City in a strong place in 2016, say the experts
Our new commercial centre, new jobs and and how we are speeding up the delivery of up to 15,000 new homes are highlighted in this year's Kent Property Market Report
County well placed to survive Brexit uncertainty, says Kent Property Market Report 2016
Kent’s commercial property market has evolved significantly over recent years reaching a critical mass that leaves it well placed to weather the uncertainty over the UK’s future relationship with Europe,
Two new Ebbsfleet Garden City marketing suites now open
Two new marketing suites have opened in Ebbsfleet Garden City this week as the pace of development continues in the area. Countryside has opened its marketing suite on the corner
New bridge and improved walking routes in £3.4million package for Ebbsfleet Garden City
Ebbsfleet Garden City is to get a new bridge and improved walkways as part of a package of improvements to connect local communities. £3.4 million will be spent over the
Only one Ebbsfleet Garden City Open Day left – don’t miss it!
Don’t miss our final Garden City Open Day where we’ll show you the exciting changes Ebbsfleet can expect over the coming years. Take a look at our plans for the future,
Don’t miss final two Ebbsfleet Garden City Open Days
Don’t miss our next Garden City Open Days where we’ll show you the exciting changes Ebbsfleet can expect over the coming years. Take a look at our plans for the
Future of Ebbsfleet Garden City revealed with new commercial centre and city parks
A major new commercial centre, improved public transport and seven city parks are just some of the exciting developments unveiled today for Ebbsfleet Garden City. The Ebbsfleet
Join our Garden City Open Days
We want to tell you about the future of the Garden City and we're taking our vision on the road. Come and join us at any one of our events throughout October,
New Redrow HQ comes to Ebbsfleet Garden City
Redrow Homes has secured planning consent to build a brand new headquarters for its South East division at the flagship Ebbsfleet Garden City in Kent. Approval of proposals for the two
Launch for Ebbsfleet Garden City magazine
The first issue of Ebbsfleet Garden City magazine will be launched at Minerva House on Montague Close on 22 September. The event, hosted at the Winckworth Sherwood offices from 5-7pm,
Get to know your Garden City neighbours
Don't miss out on the chance to get to know your Garden City neighbours - over a glass of Pimms. Fun for all the family as well with face painting
Plans for up to 700 new homes in the Garden City
Keepmoat, which is planning to build up to 700 new homes in the Garden City, wants to hear your views on the development. To see the plans click here To
Ebbsfleet Garden City apartments go on sale
Home buyers will have their first chance to buy apartments on a new development at Castle Hill in Ebbsfleet next month. Barratt Homes began construction work on the 112 homes
Seeing real progress in Ebbsfleet Garden City
Ebbsfleet Development Corporation's Board took a tour of the Garden City to see the latest progress being made. They met with developers and saw sites around the Garden City including:
Don’t miss out on Garden City Summer Play in the Park
Here's a great chance to fill some time during the summer holidays on August 25 with a play in the park at Castle Hill.
New Housing Minister sees pace of Ebbsfleet Garden City progress
New Housing Minister Gavin Barwell MP today saw the huge progress being made in Ebbsfleet Garden City during a tour of the area. The Minister for Housing, Planning and London,
Don’t miss the Garden City’s Olympic Fair
Forget Rio! There's going to be an Olympic Fair in the Garden City! Do't miss out - promises to be fun for all the family.
Send us your Garden City pictures
We want to see your pictures from the Garden City. Have you been out and about and captured something interesting? Or have you been to an event? Whatever the picture,
Thames Estuary growth plan welcomed by Garden City
The launch of a Thames Estuary growth plan, to boost productivity, attract and retain skilled workers and capitalise on major infrastructure works was today welcomed by Ebbsfleet Garden City bosses.
Watch – Chief Executive on exciting times ahead for Garden City
Ebbsfleet Development Corporation Interim Chief Executive Paul Spooner spoke at the Kent Invicta Chamber B2B event at Buckmore Park, Chatham. Watch the video here.
New £12million bridge for Ebbsfleet Garden City
Ebbsfleet Garden City will have a new £12million bridge which will link residents with the International Station. The bridge will run from Springhead Park to Station Access Road, above the
Home building continues at pace in the Garden City
It’s business as usual – that’s the message from house builders in the Garden City following last week’s referendum result. A meeting between Ebbsfleet Development Corporation, land owners and those
Planners discuss Garden City design
Ebbsfleet Development Corporation's planning team and its planning committee has held its first Garden City design workshop. The team and the committee looked at examples of good and bad design
Bluewater expansion plans revealed
Plans for the expansion of Bluewater have been revealed - see the newsletter here.
Garden City’s Louise Hardy in Top 50 Women in Engineering list
Ebbsfleet Garden City’s Louise Hardy has been named in the Top 50 Women In Engineering list. Louise, who is a member of the Ebbsfleet Development Corporation board, made the prestigious
New Garden City homes available this summer
The latest set of new homes at Ebbsfleet Garden City will become available to buyers this summer. Developer Countryside is currently building 123 new homes in Springhead Park, Ebbsfleet Valley.
New life in Garden City Project – Property Week
A series of deals unveiled in recent weeks coupled with the imminent publication of a development framework for the garden city have breathed new life into the project. So could we be on
Another 154 homes approved for the Garden City
A further 154 homes for Ebbsfleet Garden City have been approved as work starts on the ground for more than 470 new properties this month. The latest planning permission was
Taylor Wimpey snaps up land from Land Securities at Ebbsfleet Garden City
Land Securities has sold more of its land at Ebbsfleet Garden City to house builder Taylor Wimpey. The flagship scheme in Kent, which was announced by George Osborne in his
Green light for Garden City’s first primary school
A 420-pupil primary school is set to be built on the site of the Ebbsfleet Garden City after permission was given at a meeting last night. The school – and
First primary school for Garden City is approved
Ebbsfleet Garden City is to get its first primary school after permission was given tonight (Wednesday March 16) for a 420-pupil building. The school – and a new community centre
Garden City will lead the way for healthy communities
Ebbsfleet Garden City will be recognised as Healthy New Town, it was announced today (March 1 2016). It means the garden city will lead the way – and be held
Garden City is a Healthy New Town
Ten new housing developments in England including the Garden City are to be built with healthy living in mind, under an NHS scheme. Clinicians, designers and technology experts will work