Ramsgate Town Council steps in to care for smaller green spaces across the town

Ramsgate Town Council has agreed a new Open Spaces Management Agreement with Thanet District Council, giving the Town Council responsibility for looking after a number of small green spaces around the town that are often overlooked.

Under the agreement, Ramsgate Town Council will maintain several “pocket parks” and seating areas across Ramsgate, including Eastcliff Bandstand, St Laurence, Broad Street, Cavendish Street, the Pugin Bust area and Albert Court. These are small but important spaces used daily by residents and visitors.

The areas will remain owned by Thanet District Council, but Ramsgate Town Council will now take on day-to-day care such as grass and shrub maintenance, ensuring the spaces are clean, safe and welcoming, and managed in an environmentally responsible way.

The agreement runs for five years and ensures that:

• The spaces remain open and freely accessible to the public
• Wildlife and biodiversity are protected
• Maintenance is carried out without the use of herbicides or pesticides
• Safety and accessibility are prioritised 

Ramsgate Town Council will work closely with Thanet District Council’s Open Spaces Team and will report issues such as fly-tipping or vandalism where necessary.

This arrangement reflects Ramsgate Town Council’s commitment to improving the everyday environment of the town, focusing not just on major projects but also on the small, well-used spaces that contribute to residents’ quality of life.