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News

  • April 2024 Meeting of the Council

    April 2024 Meeting of the Council

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The next Meeting of the Council will be held at Oakfield Park Pavilion (Off Carsington Gardens) on WEDNESDAY 3rd April 2024 commencing at 7....

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 28 Mar 24
  • A Reminder - British Summer Time 2024

    A Reminder - British Summer Time 2024

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Another reminder .......At 0200hr on Sunday 31st March British Summer Time (BST) begins (hopefully!!) so do not forget to put all of your cl...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 28 Mar 24
  • Reminder - Good Friday & Easter Monday Waste & Recycling Collection

    Reminder - Good Friday & Easter Monday Waste & Recycling Collection

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Please note that there will be no waste and recycling bin collection on either Good Friday (29th March) or Easter Monday (1st April). The an...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 28 Mar 24
  • Temporary Road Closure - Common Lane (1st April 2024 for 14 days)

    Temporary Road Closure - Common Lane (1st April 2024 for 14 days)

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    SGN - Temporary Road Closure - Common Lane, Wilmington - 1st April 2024 for 14 days The road will be closed at the junction with Broad La...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 28 Mar 24
  • Oakfield Park Gates - British Summer Time

    Oakfield Park Gates - British Summer Time

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Please note that, with effect from Sunday 30th March, as a result of the 'alleged' arrival of British Summer Time the gates to Oakfi...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 27 Mar 24
  • Drivers Be Aware of 18 National Highways Road Closures

    Drivers Be Aware of 18 National Highways Road Closures

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Drivers in and around Dartford will have 18 National Highways road closures to watch out for over the next two weeks. Six of them are expec...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 27 Mar 24
  • A Reminder - Dartford Borough Council's Net Zero Strategy Consultation

    A Reminder - Dartford Borough Council's Net Zero Strategy Consultation

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    A reminder that Dartford Borough Council's consultation period on its draft Net Zero Strategy closes on 29th March 2024. For further inf...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 26 Mar 24
  • Dartford's Big Day Out is Back for 2024 - Dates for Your Diary

    Dartford's Big Day Out is Back for 2024 - Dates for Your Diary

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The message below appears on the 'Events' page of Dartford Borough Council's website - Last year’s Big Day Out saw Dartf...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 25 Mar 24
  • Thanks to DBC's Waste & Recycing Team

    Thanks to DBC's Waste & Recycing Team

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    During Saturday's Big Spring Clean some large heavy carrier bags and black bags were found dumped in bushes in the Edwin Road area of th...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 25 Mar 24
  • Wilmington's Big Spring Clean 2024

    Wilmington's Big Spring Clean 2024

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The Parish Council thanks the residents who gave up their time this morning to support 'Wilmington's Big Spring Clean 2024' as p...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 23 Mar 24
  • Reported Crime from the e-watch.co Newsletter (Issue 2167)

    Reported Crime from the e-watch.co Newsletter (Issue 2167)

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The only reported crime in Issue 2167 of the e-watch.co Newsletter was - Stock Lane Between 23:30 on Sunday 17th of March and 11:50 on Mond...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 22 Mar 24
  • School Term Dates - Have Your Say

    School Term Dates - Have Your Say

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Following message received from Kent County Council - We want to hear your views on the school term and holiday date patterns and proposed ...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 22 Mar 24
  • Supporting Talented Sports Performers

    Supporting Talented Sports Performers

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Message from Kent County Council - Are you a top sports performer living in Kent? Do you know someone who is? Active Kent & Medway is ...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 22 Mar 24
  • Early Years Education in Kent

    Early Years Education in Kent

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Message from Kent County Council - We are seeking feedback on a model. It will help early years settings embed inclusive support for childr...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 22 Mar 24
  • New Help with Child Care Costs from April

    New Help with Child Care Costs from April

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Message received from Kent County Council - Have you checked if you are eligible for support with childcare costs? Head over to the Childc...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 22 Mar 24
  • Advance Notice - Road Closure of The Coppice & Staple Close, Bexley

    Advance Notice - Road Closure of The Coppice & Staple Close, Bexley

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    UK Power Networks - Temporary Road Closure & Prohibit Parking - The Coppice & Staple Close, Bexley 17th April 2024 for 7 days bet...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 21 Mar 24
  • Common Lane - Road Closure

    Common Lane - Road Closure

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The following message has been received from SGN regarding the closure of Common Lane - We’re preparing to carry out essential gas ne...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 19 Mar 24
  • What is SUN?

    What is SUN?

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    SUN is a new, free, easy to access peer support service for adults experiencing difficulties with complex emotions often associated with a p...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 19 Mar 24
  • My Community Voice

    My Community Voice

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    What is 'My Community Voice' My Community Voice is a messaging service that helps Kent and Medway residents, businesses, and commun...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 19 Mar 24
  • Police & Crime Commissioner Election 2024

    Police & Crime Commissioner Election 2024

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    As Polling Cards begin to drop through letter-boxes a note that the election for Kent's Police and Crime Commissioner (PCCs) will take p...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 19 Mar 24
  • Dartfords Bandstand Concerts 2024

    Dartfords Bandstand Concerts 2024

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    ​Dartford Borough Council has announced the programme of Bandstand Concerts for 2024 and invites you 'Join us in Central Park for fr...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 19 Mar 24
  • Vehicle Theft - Message from Kent Police

    Vehicle Theft - Message from Kent Police

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The following message has been received from Kent Police - Kent Police would like to advise residents on ways to try and prevent theft ...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 18 Mar 24
  • Village Sign

    Village Sign

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The Parish Council is pleased to report that local artist, Richard Slater, has done an amazing job in restoring the Village Sign that was re...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 15 Mar 24
  • Joydens Wood Vandalism

    Joydens Wood Vandalism

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Further to yesterday's posting please note that an on-line report has been made to Kent Police and PC Matt Rayiru has been informed. If...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 15 Mar 24
  • Tom Maddison

    Tom Maddison

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The Parish Council were saddened to learn of the death of Tom Maddison. Tom was a Wilmington Parish Councillor for many years with a great ...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 11 Mar 24
  • Public Consultation on Expansion of The Leigh Academy

    Public Consultation on Expansion of The Leigh Academy

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The Leigh Academy is proposing to expand its Published Admission Number and the announcement below appears on the Academy's website. Thi...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 11 Mar 24
  • Public information: Controlling your dog in public

    Public information: Controlling your dog in public

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Advice from: https://www.gov.uk/control-dog-public Overview The law applies to all dogs and it is against the law to let a dog be dangerou...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 8 Mar 24
  • Queen's Green Canopy

    Queen's Green Canopy

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Thanks to Mark, the Parish Groundsman, the Plaque to designate the Orchard in Oakfiekd Park as being part of the Queen's Green Canopy wa...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 5 Feb 24
  • Allotments - Full House!!

    Allotments - Full House!!

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The Parish Council is pleased to report that all Plots in the Ann Allen Allotment Gardens have been taken and that, should any Plot become v...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 5 Feb 24
  • Snowdrops

    Snowdrops

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The Churchyard at St Michael & All Angels Church is looking spectacular at present thanks to the snowdrops which in some areas form a ca...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 2 Feb 24
  • Village Sign

    Village Sign

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The first stage of restoring the Village Sign, damaged by the recent run of storms, occurred this morning as it and the supporting post were...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 31 Jan 24
  • Tree Planting

    Tree Planting

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The Parish Council is delighted to report that, as part of Chalcraft Nurseries involvement in the community through the Company's commit...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 30 Jan 24
  • The Leaning Sign of Wilmington!

    The Leaning Sign of Wilmington!

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The recent spate of high winds has caused damage to the Village Sign in the centre of the Village to create the 'Leaning Sign of Wilming...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 27 Jan 24
  • Renovated Bench

    Renovated Bench

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The Parish Council was pleased to make a Grant toward the cost of materials for the renovation of the Bench commissioned by Wilmington Women...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 21 Jan 24
  • Remembrance Sunday 2023

    Remembrance Sunday 2023

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The Parish Council is indebted to Trevor Allen for the above images of the Remembrance Day Wreath Laying Service at the War Memorial on Sund...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 16 Nov 23
  • A Moving Start to Remembrance Day Services

    A Moving Start to Remembrance Day Services

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    As Wilmington and Joydens Wood residents get ready to attend one of the two Remembrance day Services being held in the Parish the Council th...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 12 Nov 23
  • Wilmington Did and Will Continue to Remember Them

    Wilmington Did and Will Continue to Remember Them

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The community that is Wilmington came together this morning to honour those who, not only in World War 1 but in the many conflicts that foll...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 12 Nov 23
  • Dartford Borough Council's Walk & Talk Groups

    Dartford Borough Council's Walk & Talk Groups

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Dartford Borough Council Walk & Talk Groups are free, short, accessible and sociable walks that last around 30-90 minutes. They aim to h...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 10 Oct 23
  • Council Awarded Siver-Gilt

    Council Awarded Siver-Gilt

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    'The large park (sic - Oakfield) is an excellent open space'; 'a couple of outstanding village green spaces were seen'; '...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 2 Oct 23
  • September Big Clean - 20 Bags of Litter Cleared!

    September Big Clean - 20 Bags of Litter Cleared!

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Another ‘BIG’ Clean was undertaken on 24th September with residents, Councillors, local primary and secondary school children, j...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 2 Oct 23
  • Safe Local Traders Checked by Trading Standards

    Safe Local Traders Checked by Trading Standards

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Information from Kent County Council Public Protection: Trading Standards Checked carries out checks on traders so customers can have peace...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 18 Sep 23
  • Litter

    Litter

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The Parish Council is pleased to report on the great work from the Year 7 pupils at Wilmington Grammar School for Boys who litter pick Wilmi...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 17 Sep 23
  • Memorial Bench for  the Late Ann Allen MBE Unveiled

    Memorial Bench for the Late Ann Allen MBE Unveiled

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    It was with pride and love that on Saturday 16th Sepetember 2023 the Parish Council invited the family of the Late Ann Allen MBE to official...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 17 Sep 23
  • Freedom of the Parish of Wilmington

    Freedom of the Parish of Wilmington

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    In a ceremony at Oakfield Pavillion on Saturday 16th of September 2023, Wilmington Parish Council awarded the ‘Freedom of the Parish&r...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 17 Sep 23
  • What is Planet Dartford?

    What is Planet Dartford?

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    All about Planet Dartford Dartford Borough Council has pledged to take practical steps to tackle climate change and to encourage the whole ...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 10 Sep 23
  • 'My Community Voice' - A Message from Kent Police

    'My Community Voice' - A Message from Kent Police

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    As part of our commitment to keeping Kent a safe place to live, work and visit, we’ve invested in supporting our communities. Our neig...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 10 Sep 23
  • Activities at Summerhouse Drive Library

    Activities at Summerhouse Drive Library

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Bored with nothing to do? Why not go along to Summerhouse Drive Library where - On the third Tuesday of a month you will find Crafternoon...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 29 Aug 23
  • Wilmington Fair 2023 - What a Great Day!!

    Wilmington Fair 2023 - What a Great Day!!

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    A message from the Chairman of the Parish Coouncil What an amazing day! The weather was glorious, great food and drink, live music, fun fam...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 29 Aug 23
  • The Scourge of Nitrous Oxide

    The Scourge of Nitrous Oxide

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The Parish Council is concerned to see that the scourge of discarded nitous oxide cannisters is once again blighting our streets. Not only ...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 26 Aug 23
  • Statue to Wilmington's Famous Son & Fellow 'Glimmer' Unveiled

    Statue to Wilmington's Famous Son & Fellow 'Glimmer' Unveiled

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    On Wednesday, August 9, Leader of the Council Jeremy Kite MBE joined sculptor Amy Goodman and Keith Richards’ family to unveil The Gli...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 25 Aug 23