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Year 7s at Ebbsfleet Academy work towards a sustainable future through the built environment

Ebbsfleet Development Corporation were delighted to be invited to judge a year 7 Eco-Classroom design project on Friday 9th July at Ebbsfleet Academy. The project, initiated by Class Of Your Own is a prequel

302 new homes approved for Ebbsfleet Garden City including its first custom build properties

The first custom build homes have been approved for Ebbsfleet Garden City. Westerhill Homes saw its plans for 67 new homes approved by Ebbsfleet Development Corporation’s planning committee tonight . The homes will be

Consultation on new walking and cycling routes

An early consultation is being held on walking and cycling improvement schemes across Ebbsfleet, Greenhithe and Northfleet. These schemes form part of the Green Corridors Programme. They seek to provide high-quality, connected routes to

Cloud9 Festival was a huge success

The Cloud9 Festival staged at the weekend was a roaring success. Through a partnership with The Grand Healthy Living Centre, CLOUD 9 supports us for our planned Health & Wellbeing Hub at Ebbsfleet Central. The Cloud9 Festival

Major milestone about to be reached on A2 improvement scheme

There's a major milestone coming up with the A2 road improvement project to lift in a new bridge at Bean. It will take place from August 6 until August 9 and there will be

New show home set to be unveiled at Ashmere

Countryside will soon be unveiling its new show home at Ashmere In a joint venture development with Clarion Housing Group and following a successful sales launch – with the first release of homes now

Art school for the summer

A summer school will run at Ebbsfleet Garden City's latest primary school. Springhead Park Primary will host an arts summer school throughout most of August. It is open to anyone aged 5 to 11

First Time Parents Group to start

A new First Time Parents Group starts soon at the Castle Hill Community Centre. The group will meet for a six week course next week and it has just a couple of spaces left

Giant puppets headline new family festival in Ebbsfleet

A new creative wellbeing festival will be transforming Castle Hill in Ebbsfleet on Saturday 17 July with high energy performances including giant lip-syncing puppets. Packed full of free workshops for people to try and

Earn 40 extra BetterPoints daily for getting active this summer

The current travel restrictions have put paid to many planned holidays abroad. We want to help lift the gloom and get you in the summer spirit, which is why we're offering extra rewards for

Cherry Orchard outdoor learning classroom funded by Ebbsfleet Development Corporation set to open

Cherry Orchard is excited to introduce its new Outdoor Learning Classroom to the children within the next couple of weeks. The spectacular wooden, round building from Rotunda was completed this week after a surprisingly

New pharmacy has set opening date

The new pharmacy at Castle Hill Local Centre has announced the date it will open. Delmergate Pharmacy will open on July 23 at Unit 4 and doors will open at 9am. The flyer for

Planning application submitted for new neighbourhood

Ebbsfleet Development Corporation has submitted a planning application to redevelop an area of land into a new neighbourhood. The EDC is seeking to turn the land, in Grove Road in Northfleet, into a quality

Earn up to 1,600 points for yourself and support a great charity

Local charity We Are Beams are celebrating their 25th anniversary this year. To mark the occasion we are offering some boosted points to help them towards their £25,000 fundraising target. By getting active from Friday 25th June - Thursday

How one Get Active in Ebbsfleet user donated her points to Air Ambulance

During this challenging time, generous donations from Get Active in Ebbsfleet participants continue to be a great source of funds for local charities. One such donor, Andrea, recently gifted 100,000 BetterPoints to Air Ambulance Kent,

Get active to help plant trees, tackle air pollution & earn extra points

To mark Clean Air Day on 17th June - the UK's largest air pollution campaign - we are offering some boosted rewards to encourage residents of Dartford, Gravesham and Swanley to keep making active travel journeys. Since

New homes for sale in Ebbsfleet Garden City already reserved

As demand for spacious homes with outdoor areas and access to nature shows no signs of abating, the first released three and four-bedroom houses at Ashmere have all been reserved. With their enviable setting,

We want to understand local business needs

Ebbsfleet Development Corporation has recently launched a business survey so we can better understand the needs of local businesses and how to support local residents with work opportunities. If you're a local employer (big

Luke has a satisfying win

Our winner from our Resident Satisfaction Survey prize draw has been named. Luke Cross is a Castle Hill resident in Ebbsfleet Garden City. Our second winner was from Greenhithe. Luke get a £100

Redrow consults on Alkerden South plan

Redrow Homes is now consulting on the proposed residential development for approximately 230 homes at Alkerden South, part of Alkerden Village. A planning application will be submitted later in the Spring, and Redrow is

New Creative Wellbeing Festival Coming This Spring and Summer

Cloud9, a new festival for Ebbsfleet, Swanscombe and Northfleet arrives this spring with more events and activities to follow in the summer. Cloud9 brings together the finest street arts, creative classes and fitness sessions

I compete with my daughters to get the most BetterPoints

For Sam, being active was not top of the agenda before discovering the BetterPoints app. She has her daughters to thank for changing the family’s travel habits for the better. Here is what she

Community spirit at Springhead Park Primary during lockdown

The new Springhead Park Primary School, nestled within Ebbsfleet Garden City, has been working hard to keep pupils and families still feeling part of the school community throughout lockdown, when in-person attendance has been

I’m totally addicted to the Ebbsfleet Garden City Get Active app – it has inspired me to get fit

By Aileen’s own admission, exercise was not high on the priority list before she came across the BetterPoints app. The car was most definitely king. Here is what she said about how using the

We’re running a survey to find out what you like about living in Ebbsfleet Garden City

We're running a residents satisfaction survey and we want to hear from you. It's open until 26 March and you can take part here bit.ly/edc21FY And see the detail below

Significant step towards new riverside park

Ebbsfleet Development Corporation has taken a significant step toward its plans to create a new riverside park for Ebbsfleet Garden City. The EDC Board has approved an investment of almost £3 million as a

Housing Secretary appoints new board member to Ebbsfleet Development Corporation

The Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government Robert Jenrick has appointed a new board member to Ebbsfleet Development Corporation. Neil Cameron QC is a barrister with extensive experience of compulsory purchase,

Kids ideas wanted for new play park

Bellway which is building new homes in Ebbsfleet Garden City has launched a competition for kids to design a new playground. Take look at the competition by clicking on the image below And

“A once-in-a-lifetime chance to ensure the area benefits from a world class entertainment resort”

Ebbsfleet Development Corporation has congratulated the backers of the £2.5billion London Resort theme park after its application was accepted by the Planning Inspectorate for examination. The proposed London Resort lies within the area of

We’re supporting a local charity to find a new home

We have been supporting Northfleet Big Local find a new home. It is in the process of moving out of its current base, a church building near Northfleet Train station called Northfleet Central, and

Education campus which includes Ebbsfleet Garden City’s first secondary school is approved

A major new education campus that will cater for children from 3 to 18-years-old and includes Ebbsfleet Garden City’s first new secondary school has been approved. As well as the secondary school, the campus

Simon Dudley announced as chairman of Ebbsfleet Development Corporation

Housing Minister Rt Hon Christopher Pincher MP has today (26 January 2021) confirmed Simon Dudley has been appointed as the new chairman of Ebbsfleet Development Corporation. The four-year appointment follows a fair and open

Funding given to mental health wellbeing projects in Ebbsfleet Garden City

Ebbsfleet Development Corporation is to support three projects with funding of more than £90,000 to help address the unprecedented need for access to mental health services by local residents across the Garden City in

How the Ebbsfleet Garden City app helped me lose two stone – and got me out of the car

Here's another story on how the Ebbsfleet Garden City Get Active app has helped one user - who admits to not exercising and using her car too much. Aman joined Get Active in Ebbsfleet

On the look out for a new job in Ebbsfleet Garden City?

Berkeley Modular which is opening a factory in Ebbsfleet Garden City is now recruiting for posts at its cutting edge facility. To see what it is looking for and to apply head here To read

Ebbsfleet Garden City school launches virtual sign a brick event to mark new building

From Ebbsfleet Green school: Due to the lockdown we are unable to host our "sign a brick" event to mark the landing of our new school building at Ebbsfleet Green Primary. We are therefore

Seeking new space in what is poised to become one of the exciting cultural hubs in the world

Creative Estuary and Ebbsfleet Development Corporation invite you to .... Come to Ebbsfleet Garden City. If you’re a creative individual, business or community organisation - seeking new space and opportunities in what is poised

Car club arrives for Ebbsfleet Garden City

A new car club has started in Ebbsfleet Garden City. Residents in Whitecliffe which includes Castle Hill can join the scheme and as the only car club in Ebbsfleet Garden City it provides users

Carol service with a difference for Ebbsfleet Garden City

A carol service with a difference happened in Ebbsfleet Garden City recently. The moving carol service took place around Castle Hill and Ebbsfleet Green. Revd Penny Marsh of the Ebbsfleet Baptist Church came up

Castle Hill will get a pharmacy thanks to Ebbsfleet Development Corporation

Over the past two years a number of applications for a licence to operate a pharmacy at a site in Castle Hill have been made, unsuccessfully. The decision to grant a licence was the

Construction begins at Ashmere marking the next chapter at the former Eastern Quarry

Ashmere, a landmark scheme on the former Eastern Quarry, part of Ebbsfleet Garden City, has broken ground, marking the beginning of construction. Delivered by Countryside, the UK’s leading mixed-tenure developer and Clarion Housing Group,

Three quarters of homes sold at Ebbsfleet Cross

More than three quarters of the homes for sale at Bellway’s Ebbsfleet Cross development have already been purchased – before the first residents have even moved in. Bellway is building 100 homes at the

New bus service is taken for a spin

Arriva Click began a new DRT (Demand Responsive Transport) venture on Monday thanks to funding provided by house builders Redrow and Henley Camsland who, along with others, are slowly transforming Ebbsfleet’s former massive chalk

New footpath connecting two parts of Ebbsfleet Garden City opens

A new footpath connecting two areas of Ebbsfleet Garden City has opened. For the first time, residents in Castle Hill and Ebbsfleet Green will have a direct link to each other by the new

Successful years as planning chair

Sandra Fryer stands down as a non-executive member of the Ebbsfleet Development Corporation board at the end of November, following completion of a successful three year term. Sandra has championed a focus on place

New on-demand public transport service launches in Ebbsfleet Garden City

A new on demand bus service will launch in Ebbsfleet Garden City next week. Launching in partnership and funded by residential homebuilders Redrow and Henley Camland, landowner of Whitecliffe, Arriva will provide a new

New playground swings into place for pupils at Springhead Park Primary School

Springhead Park Primary School is celebrating the opening of its fun new playground facilities. Located within Ebbsfleet Garden City, the School, part of The Primary First Trust, just opened its doors to its first

Ebbsfleet Garden City’s app helped me lose three stone!

Magi joined Get Active in Ebbsfleet in March 2018. At the time she was very inactive, did no form of exercise and used to use the car 5 days a week. Here is what she said

New job opportunities on the way

MAC Projects International have been nominated as the labour supplier to the upcoming site for HMRC in Ebbsfleet. As a result, we are looking to recruit approx 140 staff for a minimum period of

A notice on the future of Ebbsfleet Garden City

When the Ebbsfleet Development Corporation Community Board first met in February 2020 an early priority for members was to look for new ways to communicate with local people. To deliver on this ambition a

Look at the difference the Ebbsfleet Garden City app made to my life

Before she discovered the BetterPoints app Diljeet openly admitted to putting her own health and wellbeing on the back burner. Exercise was not a priority and something she only did once a week. In

What has life been like for residents in Ebbsfleet Garden City for the last 12 months?

Well, it's been an interesting year to say the least! Not only have we successfully opened our new bridge linking residents directly to Ebbsfleet International and more new homes have been created, but below

UPDATE – Music and movement for pre-school kids starts in Ebbsfleet Garden City

A new music and movement for pre-school children is starting in Ebbsfleet Garden City. Tots with Tempo starts in Castle Hill on December 10 and will run for six weeks. See the detail of

A selection of homes with a modern interpretation – register your interest now

Coming soon ... A selection of 1 & 2 bedroom apartments, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom houses built with a modern interpretation of the UK’s garden city heritage. To register you interest click here Read more

Problem flagged up, problem solved

A house developer has stepped in to repair a flagpole. When Bellway Homes heard that the pole in Swanscombe needed a repair as a flag could not be hoisted they sprang into action. The

Young people offered chance to shape public art in Ebbsfleet Garden City

Cement Fields announces Future Ebbsfleet, a pioneering three-year placemaking programme of research, artists’ residencies and co-commissions, created collaboratively with young people from Ebbsfleet Garden City. Cement Fields, working in partnership with Ebbsfleet Development

Co-op serves up new food store in Ebbsfleet Garden City with £645,000 investment

Leading convenience retailer, the Co-op, has opened a new food store in Ebbsfleet Garden City following a £645,000 investment that has created 15 new jobs. Located on Castle Hill, the store will be open

Two new appointments to the Board of Ebbsfleet Development Corporation

The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government today confirmed two new appointments to the board of Ebbsfleet Development Corporation. Lord Moylan ( pictured left) and Nicholas Shattock (pictured right) were appointed by Ministers

Springhead Park Primary welcomes first pupils to new Ebbsfleet Garden City school

There were a few teary eyes as parents dropped off their little ones for their first day at a brand new primary school. Springhead Park Primary School opened its doors to nursery and reception

World class masterplanners appointed for Ebbsfleet Central

Ebbsfleet Development Corporation has appointed a team of world class masterplanners, led by Weston Williamson and Allies and Morrison to create a new plan for Ebbsfleet Central. Following the acquisition of Ebbsfleet Central in

See how Ebbsfleet Garden City’s bridge was built in this special footage

We've created a film which shows how Springhead Bridge in Ebbsfleet Garden City was built from start to finish by speeding up the film. Take a look at this fascinating footage and see how

Ebbsfleet Garden City’s Springhead Bridge opens to the public

People walked across Ebbsfleet Garden City’s new bridge today as it opened to the public for the first time. Three local residents who were among the first to cross, will use the bridge which

A2 improvement – further ground investigations announced

As part of the A2 improvements plan, some further ground investigations are to take place. See below for the details. Please note - due to safety and weather restrictions, the below closures are

Consultation on new riverside quarter

Ebbsfleet Development Corporation is going out to a second round of consultation as it works to create new links to a riverside residential quarter near Ebbsfleet United football club. Two years ago, the corporation

Life under the lockdown – survey results

What was life like for you under lockdown? From 27th May to 6th June 2020, we asked local residents,what life was like for you during the coronavirus pandemic lockdown, living in Ebbsfleet Garden City.

Our Springhead Bridge is a winnner

We are delighted to announce that our Springhead Bridge Project has been named ‘Civils Project of the Year’ at the SECBE Constructing Excellence Awards. Read the story here

Tributes paid by Ebbsfleet Development Corporation after housebuilding ambassador dies

Tributes from across the political spectrum, rival firms and former staff have poured in for Berkeley Group founder Tony Pidgley who died, aged 72. The FTSE 100 housebuilder announced his death late on Friday

Check out what’s happening in July

Take a look at what's happening in and around Ebbsfleet Garden City in July. Develop, your gardening skills, have a game of tennis or take part in an online quiz. See below for details.

Springhead Park Primary School set to open on schedule in September 2020

Springhead Park Primary School, a new primary school welcoming children from Nursery up to Year 4 to begin with, is due to open its doors in September 2020. As the newest school to be

Building again in Ebbsfleet Garden City

After a pause in work during the lockdown period, house building has started again in Ebbsfleet Garden City. All the developers working here are back on site and building again, whilst adhering to government

We’re teaming up with Google Digital Garage to bring you some online training

We have teamed up with Google Digital Garage to offer training on how to write a CV and cover letter via a live webinar. All you have to do is register on the link

Work experience in Ebbsfleet Garden City leads to apprenticeship for teenager

Teenager Hannah Mayatt has landed her dream job after work experience in Ebbsfleet Garden City led to a full time offer. Hannah, 18, has been taken on by Balfour Beatty who are building a

Tunnel linking Ebbsfleet Garden City with Bluewater is approved

A £12million tunnel linking Bluewater to Ebbsfleet Garden City backed by Ebbsfleet Development Corporation has been approved. Kent County Council's (KCC) planning committee approved plans drawn up by them to connect more than 6,000

Take part in our lockdown survey to help us understand your needs

This survey has now ended During the last couple of months we have spent an unprecedented amount of time in our homes. Ebbsfleet Development Corporation is now asking local residents how your home,

Our Springhead Bridge has been nominated for a top award

Our Springhead Bridge is in line for a prestigious award. It has been nominated for Civils Project of the Year in the the SECBE (South East Centre for the Built Environment) Awards 2020.

Living in the lockdown

We're looking for your video diaries during the lockdown to form part of a documentary we're making about life in Ebbsfleet Garden City. Maybe you are learning a new skill, or want to to

A helping hand for community activity

During this period of restrictions on movement we are open to supporting community based initiatives that enable and encourage participation in activities that meet the current rules on movement and social distancing. This could

Coronavirus advice from your local authority

Dartford and Gravesham Councils are both offering advice to people about the unprecedented time we find ourselves in with coronavirus. To see what Dartford Council is saying head here And for Gravesham Council's advice

Ebbsfleet Development Corporation deal shortlisted in prestigious award

A deal which saw Ebbsfleet Development Corporation buy land around Ebbsfleet International station has been shortlisted for a prestigious award. Ebbsfleet Development Corporation is in the running for the Property Week Resi Awards 2020

Ebbsfleet Garden City saves the day for 46 innovative students

Nearly 50 university students from one of the most prestigious courses in the world are in Ebbsfleet Garden City for a month to study some key issues the area could face in the future.

2000th home is completed in Ebbsfleet Garden City

Ebbsfleet Garden City is marking a milestone with the completion of its 2000th house. The home was completed in Castle Hill by developers David Wilson and has already been moved in to – by

Ebbsfleet Garden City cutting edge homes plant looking for staff

Berkeley Modular which is opening a factory in Ebbsfleet Garden City is now recruiting for posts there. To see what it is looking for and to apply head here To read about the factory

You could be a winner – and healthier – this March

Users of our Get Active app are in for a treat this March if they complete 150 exercise minutes per week for the month. Walk, run or cycle your way to fitness each day

A2 improvement – further ground investigations

As part of the A2 improvements plan, some further ground investigations are to take place. See below of the details. Please note - due to safety and weather restrictions, the below closures are subject

221 homes approved for Ebbsfleet Garden City

Ebbsfleet Garden City will get a further 221 homes after plans were approved tonight for a scheme by Bellway Homes. 86 houses and 135 apartments, 30 per cent of which are affordable, including three

Public consultation to be held on new primary school

A public consultation is to be held on plans for a new primary school in Ebbsfleet Garden City. The consultation will be held for Ebbsfleet Green Primary School on February 25th. Details are here

How we’re not just putting the green into Ebbsfleet Garden City

When you think of a Garden City what do you expect? Lots of trees, lots of plants and lots of green? Well in fact we are testing a ‘pictorial’ style of planting, involving lots

How the Northfeet riverfront will change shape over the next few years

Almost 600 new homes are on the way as work has started on site at Northfleet Embankment in Ebbsfleet Garden City. Keepmoat Homes purchased the 11.6 hectare site from Homes England for the residential

Carbon-reducing housing scheme given approval in Ebbsfleet Garden City

A scheme described as one of the most carbon-reducing projects in Ebbsfleet Garden City has been approved. Redrow’s plans for 133 homes at its established site in Ebbsfleet Green were given approval by Ebbsfleet

Approval for new Ebbsfleet Garden City school to start enrolling pupils

Springhead Park Primary School, due to open its doors in September 2020, has had approval to begin enrolling pupils for a two-form entry Key Stage One, in additional to the nursery and reception places

Jobs fair held in Ebbsfleet Garden City

Ebbsfleet Development Corporation helped stage a jobs fair for students and members of the public. Companies at the event included Erith Earthworks, Countryside Properties, Balfour Beatty, Ebbsfleet International/HS1 and Barton Willmore, SE Local

New coffee company sets up in Ebbsfleet Garden City

A new coffee company has set up in Ebbsfleet Garden City. The Blue Bean Coffee Company can be found near platform 5 at Ebbsfleet International. The firm also has an online business at https://www.thebluebeancoffee.co.uk/

Urban Design Team to co-develop a masterplan for Ebbsfleet Central

This was advertised in January and February 2020 and is no longer being advertised. Following the acquisition of Ebbsfleet Central in October 2019, EDC are seeking to secure an Urban Design Team to co-develop

Take a look at our Springhead Bridge now

The concrete has been poured and Springhead Bridge is continuing its rapid progression. Take a look at our latest drone footage to see how the bridge looks now. It's a far cry from when

Your chance to have your say on the future of Dartford

Dartford Borough Council is working on its new Local Plan. This will set out the overall approach to development in the Borough to 2036, including major development locations, the amount and type of housing,

Get ready for our Winter Gathering

Following the success of our Gathering event last year, we have a Winter Gathering date for your diary. With magical illuminations, live entertainment and the chance to sample local food and drink, you won't

Second Ebbsfleet Garden City hotel and pub is given go-ahead

Ebbsfleet Garden City is to get its second pub and hotel after plans were approved for a new destination by Britain’s oldest brewer. The Castle Hill area of the Garden City will get a

Don’t miss your chance to give your views

A public consultation is to take place into plans for new homes in Alkerden village in Whitecliffe. Barratt David Wilson will have members of their design team to answer any questions. Details below.

Springhead Bridge is an award winner

Our Springhead Bridge project has been awarded Bronze in the Building and Construction category at the Green Apple Awards for Environmental Best Practice 2019. The ceremony, held at the Houses of Parliament on 25th

Google is coming to Ebbsfleet Garden City

Don't miss web giants Google and their skills provider, Upskill Digital, as they host an innovative Digital Garage event at Ebbsfleet Academy. On Monday 16th December, Google's expert trainers are coming to Ebbsfleet Garden

The 2000 year discovery at Ebbsfleet Garden City bridge

Artefacts thought to date back 2000 years were discovered at the site where a new bridge is being built. A Roman ear cleaner and tweezers were found at Springhead Bridge which is being built in

Latest roadworks as part of A2 improvement ground investigations

Major plans to improve the A2 around Ebbsfleet Garden City will see investigation groundworks take place over the next three months. Highways England will carry out the works around Bean north and south roundabouts,

Take a look at our bridge as it nears completion

This video contains no speech and shows drone footage of the bridge and workers constructing it. Springhead Bridge will open in Spring 2020 - and take a look at it

New Ebbsfleet Garden City development is open to the public

The first homes are taking shape at a new housing development in Ebbsfleet Garden City which has recently opened to the public. Bellway is building 100 new homes at its Ebbsfleet Cross development, off

Springhead Bridge newsletter is out

The latest issue of the Balfour Beatty newsletter is out. Balfour Beatty is building our Springhead Bridge and is keeping residents informed of the latest progress. https://ebbsfleetdc.org.uk/springhead-bridge/

Site manager at Redrow’s Ebbsfleet Garden City development continues winning streak

Nick Smith, site manager for leading housebuilder, Redrow, has been awarded a Seal of Excellence Award at the NHBC Pride in the Job Awards. Following his win of a prestigious Pride in the Job

Springhead Park and Ebbsfleet Green Primary Schools to open September 2020

The Primary First Trust has been appointed to run Springhead Park school which will open in September 2020. A state-of-the -art building promises to bring the best sporting, music, computing, performing arts and

Power transformers reach new home in Ebbsfleet Garden City

New electricity transformers were delivered to Ebbsfleet Garden City to help power up the area The new transformers weigh 68 tonnes each and will play an important role in changing the voltage so electricity

Join us for some pumpkin fun around Ebbsfleet Garden City

We're organising a fun pumpkin walk for all the family. See pumpkins along the route and then tuck into a pumpkin lunch with pumpkin carving. The fun starts at 11am at Cherry Orchard Primary

A great new challenge to help you earn rewards and get active for winter in Ebbsfleet Garden City

We are very excited about a new incentive launching soon in the Get Active in Ebbsfleet rewards challenge on our app. Our Step by Step challenge starts on Monday 22nd Oct and will run for 8 weeks ending on Sunday

Louise Hardy is one of 100 most influential women in engineering

Louise Hardy has today been announced as one of the top 100 Most Influential Women in the Engineering Sector. Louise is an Ebbsfleet Development Corporation board member and has been since 2015. The list,

TV news reports on our Springhead Bridge construction

Ebbsfleet Garden City's new bridge is nearing completion. The BBC and ITV watched as the final 75-tonne beam was lifted into place. See their reports below. And see the latest on the bridge here

Road and lane closures announced for A2 investigation groundworks

Major plans to improve the A2 around Ebbsfleet Garden City will see investigation groundworks take place. Highways England will carry out some road/lane closures in the coming weeks. All works are night time works

Fourth beam is lifted to Springhead Bridge

The fourth beam out of a total of six was lifted into Springhead Bridge. You can watch the footage here as engineers lift the beam into place using an 80ft tall crane.

Beams are lifted into place at Springhead Bridge

The first set of beams have been lifted into place at our Springhead Bridge site. With the most intricate of detail, engineers have just 1mm space in which to get things right. To see

NHS report highlights Ebbsfleet Garden City’s role in delivering a healthy future

The NHS has published a series of reports highlighting the work of the Ebbsleet Garden City's Healthy New Towns project. Putting Health Into Place highlights the work carried out here including highlighting the

New secretary of state visits Ebbsfleet Garden City

New Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick MP visited Ebbsfleet Garden City during his first few days in the post. He came to see the progress that has been made here as up to 15,000 homes

Plenty of fun to be had at the Ebbsfleet Garden City summer fete

Free food, face painting, tennis and football taster sessions .... you don't want to miss our summer fete which we're holding at Cherry Orchard primary school in Castle Hill, Ebbsfleet Garden City this August.

How Ebbsfleet Development Corporation has been helping local communities

Local community projects have benefited by £50,000 from a special fund set up by the corporation behind Ebbsfleet Garden City. Ebbsfleet Development Corporation set up the Community Investment Fund to support local groups who

£12.2 million tunnel linking bus route between Ebbsfleet Garden City and Bluewater

Kent County Council discusssed plans for a £12.2 million tunnel linking the bus route between Ebbsfleet Garden City and Bluewater for the Fastrack service. It comes as construction continues on a housing development of

Public consultation on plans for new Ebbsfleet Garden City village

A public consultation is to take place for a new village in Ebbsfleet Garden City. Countryside and Clarion are developing up to 3,000 homes in Ashmere in Whitecliffe, which was formerly known as Eastern

Ebbsfleet Garden City’s first store is open

The first store in Ebbsfleet Garden City has opened. The Co-op is now open at Ebbsfleet Green (Weldon) and becomes the first store to open in the area. It is based on Redrow's development

How one family’s property dream became a reality in Ebbsfleet Garden City

The Parker family are the first people to move into a new affordable property from mhs homes in Ebbsfleet Garden City. Carly and John Parker, together with children Jacob and Robyn, had been living

Our Get Active app is in line for a prestigious award

Ebbsfleet Development Corporation has been shortlisted for an award for its Get Active app. The app, powered by BetterPoints, encourages users in and around Ebbsfleet Garden City, to be more active and in return

Be a step closer to Paris and Europe if you are our 1000th user

You could be a step closer to Paris and the rest of Europe with our Get Active app powered by Better Points. To mark our 100th user we're giving away £100 in Eurostar

Conference will explore culture in Ebbsfleet Garden City

A major conference on the role of arts and culture and new towns will feature Ebbsfleet Development Corporation. Sir Nicholas Serota, Chairman of Arts Council England will be speaking on how arts and culture

Redrow’s latest newsletter for Ebbsfleet Green residents

Redrow is updating Ebbsfleet Green residents in Ebbsfleet Garden City with news from the area. Find out about Redrow's move to the Garden City and plans for the latest primary school at Ebbsfleet Green

Huge tour race comes to Ebbsfleet

Cyclopark will stage OVO Energy Women’s Tour this June as it hosts the race’s first-ever Kent stage. Te world’s best riders will tackle a 62.5-kilometre (25-lap) kermesse around the circuit on Tuesday 11 June

Take a bird’s eye view of Springhead Bridge

Work at our Springhead Bridge construction site is rapidly taking shape. Watch the latest drone footage here and see the huge progress that has been made in just a few months. To read about

New Ebbsfleet Garden City homes to be launched

Bellway is launching its new Ebbsfleet Garden City homes this weekend. A walk-in exhibition event, will take place at The Intercontinental O2, 1 Waterview Drive, Greenwich Peninsula, London SE10 0TW on Friday 17th May,

Springhead Bridge receives exceptional status

Our flagship Springhead Bridge project has scored 44/50 at the latest Considerate Constructors Scheme Audit. The scheme’s aim is to promote best practice in construction and scores construction sites in five areas: appearance, community,

Lighting up Ebbsfleet Garden City

Teams of electricity engineers have started work to install new equipment which will help unlock the economic growth of Ebbsfleet Garden City. UK Power Networks is delivering 77 megawatts of power to light up

Public consultation on new Ebbsfleet Garden City education campus

A public consultation is taking place for a new Ebbsfleet Garden City education campus. Details for the event can be seen below. To see the details that will be on display click here

See a year of progress at Springhead Bridge in just 20 seconds

Work is progressing well at our Springhead Bridge site and we're on schedule to open in early 2020. Take a look at the drone footage below to see how far we have progressed in

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 islands that would all

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 the community involvement in

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 residents in Springhead Park

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 East division was set-up

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 and

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 is in the ‘Get

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 River Ebbsfleet. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t3C0NxBwzAI

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, commercial & education facilities

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 Best New Development in

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 This video has no speech and shows the location

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 local food and hear

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 interactive display that

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 the Rod End Industrial

Moves on Ebbsfleet Garden City’s new central area

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 as the gateway to

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 Camland. The scheme, subject

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 of the Eastern Quarry

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 simply need to walk

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 said: “I don’t know

Housing Minister Kit Malthouse visits Ebbsfleet Garden City

Find out what new Housing Minister Kit Malthouse had to say when visited Ebbsfleet Garden City. Housing Minister Kit Malthouse visited Ebbsfleet Garden City to see the rapid progress that is being

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 build 163 homes at

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 34 projects across the

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 No Walls Gardens in

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 in North Kent could

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 details about the bridge

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 Fitbit programme last year

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 hundreds of people have

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

[envira-gallery id="8354"] 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 landscape of what will

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. . The Commission’s analysis shows

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 total it will build

New pictures of bridge work in Ebbsfleet Garden City

[envira-gallery id="8163"] 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 International. You can see

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 Road area of Northfleet

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 our Healthy New Towns

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 over half a mile with Get

Bloomin’ great Chelsea Flower Show plants arrive in Ebbsfleet Garden City

[envira-gallery id="7968"] 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 seven locations, some of

Whitstable Biennale comes to Ebbsfleet Garden City

[envira-gallery id="8116"] 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 future.

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 that meet local demand

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 the matched 50,000 BetterPoints

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 Ebbsfleet Green, Springhead Park

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 is being funded through

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 very easy to show

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 four-bedroom homes including 41

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 you could earn a

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 Barratt Homes at Eastern

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 Thames. The link at Granby Road

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 the River Ebbsfleet. The

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 Crossrail included running the

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 the latest English Housing

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 closes on 4 April.

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 Swedish-Swiss engineering group, the

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 . In the new video,

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 the newly spruced up

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 with Clarion.

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 students are studying for

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 Programme, is open to

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, the cost of a

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 presence at MIPIM, which

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 working at Transport for

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 February and 4 April

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 assault courses and dementia

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.

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 Walking Football Team, made

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 home of their own.

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 is the biggest considered

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 new Chair at 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 community interest company, has

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 leading regeneration in Bristol,

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 experience to the Guild

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 UK and around 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. Sir John made the

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 December. With plenty of

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 place in the River

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 of which will see

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 Springhead Park, where hundreds

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 are of significant national

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 commercial units including a

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 Prosperous Places. This is

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 next week (18-19 October).

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 598 new homes including

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 Countryside properties at Springhead

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 Cherry Orchard Primary School

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 the A2 at Ebbsfleet

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 first intake has now

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 a new range of

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 Development Corporation, said: “John

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 than a year ago

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, there will be one

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 Ebbsfleet Development Corporation's planning

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, from Rainham, Kent, have

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 Castle Hill and Ebbsfleet

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 city centre over the

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 will have an opportunity

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.

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 analysed by the Healthy

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 parenting app, gym group,

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 7, 8 and 9

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 International Station, the Information

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 with London Resort Company

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 the opportunity to experience

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 City rapidly grows -

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 example of how these

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 area? We’ll soon be

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 house builders on sites

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 villages planned for Eastern

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 and Gravesham Borough Council

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 Integrated Development Programme, known

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 do and what you'd

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 planning application to Ebbsfleet

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 the shopping centre from

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 where it is building

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 by more than £8

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 up the pace of

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 Zones selected by Government,

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 Green to complement

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 a full update here

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) eager house hunters rushed

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 says to meet the projected

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 – one of 18

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, 20 apartments plus 16

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. A planning application for

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 the Entertainment Resort on

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 Crossing Option C.

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 Homes scheme? If you

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 route between Castle Hill

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 MP Gareth Johnson and

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 minutes by train from

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 Stratford International for Tubes

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, 46,000 sq m of

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 considering a £35million investment in

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 2015-2020 road period’, Highways

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 Borough Council are considering

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 be created across the

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 to travel to Bluewater

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 and plans are being

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 done to build the

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 fun starts at mid-day.

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, or battling behind the

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 layout and distribution of the