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2010-10-16 Free Saturday Refuse Collection

Kent Hounds car park (by the Well Hill recycling area) from 11:15pm to 12:00pm. Get rid of those large rubbish items, when the dust-cart comes to Well Hill, without having to travel to the amenity dump. The dates are easy to remember - they are the third Saturday every three months (Jan, Apr, Jul ,Oct)

For more information see http://www.whra.org.uk/saturday_refuse_collection.htm

2010-10-02 Lullingstone Castle World Garden

The traditional Lullingstone Guest Lecture, this year with Head Tree Man of Kew Gardens - Tony Kirkham, Saturday 2nd October, 2pm - 6.30pm. Special price £30.00 includes Tom's Garden Tour, tea in the House and the Tony Kirkham Lecture.

For more information see http://www.lullingstonecastle.co.uk/

2010-09-12 Lullingstone World Garden

Lullingstone Castle Plant Fair with the Hardy Plant Society, Sunday 12th September from 11am to 5pm.

For more information see http://www.lullingstonecastle.co.uk/

2010-09-04 CHELSFIELD AND WELL HILL DISTRICT PRODUCE SHOW

Saturday 4th September at Chelsfield Village Hall. Entries accepted between 9:30 and 11am. Viewing from 2pm with prize giving from 3pm. Schedules and details from 01689 831826 or 01959 535022

For more information see http://www.whra.org.uk/produce-show/produce_show_2010.pdf

2010-07-24 Lullingstone World Garden

On 24th and 25th July (11am to 5pm) the World Garden have their Plant Hunter weekend! It's going to be a crazy day because Tom Harte Dyke is dressing up as David Douglas and leading guided tours of the garden (at 12:30 and 3:30pm), celebrity chef Simon Boyle will give cooking demonstrations, there will be a hog roast for proper feasting, and a miniature labyrinth as well as our plant hunter quiz, for younger visitors.

For more information see http://www.lullingstonecastle.co.uk/

2010-07-17 Free Saturday Refuse Collection

2010-07-11 3rd Annual Well Hill Musical Concert

Well Hill Mission Church on Sunday 11th July at 2:45pm. The concert will be under the leadership of Mr Julius Bannister and is assistedby a very talented group of young ladies giving a varied range of music for everyones taste. Weather permitting it will be held in the lovely church gardens. The tickets are priced at Ł6 and includes a cream tea. All profits will go towards church funding. Please contact the following for tickets

Carol and Chris Courtney	01959 535022
Wendy and Norman McDonnell	01959 534310
Julia and Terry Sparkes	01689 823749
Vera and Gerry Walker	01689 606738

Book early to save dissapointment

2010-07-10 Chelsfield Village Fair

Saturday 10th July from noon

2010-07-10 Lavender Festival Weekend and Lavender Aromatherapy Massages

The Hop Shop: Lavender Festival weekend: Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th July 2010. Food tastings, tours, farm burgers and teas.

Lavender Aromatherapy Massages in the lavender fields: Sat 3rd, Sun 4th, Thurs 8th, Fri 9th, Sat 10th and Sun 11th July 2010. Pre-booking essential. Ł30 for a 30 minute appointment..

For more information see http://www.hopshop.co.uk/

2010-07-07 Shoreham Parish Council Meeting at Well Hill

Shoreham Parish Council hold a meeting at the Well Hill Mission Church once a year. This year's meeting will be from 7:30pm in the Well Hill Mission Church at which the public can attend.

2010-07-06 Kent Police move to Sevenoaks Council offices

Kent Police and Sevenioaks District Council will be working even closer together when the police public enquiries desk moves into the Council’s Argyle Road offices in Sevenoaks. The new police reception opened on the 28th June 2010 and provides all the services that were available at the Akehurst Lane police station. These include reporting crime, accidents and missing people, dealing with lost and found property, giving out crime prevention advice and checking driving documents. Kent Police will have two public enquiry officers based at the Argyle Road offices, one on duty in reception, the other based in the Community Safety Unit, who is available when needed. As part of the new arrangements, the police station based in Akehurst Lane, Sevenoaks has now closed A number of improvements have been made to the Council's public reception area as part of the police co-location, including a booth for confidential customer interviews and a confidential interview area for the police. The design of the new police counter and the reception take account the longer-term aim of co-locating Sevenoaks Police Station in its entirety to the Council offices after the lease on Epicurus House expires in December 2012. The new arrangements build on the previous developments when the Council and Kent Police joined forces last September to launch the District’s first ever Community Safety Unit bringing police and Council staff into one team to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour. It also highlights how the Council and Kent Police are working together for the benefit of residents, whilst enhancing the visibility of the police within the town. The police opening times are 8.45am to 5pm Monday to Thursday and 8.45am to 4.45pm on Fridays. When the Council offices are closed, visitors with police related matters can use the easily accessible emergency phone located by the entrance. Callers will be put through to the Kent Police Force Contact and Control Centre. Members of the public can also continue to visit any of Kent Police’s public enquiries desks at other stations in the area including Swanley, Tonbridge and West Malling if more convenient. Opening times for these stations can be found at www.kent.police.uk or by ringing 01622 690690.

For more information see http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/news/2010/june/4225.asp

2010-07-06 Police Community Safety Newsletter - Summer

Kent Police's Community Safety Newsletter for the Well Hill Area has been published. It can be downloaded at http://www.kent.police.uk/Your%20Area/west_kent/newsletters/Crockenhill%20and%20Well%20Hill.pdf (566kBytes). This newsletter also contains crime prevention advice such as:

• Shut and lock windows, doors and sheds to deter opportunist thieves
• If you are in your back garden, check your property is secure
• Do not leave valuables on display in your car and shut the windows
• If you go on holiday use lights and radios on timers to give the illusion you are there
• Use a good bicycle lock and lock it to something secure
• Property mark your valuables with your postcode using a UV pen
• Avoid leaving packaging outside that shows burglars what you have recently bought

For more information see http://www.kent.police.uk/Your%20Area/west_kent/newsletters/Crockenhill%20and%20Well%20Hill.pdf

2010-07-04 Save energy and money with HeatSeekers

Residents should listen out for a knock at the door in the coming weeks which could save them money. Following a thermal survey of 13,000 homes in the Sevenoaks District Council area, HeatSeekers representatives will be calling at properties with poor energy efficiency to make their inhabitants aware just how much money they could save on heating bills by better insulating their home. The qualified HeatSeekers surveyors will offer advice and crucially details of free or discounted home insulation. Each surveyor will carry a photo ID card and letter of authority from Sevenoaks Council. Any resident wishing to check the identify of a surveyor will be able to contact Sevenoaks Council. They will also be given the opportunity to opt out of receiving a visit. Last winter, HeatSeekers surveyed homes using thermal imaging technology to identify properties which were losing heat through their roof, walls, windows and doors. The scheme was developed by the Energy Saving Partnership and operates in partnership with Sevenoaks District Council. If any homeowner would like a free insulation survey on their property please call HeatSeekers on 0800 111 4968 or visit www.homeheatseekers.co.uk.

For more information see http://www.homeheatseekers.co.uk

2010-07-03 Lavender Festival Weekend and Lavender Aromatherapy Massages

The Hop Shop's Lavender Festival weekend: Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th July. Food tastings, tours, farm burgers and teas.

Lavender Aromatherapy Massages in our lavender fields: Sat 3rd, Sun 4th, Thurs 8th, Fri 9th, Sat 10th and Sun 11th July 2010. Pre-booking essential. Ł30 for a 30 minute appointment.. LAVENDER SEASON We're already being asked when the lavender starts to turn purple, as well as when the lavender events start... so here are the dates. The first purple colour starts to appear in the fields in mid-June and we start cutting the fresh bunches for drying in late June. Harvesting for the oil starts in mid July and is usually finished in early August.

For more information see http://www.hopshop.co.uk/

2010-06-20 Well Hill Mission Church Founding Day

Service of celebration of the 117th anniversary of the founding of the mission church at Well Hill led by the Rector. Including Holy Communion. Collection for Christian Aid.

2010-06-19 The Kentones Barbershop Chorus

The barbershop chorus are performing at St Botolphs Church Lullingstone at 6:30pm. There will be Canapes and bubbly. Tickets Ł12.00 available from Valerie Wells on 01322 860868

2010-06-19 Swanley 'Jump-In' pool party for 8-14 year olds

Swanley Leisure Centre will once again host the popular pool party event held for young residents, with music and fun for everyone. The 'Jump In' pool party will take place on Saturday 19 June from 6pm to 8pm, exclusively for eight to 14 year olds, with popular artist DJ Ignition playing all the latest tunes. There will be cool lights and plenty of fun stuff in the pool, all for Ł5. Young people will have the pool completely to themselves at the event and the café at the Leisure Centre will also be open with special offers for parents and guardians who want to stay. The 'Jump-in' pool party will be held at White Oak Leisure Centre, Swanley, BR8 7BT where tickets can be purchased in advance. Places are limited so tickets should be bought early to avoid disappointment. To book tickets in advance contact White Oak Leisure Centre by calling 01322 662188, or for more information on the event call Sevenoaks District Council on 01732 227000.

2010-06-12 Church Fete

Saturday 12 June at the Rectory, Skibbs Lane. 12 noon to 4.30 pm

2010-06-10 Theft and Attempted Theft

Overnight on the 10th June an outbuilding to a property in Rock Hill was broken into but nothing taken. Around the same time stables, also in Rock Hill, had a horse rug, five horse collars, a pink wheelbarrow and a fork stolen. If you have any information contact Kent Police (01622 690690) quoting crime Reports BY/8372/10 and BY/8389/10.

For more information see http://www.kent.police.uk/

2010-06-02 Local Artist Exhibiting at Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve

Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve are holding an Art Exhibition by Hartley Art Group (all local Artists) on 2nd to 6th June,10am -4pm. There will be framed paintings, mounted painting, prints and greeting cards for sale, entrance is free so come and have a browse and see work by our local artist Patricia Peek. Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve is situated on the north side of the A25 Bradbourne Vale Road, between Riverhead and Bat and Ball.

For more information see http://maps.google.co.uk/?ie=UTF8&ll=51.294505,0.170202&spn=0.035799,0.061026&z=14

2010-05-26 PACT meeting at Well Hill Mission Church

PACT (Partners and Community Together) will be meeting at Well Hill Mission Church on Wednesday 26th May at 7pm. The agenda includes: Review of Action Plan and update on actions since last meeting; Prioritisation of issues; Feedback to the Community

2010-05-26 CHELSFIELD AND WELL HILL DISTRICT PRODUCE SHOW

Saturday 4th September at Chelsfield Village Hall. The schedule and rules are available online at http://www.whra.org.uk/produce-show/ Schedules and details from 01689 831826 or 01959 535022

For more information see http://www.whra.org.uk/produce-show/produce_show_2010.pdf

2010-05-08 'BAY TREE' FOOD TASTING DAY

SATURDAY 8TH MAY 2010 Try some of the Bay Tree savoury specials at the Hop Shop on the road from Well Hill to Eynsford.

For more information see http://www.hopshop.co.uk/

2010-04-27 AGM 8pm

The Well Hill Residents' Association AGM will be held at The Lodge, Lullingstone Golf Course from 8pm. There will be a talk from the Director of the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Also at the AGM will be Kent Police and Parish, Sevenoaks District and Kent County Council representatives.

2010-04-24 HONEY TASTING DAY

SATURDAY 24th APRIL 2010 Taste some of the local honey at the Hop Shop - Castle Farm - with their expert bee-keeper. As well as being delectable, local honey is reputed to reduce hayfever symptoms if consumed daily in the lead-up to 'pollen season'!

For more information see http://www.hopshop.co.uk/

2010-04-17 Free Saturday Refuse Collection

2010-04-16 Youth Zone Skateboard and BMX Coaching

Easter holiday fun with the Youth Zone Friday 16 April– 11am to 3.30pm – Swanley St. Mary’s Recreation Ground - skateboard and BMX coaching The Youth Zone Team will be on hand to provide a safe, lively and fun atmosphere, but will not be able to take responsibility for children during the event. All children should be supervised by a parent or carer. For more information visit www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/inthezone or call 01732 227000

For more information see http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/inthezone

2010-04-09 Youth Zone Indoor Ice Rink

Easter holiday fun with the Youth Zone Friday 9 April – 11am to 3.30pm – Horton Kirby and South Darenth Village Hall, Horton Road, South Darenth - indoor ice rink The Youth Zone Team will be on hand to provide a safe, lively and fun atmosphere, but will not be able to take responsibility for children during the event. All children should be supervised by a parent or carer. For more information visit www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/inthezone or call 01732 227000

For more information see http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/inthezone

2010-04-08 Youth Zone Human Table Football and Cheer Leading Dance Workshop

Easter holiday fun with the Youth Zone Thursday 8 April – 11am to 3.30pm - Sevenoaks Community Centre, Crampton’s Road, Sevenoaks - human table football and cheer leading dance workshop The Youth Zone Team will be on hand to provide a safe, lively and fun atmosphere, but will not be able to take responsibility for children during the event. All children should be supervised by a parent or carer. For more information visit www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/inthezone or call 01732 227000

For more information see http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/inthezone

2010-04-08 No Refuse Collection on Thursday

Due to the Easter Bank Holidays, the usual Thursday collection will now be on Friday 9th April.

For more information see http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/refuse

2010-04-06 Youth Zone Sports and Games

Easter holiday fun with the Youth Zone It’s almost time for the Easter holidays, which means the ‘In the Zone’ Team will be out and about with six days of free fun activities. The Easter events take place at indoor venues and activities include arts and crafts, workshops and fun and games. Events run from 11am to 3.30pm on: Tuesday 6 April – The Junction, Swanley Youth Centre, St. Mary’s Road, Swanley - sports and games The Youth Zone Team will be on hand to provide a safe, lively and fun atmosphere, but will not be able to take responsibility for children during the event. All children should be supervised by a parent or carer. For more information visit www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/inthezone or call 01732 227000

For more information see http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/inthezone

2010-04-06 No Refuse Collection on Tuesday

Due to the Easter Bank Holidays, the usual Tuesday collection will now be on Wednesday 7th April.

For more information see http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/refuse

2010-04-01 Appeal Lodged for Residential Caravan Site

An appeal has been lodged against the refusal by Sevenoaks District Council for land at North East of Westwood Farm West of M25 and South of Redmans Lane, Rock Hill, Orpington for " Change of use to residential including the stationaing of 2 mobile homes and 4 touring caravans for an extended gypsy family".

For more information see http://www.pcs.planningportal.gov.uk/pcsportal/ViewCase.asp?casename=APP/G2245/A/10/2125613&caseaddress=COO.2036.300.8.3442337

2010-03-28 Two men arrested for burglary

Two men were arrested today (Sunday) whilst attempting a burglary at the Kent Hounds. Police responded quickly when alerted to suspicious behaviour.

2010-03-23 Fifty plus forum

Residents aged 50 and older are being urged to get involved in setting up and running a new forum to give themselves a greater voice and influence over local decisions that affect them. Older people's forums are run by older people for older people. They have been running across the UK since the 1990s and give a collective voice to the over 50s who want to influence decisions that affect their lives and have a say about how local services and plans are developed for them. There are over 50 forums in the South East with new ones being set up across west Kent. Public events have been organised to help set up Sevenoaks District’s first ever older people's forum. The free event takes place in Swanley between 10.30am and 12.30pm on Tuesday 23 March at the Alexandra Suite, St Mary's Road, Swanley BR8 7BU Interested residents can come to the free events for a coffee and find out about their local services and facilities and how to get involved. There will also be a market place of information and advice stalls and guest speakers from key organisations. Sevenoaks District Council in partnership with Age Concern, Help the Aged, Voluntary Action West Kent, Sevenoaks District Council, and Kent County Council and West Kent Housing Association, is organising the three launch events. Once up-and-running, the forum will run by older people and will be totally independent and impartial. For further information or help with transport to the launch events, please contact Fiona Watkins on 01732 454785 or e-mail diane.aslett@helptheaged.org.uk

2010-03-01 Enforcement Notice issued for land south of Redmans Lane

An Enforcement Notice was issued by the Sevenoaks District Council for land at North East of Westwood Farm West of M25 and South of Redmans Lane, Rock Hill, Orpington to "Permanently cease the use of the Land as a residential caravan site."

For more information see http://www.whra.org.uk/archives/2010_enforcement_notice.htm

2010-02-20 Detectives are appealing for information

Detectives are appealing for information about tools and a car taken during a burglary at a commercial garage that specialises in repairing Citroën cars. The tools were taken from the garage at Rock Hill near Orpington between 19:00 on the 1st February and 00:30 on the 2nd February. The garage shutters were forced to get access and among the items stolen were a laptop computer and scanner and specialist tools worth thousands of pounds. A black Citroën C5 that was at the garage for repairs was also taken although this was found abandoned at nearby Redmans Lane at half past midnight on 2nd. As a result of the burglary the garage owner may be forced out of business. Police are very keen to trace the whereabouts of the stolen items and would like to hear from anyone who may recently have been offered commercial tools for sale or who has any information about the burglary. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact police on 01732 379217 (if possible quoting reference 1635) or Kent Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Callers to Crimestoppers do not have to leave their name. Information can also be emailed to appeals.westkent@kent.pnn.police.uk

2010-02-20 New PCSO

Since PC Fran Croucher was suspended from duty earlier this year, Cockerhurst, Park Gate and Well Hill have been without any neigbourhood policing. From this month, PCSO Alan Hearn has tranfered from Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth and is starting to learn the area. We are still without a neighbourhood PC but at least we have some police presense in the area. PCSO Alan Hearn contact details are: 0777 222 5969 alan.hearn@kent.pnn.police.uk

2010-02-18 Burglary to a property off Rock Hill

Between 08:00 and 23:00 on Thursday 18th February there was a burglary to a property off Rock Hill; the front door was forced and a TV and mobile phone taken. If you have any information contact the Swanley neighbourhood policing team on 01322 422502 quoting Crime Report BY/2468/10 .

2010-01-16 Free Saturday Refuse Collection

2009-12-28 Thames Gateway Quartet and Guests

The Thames Gateway Quartet and Guests present a relaxing concert featuring well-loved poems blended with popular classics and light music on Monday 28th December at 3pm in Chelsfield Village Hall. Tickets are £6.00 in aid of Help for Heroes and Village hall restoration. Box office 01689 896405.

For more information see http://www.helpforheroes.org.uk/

2009-12-24 Christmas Communion

After several years of absence, Christmas Communion will once again take place at the Well Hill Mission Church. It will start at 7pm on Christmas Eve.

2009-12-23 Collection date for Gammon, TURKEYS, GEESE, PHEASANTS and DUCKS for Christmas

From the local Hop Shop (between Well Hill and Eynsford). COLLECTION DATE FOR GAMMONS, TURKEYS, GEESE and DUCKS is WEDNESDAY 23rd DECEMBER... when the Hop Shop will be welcoming you with their speciality hot apple and ginger punch.

For more information see http://www.hopshop.co.uk/

2009-12-21 Carol Singing at the Bo Peep

Carol Singing at the Bo Peep

2009-12-21 Heat Seekers

A HeatSeekers vehicle will be in and around much of the Sevenoaks District Council (SDC) area from 21/12/09 until early in the new year. The vehicle will travel around the streets at around 15mph with a thermal imaging camera recording energy loss in the housing stock (all tenures, though the scheme is aimed at private sector stock). The van is clearly identified with HeatSeekers information and the driver will not need to knock at any doors, but will have ID if challenged. The vehicle will operate between 8pm and midnight to be most effective. Occupiers of the most affected properties will be contacted and offered advice at a later date. SDC don't anticipate there being any problems as things have run smoothly in other authority areas and received very positive feedback. If you would like to discuss the scheme and its benefits, please contact the District Council's Climate Change Officer, Louise Shrubsole, on 01732 227000 or email louise.shrubsole@sevenoaks.gov.uk - or you can see further details on the HeatSeekers website http://www.homeheatseekers.co.uk/press/heatseekers-vehicles-hit-the-road-with-uk-insulation-targets-in-their-sights/

For more information see http://www.homeheatseekers.co.uk/press/heatseekers-vehicles-hit-the-road-with-uk-insulation-targets-in-their-sights/

2009-12-21 Road Salting

If you have a salt bin near you and it need refilling contact Kent Highways on 0845 8247900 to request it be refilled. You can also use their web site (see link below). This is not the same website that Kent Highways gives on the phone. They have forgotten to update their message after recent web site changes! Once at the CORRECT website, click "Report a Fault" : Select any customer type (there is not one for member of the public) : Click "next" : Select a "fault category" of "Winter Maintenance" : and the rest should be self explanatory. Please not that the salt is for roads only and using it for private drives could be classified as stealing.

For more information see http://www.kent.gov.uk/KHSFaults/

2009-12-17 Carol Singing at the Five Bells

Carol Singing at the Five Bells

2009-12-16 Carol Service at the Well Hill Mission Church 8pm

Join other residents for the festive Carol Service in our very own Mission Church. It starts at 8pm with mince pies and drinks later. Suitable for all ages and children are especially welcome - even babes in arms.

2009-12-14 Last date to order local TURKEYS, GEESE, PHEASANTS and DUCKS for Christmas

From the local Hop Shop (between Well Hill and Eynsford). TURKEYS, GEESE, PHEASANTS and DUCKS - the deadline for guaranteed orders is Monday 14th December The free-range, bronze turkeys are reared in Kent and can be supplied whole or as 'crowns' of the breast meat. The free-range pheasant and geese are reared locally in the Darenth Valley. The ducks are from Debden Green, Essex.

For more information see http://www.hopshop.co.uk/

2009-12-09 Internet Cafe

Learn more about using the Internet in the Parish Room, Chelsfield Village from 2:30pm to 4:30pm. Ideal for beginners and those who want to do more on the Internet.

2009-12-04 Beware of two telephone scan in the Well Hill Area

A company claiming to be Crime Reduction UK is telephoning homes in West Kent trying to get personal information such as bank details. If you receive such a call, dial 1471 to see if they did not block there telephone number. In all cases let Consumer Direct know on 0845 4040506.

A burglar alarm company going by the name of SAS Security have been making phonecalls to residents stating that they are working in conjunction with the police to help protect houses from burglars. They are asking people if they currently have a burglar alarm and are offering to come out and install a free alarm if they do not currently have one. We believe this to be a scam for the company to gain access to properties and would advise all residents to not give them any personal information or state that they do not have an alarm. If you receive such a call, dial 1471 to see if they did not block there telephone number. In all cases let Consumer Direct know on 0845 4040506.

2009-11-26 Last date to order Gammon for Christmas

From the local Hop Shop. GAMMONS - the deadline for guaranteed orders is Thursday 26th November. These wonderful GAMMONS are smoked over beechwood are cured in apple juice, honey and herbs. They are supplied to the Hop Farm as a special favour by Denhay Farm in Dorset who can also provide truckles (small drums) of their famous cheddar cheese.

For more information see http://www.hopshop.co.uk/

2009-11-25 Ladies Night - Anne Summers Party - 30 days before Christmas

Wednesday 25th November Five Bells Ladies Night Anne Summers Party Free Nibbles Lots of Giggles!

2009-11-19 Local History Group

Thursday 19th November Brass Crosby Room Local History Group from 10.15am

2009-11-18 Chelsfield Players present “Our Country’s Good”

Wed 18th Thur 19th Fri 20th & Sat 21st November Chelsfield Village Hall Chelsfield Players present “Our Country’s Good” by Timberlake Wertenbaker £6.50 Box Office (01689) 831 187 ABOUT THE PLAY In an Australian penal colony in 1789, a young lieutenant directs rehearsals of the Restoration comedy The Recruiting Officer. With only two copies of the text, a cast of convicts, opposition from sadistic officers, unforgiving conditions and a leading lady who may be about to be hanged, Australia’s first ever theatrical production is in trouble from the start. . .

2009-11-17 Quiz Night

Tuesday 17th November Five Bells Quiz Night from 9.00pm

2009-11-09 Residents urged not to miss out on free heating scheme

Residents urged not to miss out on free heating scheme Residents who are not connected to the gas network may be able to benefit from a new heating system installed for free or with a large subsidy as part of a pilot project to test a new form of environmentally friendly heating. Sevenoaks District Council is working with National Energy Action to trial air source heat pumps, a revolutionary form of heating which is more efficient, and therefore cheaper, than traditional gas alternatives such as LPG, oil or storage heaters. Air source heat pumps run off mains electricity. They circulate hot air in the home and are used overseas, even in colder climates than our own. National Energy Action will pay the first £3,500 of the installation, which in many cases will cover all the costs. The homeowner or tenant would be expected to pay any additional costs. To qualify, residents must be in receipt of a means tested or disablement benefit and they cannot be on the gas network. Ideally they will be looking to replace their existing heating system. For more information, residents should call Sevenoaks District Council on 01732 227000 or e-mail private.sector.housing@sevenoaks.gov.uk. The trial is part of a countrywide scheme operated by the National Energy Action (a registered charity campaigning for warm homes) and local councils to find 200 homes to try out the new system.

2009-11-09 Older residents' classes to help avoid the risk of falling

Older residents' classes to help avoid the risk of falling With wetter, colder weather leading to increased chances of slips and falls, free classes are being run for older people to help avoid the risk of falling. A third of over 65s and a half of over 80s fall at least once a year and many of these falls can lead to injury and time spent in hospital. However, in many cases these falls can be avoided. Sevenoaks District Council in partnership with NHS West Kent run free falls prevention classes to help older residents reduce their risk of falling. The classes use gentle exercises to help improve muscle strength, flexibility and balance. They also cover what to do in the event of a fall, for example how best to get up off the floor and when it is safe to do so. Classes run at: • Swanley – Wednesdays 11am to 12 noon at the Age Concern Meeting Point, 37 High Street, Swanley, Kent, BR8 8AE For more information on the classes, please call Sevenoaks District Council on 01732 227000.

2009-10-22 Appeal for information about suspicious fire

Kent Police are appealing for information following a fire at a warehouse at Well Hill near Orpington on Thursday 15 October.

The fire, which started at around 9pm, damaged the warehouse and homes nearby had to be evacuated while emergency services dealt with the incident.

The fire is being treated as arson and the cause is being investigated.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 01732 379217 (if possible quoting reference 15074) or Kent Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Callers to Crimestoppers do not have to leave their name. Information can also be emailed to appeals.westkent@kent.pnn.police

2009-10-21 Warehouse Fire Confirmed as Arson

Kent Police have confirmed that the warehouse fire on Thursday 15th October 2009, at Rock Hill, was arson.

2009-10-19 The Warehouse Fire

Photographs of the warehouse fire on Thursday 16th October 2009 can be seen on our website by following the link below. We hope to be able to give more factual information about the fire when it becomes available.

For more information see http://www.whra.org.uk/archives/2009_blaze.htm

2009-10-17 Free Saturday Refuse Collection

2009-10-17 Philip Lane’s Chelsfield Photo Show

Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th October - Philip Lane’s Chelsfield Photo Show - Chelsfield Village Hall.

2009-10-16 Fire at Well Hill Leads to Evacuation

On Thursday evening around 9pm there was a fire at the warehouse and offices of SDMS Ltd. These were on Rock Hill (Chelsfield side). By 10pm the police were evacuating residents. Some were directed to Chelsfield School and some to the Mission Church. Most of those that went to the school ended up in the Five Bells as the key for the school was located in Sittingbourne. Some others found comfort with neighbours. Our thanks go to all those who provided warmth and drinks to all evacuees. A 250 metre cordon was set up around the fire due to there being gas bottles in the buildings. These gas bottles were used for heating as mains gas does not go up Rock Hill. Around 2:30am people were able to get back home. We are not aware of any injuries to residents. If you have any photographs that we can put on the website, please send them to one of the committee. There was loss of electricity to several properties on Friday as EDF disconnected the burnt-out properties from the electrical supply. We also have heard that some residents were not happy with the way the police carried out the evacuation. If you have any complaints in the way you were treated, please let the committee know so that we can take the matter up with Kent Police.

2009-09-19 CHELSFIELD AND WELL HILL DISTRICT PRODUCE SHOW

Saturday 19th September at Chelsfield Village Hall. Entries accepted between 9:30 and 11am. Viewing from 2pm with prize giving from 3pm. Schedules and details from 01689 831826 or 01959 535022

For more information see http://www.whra.org.uk/produce-show/

2009-09-14 Summer Newsletter

The Summer Newsletter is available online at http://www.whra.org.uk/newsletter/2009-09.pdf

For more information see http://www.whra.org.uk/newsletter/2009-09.pdf

2009-09-13 IT'S TIME TO TASTE A REAL APPLE AGAIN

The local Norfolk Royal apples are ripening now and if you can't wait to get their teeth into a decent English apple go to the Hop Shop. The orchard is opening for PYO from Thursday 3rd September until Sunday 11th October. Opening times will be Weekdays 1pm - 5pm, Saturdays and Sundays 10am - 5pm. The orchard is only closed if the weather is bad, so if in doubt please telephone 01959 523219 to check. The Hop Shop also has a vacancy so if you want to work in a beautiful setting, there is a vacancy for a long-term, part-time person to work in The Hop Shop on Sundays and Mondays 9.30 - 5.30. If interested, please telephone 01959 523219 and ask for Caroline.

For more information see http://www.hopshop.co.uk/location.asp

2009-09-09 PACT meeting

(Partners and Community together) - Well Hill Mission church 7pm

2009-08-12 Family Fun Day - Family Challenge

Crockenhill Harvestfield, off Harvest Way Family Challenge - Fun challenges for all the family! 11am to 3:30pm Wednesday 12th August. Plus Musical Bumps singing games, puppets and percussion for 0-5 year olds Plus the Get S.O.R.T.ed Team for healthy lifestyle advice

For more information see http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/leisure__culture/young_people/in_the_zone_school_holiday_activities/3728.asp

2009-08-11 Family Fun Day - Reptile Razzmatazz

Shoreham Recreation Ground, off High Street 11am to 3:30pm, Tuesday 11th August Reptile Razzmatazz - Come and meet some amazing creatures!

For more information see http://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/leisure__culture/young_people/in_the_zone_school_holiday_activities/3728.asp

2009-07-23 Chelsfield Players present Lady Windermere's Fan

Chelsfield Players present Lady Windermere's Fan 8pm on Thu 23 - Sat 25 July Ł6 phone 01689 831187

2009-07-18 Free Saturday Refuse Collection

Kent Hounds car park (by the Well Hill recycling area) from 11:15pm to 12:00pm. Get rid of those large rubbish items, when the dust-cart comes to Well Hill, without having to travel to the amenity dump.

For more information see http://www.whra.org.uk/saturday_refuse_collection.htm

2009-07-18 Swanley pool party for Ł5 for young people aged 8 to 14

Young people will be able to once again ‘jump-in’ to a Swanley pool party when the popular event comes back to Swanley. The Jump-in’ pool party will be held at White Oak Leisure Centre on Saturday 18 July from 6pm to 8pm, exclusively for 8 to 14 year olds. There will be a DJ playing all the latest tunes, cool lights, plenty of fun stuff in the pool, all for just Ł5! Tickets can be purchased in advance from White Oak Leisure Centre or on the night. Places are limited and the last party sold out, so buy your tickets early to avoid disappointment! Young people will have the pool completely to themselves at the event and the café at the Leisure Centre will also be open with special offers for parents and guardians who want to stay. For more information, contact each leisure centre directly: White Oak, Swanley: 01322 662188

2009-07-17 General healthy living advice at Eynsford

The Get S.O.R.T.ed team is out and about this July providing residents with a wealth of free advice and information to help them get back into shape. The first steps to get back into an exercise routine or follow a healthier diet can be tough. However, with the right information at their fingertips, the Get S.O.R.T.ed team can help find something for everyone to enjoy, get motivated and crucially to get started. Free 'one stop shops' are available for adults that provide individual help on anything to do with exercise and healthier eating. There is no need to book, just turn up and have a chat to one of the team. They can even call back a few weeks later to provide further support and encouragement! And all this is free! The Get S.O.R.T.ed team is aiming to visit a number venues in the District and is currently visiting the following locations in July: For general healthy living advice: Friday 17 July Eynsford Country Market, Eynsford Village Hall, 2pm to 3pm For further information please call Sevenoaks District Council on 01732 227000 or e-mail healthyliving@sevenoaks.gov.uk. The Get S.O.R.T.ed initiative is organised by Sevenoaks District Council in partnership with Sencio Community Leisure and funded by NHS West Kent.

2009-07-15 General healthy living advice at Swanley

The Get S.O.R.T.ed team is out and about this July providing residents with a wealth of free advice and information to help them get back into shape. The first steps to get back into an exercise routine or follow a healthier diet can be tough. However, with the right information at their fingertips, the Get S.O.R.T.ed team can help find something for everyone to enjoy, get motivated and crucially to get started. Free 'one stop shops' are available for adults that provide individual help on anything to do with exercise and healthier eating. There is no need to book, just turn up and have a chat to one of the team. They can even call back a few weeks later to provide further support and encouragement! And all this is free! The Get S.O.R.T.ed team is aiming to visit a number venues in the District and is currently visiting the following locations in July: For general healthy living advice: Wednesday 15 July Swanley Market, 9am to 12 noon For further information please call Sevenoaks District Council on 01732 227000 or e-mail healthyliving@sevenoaks.gov.uk. The Get S.O.R.T.ed initiative is organised by Sevenoaks District Council in partnership with Sencio Community Leisure and funded by NHS West Kent.

2009-07-12 Thames Gateway Quartet at Well Hill Mission Church

The Thames Gateway Quartet classics and light music Well Hill Mission Church 3pm on Sun 12 July Ł6 phone 01689 874876

For more information see http://www.villageconcerts.info

2009-07-11 Chelsfield Village Fair

Chelsfield Village Fair has been a regular event since the Chelsfield Goose Fair in 2000. It takes place on the Recreation Ground/Cricket Green/Village Green next to the Village Hall in Chelsfield Village on a Saturday in July. Every year there is a headline charity and they receive a donation of 50% of the profit leaving the remaining 50% to be allocated to local good causes. The Fair attracts large numbers of visitors, way out of proportion to the small population of Chelsfield and it is a very popular local event. Since 2006, the entertainment has been augmented by flying displays, the cost of which is paid for by Chelsfield Flying Club, a group of people who drink in the Five Bells and pay not insignificant sums in order to hire display aircraft. Admission is Ł1, there is a very cheap beer tent and a superb barbecue and hog-roast.

For more information see http://www.chelsfieldfair.com/

2009-07-11 LAVENDER INDULGENCE WEEKEND

Saturday 11th - Sunday 12th July - Lavender massages in the field, tours, food tastings, beefburgers, teas, plants, crafts,etc at The Hop Shop

For more information see http://www.hopshop.co.uk/location.asp

2009-07-10 Individual one to one healthy living advice:

The Get S.O.R.T.ed team is out and about this July providing residents with a wealth of free advice and information to help them get back into shape. The first steps to get back into an exercise routine or follow a healthier diet can be tough. However, with the right information at their fingertips, the Get S.O.R.T.ed team can help find something for everyone to enjoy, get motivated and crucially to get started. Free 'one stop shops' are available for adults that provide individual help on anything to do with exercise and healthier eating. There is no need to book, just turn up and have a chat to one of the team. They can even call back a few weeks later to provide further support and encouragement! And all this is free! The Get S.O.R.T.ed team is aiming to visit a number venues in the District and is currently visiting the following locations in July: For individual one to one healthy living advice: Friday 10 July Lullingstone Park Visitor Centre, 10am to 1.30pm For further information please call Sevenoaks District Council on 01732 227000 or e-mail healthyliving@sevenoaks.gov.uk. The Get S.O.R.T.ed initiative is organised by Sevenoaks District Council in partnership with Sencio Community Leisure and funded by NHS West Kent.

2009-07-08 Bird walk at Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve

Local residents can find out more about the exotic bird species that can be seen in Sevenoaks during the summer months. Sevenoaks District Council is holding the two bird walks, on Wednesday 17 June at 10am and Wednesday 8 July at 6.30pm, at Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve. Both walks will last around two hours. No previous knowledge of birds is necessary as the walks will be led by experienced walk leaders who will provide information and advice on the many rare and exotic bird species at the Reserve. Places are strictly limited, and anyone who would like to attend should call Simon Davies on 01732 227374 to book a place, or e-mail sus.dev@sevenoaks.gov.uk Walkers are advised to wear appropriate footwear and outdoor clothing and be prepared for a little rain. If the weather is hot, walkers should bring water, sun-block and a hat. Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

2009-07-01 Shoreham Parish Council Meeting at Well Hill

Shoreham Parish Council hold a meeting at the Well Hill Mission Church once a year. This year's meeting will be from 7:30pm in the Well Hill Mission Church at which the public can attend.

2009-06-17 Bird walk at Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve

2009-06-06 Shoreham Village Fete 2009

The date for the Shoreham Fete is Saturday 6th June, 12.00 to 4.00pm on the school field. A full programme of entertainment for the main arena is planned.

2009-06-06 Chelsfield Fete in the Rectory Gardens

6th June Church Fete in the Rectory Gardens

2009-05-02 Bring and Buy Plant Sale

Saturday May 2nd from 10am to 2pm at Parkgate House next to lullingstone golf course. In aid of The Friends of St Botolph Church, Lullingstone

For more information see http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Parkgate+Road&sll=51.360594,0.16222&sspn=0.00351,0.01472&ie=UTF8&ll=51.36184,0.160911&spn=0.014926,0.02944&z=15

2009-04-25 Swanley 'Jump-In' pool party for 8-14 year olds

Young people can make a splash in Swanley during April! Young people will be able to 'jump-in' to an exciting new activity in Swanley in April and enjoy a party with a difference! The first ever Swanley 'Jump-In' pool party will be held at White Oak Leisure Centre on Saturday 25 April from 6pm to 8pm, especially for eight to 14 year olds. There will be a DJ playing all the latest tunes, cool lights and plenty of fun stuff in the pool to play with, all for just Ł5! Tickets can be purchased in advance from White Oak Leisure Centre or on the night. However places are limited, so it is being advised to buy tickets early. Young people will have the pool completely to themselves at the event and the café at the Leisure Centre will also be open with special offers for parents and guardians who want to stay. Young people will also have a chance to win a 2GB iPod Shuffle on the night! White Oak, Swanley: 01322 662188

2009-04-14 Easter Refuse Collection Dates

The collections in the week after Easter Monday will be a day later than normal. Tuesday's collection will be on Wednesday 15th April. Thursday's collection will be on Friday 17th April.

2009-04-10 Swanley morning swim for just Ł1 for young people under the age of 16

Make a splash with Ł1 swims Young people looking to have fun with their friends can take advantage of Ł1 swims during the Easter holidays. The discounted swims were offered at Sencio leisure centres last summer and proved so popular they are making a return in 2009. Over the Easter break young people under the age of 16 can turn up and swim during the morning for just Ł1 at Edenbridge, Sevenoaks and Swanley White Oak leisure centres. For more information, contact each leisure centre directly: Edenbridge: 01732 865665 Sevenoaks: 01732 740700 White Oak, Swanley: 01322 662188

2008-11-29 Safer Number Plate Scheme

10am-1pm Crockenhill Village Hall 1:30pm-4:30pm Eynsford Parish Office Vehicle number plates are regularly stolen. One use of stolen number plates is to put them on a car, go to the petrol station, fill up with petrol then drive away without paying. The Safer Number Plate Scheme will replace the normal screws that fix a number plate to a vehicle with tamper proof screws - free of charge at:. Crockenhill Village Hall, Stones Cross Road, Crockenhill, BR8 8LT and Eynsford Parish Office, Priory Lane, Eynsford, DA4 0AY

For more information see http://www.whra.org.uk/archives/2008-safer-number-plates.htm

2008-11-22 Police Surgery

Kent Hounds car park (by the Well Hill recycling area) from 12:15pm to 1:00pm. Meet PCSO Steve Vincent at the same time as getting rid of your rubbish. PCSO Steve Vincent can give help on crime prevention and anti social behaviour problems (for example noise, nuisance bonfires) and many other matters.

2008-10-16 Free Trees

For several years The North West Kent Countryside Project has give away free trees. If you live in the Sevenoaks District Council area and are a private individual, landowner or local group, you can apply for up to 25 free trees. Extra trees can be bought for 60p each. The Free Tree Scheme is able to supply trees to anyone owning land from gardens to farmland. All trees are whips and are therefore less than one metre high and are bare-rooted. There are many species to choose from including Ash, Wild Cherry, Field Maple, Hawthorn, Rowan and hedge plants. Applications for trees closes on 31st October each year. The details of allocations and collection dates will be made by the end of November. To apply, contact the North West Kent Countryside Project on 01322 294 727 for an application form which lists all types of trees available. All about the North West Kent Countryside Project ================================================== Started in 1984,the NWKCP (North West Kent Countryside Project) operates in the boroughs of Bexley, Dartford, Gravesham and Sevenoaks. It works to conserve and enhance the wildlife, landscape and cultural heritage of the countryside in both a rural and urban context. In addition, it encourages appropriate access to the wider countryside, promoting greater respect and understanding where opportunities exist. NWKCP's activities include providing guidance and advice to landowners, local communities, parish council's, schools and local user groups amongst many others, to develop, plan and implement wildlife and landscape improvements. NWKCP is also able to help individuals and groups access and apply for grant aid to carry out these projects, and is able to assist farmers in the AONB apply to national schemes such as the new Environmental Stewardship scheme. In addition it administers its own Landscape Enhancement Grant scheme for small-scale projects. NWKCP also runs a highly successful Free Tree Scheme (closing date for applications on 31 October each year), and provides up to twenty-five native trees completely free of charge to individuals or groups wishing to enhance the landscape. A leaflet and application form is available from the NWKCP office. For those wishing to actively participate in conservation work, NWKCP runs a volunteer group every Wednesday and Thursday to carry out small-scale projects. These vary from hedgelaying to pond creation to woodland management and can be carried out by all abilities.

2008-09-13 Free Saturday Refuse Collection

Kent Hounds car park (by the Well Hill recycling area) from 12:15pm to 1:00pm. Get rid of those large rubbish items, when the dust-cart comes to Well Hill, without having to travel to the amenity dump.

For more information see http://www.whra.org.uk/saturday_refuse_collection.htm

2008-09-06 CHELSFIELD AND WELL HILL DISTRICT PRODUCE SHOW

Saturday 6th September at Chelsfield Village Hall. Entries accepted between 9:30 and 11am. Viewing from 2pm with prize giving from 3pm. Schedules and details from 01689 831826 or 01959 535022

2008-08-13 CHELSFIELD PLAYERS present OVER MY DEAD BODY

Audience participation in a Murder Mystery to be Directed by Neil Robertson on Weds 13th, Thurs 14th, Fri 15th and Sat 16th August 2008 At 8.00pm In the Chelsfield Village Hall Doors open 7.30pm Lord Earnest Grabbit is a not a man without enemies. His notorious reputation as a penny pinching skinflint, watching every halfpenny that leaves his wallet knows no bounds and affects all those around him – from Daphne the daughter who wishes a new dress for the ball, to Cook – who has numerous bills to pay. With more than a few skeletons in the kitchen cupboards to unearth, the scene is set for an evening of intrigue, blackmail and eventually murder. It is then up to you, the audience, to use your powers of deduction to unmask the murderer(s)!

For more information see http://www.chelsfieldevents.co.uk/deadbody.pdf

2008-07-16 Wildlife Walk from Lullingstone Park Visitors Centre

2:30pm from Lullingstone Park Visitors Centre. A Woodland and Verteran Trees walk. The walk will look at woodlands and veteran trees and will be approximately two miles in length, with several stops at key locations to discuss the flora and fauna seen at these locations. It also gives residents a chance to look at some of the beautiful scenery that the district has to offer. No need to book, just turn up on the day wearing comfortable shoes and appropriate outdoor clothing and water, sunscreen and a hat if hot. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. For more details contact Simon Davies 01732 227000 sus.dev@sevenoaks.gov.uk

2008-07-13 Cream Tea with a String Quartet.

Well Hill Mission Church from 2:30pm Enjoy a concert by The Sabor Quartet - light classics with a cream tea. Ł6. For more detail phone 01689 874876

2008-07-05 LAVENDER FOOD WEEKEND

Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th July. 10am - 5pm Castle Farm (on road from Cockerhurst to Eynsford) Food tastings by their suppliers, bee-keeper, tours of the lavender fields and distillery, Shoreham WI teas in the marquee, Castle Farm beefburgers. Telephone 01959 523219

For more information see http://www.hopshop.co.uk

2008-07-05 Chelsfield Village Fair

Chelsfield’s highly popular annual fair featuring a 10 minute flying display from a Spitfire, steel band, karate display, pony rides, funfair, charity stalls, beer tent, barbecue, line dancing and much, much more. Live music in the evening from The Jets – stay till late! Admission on the day by programme, Adults Ł1 children free

For more information see http://www.chelsfieldevents.co.uk/eventspage.htm

2008-06-28 Free Saturday Refuse Collection

2008-06-22 TEA and TEA TASTING

What could be more English than spending a summer afternoon drinking tea in a marquee? If you'd like to learn more about tea (green, black, white, herbal…) - and try tasting some different blends to give you an appreciation of the different types and flavours, and how and where it’s produced - book in to our special talk by Alex Probyn, our local Master Tea Blender. Tickets Ł10 each (limited numbers). Telephone 01959 523219

For more information see http://www.hopshop.co.uk

2009-07-03: Summer Newsletter is out. This is a PDF file (470kB).
2009-06-05: Can a neighbour chop down my tree
2009-04-29: AGM at The Lodge from 8pm. There will be talks by PC Andy Blackmore (West Kent Crime Reduction Dept. and John Crozier (PACT) Sevenoaks Neighbourhood Policing Team. It is expected that representatives from the Parish, District and County Councils will be present to answer questions.
2009-04-10: Spring Newsletter is out. This is a PDF file (468kB).
2008-08-08: Latest Highway News from Kent County Council.
2008-07-16: There will Wildlife Walk from Lullingstone Park Visitors Centre starting at 2:30pm. A Woodland and Veteran Trees walk. No need to book, just turn up on the day wearing comfortable shoes and appropriate outdoor clothing and water, sunscreen and a hat if hot. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. For more details contact Simon Davies on 01732 227000.
2008-05-17: There will be a memorial to honour Sergeant John Ellis of No.85 Squadron who went 'missing' on 1st September 1940, when his Hawker Hurricane crashed at Chelsfield. The unveiling ceremony including a flypast will take place from 12 Noon on Saturday 17th May 2008. The location is opposite Court Lodge Farm on Warren Road, Chelsfield BR6 6ER.
2008-05-07: To see why Kent Police did not stop the 14 hour overnight rave in Longspring Wood, see the Sevenoaks Chronicle's report.
2008-04-10: Spring Newsletter is out. This is a PDF file (28kB).
2008-03-22: Latest on the Fort Halstead Development and details of exibitions.
2008-02-27: Local Government Council Taxes announced for 2008/09
2007-11-30: Winter Newsletter is out. This is a PDF file (22kB).
2007-10-25: The Gritting Schedule for roads in the Well Hill area
2007-10-10: Well Hill gets one of the first Area of Outstanding Beauty signs
2007-09-15: The Annual Chelsfield, Well Hill and District Produce Show
2007-03-16: Spring Newsletter is out with information about the AGM in April. This is a PDF file (390kB).
2007-03-08: Local Government Council Taxes announced for 2007/08
2007-02-12: Could you help in research into Health Inequalities and Public Involvement in Health Care?
2007-01-08: Cray Road in Crockenhill will be closed from 29th January to around the middle of April for a new sewer between numbers 22 and 52 Cray Road.
2007-01-05: Rock and Fountain is now closed. At present there is no date for the reopening.
2007-01-03: Well Hill (the road) will be closed for up to three days from 8th January due to road works near Well Hill House. See the closure notice for further details and contact telephone numbers.
2006-11-14: Shoreham at War £9.99 plus P+P
2006-11-05: The Great British Summer BBC1 8pm
Alan Titchmarsh leads us through June to September looking at the British people in all their eccentricities. The produce show is featured on this program. The preparation to the show may be on the 2nd (12th November) or 3rd (19th November) program with the actual produce on the 3rd (19th November) or 4th (26th November) program.
2006-09-02: The Annual Chelsfield, Well Hill and District Produce Show
2005-08-24: Summer Newsletter is out. This is a PDF file (265kB).
2006-08-04: BBC TV will be covering the Annual Chelsfield, Well Hill and District Produce Show. More details in the Summer Newsletter.
2006-05-30: The invasive plant Japanese knotweed discovered in Well Hill
2006-05-12: Save the English Bluebell from the Spanish Bluebells
2006-05-29: Refuse collections this week will be one day later than usual.
2006-05-01: Refuse collections this week will be one day later than usual.
2006-04-25: Please come to our AGM where we hope to have the local Police present and a talk on broadband availability.
2006-04-17: Refuse collections this week will be one day later than usual.
2006-04-15: There will be a police surgery at the Rock and Fountain on Saturday 15th April from 11am to noon.
2005-04-12: Spring Newsletter is out. This is a PDF file (362kB).
2006-02-23: Local Government Council Taxes announced for 2006/07

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