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hoad's wood

Hoad’s Wood Environmental Crisis: Community Demands Immediate Action to Clean Up Illegal Waste

The serene beauty of Hoad’s Wood, an ancient woodland in Ashford, Kent, has long been admired by locals and visitors alike. Designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), this area was once celebrated for its vibrant bluebell blooms and diverse wildlife. However, in recent years, this natural sanctuary has been tragically transformed into a dumping ground for illegal waste, sparking what local residents now refer to as an “environmental disaster.” With thousands of tonnes of waste covering the woodland, the