East Malling Trust plans 1,600 new homes
East Malling Trust is proposing a development of 1,600 homes on land between East Malling, Ditton and Allington.
News and information for residents and visitors of East Malling, Kent, 9th February 2023
Kent County Council sell-off
Kent County Council proposes to sell off more than forty community buildings to try to meet its deficit.
Last chance for under 50s to get booster
Appointments are available for heathy 16-49 year olds to get a top-up dose of Covid vaccine until 12 February.
Council tax bills set to rise
Leaders of county and unitary authorities in the South East have indicated they will raise council tax by between 4% and 5%
Blean Wood bison moved to larger reserve
A herd of wild bison that were reintroduced to the UK in the summer have been moved to a larger reserve. The Kent Wildlife Trust and Wildwood Trust released the three female bison to naturally manage West Blean Woods near Canterbury, Kent, in July.
Poor air quality recorded in High Street and Chapel Street
Data so far collected from air quality monitoring tubes at two locations in High Street and Chapel Street suggests that air quality comes close to being within 10% of the air quality limit of 40μg/m3.
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9th February 2023Open Day on Bradbourne homes proposal
At The Orchard Conference Centre, East Malling Business Centre ME19 6BJ Between 1.30pm and 7.30pm Website East Malling Trust is keen to hear views as part of the community engagement taking place till 9 March. An application for planning permission will be submitted after reviewing the feedback, so now is a chance to speak!
16th February 2023Community lunch
At East Malling Centre, 12.30pm This is a special lunch Valentines day, with Peter Kneebone providing the entertainment. Book early if you haven’t already by email to office.eastmallingcentre@gmail.com
18th February 2023Malling Repair Café
At Leybourne Chase Pavilion, Bannister Way from 1pm to 4pm. It has proved so popular that it is moving to a much larger hall from 18th March. Cafes after that date will be at East Malling Village Hall, New Road or Larkfield Village Hall, New Hythe Lane. further details
See the diary for more details of forthcoming events.