Dargate - Watchlist site 38

The Evaluna site in Dargate, Faversham, Kent is approximately 30,000 tonnes of illegally tipped mainly soil and construction waste which has taken place sporadically over a 10-year period. No further tipping has been reported since 2024 although public interest remains.

The waste that remains on watchlist site 38 has created a blot on the nearby landscape and poses a potential concern for the local waterways.

Under the lead of the Environmental Crime team for Kent, South London and East Sussex, the Environment Agency has closed the site, with dumping of waste stopping in 2024/25. We will respond to any new complaints of tipping and will continue to periodically monitor the site.

We will also work with partner organisations, including the local authority and the police to take any appropriate regulatory action.

Historic activity on the site has prompted enquiries from the public as well as generating media and local MP interest. We have endeavoured to keep all parties informed of our progress with this investigation.