West Kingsdown Parish Council

16/10/2026

Emergency Road Closure - St Clere Hill Road, West Kingsdown - 15th October 2026 (Sevenoaks)



It will be necessary to close St Clere Hill Road, West Kingsdown from 15th October 2026 for up to 15 days.



The road will be closed from Terry's Lodge Road to Pells Lane.



The alternative route is via Terry's Lodge Road, A20 London Road, Pells Lane and reversed.



This is to enable road obstruction removal works to be carried out by Kent County Council.

14/10/2026

Rogue Clothing Banks - Gamecock Meadow Recycling area

The two unauthorised clothing banks in the recycling centre adjacent to the Library car park will shortly be removed from the site. It was established that donated items were not being collected on behalf of a registered charity, and neither of the companies responsible for the clothing banks had sought permission from either West Kingsdown Parish Council or Sevenoaks District Council to place them on the land.

The Parish Council has made efforts to identify a suitable charitable organisation to provide a replacement clothing bank; however, to date, no suitable provider has been secured. The Council will continue to explore available options and will provide an update should a replacement facility become available.

In the meantime, residents wishing to recycle unwanted clothing may use the nearest alternative facilities located in New Ash Green, Horton Kirby, or at the Swanley Household Waste Recycling Centre.

12/10/2026

DATE CHANGE TO 5TH APRIL 2027 for 3 days.



South East Water - Temporary Road Closure - Tinkerpot Lane, West Kingsdown - 19th October 2026 for 3 days

The road will be closed outside Woodlands Cottages.

The alternative route is via Tinkerpot Lane, School Lane, A20 London Road, Botsom Lane, Maplescombe Lane, Beesfield Lane, A225 Eynsford Road, A225 High Street, Bower Lane, Goodbury Road and vice versa.

Pedestrian access will be maintained during the works.

The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while works are undertaken by South East Water.

07/10/2026

Temporary CYCLE LANE SUSPENSION - A20 London Road, West Kingsdown - 2nd November 2026 for 3 days

Because of the installation of a private vehicle crossing, Kent County Council has made an Order to temporarily suspend the cycle lane on part of London Road, West Kingsdown, on or after 2nd November 2026 for up to 3 days or until the works have been completed.

The road will be closed outside Second Bungalow 6A.

The cycle lane will be suspended westbound outside Second Bungalow 6A.

Pedestrian access will be maintained during the works.

For the most up to date information on these works please visit: https://one.network/?tm=GB152854107

For information regarding this closure please contact T. Body JNR Plant Hire Ltd on 01795 844430, who will be able to assist with the scope of these works.

06/10/2026

Emergency Road Closure - St Clere Hill Road, West Kingsdown - 3rd October 2026 (Sevenoaks)



It will be necessary to close St Clere Hill Road, West Kingsdown from 3rd October 2026 for up to 5 days.



The road will be closed outside Two Chimneys.



The alternative route is via St Clere Hill Road, Tinker Pot Lane, Clarkes Green Road, Birchin Cross Road, Rowdow Lane, Pilgrims Way East, Pilgrims Way, Old Terrys Lodge Road and reversed.



This is to enable burst water main repairs to be carried out by South East Water.

02/10/2026

WEST KINGSDOWN PARISH
COUNCIL MEETINGS

October 2026


PLANNING & GENERAL PURPOSES MEETING
Monday 12th October 2026
St Edmund’s Centre, School Lane,
West Kingsdown
7.00pm

Public invited to attend.

PLANNING & PARISH COUNCIL MEETING
Wednesday 28th October 2026
St Edmund’s Centre, School Lane,
West Kingsdown
7.00pm

The Public and Press are cordially invited to be present

There will be half an hour for questions from
the public at the Parish Council meeting
Each person is allowed 3 minutes to make their comment
and/or ask a question or questions.

For Further enquiries please contact the
Clerk on 01474 853286 or [email protected]

Recording and/or videoing may take place at meetings.

02/10/2026

SEVENOAKS DISTRICT IS NOW AN AGE FRIENDLY COMMUNITY!

You maybe aware that Sevenoaks District recently became an Age Friendly Community

Sevenoaks District Council are one of Kent’s first members of a UK Network of Age-friendly Communities

We have joined over 100 places representing over 30 million residents across Britain committed to making their cities, towns and villages more adapted to the over 50s.

Supported by the Centre for Ageing Better, we will be working towards improving the places, opportunities and services that help people stay active, connected and independent as they age.

As part of this we are undertaking a survey starting today until 31 December 2026.

You can complete the survey on line here:

https://engagement.sevenoaks.gov.uk/communities/agefriendlycommunitysurvey/

or Sevenoaks District Council can send paper copies if you prefer.

Many thanks for your help and support

Find and participate in activities run by Sevenoaks District Council

02/10/2026

Emergency Road Closure - School Lane, West Kingsdown - 1st October 2026 (Sevenoaks)



It will be necessary to close School Lane, West Kingsdown from 1st October 2026 for up to 6 days.



The road will be closed outside St John’s Lodge.



The alternative route is via School Lane, Knatts Lane, Knatts Valley Road, Botsom Lane, A20 London Road, School Lane and reverse.



This is to enable water pipe repairs to be carried out by South East Water.

23/09/2026

Silver Sevenoaks District!

Between October and December, Sevenoaks District Council is celebrating older people with ‘Silver Sevenoaks District’ which includes lots of free and low-cost events for the over 55s.

Events include a Silver Celebration, a music afternoon with afternoon tea, free leisure centre passes and a Christmas party.

There are other regular events that the Council is promoting such as exercise classes, Steps to Wellbeing walks, informative talks, lunch clubs, social groups and more.

Sevenoaks District Council's Cabinet Member for People and Places, Cllr Lesley Dyball, says:

“Silver Sevenoaks District is a wonderful way to celebrate older people. It’s a great opportunity for the over 55s to try new hobbies and meet new people.

“There’s something for all abilities and interests and best of all, most of them are free or low cost.

“We expect the events we’re organising to be popular, so if you or someone you know is interested, please book in advance.”

For more information, visit www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/silversevenoaks

To request a programme listing Silver Sevenoaks District events, call 01732 227000 or email [email protected].

Silver Sevenoaks District - events for older people

23/09/2026

Emergency Road Closure - Botsom Lane, West Kingsdown - 22nd September 2026 (Sevenoaks)



It will be necessary to close Botsom Lane, West Kingsdown from 22nd September 2026 for up to 3 days.



The road will be closed outside Olive Cottage.



The alternative route is via Botsom Lane, Maplescombe Lane, Beesfield Lane, A225 Eynsford Road, A20 London Road, A20 Gorse Hill, A20 London Road, Botsom Lane and reversed.



This is to enable water pipe repairs to be carried out by South East Water.