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Annual Parish Meeting - Monday 29th April
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukIt’s been a busy year for the parish council, and we would love to tell you about it at our Annual Parish Meeting. Meet us in person, ...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 16 Apr 24 -
LOST PROPERTY - 16-25 RAILCARD
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukHave you or someone you know lost a 16-25 railcard, issued to a young female by Leeds Travel Centre, valid until November 2024? This was...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 2 Apr 24 -
SGN road works - A264 Langton Road
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukAs you might know, SGN were due to re-start work to replace gas pipes on the A264 Langton Road this week, however, the start date has now be...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 5 Mar 24 -
Work at Pocket Park, Roopers, Thursday 29th February
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukToday our Tree Surgeon is clearing more Cherry Laurel from Pocket Park in Roopers. Here is some more information: We are trying to encour...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 29 Feb 24 -
An update on the LGCSA 3G Planning Application at Langton Green
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukOur Planning Committee met and considered Langton Green Community Sports Association's planning application for a 3G pitch for the first...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 29 Feb 24 -
Langton Green Community Sports Association 3G Planning Application Update
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukWe have received a number of questions from residents about how long they have to comment on the 3G planning application. In answer to the...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 23 Feb 24 -
Public Meetings - 3G Pitch at Langton Green
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukResidents are welcome to attend one of the following public meetings when Langton Green Community Sports Association's planning applicat...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 7 Feb 24 -
3G Planning application at Langton Green Recreation Ground
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukLangton Green Community Sports Association (LGCSA) has submitted a planning application for a 3G artifical grass pitch adjacent to the recre...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 31 Jan 24 -
Public footpath issues to be aware of when out walking in Speldhurst parish
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukMany people have reported the same issues on public footpaths in Speldhurst parish recently. Here is an update on some of the most critical:...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 26 Jan 24 -
Sheep on the A264/Groombridge Hill
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukWe have had several reports from residents about Cameroon sheep in the road on the A264/ Groombridge Hill. The same sheep have also been sp...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 16 Jan 24 -
Langton Pavilion Community Hub
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukWe are delighted to announce that at Full Council on Monday 8th January, Parish Councillors voted in favour of the establishment of Langton ...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 10 Jan 24 -
Made in Kent Radio - media lab for young people
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukMade in Kent Radio has sent us details of their Media Lab for young people aged 11-18. Made in Kent Radio is thrilled to announce the lau...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 9 Jan 24 -
Pop-up clinic: Covid-19 and Flu vaccines
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukA message from NHS Comms for residents of Tunbridge Wells: "Tunbridge Wells pop-up clinic for vaccines A pop-up clinic offering C...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 9 Jan 24 -
Parish Councillor Vacancy - join us!
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukIf 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 CouncilPosted: 9 Jan 24 -
Make Use of Our Electric Charge Points This Christmas
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukIf you're hosting friends and family this Christmas, and they have an electric vehicle but you have no charge point, here's a remind...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 19 Dec 23 -
Parish councillor vacancy - you still have time to apply
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukA 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 CouncilPosted: 28 Nov 23 -
Could you be a parish councillor?
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukIf 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 CouncilPosted: 15 Nov 23 -
UPDATE - Gatwick Airport Northern Runway Application
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukIf you were unable to register and comment on Gatwick Airport's northern runway application because of a technical fault on the Planning...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 7 Nov 23 -
Speldhurst Chapel Project - Community Share Offer Launch
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukSpeldhurst 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 CouncilPosted: 30 Oct 23 -
Gatwick Airport Northern Runway Application - Planning Inspectorate website issues
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukIf you tried and failed to access the Planning Inspectorate website yesterday to comment on Gatwick Airport's Northern Runway Applicatio...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 30 Oct 23 -
An update from the Air Traffic Committee - Gatwick Airport 2nd runway proposal
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukYou 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 CouncilPosted: 25 Oct 23 -
Cleaner Needed - Langton Green Pavilion
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukWe 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 CouncilPosted: 25 Oct 23 -
Speldhurst Road, Langton Green - Road Closure Update
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukSGN 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 CouncilPosted: 2 Oct 23 -
Road Closure Speldhurst Road, Langton Green
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukWe had frequent contact with SGN and Kent County Council (KCC) last week regarding the emergency road closure on Speldhurst Road, Langton Gr...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 19 Sep 23 -
Kent Police Annual Policing Survey
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukThe 2023 annual policing survey is now live: Annual Policing Survey 2023 (smartsurvey.co.uk)
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 19 Sep 23 -
Speldhurst Chapel Project - the results of our parish consultation
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukFind out more about the results of our parish consultation on the future of Speldhurst's community shop and post office here: Speldhurs...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 18 Sep 23 -
UPDATE - Road closure Speldhurst Road, Langton Green
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukSGN have advised the following: "Our investigations have found the gas main along Speldhurst Road to be in poor condition. To avoi...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 15 Sep 23 -
Road Closure between Lampington Row & Winstone Scott Avenue, Speldhurst Road, Langton Green
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukWe have just had the following by email from SGN: "We're carrying out emergency investigation on our network along Speldhurst ...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 11 Sep 23 -
Final Call - Parish Consultation
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukWe 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 CouncilPosted: 27 Aug 23 -
Road Closures
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukWe have received the following road closure notifications from KCC Highways: Franks Hollow Road, Speldhurst – 22nd August for up to 8...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 23 Aug 23 -
Speldhurst Parish Consultation - a longish read (but worth it!)
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukWith 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 CouncilPosted: 22 Aug 23 -
Some frequently asked questions about our Parish Consultation
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukThe 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 CouncilPosted: 15 Aug 23 -
Road Closure - Etherington Hill, Speldhurst - 23rd August 2023
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukWe have had the following road closure notification from KCC Highways: It will be necessary to close Etherington Hill, Tunbridge Wells fr...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 13 Aug 23 -
Kent County Council Summer Food Voucher Scheme
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukKent County Council have informed us about their Summer Food Voucher scheme - please see the photos and summary below for more details: Fu...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 13 Aug 23 -
Parish Consultation - Speldhurst Chapel Project
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukHave 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 CouncilPosted: 11 Aug 23 -
High Weald AONB Offer to Landowners
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukAre 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 CouncilPosted: 2 Aug 23 -
Parish Consultation - Speldhurst Chapel Project
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukOur 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 CouncilPosted: 1 Aug 23 -
All Day August 2023
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukKent County Council have sent us the following information for ENCTS (English National Concessionary Travel Scheme) passholders. All Day A...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 31 Jul 23 -
Progress Update - Pembury Road Road Closure
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukWe 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 CouncilPosted: 31 Jul 23 -
Kent Police and Crime Commissioner's Newsletter
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukYou can read Kent Police and Crime Commissioner Matthew Scott's latest Newsletter here. This includes details of the annual policing su
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 25 Jul 23 -
Stay up to date with road closures in Speldhurst Parish
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukWith numerous works and closures scheduled on local roads this school holidays, the best way to stay informed of disruptions is by signing ...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 25 Jul 23 -
Temporary Road Closure - Broom Lane, Langton Green - 17th July 2023 for 5 days
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukKCC have informed us of the following road closure: The road will be closed outside Broomlands Cottage North. The alternative route is v...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 11 Jul 23 -
Picnic benches Langton Green Recreation Ground
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukWe 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 CouncilPosted: 10 Jul 23 -
ASB Awareness Week 3rd – 9th July 2023
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukWe have had the following information from Neighbourhood Watch about Antisocial Behaviour Awareness week: Neighbourhood Watch knows that A...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 26 Jun 23 -
Overgrown Hedges in Speldhurst Parish
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukOvergrown 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 CouncilPosted: 19 Jun 23 -
VACANCY FOR A PARISH COUNCILLOR – COULD IT BE YOU?
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukIf 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 CouncilPosted: 13 Jun 23 -
Rude Mechanicals Outdoor Production - Wednesday 21st June 7.30pm
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukDon'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 CouncilPosted: 13 Jun 23 -
SPC's statement in response to Matthew Sankey's mediation report - Langton Pavilion Cafe
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukA statement responding to Matthew Sankey’s mediation report on the Pavilion Cafe was discussed and agreed at the Parish Council's ...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 10 May 23 -
What would you like to ask your local MP?
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukGreg 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 CouncilPosted: 9 May 23 -
Laurel Clearance - Pocket Park, Speldhurst
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Katie Neve - clerk@speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.ukToday 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 CouncilPosted: 4 May 23