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Please note, new dates have been agreed for these works. Start date is 28^th March 2026, with estimated completion by 29^th March 2026, between the hours of 20:00 and 06:00 only.

National Highways - Temporary Road Closure - Newnham Court Roundabout To M20 Junction 7 Roundabout, Maidstone -13th October 2025 (Maidstone District)

Due to works planned to be undertaken by National Highways, it will be necessary to close part of Newnham Court Roundabout To Junction 7 Roundabout, Maidstone, from 13th October 2025 with estimated completion by 25th October 2025.

Newnham Court Roundabout To Junction 7 Roundabout, Maidstone, will be closed on the A249 northbound carriageway to M20 Junction 7, London Bound on Slip, between the hours of 20:00 and 06:00 Monday to Friday nights only. To the extent indicated by signs and barriers on site.

The alternative route for any Northbound through traffic is via Newnham Court Roundabout, A249 Bearsted Road, A249 Sittingbourne Road, A249 Albion Place, A249 Andrew Broughton Way, A249 Ashford Road, A249 Wat Tyler Way, A249 Mote Road, A249 Knightrider Street, A229 Mill Street, A229 Bishops Way, A229 Fairmeadow, A229 Royal Engineers Road, A229 Chatham Road, A229 Blue Bell Hill, A229 Maidstone Road, Tiger Moth Roundabout, A229 Maidstone Road, Horsted Roundabout, A229 City Way, City Way Roundabout, A2 New Road, A2 New Road Avenue, A2 New Road, Luton Arches Roundabout, A2 Chatham Hill, A2 Rainham Road, A2 Watling Street, Will Adams Roundabout, A2 Watling Street, Bowaters Roundabout, A2 London Road, A2 High Street, A2 Moor Street, A2 London Road, A2 Hartlip Hill, A2 London Road, A2 High Street, A2 Boyces Hill, A2 Keycol Hill, Key Street Roundabout, Key Street Slip Southbound On, A249 Maidstone Road, A249 Sittingbourne Road, A249 Detling Hill and A249 Sittingbourne Road.

The alternative route for any Southbound through Traffic is via A249 Sittingbourne Road, A249 Detling Hill, A249 Sittingbourne Road, A249 Maidstone Road, Key Street Slip Northbound Off, Key Street Roundabout, A2 Keycol Hill, A2 Boyces Hill, A2 High Street, A2 London Road, A2 Hartlip Hill, A2 London Road, A2 Moor Street, A2 High Street, A2 London Road, Bowaters Roundabout, A2 Watling Street, Will Adams Roundabout, A2 Watling Street, A2 Rainham Road, A2 Chatham Hill, Luton Arches Roundabout, A2 New Road, A2 New Road Avenue, A2 New Road, City Way Roundabout, A229 City Way, Horsted Roundabout, A229 Maidstone Road, Tiger Moth Roundabout, A229 Maidstone Road, A229 Blue Bell Hill, A229 Chatham Road, A229 Royal Engineers Road, A229 Fairmeadow, A229 Bishops Way, A229 Palace Avenue, A229 Lower Stone Street, A249 Mote Road, A249 Wat Tyler Way, A249 Andrew Broughton Way, A249 Albion Place, A249 Sittingbourne Road, and A249 Bearsted Road.

Pedestrian access will be maintained during the works.

The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce to allow highway repair and maintenance works to be carried out, works are undertaken by National Highways.

For the most up to date information on these works please visit: https://one.network/?tm=143942092

For information regarding this closure please contact National Highways on 03001 235 000, who will be able to assist with the scope of these works.

The Kent County Council Highways Helpline phone number is: 03000 418181

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Road names are taken from the National Street Gazetteer, which can be viewed on one.network, with alternative names given where known.

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Regards,

Streetworks West Central Team

03000 418181 (9am - 5pm Monday-Friday)
03000 419191 (all other times)

Southern Water - Temporary Road Closure -Lidsing Road, Lidsing -9th March 2026 (Maidstone District)

Due to works planned to be undertaken by Southern Water, it will be necessary to close part of Lidsing Road, Lidsing, from 9th March 2026 with estimated completion by 13th March 2026.

Lidsing Road, Lidsing, will be closed in the vicinity of property named Abbeygail. To the extent indicated by signs and barriers on site.

The alternative route for any through traffic is via Lidsing Road, Dunn Street, Dunn Street Road, Chapel Lane, Forge Lane, Lidsing Road and vice versa.

Pedestrian access will be maintained during the works.

The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce to allow water main repairs to be carried out, works are undertaken by Southern Water.

For the most up to date information on these works please visit: https://one.network/?tm=GB147467806

For information regarding this closure please contact Southern Water on 03303 030 368, who will be able to assist with the scope of these works.

The Kent County Council Highways Helpline phone number is: 03000 418181

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For details of roadworks, please see One.Network

03000 418181 (9am - 5pm Monday-Friday)
03000 419191 (all other times)

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Vinters Valley Park Trust - Volunteer Vacancy for a Trust Treasurer

Vinters Valley Nature Reserve is your local wildlife oasis tucked away between the Vinters Park and Grove Green housing estates and also close to Vinters Community School. Whatever the season there is always something to see, something to enjoy and something to treasure. Comprising 90 acres and once part of a large 18th century country estate the area has been transformed, with the help of people from the local community, into a much loved nature.

The reserve is managed by aCharitable Trust set up by local people. It is through the support of both of the local community.

We are looking for a new volunteer to be the Trust Treasurer.

The position requires approximately three hours per week and is ideal for a person from a financial background.

The job description is :

1. A Trustee of Vinters Valley Park Charitable Trust

2. Process payroll for the Warden and payments for suppliers on a regular pay run

3. Administer the Trust’s bank accounts.

4. Preparation of cashflow and other items as required for quarterly Trustee meetings

5. Preparation of annual budget and ongoing variance analysis on quarterly basis

6. Dealing with annual gift aid reclaim from HMRC

7. Assistance at events to oversee income and cash control.

If you are interested in this position and want to support our local community, please reply to:

chrisbsheppard@btinternet.com

Road Closed from KIMS roundabout to Bearsted Road Roundabout (Access will be maintained to Newnham Court via Kims Roundabout approach).

2^nd February 2026 to 27^th February 2026, between the hours of 20:00 and 05:00 only.

The alternative route for any Westbound through traffic avoiding the low bridge at A20 Ashford Road/Square Hill Road junction is via New Cut Road, A20 Ashford Road, Willington Street, A274 Sutton Road, A229 Loose Road, A229 Sheals Crescent, A229 Hayle Road, A229 College Road, A229 Mill Street, A229 Palace Avenue, A229 Lower Stone Street, Romney Place, Padsole Lane, A249 Watt Tyler Way, A249 Andrew Broughton Way, A249 Albion Place, A249 Sittingbourne Road and Bearsted Road.

The alternative route for any Eastbound through traffic is via Bearsted Road, A249 Sittingbourne Road, A249 Albion Place, A249 Andrew Broughton Way, A249 Ashford Road, A249 Watt Tyler Way, A249 Mote Road, A229 Upper Stone Street, A229 Loose Rd, A274 Sutton Road, Willington Street, A20 Ashford Road and New Cut Road.

Pedestrian access will be maintained during the works.

The restrictions are required for the safety of the public and workforce while highway improvement works are undertaken by Kent County Council.

For the most up to date information on these works please visit: https://one.network/?tm=GB145584518

For information regarding these restrictions please contact Kent County Council, who will be able to assist with the scope of these works.

The Kent County Council Highways Helpline phone number is: 03000 418181

This bulletin contains public information and can be forwarded to any other road users who may be affected. Every care is taken to ensure the accuracy of the information, but no liability can be accepted for any changes or errors.
Road names are taken from the National Street Gazetteer, which can be viewed on one.network, with alternative names given where known.

For details of roadworks, please see One.Network

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Temporary Road Closure - Westfield Sole Road, Lidsing
12th January 2026

Utility Distribution Networks Ltd. - Temporary Road Closure - Westfield Sole Road, Lidsing - 12th January 2026 (Maidstone District)

Due to works planned to be undertaken by Utility Distribution Networks Ltd., it will be necessary to close part of Westfield Sole Road, Lidsing, from 12th January 2026 with estimated completion by 30th January 2026.

Westfield Sole Road, Lidsing, will be closed approximately 120 metres Northeast of Bredhurst Business Park. To the extent indicated by signs and barriers on site.

The alternative route for any through traffic is via Westfield Sole Road, Lidsing Road, Yelsted Lane, Boxley Road, Walderslade Woods Roundabout, Westfield Sole Road and vice versa.

Pedestrian access will be maintained during the works.

The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce to allow cabling works to be carried out, works are undertaken by Utility Distribution Networks Ltd.

For the most up to date information on these works please visit:https://one.network/?tm=GB146455227

For information regarding this closure please contact Utility Distribution Networks Ltd., who will be able to assist with the scope of these works.

The Kent County Council Highways Helpline phone number is: 03000 418181

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For details of roadworks, please see One.Network

Regards,
Streetworks West Central Team
03000 418181 (9am - 5pm Monday-Friday)
03000 419191 (all other times)

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Southern Water - Temporary Road Closure & Bus Lane Closure -Sandling Lane, Penenden Heath -12th December 2025 (Maidstone District)

Due to works planned to be undertaken by Southern Water, it will be necessary to close part of Sandling Lane, Penenden Heath, from 12th December 2025 with estimated completion by 12th December 2025.

Sandling Lane, Penenden Heath, will be closed in the vicinity of the junction with The Hedges, between the hours of 09:30 and 15:30 only. To the extent indicated by signs and barriers on site.

The alternative route for any through traffic is via Sandling Lane, The Hedges and vice versa.

Pedestrian access will be maintained during the works.

The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce to allow frame and cover replacement works to be carried out, works are undertaken by Southern Water.

For the most up to date information on these works please visit: https://one.network/?tm=GB145925306

For information regarding this closure please contact Southern Water on 03303 030 368, who will be able to assist with the scope of these works.

The Kent County Council Highways Helpline phone number is: 03000 418181

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This bulletin contains public information and can be forwarded to any other road users who may be affected. Every care is taken to ensure the accuracy of the information, but no liability can be accepted for any changes or errors.
Road names are taken from the National Street Gazetteer, which can be viewed on one.network, with alternative names given where known.

For details of roadworks, please see One.Network

03000 418181 (9am - 5pm Monday-Friday)
03000 419191 (all other times)

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