Speldhurst Parish Council

28/10/2026

28/10/2026

Come along to the Digitial Support Workshop at Langton's Cafe Sports & Community Hub on Monday 2nd November where a Digital Champion will be available to help with everyday digital tasks and answer questions on:

Mobile phones, tablets and laptops
Email and internet use
Health and Well-being services
Online forms
Dowloading and using apps
Online safety and scams
Video calling and staying connected

Please sign up in advance by THIS friday 30th October (Phone 01892 862927 or email [email protected]) to book your slot.

21/10/2026

🎄✨ SIP, PAINT & SPARKLE THIS CHRISTMAS! ✨🎄🥂
Get ready for a magical evening of festive fun, creativity, laughter and a little Christmas sparkle at Langton’s Cafe, Sports & Community Hub! ❤️
🎨 Friday 11th December 2026
We’re transforming Langton’s into a cosy Christmas wonderland, filled with twinkling lights, festive cheer, bubbly and beautiful Christmas baubles! 🎄✨
We’re delighted to be joined by the wonderful Manic Ceramix, who will guide you through decorating your very own Christmas baubles. Whether you’re feeling creative or simply fancy a fun evening with friends, absolutely no experience is needed!
🥂 6:30–7pm | Arrival & Welcome Bubbly
🎨 7–9pm | Christmas Bauble Decorating
✨ £25pp – Includes 1 Christmas bauble, paint, glaze and a welcome glass of bubbly.
✨ £30pp – Includes 2 Christmas baubles, paint, glaze and a welcome glass of bubbly.
🧀🍇 Fancy something delicious while you paint?
Our festive grazing boards are available to pre-order!
❤️ £15 per person
❤️ £40 for a board for 4 people
🎶🪩 9–11pm | THE LANGTON’S CHRISTMAS AFTERPARTY!
And the fun doesn’t stop when the painting finishes!
We’re thrilled to welcome DJ Muzz Khan, who’ll be bringing the party atmosphere with some fantastic tunes to get everyone into the Christmas spirit! 🎧🎄
But be warned… 👀😂 Listen out for the fun challenges Muzz will be setting throughout the evening! We can’t give too much away, but expect plenty of laughter, surprises and a little friendly competition!
❤️ THE BEST PART? IT’S ALL FOR OUR COMMUNITY! ❤️
All proceeds from the evening will go to Community Hub, Sports, & Well-being CIC, helping us continue creating activities, opportunities and special moments that bring our wonderful community together.
So gather your friends, bring your work colleagues, organise your Christmas get-together or simply come along and make some new friends!
It’s going to be a wonderfully warm, welcoming and fun-filled evening, and we’d absolutely love you to join us. 🥰
🎟️ Spaces are limited, so book your place today!
📱 07368 570975
🎄 Come for the baubles, stay for the bubbly, laughter and dancing… and help us make a difference in our community! ❤️

19/10/2026

🏃‍♀️ Women’s Community 5K Run with Kent Police 👮‍♀️

Looking for a friendly group to run with during the darker evenings? Why not join the Tunbridge Wells Neighbourhood Policing Team's Women's 5K Run?

📅 Friday 6 November and then monthly
⏰ 6:00pm - 7:00pm
📍 Meet outside St Paul's Church Centre, Rusthall Road
🏃‍♀️ 5K route around Rusthall and Langton Green

Hosted by female Kent Police officers, this monthly event aims to help women feel safer running together after dark while building a supportive and welcoming community.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or just getting started, everyone is welcome. This isn't about speed or setting personal bests - it's about getting active, meeting like-minded women, and enjoying a run together in a safe and encouraging environment.

✅ Run alongside local female police officers
✅ Improve confidence running after dark
✅ Meet new people and support women's wellbeing
✅ Suitable for all abilities

The group will set off at 6:15pm.

💡 Please wear something high-visibility and, if possible, bring a head torch or chest torch.

Why not give it a go and join this fantastic community initiative? For more information and to reserve your place at the first one visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tunbridge-wells-npt-5k-tickets-2003397317306?aff=oddtdtcreator&utm_source=email&utm_medium=sparkpost&utm_campaign=postpublish

🏃‍♀️💙👮‍♀️

16/10/2026

Lisa Whitehead , from Kent Police Tunbridge Wells Neighbourhood Policing Team will be holding a drop in surgery at Speldhurst Community Shop TN3 0PN on Tuesday 17th November 2026 at 11:00 am.

Everyone is welcome (not just Speldhurst village residents). Please share this message with anyone that would benefit from attending. This is your opportunity to raise any concerns you may have and find out what she is doing to tackle the issues that matter to residents.

13/10/2026

Kent County Council - Temporary Road Closure - Bird In Hand Street, Groombridge - 9th November 2026 (Tunbridge Wells District)

Due to works planned to be undertaken by Kent County Council, it will be necessary to close part of Bird In Hand Street, Groombridge, from 9th November 2026 with estimated completion by 13th November 2026.

Bird In Hand Street, Groombridge, will be closed in its entirety. To the extent indicated by signs and barriers on site.

The alternative route for any through traffic is via Groombridge Road, A264 Ashurst Road, B2110 Groombridge Hill 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 drainage improvement works to be carried out, works are undertaken by Kent County Council.

For the most up to date information on these works please visit: https://one.network/?tm=GB151810867

For information regarding this closure 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

12/10/2026

UK Power Networks - Temporary Road Closure - The Boundary, Rusthall - 2nd November 2026 (Tunbridge Wells District)

Due to works planned to be undertaken by UK Power Networks, it will be necessary to close part of The Boundary, Rusthall, from 2nd November 2026 with estimated completion by 6th November 2026.

The Boundary, Rusthall, will be closed in the vicinity of property number 11. To the extent indicated by signs and barriers on site.

There is no alternative route for any through traffic. Access will be maintained where it is safe to do so.

Pedestrian access will be maintained during the works.

The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce to allow service cable installation works to be carried out, works are undertaken by UK Power Networks.

For the most up to date information on these works please visit: https://one.network/?tm=GB150936627

For information regarding this closure please contact UK Power Networks on 08000 294 285, who will be able to assist with the scope of these works.

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

For details of roadworks, please see One.Network

12/10/2026

📢 Want to make a difference in your local community?

There are two vacancies on Speldhurst Parish Council, and this could be a great opportunity to get involved in local issues and help shape decisions affecting our villages.

Being a parish councillor is a rewarding way to represent local residents, support community projects, and have a real say in matters affecting Langton Green, Speldhurst, Ashurst and Old Groombridge.

Interested or want to find out more?
📧 Contact Helen Chater, Clerk at [email protected]
📞 Call 01892 862927
🗓 Deadline: 5pm, Friday 30 October 2026

Please share with anyone who may be interested in helping our community and becoming a local councillor.