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  • Parish councillor vacancy - you still have time to apply

    Parish councillor vacancy - you still have time to apply

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    A reminder that there is still time to get in touch if you think you might be interested in getting more involved with your local community....

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 28 Nov 23
  • Could you be a parish councillor?

    Could you be a parish councillor?

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    If you think you might be interested in getting more involved with your local community, we want to hear from you. We currently have a vaca...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 15 Nov 23
  • UPDATE - Gatwick Airport Northern Runway Application

    UPDATE - Gatwick Airport Northern Runway Application

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    If you were unable to register and comment on Gatwick Airport's northern runway application because of a technical fault on the Planning...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Nov 23
  • Speldhurst Chapel Project - Community Share Offer Launch

    Speldhurst Chapel Project - Community Share Offer Launch

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    Speldhurst Chapel Project will soon launch its community share offer and fund raise forworks at the Chapel, to enable the Shop and Post Offi...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 30 Oct 23
  • Gatwick Airport Northern Runway Application - Planning Inspectorate website issues

    Gatwick Airport Northern Runway Application - Planning Inspectorate website issues

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    If you tried and failed to access the Planning Inspectorate website yesterday to comment on Gatwick Airport's Northern Runway Applicatio...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 30 Oct 23
  • An update from the Air Traffic Committee - Gatwick Airport 2nd runway proposal

    An update from the Air Traffic Committee - Gatwick Airport 2nd runway proposal

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    You may already be aware that Gatwick Airport is proposing to expand its current facilities and, in essence, plans to bring its northern run...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 25 Oct 23
  • Cleaner Needed - Langton Green Pavilion

    Cleaner Needed - Langton Green Pavilion

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    We are looking for someone to take on twice weekly cleans at Langton Green Pavilion. We are happy to hear from individuals and established c...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 25 Oct 23
  • Speldhurst Road, Langton Green - Road Closure Update

    Speldhurst Road, Langton Green - Road Closure Update

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    SGN have been in touch today with the following update: Our Engineering work was completed on Friday and we have begun work to reinstate t...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 2 Oct 23
  • Road Closure Speldhurst Road, Langton Green

    Road Closure Speldhurst Road, Langton Green

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    We had frequent contact with SGN and Kent County Council (KCC) last week regarding the emergency road closure on Speldhurst Road, Langton Gr...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 19 Sep 23
  • Kent Police Annual Policing Survey

    Kent Police Annual Policing Survey

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    The 2023 annual policing survey is now live: Annual Policing Survey 2023 (smartsurvey.co.uk)

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 19 Sep 23
  • Speldhurst Chapel Project - the results of our parish consultation

    Speldhurst Chapel Project - the results of our parish consultation

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    Find out more about the results of our parish consultation on the future of Speldhurst's community shop and post office here: Speldhurs...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 18 Sep 23
  • UPDATE - Road closure Speldhurst Road, Langton Green

    UPDATE - Road closure Speldhurst Road, Langton Green

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    SGN have advised the following: "Our investigations have found the gas main along Speldhurst Road to be in poor condition. To avoi...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 15 Sep 23
  • Road Closure between Lampington Row & Winstone Scott Avenue, Speldhurst Road, Langton Green

    Road Closure between Lampington Row & Winstone Scott Avenue, Speldhurst Road, Langton Green

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    We have just had the following by email from SGN: "We're carrying out emergency investigation on our network along Speldhurst ...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 11 Sep 23
  • Final Call - Parish Consultation

    Final Call - Parish Consultation

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    We need to hear from you about the future of Speldhurst Community Shop & Post Office by midnight on Wednesday 30th August. If you haven...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 27 Aug 23
  • Road Closures

    Road Closures

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    We have received the following road closure notifications from KCC Highways: Franks Hollow Road, Speldhurst – 22nd August for up to 8...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 23 Aug 23
  • Speldhurst Parish Consultation - a longish read (but worth it!)

    Speldhurst Parish Consultation - a longish read (but worth it!)

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    With just over a week left to complete our consultation on the future of Speldhurst Community Shop & Post Office, we thought it would b...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 22 Aug 23
  • Some frequently asked questions about our Parish Consultation

    Some frequently asked questions about our Parish Consultation

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    The queries in the photo above are just some of the questions you've asked since we launched our parish consultation on the the future o...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 15 Aug 23
  • Road Closure - Etherington Hill, Speldhurst - 23rd August 2023

    Road Closure - Etherington Hill, Speldhurst - 23rd August 2023

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    We have had the following road closure notification from KCC Highways: It will be necessary to close Etherington Hill, Tunbridge Wells fr...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 13 Aug 23
  • Kent County Council Summer Food Voucher Scheme

    Kent County Council Summer Food Voucher Scheme

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    Kent County Council have informed us about their Summer Food Voucher scheme - please see the photos and summary below for more details: Fu...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 13 Aug 23
  • Parish Consultation - Speldhurst Chapel Project

    Parish Consultation - Speldhurst Chapel Project

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    Have you received your parish consultation questionnaire in the post yet? Before you answer the questions you can read more about why we wa...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 11 Aug 23
  • High Weald AONB Offer to Landowners

    High Weald AONB Offer to Landowners

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    Are you a Landowner in Speldhurst Parish who owns land with public rights of way crossing it? The High Weald AONB have asked us to share the...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 2 Aug 23
  • Parish Consultation - Speldhurst Chapel Project

    Parish Consultation - Speldhurst Chapel Project

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    Our parish-wide consultation on Speldhurst Chapel Project is now live! But while it's likely you will already know about this project if...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 1 Aug 23
  • All Day August 2023

    All Day August 2023

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    Kent County Council have sent us the following information for ENCTS (English National Concessionary Travel Scheme) passholders. All Day A...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 31 Jul 23
  • Progress Update - Pembury Road Road Closure

    Progress Update - Pembury Road Road Closure

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    We have receved the following progress update from SGN about the road closure on Pembury Road: I am writing to give you all a brief updat...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 31 Jul 23
  • Kent Police and Crime Commissioner's  Newsletter

    Kent Police and Crime Commissioner's Newsletter

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    You can read Kent Police and Crime Commissioner Matthew Scott's latest Newsletter here. This includes details of the annual policing su

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 25 Jul 23
  • Stay up to date with road closures in Speldhurst Parish

    Stay up to date with road closures in Speldhurst Parish

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    With numerous works and closures scheduled on local roads this school holidays, the best way to stay informed of disruptions is by signing ...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 25 Jul 23
  • Temporary Road Closure - Broom Lane, Langton Green - 17th July 2023 for 5 days

    Temporary Road Closure - Broom Lane, Langton Green - 17th July 2023 for 5 days

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    KCC have informed us of the following road closure: The road will be closed outside Broomlands Cottage North. The alternative route is v...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 11 Jul 23
  • Picnic benches Langton Green Recreation Ground

    Picnic benches Langton Green Recreation Ground

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    We have now finished building our picnic benches on Langton Green Recreation Ground. There are a total of 5 benches in a mix of sizes, with ...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 10 Jul 23
  • ASB Awareness Week 3rd – 9th July 2023

    ASB Awareness Week 3rd – 9th July 2023

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    We have had the following information from Neighbourhood Watch about Antisocial Behaviour Awareness week: Neighbourhood Watch knows that A...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 26 Jun 23
  • Overgrown Hedges in Speldhurst Parish

    Overgrown Hedges in Speldhurst Parish

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    Overgrown hedges on roads and pavements can be a thorny issue for Speldhurst Parish at this time of year. So, we're here to help with th...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 19 Jun 23
  • VACANCY FOR A PARISH COUNCILLOR – COULD IT BE YOU?

    VACANCY FOR A PARISH COUNCILLOR – COULD IT BE YOU?

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    If you think you might have some time and appetite for serving your local community, we are now looking to co-opt a new Parish Councillor. O...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 13 Jun 23
  • Rude Mechanicals Outdoor Production - Wednesday 21st June 7.30pm

    Rude Mechanicals Outdoor Production - Wednesday 21st June 7.30pm

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    Don't forget to buy your tickets for this year's Rude Mechanicals open air production, Miss Popplewell's Garden which will be ta...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 13 Jun 23
  • SPC's statement in response to Matthew Sankey's mediation report - Langton Pavilion Cafe

    SPC's statement in response to Matthew Sankey's mediation report - Langton Pavilion Cafe

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    A statement responding to Matthew Sankey’s mediation report on the Pavilion Cafe was discussed and agreed at the Parish Council's ...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 10 May 23
  • What would you like to ask your local MP?

    What would you like to ask your local MP?

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    Greg Clark, MP, looks forward to answering your questions on Thursday 18th May, when he will be Guest Speaker at our Annual Parish Meeting....

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 9 May 23
  • Laurel Clearance - Pocket Park, Speldhurst

    Laurel Clearance - Pocket Park, Speldhurst

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    Today we are beginning to clear Cherry Laurel from Pocket Park in Roopers, Speldhurst. Here is some more information about what we are doing...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 4 May 23
  • Parish Council Annual Parish Meeting - Thursday 18th May

    Parish Council Annual Parish Meeting - Thursday 18th May

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    The signs are now up around the parish and preparations are underway for our Annual Parish Meeting, which will take place at Langton Green V...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 3 May 23
  • An Update on Langton Pavilion Café

    An Update on Langton Pavilion Café

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    Please visit our homepage to read a statement and report from Matthew Sankey on the Langton Pavilion Cafe mediation process.

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 28 Apr 23
  • An update on Langton Pavilion Cafe

    An update on Langton Pavilion Cafe

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    Speldhurst Parish Council are pleased to report that in conjunction with Langton Green Community Sports Association and Langton Pavilion Caf...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 31 Mar 23
  • An Update on Langton Pavilion Café

    An Update on Langton Pavilion Café

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    Firstly, we would like to thank everyone who has contacted us with feedback about Langton Pavilion Café. Your feedback has been inval...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 10 Mar 23
  • Great British Spring Clean 17th March - 2nd April

    Great British Spring Clean 17th March - 2nd April

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    This year, Keep Britain Tidy are marking The Great British Spring Clean by asking communities to pledge to fill as many bags of litter as po...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 10 Mar 23
  • Speldhurst Parish Council Statement - Langton Pavilion Café

    Speldhurst Parish Council Statement - Langton Pavilion Café

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    Speldhurst Parish Council would like to express our sincere disappointment that it has not been possible to renew the operating license for...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 3 Mar 23
  • Kent County Council Community Services public consultation

    Kent County Council Community Services public consultation

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    Please read this update which we have received from Kent County Council (KCC) - it may affact community services in your neighbourhood. K...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 22 Feb 23
  • Local elections 4th May - photo ID needed

    Local elections 4th May - photo ID needed

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    Did you know you will need Photo ID to vote in the local elections on 4th May? This year, Speldhurst Parish residents can vote to ele...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 21 Feb 23
  • Local Business Owners - please read

    Local Business Owners - please read

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    Several local businesses have expressed concern about persistent emails or texts they have received from an organisation called Parish UK, a...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 21 Feb 23
  • Tunbridge Wells Half Marathon Sunday 19th February

    Tunbridge Wells Half Marathon Sunday 19th February

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    A reminder that Tunbridge Wells Half Marathon takes place between 09.30 and 12.30 this Sunday 19th Feb, and there will be some road closure...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 14 Feb 23
  • Road Traffic Accidents A264 Ashurst Road

    Road Traffic Accidents A264 Ashurst Road

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    A resident from Stone Cross on the A264 Ashurst Road told us today that there have been 3 road traffic accidents at that location in the...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 14 Feb 23
  • King's Coronation Road Closure for Street Parties

    King's Coronation Road Closure for Street Parties

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    If you are planning a street party to celebrate the King's Coronation over the bank holiday weekend of 6th-8th May, please note that the...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 13 Feb 23
  • Roadworks update - Speldhurst Road, Southborough

    Roadworks update - Speldhurst Road, Southborough

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    We have had the following update from SGN about the roadworks on Speldhurst Road, Southborough: Urgent work to replace a section of our ga...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 31 Jan 23
  • Citizen's Advice Energy Saving Information Talk 9th January

    Citizen's Advice Energy Saving Information Talk 9th January

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    We are hosting an energy saving information talk by Citizen's Advice at Langton Green Pavilion next Monday 9th January at 2pm. Speciali...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 6 Jan 23
  • Christmas Office Closure

    Christmas Office Closure

    Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Article by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk

    The parish council office is now closed for Christmas, re-opening on Tuesday 3rd January. We will monitor emails and check the council mobil...

    Speldhurst Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 23 Dec 22