Kennington Town Council

26/06/2026

It's finally here!! The Fayre is tomorrow!
It will be a few degrees cooler than the last couple of days but still very hot. Bring your water, suncream and hats. It will be too hot for the pooches in their coats so the dog show has been cancelled. We will have a cool area set up so please make use of this. All of our stewards and core team are happy to help. We thank you for supporting the Fayre and all our charities and groups. See you all tomorrow!! 😁😁

26/06/2026

🌞🎪 Don't Forget – The Kennington Summer Fayre is Tomorrow!

Tomorrow, a tradition that has brought our community together for more than 200 years returns to the Recreation Ground on Ulley Road.

From 12pm until 4pm, the Kennington Summer Fayre will once again provide an afternoon of fun, laughter, entertainment, and community spirit for all ages – and best of all, it's completely FREE to attend.

This isn't just another event. Money raised helps support local voluntary and not-for-profit groups that work tirelessly to make a difference in our community throughout the year.

In a world where so much changes, the Kennington Summer Fayre remains a wonderful reminder of what makes our community special, people coming together, supporting one another, and creating memories with family and friends.

We know there are lots of fantastic events taking place across Ashford this weekend, but there's plenty of time to enjoy them all. We'd love you to make the Kennington Summer Fayre part of your day and help celebrate one of the area's longest-running traditions.

🎈 Free entry
🎈 Family fun
🎈 Community stalls and attractions
🎈 Supporting local good causes
🎈 A Kennington tradition dating back over 200 years

Whether you're a regular visitor or planning your first trip, come along, bring your family and friends, and be part of something truly special.

We'll see you tomorrow from 12pm to 4pm on the Recreation Ground, Ulley Road! ❤️

Kennington's annual summer fair, raising thousands of pounds for local non-profit organisations. Kennington Recreation Ground, Ulley Road, Ashford, Kent

25/06/2026

🌞🎪 Join Us at the Kennington Summer Fayre 2026! 🎪🌞

A cherished tradition for generations, the Kennington Summer Fayre returns on Saturday 27th June 2026, from 12pm until 4pm on the Recreation Ground, Ulley Road.

Did you know that this wonderful community event has been happening for over 200 years? The Kentish Gazette advertised a fayre as far back as1793, must therefore making it one of Ashford's and Kennington’s longest-standing traditions.

What makes the Kennington Summer Fayre so special is that it’s about far more. Every year, the fayre raises money for local voluntary and not-for-profit groups, helping organisations that make a real difference across our community.

Best of all, it remains a free event for everyone to enjoy, the fayre focuses on what matters most and bringing people together, creating memories, supporting local causes, and providing a fantastic afternoon of family fun.

We know there is a lot happening in and around Ashford on Saturday, and we're fortunate to have so many great events taking place across the area. But with the Fayre running from 12pm to 4pm, there's plenty of time to enjoy everything on offer. We hope you'll make the Kennington Summer Fayre part of your plans for Saturday and help support an event that gives so much back to the local community.

🎈 Free entry
🎈 Fun for all the family
🎈 Supporting local community groups
🎈 A true Kennington tradition spanning more than 200 years

Whether you've been coming for years or are visiting for the first time, come along, meet friends old and new, enjoy the atmosphere, and be part of a tradition that continues to bring our community together.

See you on Saturday 27th June – let's make it another wonderful day for Kennington! ❤️

Kennington's annual summer fair, raising thousands of pounds for local non-profit organisations. Kennington Recreation Ground, Ulley Road, Ashford, Kent

23/06/2026

BINS NEED TO BE OUT EARLY.

In Iight of the red weather warning that has been issued, for the remainder of this week, SUEZ waste crews will start their routes slightly earlier at 5am.

This is to give them the best chance possible to complete their routes amidst difficult conditions.

ABC will be releasing some comms on their social channels shortly, as well as having a banner on their website

23/06/2026

Useful information for you all 🥵

18/06/2026

Every Piece of Litter Picked Makes a Difference

Yesterday morning saw our final Spring Community Litter Pick at Kennington Recreation Ground. While only a small number of volunteers were able to join us, their efforts once again demonstrated something incredibly important – you do not need a large crowd to make a big difference.

Every discarded bottle, can, wrapper and piece of rubbish removed from our parks, roadsides and green spaces helps to create a cleaner, safer and more welcoming environment for everyone. It shows pride in our community and sends a positive message that Kennington is a place where people care.

The volunteers who gave up their time yesterday should be immensely proud. Their commitment yesterday means children can play in cleaner space, wildlife is better protected, and residents can enjoy the area we are fortunate to call home.

However, we would love to see even more people join us this summer. Just one hour of your time can have a lasting impact. Litter picking is not only good for the environment, but it is also a fantastic way to meet neighbours, enjoy some fresh air, get gentle exercise and be part of something positive.

Whether you have joined us before or are thinking about coming along for the first time, everyone is welcome. Families, individuals, friends and community groups can all play a part.

Summer Community Litter Pick Programme 2026

Wednesday 22nd July 2026
9.45am – 11.00am
Rectory Way Play Area (TN24 9AA)
Meet in the car park, covering Rectory Way Park and Beecholme Drive Green.
W3W: nods.pushes.feels

Wednesday 29th July 2026
9.45am – 11.00am
Bockhanger Shops (TN24 9JJ)
Meet outside the front of Bockhanger Shops, covering the shops, surrounding grassed areas and leading to Grasmere Road Green.
W3W: rival.adding.flying

Wednesday 5th August 2026
9.45am – 11.00am
Goat Lees (TN25 4AB)
Meet near Goat Lees Community Hall and cover surrounding roads, play area and shops.
W3W: mulled.cyber.curving

Wednesday 12th August 2026
9.45am – 11.00am
Tile Kiln Road Shops (TN24 9NT)
Meet at the parade of shops and cover the surrounding roads.
W3W: plugs.tadpole.even

Wednesday 19th August 2026
9.45am – 11.00am
Spearpoint – The Ridge Play Park (TN24 9ET)
Meet by the pavilion and cover The Ridge and Play Park.
W3W: lied.shut.barks

Wednesday 26th August 2026
9.45am – 11.00am
Kennington Recreation Field (TN24 9DQ)
Meet by the barrier entrance to the field and cover the recreation field and play park.
W3W: snuck.sulk.interests

Litter pickers, bin bags, gloves and hi-vis vests are all provided.

Together we can continue to make a visible difference to our local environment. If everyone does a little, we can achieve a lot.
We hope to see you at one of our summer litter picks – because a cleaner Kennington starts with all of us.

"Don't underestimate the difference you can make. One volunteer, one bag of litter, one hour of your time – together it adds up to a cleaner, greener Kennington."

12/06/2026

🌟 Great morning at Brook Court Co-op! 🌟

Councillor Matthew J. Bridger had the pleasure of officially opening the new Brook Court Co-op store this morning on the new Crown Hill View estate, joined by members of the local community to mark the occasion.

The store is now open and ready to serve residents, with opening hours from 7am to 10pm daily.

We wish the team every success and look forward to seeing the store become a valued asset to our growing community.

01/06/2026

Make Your Neighbourhood Safer: Report Empty Buildings

Empty or poorly maintained buildings can attract anti-social behaviour (ASB) such as vandalism, trespassing and fly-tipping, which affects the surrounding community and residents’ sense of feeling safe.

Vacant properties can fall into disrepair, sometimes attracting squatters and anti-social behaviour. That's why we're working with Ad Hoc property management to find opportunities to bring buildings back into use and create safer, more connected places.