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  Highways and Transport Services Survey

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  This year, for the eighth year running, Kent County Council is taking part in the NHT Public Satisfaction Survey on highways and transport s...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 28 Jul 25
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  Five Kent Fraud Alerts

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Good Afternoon, Please find attached 5 fraud alerts. Please feel free to share with family and friends and via your social media accounts....

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 28 Jul 25
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  Community Grant Scheme 2026/27

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Our Community Grant Scheme returns this September, inviting voluntary groups and charitable organisations to apply for grants of up to &poun...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 28 Jul 25
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  Silver Sunday is back!

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Silver Sunday returns this year with a packed calendar of events for older residents. There’s something for everyone - from free NHS h...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 28 Jul 25
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  Westminster field Summer Maintenance Update

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  MAINTENANCE UPDATE FOR WESTMINSTER FIELD The Northern most steps in the picnic area were broken and unsafe. At the June ROS Committee m...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 25 Jul 25
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  The Community Safety Unit News for Horton Kirby

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  CSU The Community Safety Unit (CSU) consists of Council Staff, Police, Community Wardens, Housing Associations and other partner agencies....

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 25 Jul 25
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  Mussenden Lane - Temporary Prohibition of Driving

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Emergency Road Closure - Mussenden Lane, Horton Kirby - 22nd July 2025 (Sevenoaks) It will be necessary to close Mussenden Lane, Horton Kir...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 24 Jul 25
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  UK Power Networks - Temporary Road Closure - School Lane, Horton Kirby - 18th August 2025 for 5 days

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  The road will be closed outside number 82. The alternative route is via School Lane, Lombard Street, Mussenden Lane, Three Gates Road and v...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 24 Jul 25
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  Thames Water - Temporary Road Closure - Holmesdale Road, South Darenth - 23rd August 2025 for 3 days

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Thames Water - Temporary Road Closure - Holmesdale Road, South Darenth - 23rd August 2025 for 3 days The road will be closed between Devon...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 24 Jul 25
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  My Community Voice - Fraud Alert

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Good Morning, We are currently seeing a significant uptake in fraud calls, even just over the past few days, particularly ones whereby the ...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 22 Jul 25
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  Kent Police - Young people with catapults

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  This message is mainly aimed to our younger community , so if you have or know of a young person, please ask them to read this, as it is a g...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 21 Jul 25
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  Bins in Horton Kirby & South Darenth

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Bins in Horton Kirby & South Darenth Sevenoaks District Council are responsible for emptying the public black bins in Horton Ki...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 15 Jul 25
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  Bike Marking at South Darenth Family Fun Day : Mon 11 Aug 10:30

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  On Monday 11th August 2025, officers from the Sevenoaks Community Safety Unit, will be attending the Sevenoaks District Council Family Fu...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 14 Jul 25
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  S34 Dispersal Notice, Franks Lane, Horton Kirby

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Effective Friday 11th July for 48 hours

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 11 Jul 25
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  Horton Road and the Street Temporary Road closure 18 July

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

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

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 11 Jul 25
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  Notice of Vacancy in Office of Councillor

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Horton Kirby and South Darenth Parish Council NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN in accordance with Section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972, ...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 8 Jul 25
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  S34 Dispersal Order on Franks Lane, Horton Kirby

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Good Afternoon Resident, I want to make you aware of a S34 Dispersal Order that will be put in place on Franks Lane due to the recent issu...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 26 Jun 25
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  S34 Dispersal Order on Franks Lane, Horton Kirby

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Good Afternoon Resident, I want to make you aware of a S34 Dispersal Order that will be put in place on Franks Lane due to the recent issu...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 26 Jun 25
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  Family Fun Day at the Heathside, Monday 11th August

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Hosted by Sevenoaks District Council, this free activity session runs from 10.30am to 1.30pm. Free Kent Police bike marking will also be the...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 24 Jun 25
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  Kent Police Approved Community Safety Information Hub - e-watch.co

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Receive latest news from Kent Police, Kent Fire & Rescue, Kent County Council etc: https://www.e-watch.co/updates.php?update=2298

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 24 Jun 25
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  Table Tennis at the Village hall - Free Open Practice Evening

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Beginners welcome, Starts at 7.40pm

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 11 Jun 25
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  Sevenoaks District Fun Day coming to the Heathside

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Monday 11th August 10.30am - 1.30pm. Parent/Guardian must remain.

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 29 May 25
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  Sevenoaks District Council considers changes to recycling and waste collections

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Sevenoaks District Councillors are considering proposals to modernise and improve local recycling and waste collections. The Council is wor...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 29 May 25
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  Urgent Road Closure - Rabbits Road, South Darenth - 28th May 2025

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  It will be necessary to close Rabbits Road, South Darenth from 28th May 2025 for up to 1 day. The road will be closed between Wilsons La...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 27 May 25
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  Horton Kirby Cricket Club Information

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Click on each photo for information about the club, home fixtures for this season and the juniors section.

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 27 May 25
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  Jacobs Lane Closure - UPDATE

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  The diversion route has now changed to Horton Road - Station Road - A225 towards Farningham - A20 - Eglantine Lane - Lombard Street - Forge ...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 23 May 25
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  Calfstock Lane Closed 27th May for 1 Day

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  This closure is necessary to enable carriageway patching to be carried out by Kent County Council.

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 23 May 25
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  Parish Office - Closed Dates

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Closed for Annual Leave.

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 22 May 25
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  Sign up to our New Website!

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Keep informed of latest news and planning applications

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 22 May 25
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  The Village and Jubilee Halls are Available for Hiring

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Suitable for all types of events. See Poster for more information

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 22 May 25
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  Horton Road Close 10 & 11May

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Road Maintenance in Your Area Road Surface Improvement (Micro Surfacing) Kent County Council will be working to improve the road surface of...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 21 May 25
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  Temporary Closure of Holmesdale Road 23rd May

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  KENT COUNTY COUNCIL HOLMESDALE ROAD, SOUTH DARENTH TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF DRIVING Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 – Section 14 (2)...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 21 May 25
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  Stand up Against Street Harassment

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  With 80% of women in the UK reporting harassment in public spaces and 75% of harassment victims saying no one helped, the need for action is...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 19 May 25
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  CALFSTOCK LANE, FARNINGHAM TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF DRIVING

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  KENT COUNTY COUNCIL CALFSTOCK LANE, FARNINGHAM TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF DRIVING Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 – Section 14 (2) K...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 15 May 25
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  Openreach - Temporary Road Closure - Mussenden Lane, Horton Kirby - 11th June 2025 for 2 days between 09.00hrs and 17.00hrs

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  The road will be closed between Mussenden Farm House and Bluebell Cottage. The alternative route is via Eglantine Lane, Gorse Hill, Gabriel...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 15 May 25
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  Westminster field Public Toilet Opening Times

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Open during school summer holidays on a daily basis.

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 15 May 25
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  Kent - Temporary Road Closure - Jacobs Lane, Horton Kirby - 26th May 2025 for 14 days

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  The road will be closed for the entire length. The alternative route is via Forge Lane, Lombard Street, Rays Hill, The Street, Horton Ro...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 12 May 25
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  The Cottage Community day Trips

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Day Trips 10 June - 02 July Do you live in Swanley, BR8, DA3, DA4, Darenth or West Kingsdown? Are you over 55? If you would like to attend...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 12 May 25
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  Price Increase of Garden Sacks by SDC

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Garden Sacks Price Increase 21st April 2025 1 bundle of 25 sacks = £27.00 1 sack = £1.08 Sevenoaks District Council have annou...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 29 Apr 25
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  VE Day 80 Thursday 8th May 2025

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council Celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE day with us Join your community for a special d...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 25 Apr 25
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  Five Frauds Happening in Kent

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Please click on the link to read https://www.mycommunityvoicekent.co.uk/Alerts/A/264671

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 25 Apr 25
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  Urgent Road Closure

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Urgent Road Closure - Skinney Lane, Horton Kirby - 25th April 2025 (Sevenoaks) It will be necessary to close Skinney Lane, Horton Kirby ...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 23 Apr 25
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  Urgent Road Closure

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Urgent Road Closure - The Street, Horton Kirby - 25th April 2025 (Sevenoaks) It will be necessary to close The Street, Horton Kirby from 25...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 23 Apr 25
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  Urgent Road Closure - Mussenden Lane, Horton Kirby - 23rd April 2025

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  KCC will be carrying out carriageway patching.

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 22 Apr 25
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  Urgent Road Closure - Franks Lane, Horton Kirby - 22nd April 2025

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Closed between 09.30am - 15.30am

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 17 Apr 25
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  St. George's Day Fete Saturday 3rd May

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Bring the whole family along for Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council's annual St. George's Day fete. Free bouncy castles...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 11 Apr 25
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  VEDay80 - Thursday 8th May 2025

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  The Parish Council would like to invite you to join in with the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of VE Day on Thursday 8th May.

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 11 Apr 25
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  The Cottage community Day Trips

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Do you live in Swanley, BR8, DA3, DA4, Darenth Wilmington or West Kingsdown? Are you over 55? If you would like to attend the following trip...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 10 Apr 25
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  Easter Waste Collections by Sevenoaks District Council

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Easter waste collections Following the Easter bank holiday, there may be changes to residents’ rubbish, recycling, and garden waste c...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 8 Apr 25
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  Sevenoaks District Council - Better Together Survey

  South Darenth, Dartford, Kent

  Article by: Lisa Johnson

  Our Better Together community consultation is now live. We are asking residents who live or work in the District to have their say on the...

  Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council   |  

  Posted: 4 Apr 25