Home
Welcome to Dymchurch
Dymchurch was once the headquarters for law and order on the Romney Marsh and its name derives from Deme, mediaeval English for judge or arbiter. It was here where the governors of the Marsh resided (known as The Lord of the Level), and where swift justice was administered to anyone endangering the wellbeing of the Marsh.
The Village was where Russell Thorndike wrote many of the infamous Dr Syn stories; fictitious yarns, inspired by local smuggling and law breaking on the Marsh and celebrated by the village bi annually in August. In sharp contrast to the Dr. Syn fables, Edith Nesbit, the famous children’s writer, also lived in Dymchurch. An enterprising author, she wrote a number of books including her most famous work – The Railway Children.
The central slipway, accessed via the High Street, leads to the beautiful open sandy beach. Childrens' amusements and rides, accessed via the seawall and High Street, together with eating establishments and essential shops are waiting to help you enjoy your stay in the village.
The Parish Council
Cllr Chris McCreedy (Chair)
Cllr Liam Finch (Vice Chair)
Cllr Dougie Young
Cllr Chrissie Cooper
Cllr Mark Wright
Cllr Andy Weatherhead
Cllr Anne Pegler
Cllr Cathy Young
Cllr V McCreedy
Council members can be contact through the Clerk at clerk@dymchurchparishcouncil.gov.uk
Mr Jeff Lawrence Parish Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer
Mr A Lawson Projects and Finance Officer
Mr G Constant Handyman/Groundsman
Member of Parliament, County Member and District Councillors
Tony Vaughan is the local MP for Folkestone and Hythe, which includes Dymchurch. tonyvaughan.co.uk
F&HDC Cllr Tony Cooper and Cllr Tony Hills represents Dymchurch at Folkestone & Hythe District Council,
Contact Tony Cooper on emails Tony.Cooper@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk
Contact Tony Hills on email Tony.Hills@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk
Our KCC representative is Peter Osborne he can be contacted via his email- Peter.Osborne@kent.gov.uk