Community

Allotments Notice – Rent increase

At a meeting held on the 11 July 2023 the Parish Council resolved to increase the allotment fees to £20.00. Read more about Allotments Notice – Rent increase

Tonbridge & Malling Ramblers – group walks

Our friendly group is one of 13 Ramblers groups in Kent and part of the national Ramblers walking organisation. Read more about Tonbridge & Malling Ramblers – group walks

KALC Community Award 2024 for services to the community

At the Annual Parish Meeting held on the 2 April the Parish Council were delighted to present Anne Gough with the KALC Community Award in recognition of everything Anne has done for the village. Read more about KALC Community Award 2024 for services to the community

Trottiscliffe Tennis Club – Kids Tennis – Half Term Camps

Kids Tennis – Half Term Camps. Our tennis camps are a great way for children to be active and enjoy the sport. Read more about Trottiscliffe Tennis Club – Kids Tennis – Half Term Camps

Opening of Trottiscliffe Multi-Use Games Area

Opening of Trottiscliffe Multi-Use Games Area by Tom Tugendhat, Friday 29th September 2023. Read more about Opening of Trottiscliffe Multi-Use Games Area

Bus Services for the Village

You are probably aware but from February 2023 KCC will cease to fund the 58 bus service. Read more about Bus Services for the Village

Nu-Venture ‘Shopper’s Bus’ – No. 58

Nu-Venture continue the no. 58 (until July 2023) – ‘shoppers return bus’ facility one day a week. Read more about Nu-Venture ‘Shopper’s Bus’ – No. 58

Consultation for a Proposal for a Multi Use Games Area at Trottiscliffe Recreation Ground

The Parish Council would be really grateful if you spare 1-2 minutes to complete a survey on a proposal for a multi use games area at Trottiscliffe Recreation Ground. Read more about Consultation for a Proposal for a Multi Use Games Area at Trottiscliffe Recreation Ground

My Community Voice – Kent Police messaging system

Kent Police have introduced a new messaging system which allows members of the public to receive messages directly from their local Police station and PCSO’s. Read more about My Community Voice – Kent Police messaging system

Crime Update – Shed break-ins

Crime levels have been low during the lockdown but there has been a spate of shed break-ins so please do make sure you secure sheds and outbuildings. Read more about Crime Update – Shed break-ins

Launch of the Help to Care app in Kent and Medway

The Design and Learning Centre has been working hard with our NHS partners to support the invaluable work done by carers and care workers through a free mobile app called Help to Care. Read more about Launch of the Help to Care app in Kent and Medway

KCC & Medway Public Health: Mental health crisis support via text

A new text service has been launched across Kent and Medway for people of all ages needing mental health support. Read more about KCC & Medway Public Health: Mental health crisis support via text

KCC MEDIA RELEASE: Kent Together – 24 hour helpline launched

A 24 hour helpline has been set up to support vulnerable people in Kent who need urgent help, supplies or medication. Read more about KCC MEDIA RELEASE: Kent Together – 24 hour helpline launched

BART Community Support

We are revising our scheme in BART to help people who may be self-isolating (having to stay at home because of the Coronavirus) or who may just need a helping hand. Read more about BART Community Support

Sign Up to become an NHS responder

Members of the public will be helping the 1.5m vulnerable people who have been asked to “shield” themselves from COVID-19. Read more about Sign Up to become an NHS responder

Age UK – Coronavirus (Covid-19) – advice and guidance

Advice from Age UK including guidance on if you are feeling unwell, need help with food, social contact, financial hardship, benefits and scams. Read more about Age UK – Coronavirus (Covid-19) – advice and guidance

Advice Together Partnership: Useful contact numbers

Advice Together Partners contact details. We will update this information weekly to help you access the most appropriate organisation to offer help and support. Read more about Advice Together Partnership: Useful contact numbers

KALC Community Award 2019 for services to the community

Borough Councillor Ann Kemp was presented with the KALC Community Award at our Annual Parish Meeting for her services to the community. Read more about KALC Community Award 2019 for services to the community

Kent Association of Local Councils – Community Award

This scheme was set up to give official recognition of members of the public who make significant contributions to their communities. The scheme is supported by the High Sheriff of Kent, the Chairman of Kent County Council and the Mayor of Medway.

On Thursday 5 July, Richard Wallis, Chairman of the Parish Council presented the late Trevor Ledamun’s wife with this award for all of his services to the village. Drinks and nibbles were served outside on a glorious evening and lots of stories and memories of Trevor were shared.