News
News from in and around Eynsford.
Pedham Place Update, by Cllr Vince Robson
15th January 2025
I wanted to start this article wishing everyone a Happy New Year, however I fear that it may be anything but happy! The Government have been busy amending local housing targets and the NPPF (National Planning Policy Framework) in the belief that this will enable them to achieve the 1.5m new...
Vote for your Community Hero!
12th December 2024
We are delighting to be participating in the Kent Alc Community Award scheme again this year to reward outstanding service to our community. The winner for this year will be selected by the parish council from the nominations received. They will have the chance to receive a certificate of...
New community transport scheme launched for Eynsford and surrounding villages
21st October 2024
People living in Eynsford, Lullingstone and Farningham now have access to a new community transport initiative, set up by Darent Valley Community Church (DVCC) with support from local residents and enabled by a grant from Kent County Council. As part of national Community Transport Week...
A Quiet Energy Revolution in Eynsford?
17th October 2024
Did you know that the three latest houses to be built in Eynsford have air source heat pumps? Nope – exactly. Could you help us uncover more about our villages increasing green energy generation? By taking a few minutes to complete this survey you will help us to see the village from a...
Parish Councils join forces to fight Pedham Place development
14th October 2024
Press release from Farningham Parish Council, in collaboration with Eynsford Parish Council, Crockenhill Parish Council and Tibbalds Planning and Urban Design Ltd, 9th October 2024 Three Kent Parish Councils join forces to expose the folly of Sevenoaks’ District Council Local Plan, in a...
New Eynsford Football Pitch Opens
9th September 2024
Saturday 7th September saw the inaugural match on the new Harrow Meadow football pitch between members of resident clubs Eynsford Football Club and Riverside Wanderers Football Club. Many supporters and members of the local community came out to watch the match on the new pitch followed by a...
We are Hiring - Vacancy for Assistant Clerk
23rd July 2024
Eynsford Parish Council is looking for proactive individual with experience of administrative and customer facing work to make an important contribution to our community. If you are keen to make a difference in our parish we would love to hear from you. The full job description and information...
Change to Opening Times
22nd July 2024
Our opening hours are changing. During July/August the office will be open three days a week. These days may vary from week to week. We will aim to keep you updated here and on social media. w/c 22 July - Open Monday, Tuesday & Thursday w/c 29 July - Open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday ...
Community Walk to Protect Pedham Place
18th June 2024
Pedham Place in Eynsford and Farningham has been targetted as a potential development site for 2500 new homes. This important part of the Green Belt is a protected National Lanscape and part of the North Downs. The Protect our Greenbelt Together group, together with local parish councils is...
Eynsford's Green Team organises Events for the Great Big Green Week
23rd May 2024
Eynsford's Green Team has organised a series of events and opportunities to celebrate the Great Big Green Week between 8th and 16th June 2024. For more information about the Great Big Green Week please visit https://greatbiggreenweek.com/ Join us for these great events! Saturday...
