Countryside crafts in beautiful setting
On Sunday 22nd July from 10am to 4pm discover a world of real craftsmanship at Lullingstone Park Visitor Centres summer Craft fair, where craftsman will be selling their goods in a safe and friendly environment.
2001-07-05 00:00:00
Stretch your legs with a guided walk
Throughout the summer and autumn residents have an opportunity to discover the area's stunning landscapes and varied wildlife with an exciting programme of guided walks and events.
2001-07-03 00:00:00
Councillor William Niel
It is with sadness that Sevenoaks District Council announces the death of Councillor William Niel on Tuesday 26 June.
2001-07-02 00:00:00
Safety in Action 2001
School children from across Sevenoaks District were given the opportunity to learn valuable new skills during Safety in Action 2001, aimed at increasing child awareness of dangers present in and around the home.
2001-07-02 00:00:00
Banking by card
From 1 July new cardboard recycling banks will be available at 9 sites in the District to help residents dispose of their waste in a more environmentally friendly way.
2001-06-28 00:00:00
Edenbridge relief road gets the go-ahead
Sevenoaks District Councillors gave the go-ahead on Tuesday 26 June at Council for the completion of the Edenbridge western relief road.
2001-06-28 00:00:00
SNAP Dance Summer Sizzler
The summer night air was alive with sensational sounds and dance beats, last Saturday when up and coming new band
2001-06-27 00:00:00
Council thanks local volunteers
Sevenoaks District Council celebrated the achievements of local voluntary groups at a special summer reception at Hollybush Indoor Bowls Centre on Wednesday 20 June.
2001-06-26 00:00:00
Operation Cubit widens its net
Operation Cubit, a scheme designed to get tough on joyriding and abandoned vehicles in Swanley, is set widen its area to cover Crockenhill, Eynsford, Farningham, Hextable, Horton Kirby, South Darenth and West Kingsdown.
2001-06-22 00:00:00
Community facility rises from the ashes
Shoreham's new Pavilion was officially reopened on Sunday 17 June by former England cricketer Paul Downton and Sevenoaks District Council leader Alison Cook after the original building fell prey to an arson attack two years ago.
2001-06-20 00:00:00
Every dog has its Fun Day
Dogs and their owners can enjoy a day packed with activities, refreshments, side stalls and a display as the
2001-06-20 00:00:00
The sound of music comes to Sevenoaks
As part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival Fair, visitors to the town will be able to enjoy an exciting and varied music programme free of charge.
2001-06-20 00:00:00
Sevenoaks team courts success
A Sevenoaks tennis team has won the Goodwill Games tennis tournament to top the list of 13 districts in Kent on a day of sporting activities that took place in Maidstone on 26 May.
2001-06-14 00:00:00
Make an ordinary Saturday extraordinary
As part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival, visitors to the town can look forward to The Festival Fair - an exciting day of free street theatre and musical performance.
2001-06-14 00:00:00
Get into the spirit of recycling
Penshurst residents have a brand new site to take their glass bottles, jars, newspapers, magazines, junkmail and cans for recycling.
2001-06-14 00:00:00
Permit holders fair better with new scheme
A new package of options is now available for eligible residents to take full advantage of Sevenoaks District Council's travel concession scheme.
2001-06-14 00:00:00
Taxing times for Swanley
It is less than a week until the start of "Operation Cubit" which begins in and around Swanley on 11 June.
2001-06-05 00:00:00
Council enters new era
On Tuesday 5 June, Sevenoaks District Council held its first ever Cabinet meeting as part of a trial of a new system for taking decisions that affect local residents.
2001-06-04 00:00:00
Clamping down on abandoned vehicles
Kent Police, the Driver Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) and Sevenoaks District Council are taking tough action in response to complaints from residents about abandoned and untaxed vehicles in and around Swanley.
2001-06-04 00:00:00
Good attendants in the District
The Sevenoaks and District Access Group met recently to discuss the problems caused to people with disabilities who use car parks and pavements, by drivers who do not park considerately.
2001-05-11 00:00:00
Council elects new Chairman
Sevenoaks District Council's new Chairman has promised to use his year in office to promote healthy lifestyles and to raise the profile of organisations that help care for people in the local community.
2001-05-09 00:00:00
New Youth Co-Ordinator
If you're a young person in the Sevenoaks District and you want to have your say, Sally Potter is just the person you need to speak to.
2001-05-09 00:00:00
More countryside sites reopen
Countryside sites across the District are being reopened by Sevenoaks District Council.
2001-05-04 00:00:00
Recital at local church
A mixture of hymns old and new will be performed by the Sevenoaks District Council Singers at St Luke's Church on Wednesday 16 May, from 12.30pm to 1pm.
2001-05-02 00:00:00
Making allowances
Sevenoaks District Councillors have agreed a new allowance structure to comply with new Government rules to modernise local councils.
2001-04-23 00:00:00
Westerham 2 Sevenoaks
The W2 (Westerham 2 Sevenoaks) service launched by Sevenoaks District Council in October of this year will have a new vehicle joining its route from 12 April 2001.
2001-04-19 00:00:00
The art of keeping fit
Twenty-two striking designs are being featured in the new Streamlines Gym at Sevenoaks Leisure Centre to help make working out more interesting.
2001-04-17 00:00:00
Get In Shape
Sevenoaks District residents can now pick up a copy of
2001-04-12 00:00:00
Local restaurant fined for odour nuisance
A La Carte Spice Restaurant in Wrotham was fined by Sevenoaks District Council's Environmental Health Team after complaints from local residents about a strong smell of cooking causing a nuisance.
2001-04-12 00:00:00
Easter eggs, magic and a round of golf
Lullingstone Park Visitor Centre is opening its doors to the public once again after closing due to the Foot and Mouth crisis and is looking forward to giving a warm welcome back to the public for Easter.
2001-04-12 00:00:00
Sevenoaks to Swanley bus service to be withdrawn
The 321 bus service, which runs between Sevenoaks and Swanley, will be withdrawn from service. The last day of operation will be Sunday 13 May.
2001-04-12 00:00:00
Changes to Council's minibus service
For the past 15 years, Sevenoaks District Council has provided a minibus service for elderly and disabled residents and youth groups. The Council recently reviewed the service to make it more efficient in the face of rising costs.
2001-04-12 00:00:00
Sevenoaks parking charges reviewed
Following a review of car parking charges, Sevenoaks District Council is to increase its charges in Sevenoaks from April. These will be the first increases in four years and in some cases the first for nine years.
2001-04-12 00:00:00
New opening hours for Edenbridge Local Office
The opening hours of Edenbridge Local Office are set to change from 1 April. Its new hours will be standardized to open 10am to 4pm seven days a week.
2001-03-29 00:00:00
Keep on running!
Sevenoaks District Council Street Cleanser, Kevin Bathurst will be pounding the streets of London when he takes his place amongst the starters for this year's London marathon.
2001-03-29 00:00:00
Local man prosecuted for storing tyres
A West Kingsdown landowner has been successfully prosecuted by Sevenoaks District Council's Enforcement Team for failing to abide by an enforcement notice.
2001-03-28 00:00:00
Nappy talk
Local parents have a unique opportunity to save money and help the environment thanks to a new real nappy scheme being run by Councils in Kent.
2001-03-28 00:00:00
