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  • Urgent Road Closure - Chave Road, Wilmington - 22nd March 2023

    Urgent Road Closure - Chave Road, Wilmington - 22nd March 2023

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Urgent Road Closure - Chave Road, Wilmington - 22nd March 2023 It will be necessary to close Chave Road, Wilmington from 22nd March 2023 f...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 22 Mar 23
  • British Summer Time 2023- SPRING FORWARD- Oakfield Park Gates

    British Summer Time 2023- SPRING FORWARD- Oakfield Park Gates

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    On Sunday 26th March 2023, we will move to British Summer Time. As the clocks go forward by 1 hour we will lose an hour in bed but on the pl...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 21 Mar 23
  • Notice of Election

    Notice of Election

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Nomination papers must be delivered to the Returning Officer at Room C1, Civic Centre, Home Gardens, Dartford, Kent, DA1 1DR between 10a...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 20 Mar 23
  • Wilmington Big Spring Clean

    Wilmington Big Spring Clean

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Another WPC Spring Clean done, Keeping Wilmington Parish Clean. Our amazing litter pickers cleared; Oakfield Lane, Birchwood Road, T...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 13 Mar 23
  • DARTFORD CHORAL SOCIETY- Spring Concert 2023

    DARTFORD CHORAL SOCIETY- Spring Concert 2023

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The Crucifixion Malcolm Williamson Procession of Palms Handel Messiah Choruses & Solos from Pt.3 Saturday 25th March 7:30pm St Michael&...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 8 Mar 23
  • NHS 75th anniversary

    NHS 75th anniversary

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    July 5th 2023 sees the NHS 75th anniversary and Dartford & Gravesham NHS Trust are inviting everyone to celebrate this major milestone. ...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Mar 23
  • Temporary Road Closure - Tile Kiln Lane, Birchwood - 27th March 2023 for 3 days

    Temporary Road Closure - Tile Kiln Lane, Birchwood - 27th March 2023 for 3 days

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The road will be closed at the junction with Birchwood Road. The alternative route is via Birchwood Road, Summerhouse Drive, Joydens Wood R...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 2 Mar 23
  • Remember you need ID to Vote in upcoming Elections

    Remember you need ID to Vote in upcoming Elections

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Don't forget you will need photo ID to vote on Thursday 4 May 2023. See details on flyer.

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 2 Mar 23
  • Joydens Wood Gardening Club

    Joydens Wood Gardening Club

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Joydens Wood Gardening Club See flyer for details

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 27 Feb 23
  • Urgent Road Closure - Chestnut Grove, Wilmington - 27th February 2023 (Dartford)

    Urgent Road Closure - Chestnut Grove, Wilmington - 27th February 2023 (Dartford)

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Urgent Road Closure - Chestnut Grove, Wilmington - 27th February 2023 (Dartford) It will be necessary to close Chestnut Grove, Wilmington f...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 27 Feb 23
  • Start of Works Notification for Birchwood Road, Wilmington, Dartford.

    Start of Works Notification for Birchwood Road, Wilmington, Dartford.

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    INFORMATION FROM KCC This is to inform you that as part of the on-going maintenance and improvement of the highway network, Kent County Cou...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 27 Feb 23
  • March Meeting of The Council

    March Meeting of The Council

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The March Meeting of the Council will be held at Oakfield Park Pavilion on Wednesday 1st March 2023 commencing at 7.00pm Anyone wishing to ...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 20 Feb 23
  • Urgent Road Closure - Puddledock Lane, Wilmington - 21st February 2023 (Dartford)

    Urgent Road Closure - Puddledock Lane, Wilmington - 21st February 2023 (Dartford)

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    It will be necessary to close Puddledock Lane, Wilmington from 21st February 2023 for up to 1 day. The road will be closed at Between Birchw...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 20 Feb 23
  • Urgent Road Closure - Summerhouse Drive, Dartford - 19th February 2023 (Dartford)

    Urgent Road Closure - Summerhouse Drive, Dartford - 19th February 2023 (Dartford)

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Urgent Road Closure - Summerhouse Drive, Dartford - 19th February 2023 (Dartford) KENT COUNTY COUNCIL SUMMERHOUSE DRIVE, DARTFORD TEMPOR...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 20 Feb 23
  • Queen Elizabeth II - Oakfield Orchard and Wildflower meadow.

    Queen Elizabeth II - Oakfield Orchard and Wildflower meadow.

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Works are underway in Oakfield Park, to deliver a commemorative Orchard in honour of Queen Elizabeth II. Fruit saplings will be plant...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 20 Feb 23
  • Update WPC Bus Shelter at Birchwood Road

    Update WPC Bus Shelter at Birchwood Road

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The Bus Shelter has been repaired by Mark The Parish Groundsman, following recent mindless vandalism. Our thanks to Mark.

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 15 Feb 23
  • Join WPC in the fight to tackle litter!  Wilmington Big Clean Saturday 11th March 10am

    Join WPC in the fight to tackle litter! Wilmington Big Clean Saturday 11th March 10am

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Wilmington Parish Council are passionate in keeping Wilmington Parish Clean, but the level of litter is on the increase and we need your hel...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 14 Feb 23
  • Temporary Road Closure - Birchwood Road, Wilmington - 7th March 2023 for 4 nights between 20.00hrs and 05.00hrs

    Temporary Road Closure - Birchwood Road, Wilmington - 7th March 2023 for 4 nights between 20.00hrs and 05.00hrs

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The road will be closed between Hook Green Lane and Leydenhatch Lane. The alternative route is Birchwood Road, Leyton Cross Road, Oakfield ...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 14 Feb 23
  • Special Edition Newsletter about a new initiative the Kent PCC has launched: Victim Voice

    Special Edition Newsletter about a new initiative the Kent PCC has launched: Victim Voice

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Special Edition Newsletter about a new initiative the Kent PCC has launched: Victim Voice

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 9 Feb 23
  • Is your bus pass expiring in March 2023

    Is your bus pass expiring in March 2023

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Kent County Council will be in touch.

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 9 Feb 23
  • WPC - Kings Coronation BIG lunch. Sunday 7th May.

    WPC - Kings Coronation BIG lunch. Sunday 7th May.

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The Parish Council are delighted to announce we are exploring a Bring your Own ‘ Picnic Party ‘ on Sunday 7th of May, at Oa...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 9 Feb 23
  • Temporary Road Closure - B258 Church Hill, Wilmington - NEW DATE 8th March 2023

    Temporary Road Closure - B258 Church Hill, Wilmington - NEW DATE 8th March 2023

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Please note new date: 8th March 2023 for 1 night between 20.00hrs and 23.00hrs The road will be closed outside number 17. The alternative ...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Feb 23
  • DARTFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL CHILDREN'S BOOK FESTIVAL

    DARTFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL CHILDREN'S BOOK FESTIVAL

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    On Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th February 2023, children from aged 3 to 11 years (accompanied by one parent/guardian) are invited to join in...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Feb 23
  • WPC Easter Egg Hunt 2023

    WPC Easter Egg Hunt 2023

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    As part of our incoming 2023 Parish Initiatives, The Parish council are exploring the idea of an Easter Egg Hunt at Parish Grounds , Oa...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Feb 23
  • Return of Oakfield Park Flagpole

    Return of Oakfield Park Flagpole

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    We are delighted to announce that works are underway to reinstate the Oakfield Pavilion Flagpole, situated within Oakfield Park. Wilm...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 3 Feb 23
  • February Meeting of the Council

    February Meeting of the Council

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The February Meeting of the Council will be held at Oakfield Park Pavilion on Wednesday 8th February 2023 commencing at 7.00pm Anyone wishi...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 2 Feb 23
  • Date for your diary .. Sat 11th March Wilmington Big Clean (volunteer litter pick)

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Our Big Spring Parish litter pick will take place on Sat 11th of March, 10am to midday. Please add the date to your diary, and come and...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 30 Jan 23
  • Vandalism Bus Shelter Birchwood Road

    Vandalism Bus Shelter Birchwood Road

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Our thanks to residents who reported the mindless vandalism of a bus shelter on Birchwood Road to the Parish Council. Mark, Parish Grou...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 30 Jan 23
  • Ann Allen Allotments

    Ann Allen Allotments

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The Parish Council are delighted to have sponsored an Ann Allen Allotment to the pre school children at St Michaels Pre School, on Church H...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 30 Jan 23
  • Joydens Wood Gardening Club

    Joydens Wood Gardening Club

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    See Flyer for details

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 30 Jan 23
  • South East in Bloom

    South East in Bloom

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Wilmington Parish Council are delighted to enter South East Parishes in Bloom 2023. ‘Parishes in Bloom is a competitive category w...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 23 Jan 23
  • January Meeting of the Council

    January Meeting of the Council

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The January Meeting of the Council will be held at Oakfield Park Pavilion on Wednesday 11th January 2023 commencing at 7.00pm Anyone wishin...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 6 Jan 23
  • A message from Gordon Raggett,

    A message from Gordon Raggett,

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    ‘On behalf of Wilmington Community Church and Evergreen I want to thank you for sponsoring our Christmas meal yesterday for the el...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 23 Dec 22
  • Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Christmasing, was a term used in the early 1800s to describe the celebrations, the feasts, the preparations, the workforces and communities ...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 19 Dec 22
  • Reminders for TODAY  Monday 19th December

    Reminders for TODAY Monday 19th December

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    TODAY............. SEE FLYERS FOR MORE INFORMATION.

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 19 Dec 22
  • Free Christmas Dinner Sunday 19th December 2022 Wilmington Community Church Christmas Dinner

    Free Christmas Dinner Sunday 19th December 2022 Wilmington Community Church Christmas Dinner

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    We are pleased to co sponsor Wilmimgton Community Church Christmas Dinner, Monday 19th December, see flyer for full details. Christmas c...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 13 Dec 22
  • Free Christmas Day Lunch St Michaels Church 25th December 2022

    Free Christmas Day Lunch St Michaels Church 25th December 2022

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The Parish Council will always seek to assist in areas across our Community, at Christmas and throughout the year. We are pleased to co spo...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 13 Dec 22
  • Winter Welcome at St Barnabus Church

    Winter Welcome at St Barnabus Church

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Every Sunday 10.00am- 4.00pm Drop in See flyer for more information

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 13 Dec 22
  • Christmas 2022

    Christmas 2022

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    “Up there Mummy! Who could it be? That’s Mark the Parish Groundsman, Putting up the Parish Christmas tree!” Our ver...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 9 Dec 22
  • Severe weather warning for Kent residents

    Severe weather warning for Kent residents

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    KCC Public Health: Severe weather forecast for the South East this weekend could cause major health risks and residents are urged to follow ...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Dec 22
  • Dartford Toy Appeal

    Dartford Toy Appeal

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    🧸DARTFORD TOY APPEAL is now live. Please drop a NEW toy or gift at any of our fantastic drop off points The recipients are: 🎁Rosewood mum...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Dec 22
  • What are the needs of the people of Wilmington?

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    (Socially, relationally, financially, emotionally, physically, spiritually or otherwise) The Wilmington Parochial Charity is a charity root...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Dec 22
  • Temporary Road Closure - B258 Church Hill, Wilmington - 17th November 2022 for 1 night between 20.00hrs and 23.00hrs NEW DATE

    Temporary Road Closure - B258 Church Hill, Wilmington - 17th November 2022 for 1 night between 20.00hrs and 23.00hrs NEW DATE

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Please note new date: 8th March 2022 for 1 night between 20.00hrs and 23.00hrs The road will be closed outside number 17. The alternative ...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Dec 22
  • Pavilion Players Presents- Dick Whittington

    Pavilion Players Presents- Dick Whittington

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Book tickets at DICK WHITTINGTON at Joydens Wood Community Centre event tickets from TicketSource See flyer and booking form for more infor...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Dec 22
  • December Meeting of the Council

    December Meeting of the Council

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The December Meeting of the Council will be held at Oakfield Park Pavilion on Wednesday 7th December 2022 commencing at 7.00pm Anyone wishi...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 1 Dec 22
  • Community Warm Hubs

    Community Warm Hubs

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Wilmington Community Church, are taking part in the free Hot Hub meal scheme, in conjunction with Community Safer Alliances. There is a ...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 28 Nov 22
  • Another successful Scary Scarecrow Competition in 2022

    Another successful Scary Scarecrow Competition in 2022

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Thanks to all those who participated, we had some great entries. Well done to all involved and prizes are on their way.

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 23 Nov 22
  • Saturday 3rd December 2022

    Saturday 3rd December 2022

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Lots going on in the Parish on Saturday the 3rd December! See flyers for more information Wilmington Parish Council   |  

  • Remembrance 2022

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    With thanks to, in no particular order, Kay WPC Clerk, Mark Parish Groundsman, 1st Wilmington Scouts, Cubs and Beavers, St Michaels Chu...

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 15 Nov 22
  • Santa on Tour 2022

    Santa on Tour 2022

    Dartford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Santa will be stopping at Wilmington Memorial Hall on Monday 19th December 2022 at 4pm. See flyer for more information.

    Wilmington Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 15 Nov 22