Speldhurst Parish Council

05/06/2026

Nominations are open for the Love Where We Live Awards 2026, closing 2 August.

The annual community awards celebrate the people who make the borough a great place to live and work.

So, with ten categories to choose from, which one will you choose ? There’s an award for everyone and every group! Make your nominations now: https://tunbridgewells.gov.uk/news/2026/may/love-where-we-live-awards-are-back-for-2026

05/06/2026

Underage Sales - Tunbridge Wells
Child Centred Policing Team – Message to Residents

We are sharing a poster from Kent County Council Trading Standards, which includes a QR code for reporting concerns about the underage sale of alcohol, vapes, to***co and knives.

At Kent Police, we work closely with our partners to support local businesses and help educate young people about the risks associated with these items. Our aim is to keep our communities safe and ensure young people remain healthy and protected.

We strongly encourage residents to report any concerns using the QR code. Your information helps us take positive action against those who choose to break the law and put young people at risk.

Together, we can make a real difference in safeguarding our community.

02/06/2026

*UPDATE*

We have extended the application deadline to Monday 15th June 2026.

Please contact us if you have any questions.

📣Community Hub at Langton Green Pavilion - Bid Document Now Available

The Bid Document for the provision of a Community Hub at the Langton Green Pavilion is now available to download from our website.

https://www.speldhurstparishcouncil.gov.uk/community/speldhurst-parish-council-15037/langton-green-pavilion/

We are reaching out to all applicants who have expressed interest to deliver it directly, and we encourage further interest.

28/05/2026

We think you deserve to have your say on the future of policing!
The Government has proposed merging police forces creating fewer and larger ones across England and Wales which is a significant change that could impact local policing, visibility and accountability.
While an Independent Review is underway, it is not actively seeking public input. That’s why we are asking you to share your views.
This short survey gives you the opportunity to have your say on what these changes could mean for your community, including the potential benefits and risks.
Take part here : https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=8Acb8_mc20CWTW_5hql-PcQ797n7iqVOl2lSmBZFHF5UMFNXS081SFlGWDhBSEJTQUhIQ1hUUUxNOC4u&route=shorturl&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwOXhnS3ZNN1dKYnVqZmxEWXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7ru8fE-hy0oruiKcyxxKY4pjaBbmx3STTFG6pQ062VI2WLlakAHrbg9_gLjA_aem_Hj450Iv99faA_rxuUrgv9w
Your views will help inform the Commissioner’s response to the Independent Review and ensure that the perspective of Kent residents is reflected as decisions are considered at a national level.

28/05/2026

Please note that the office will be shut tomorrow but you can still contact us on the mobile: 07760769513
The office will reopen as usually on Monday morning.

27/05/2026

OPENREACH LIMITED - Temporary Road Closure - Broad Lane, Fordcombe - 16th June 2026 for 2 days between 08.00hrs and 17.00hrs

The road will be closed adjacent to Fitchetts Farm.
The alternative route is via Chafford Lane, B2188 Fordcombe Road, A264 Ashurst Road, Broad Lane and vice versa.

Pedestrian access will be maintained during the works.
The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while the replacement of one existing telegraph pole and rehang associated cabling works are undertaken by OPENREACH LIMITED.

For the most up to date information on these works please visit: https://one.network/?tm=GB148708962

For information regarding this closure please contact OPENREACH LIMITED, who will be able to assist with the scope of these works.
For details of roadworks, please see One.Network

27/05/2026

SOUTH EAST WATER LIMITED - Temporary Road Closure - Burnt House Lane, Langton Green - 22nd June 2026 (Tunbridge Wells District)
Due to works planned to be undertaken by SOUTH EAST WATER LIMITED, it will be necessary to close part of Burnt House Lane, Langton Green, from 22nd June 2026 with estimated completion by 24th June 2026.

Burnt House Lane, Langton Green, will be closed in the vicinity of number 4 Waterfrets Cottage. To the extent indicated by signs and barriers on site.
The alternative route for any through traffic is via Langton Road, Speldhurst Road, The Green, A264 Langton Road, Farnham Lane, Burnt House Lane 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 stopcock and meter replacement works to be carried out, works are undertaken by SOUTH EAST WATER LIMITED.

For the most up to date information on these works please visit: https://one.network/?tm=GB149107643
For information regarding this closure please contact SOUTH EAST WATER LIMITED on 03330 000 001, who will be able to assist with the scope of these works.

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

26/05/2026

Please find below the agenda for our Full Council Meeting on 1st June at Speldhurst Village Hall.

Speldhurst Parish Council's Meetings and Agendas information for residents of Ashurst, Langton Green, Old Groombridge and Speldhurst

18/05/2026

The below road closure has been extended until the 20/05/2026.
See details of road closure on Langton Road, Speldhurst from 14th May.

16/05/2026

📢 Have Your Say on Future Development in Tunbridge Wells Borough
Tunbridge Wells Borough Council has begun reviewing its Local Plan, looking ahead to how the borough will grow and develop from 2029 to 2044.
As part of this, the Council is inviting residents, landowners, developers, and community groups to suggest sites that could be considered for future development.
This could include:
🏡 Housing (including Gypsy & Traveller and Travelling Showpeople pitches and plots)
💼 Employment uses
🏫 Community & leisure uses
🌿 Green spaces and nature conservation

📅 Call for Sites is open now and runs until midnight on 3 August 2026.

✅ The easiest way to submit a site is via the online form, which takes around 10 minutes and allows you to map your site and upload supporting documents.
Alternatively, you can request a form by emailing: [email protected]

⚠️ Submitting a site does not guarantee it will be developed. All sites will be carefully assessed for suitability and included in future planning work.

For more information or help with submissions:
📧 [email protected]
📞 01892 554056
👉 This is your opportunity to help shape the future of our borough—please share with anyone who may be interested!