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Additional buses running
Two additional buses now run on Mondays to Fridays at 1745 hours from Downswood to Maidstone and at 1811 hours from Maidstone Bus Station to Downswood.
Speed Watch
2nd March 2026
Community Speed Watch (CSW) stands as a frontline defence in road safety, coordinated by Kent Police and powered by trained local volunteers. Armed with approved speed‑indication devices, these teams work to prevent tragedy, safeguard neighbourhoods, and remind drivers that speed limits are not...
A Trip to Custody at Kent Police
2nd March 2026
Kent Police are Recruiting Independent Custody Visitors in Kent - interested? https://www.mycommunityvoiceke... ...
Environmental Services Newsletter
2nd March 2026
Increase in fly-tipping Environmental Services Newsletter ...
Neighbourhood Watch
2nd March 2026
March News https://www.mycommunityvoiceke... ...
Shape Local Government Reorganisation in Kent
20th February 2026
Do you want to know more about the Local Government Review? Want to have your say? Please click on the following link. Shape Local Government Reorganisation in Kent ...
Local Officers take Catapult and Counterfeit Cash off the street!
20th February 2026
To read more, follow the link https://www.mycommunityvoiceke... ...
What Goes Up!
14th February 2026
St Nicholas. affectionately known by many as “Otham Church”, has long stood as a spiritual and cultural anchor not only for Otham, but also for the communities of Downswood, Bicknor Wood, Madginford and the wider parish family. Mentioned in the Domesday Book, the church has watched nearly...
Extraordinary Full Council Meeting - 19.02.26
13th February 2026
Please see the agenda for full details Minutes and Agendas | Downswood Parish Council ...
Downswood SSSI Site
12th February 2026
MBC has confirmed that work to remove all the vegetation from the SSSI rock face is planned to take place on Thursday 19th & Friday 20th February. What the Downswood SSSI Is All About The SSSI in Downswood is designated because of the old ragstone quarry—a remnant of the area’s...
Five Steps to Become Better Prepared
7th February 2026
Are you emergency ready? 5_steps581.pdf ...
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