Tenterden Town Council

31/05/2026

🦔 Have you claimed your FREE hedgehog gravel board yet?

Back at the beginning of the month we shared the news about our free hedgehog friendly gravel boards - and if you haven’t claimed yours yet here’s your reminder!

Up to 100 boards are available, one per household, completely free. The board slots beneath your fence panel and creates a small gap - a hedgehog highway - allowing our prickly neighbours to move safely between gardens across Tenterden.

In partnership with construction students from who have designed the posters, made the boards and boxes, this project is very much a community effort - and every garden that joins makes a real difference.

With UK hedgehog numbers down by more than 30% since 2002, it takes minutes to get involved and the impact adds up. Anyone who takes part and creates a hedgehog hole highway will be asked to register their details and record their hedgehog sightings.

Head to the link in our bio to register your interest before they’re gone!

29/05/2026

Thinking about visiting the charming town of Tenterden? Read on!

Nestled in the heart of the High Weald, Tenterden is one of Kent’s most beloved market towns and once you’ve been, you’ll understand why.

From the iconic St Mildred’s Church just off the high street, to the rolling Kent vineyards on it’s doorstep, the Kent & Sussex steam railway, independent shops, cosy cafés and some of the best countryside in the South East, there’s so many reasons people keep coming back.

Tenterden is a town with real character, a proud community and more to discover than you’d ever expect.

Come for the day or make a stay of it - there’s no shortage of brilliant places to rest your head.

Swipe through and see what’s waiting! 👉🏻

📍 Tenterden, Kent

29/05/2026

Due to the number of queries we have received regarding the Appledore Road surface degradation and traffic calming measures, we have published information on our Town Council website to keep you informed: https://www.tenterdentowncouncil.gov.uk/news/

As we obtain further updates or information, we will share this via our website and social media channels: Tenterden, Kent - The Jewel of the Weald

28/05/2026

Contractors will be handing the Town Hall back to the Town Council in early June, marking a major milestone in the project. Throughout June, we’ll be busy getting everything ready—completing health & safety checks, moving staff back in, and restoring fixtures and furnishings. There’s a lot to do, but the building is looking absolutely fabulous!

The Town Hall will reopen to the public for general enquiries and day-to-day access this summer. A programme of reopening events will follow, giving residents and visitors the opportunity to experience the renewed Town Hall and celebrate its return to the heart of our community. 🏛️✨

19/05/2026

Calling all Tenterden parents of sport loving children! ☀️⚽️

Next Friday 29th May, Tenterden Recreation Ground is hosting a FREE drop-in Discovery Session from 4–6pm run by Charlton Athletic Community Trust. It’s a perfect way to spend a half term afternoon and save the half term boredom.

Children can try out brand new sports, meet new faces and get a taste of our future Youth Provision events that will be running over the summer holidays. No booking needed, just turn up!

It’s going to be a sunny one - grab the suncream and come down ☀️

📍 Tenterden Recreation Ground
📅 Friday 29th May, 4pm – 6pm
✅ Open to children age 5+, children must be accompanied by an adult

19/05/2026

Half term fun!

Free drop in discovery sports session with Charlton Athletic Community Trust - for ages 5 and up

Friday 29th May
4pm to 6pm

Tenterden Recreation Ground

15/05/2026

Don't forget to pop along to the Annual Town Meeting on Monday, 18th May at 7pm in Highbury Hall. The Town Council will be conducting an informative presentation, then the floor will be open to questions from residents. Kent Police will be in attendance, as well as representatives from other local organisations. We hope to see you there!

14/05/2026

Gold last year… and we’re ready to shine again!🏆

After the whole town winning a Gold in the 2025-2026 Wilder Kent Awards, we are so excited to be entering the 2026-2027 competition on behalf of the town again. Lets celebrate another year of championing nature.🐝💚

From boosting wildlife to cutting carbon and inspiring our community, every action helps. 💚🌿🌳

Local groups, schools, businesses and organisations - we'd LOVE to hear from you about the wonderful ways you are helping nature to thrive.

Please email - [email protected] to get involved in this years entry!

13/05/2026

PC Laker drop-in session on Monday, 18th May from 6-6.45pm in front of Tenterden Fire Station (next to Shop Around the Clock). PC Laker will then leave to join us at our Annual Town Meeting which starts at 7pm in Highbury Hall. Please pop along to hear the Town Council's presentation followed by questions from the public. Tenterden, Kent - The Jewel of the Weald

13/05/2026

Please find below information regarding the Tenterden Urban Public Spaces Protection Order Consultation. Please spare a moment to take part in this improtant consultation:
https://haveyoursay.ashford.gov.uk/tenterden-urban-public-spaces-protection-order-consultation?utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=SocialSignIn&utm_source=Facebook

Tenterden Urban Public Spaces Protection Order – have your say now 🗣️

Our Community Safety team have launched a consultation on the proposed introduction of a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) for Tenterden Urban.

Over recent months, Ashford Borough Council, Kent Police and Tenterden Town Council have received reports of wildlife being killed and damage being caused to residential property and vehicles. The three organisations have been working closely together to review the evidence as it has emerged and to identify common trends. Reports suggest the incidents are linked to the use of projectile devices, and this information has helped to define the proposed area covered by the order.

We’re encouraging everyone to have their say directly on our consultation portal where you can view a detailed list of proposed restrictions. Please use the consultation portal via the link within the comment section below to have your say and provide feedback before midnight on Sunday 7 June 2026.

Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPO) are intended to deal with a particular nuisance or problem in a particular area that is detrimental to the local community’s quality of life, by imposing conditions on the use of that area which apply to everyone.
They are designed to ensure the law-abiding majority can use and enjoy public spaces, safe from anti-social behaviour and are in line with the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014.