The recently launched KCC Active Travel Business Grants 2025, the pilot of an innovative funding initiative designed to supercharge sustainable commuting across Kent. This grant programme empowers Kent businesses to champion active travel by investing in infrastructure and supporting measures that encourage walking, wheeling, and cycling for both staff and customers. The window to apply […]
Emergency Road Closure – Straw Mill Hill, Tovil – 1st September 2025 (Maidstone) It will be necessary to close Straw Mill Hill, Tovil from 1st September 2025 for up to 26 days. The road will be closed at the junction with Cave Hill, Tovil. The alternative route is via Southbound Diversion: Stockett Lane, B2163 Heath […]
Urgent Road Closure – B2010 Lower Road, East Farleigh – 28th August 2025 (Maidstone) It will be necessary to close B2010 Lower Road, East Farleigh from 28th August 2025 for up to 2 days. The road will be closed at the junctions of Gallants Lane and Charlton Lane. The alternative route is via B2010 Lower […]
The UK government will be carrying out a national test of the Emergency Alerts system on Sunday 7 September at 3pm.
Emergency Road Closure – Teasaucer Hill, Tovil – 4th August 2025 (Maidstone) It will be necessary to close Teasaucer Hill, Tovil from 4th August 2025 for up to 4 days. The road will be closed at the junctions of Cripple Street and Bockingford Lane. The alternative route is via Teasaucer Hill, Cripple Street, A229 Loose […]
Emergency Road Closure – Stockett Lane, Tovil – 4th August 2025 (Maidstone) It will be necessary to close Stockett Lane, Tovil from 4th August 2025 for up to 3 days. The road will be closed at 7 Stockett Lane, Tovil. The alternative route is via Stockett Lane, Forstal Lane, Well Street, Busbridge Road, Stockett Lane […]
Please note new dates have been agreed for these works. New estimated start date is 2nd January 2026, with an estimated end date of 16th January 2026. SGN – Temporary Road Closure – Cripple Street & Teasaucer Hill, Maidstone – 11th August 2025 (Maidstone District) Due to works planned to be undertaken by SGN, it […]
The Scenic Green Trail is a long-distance walking route around the Borough of Maidstone, created by local resident Phil Riches. It follows public footpaths and short road sections to connect nature reserves, green spaces, and historic villages. The trail showcases diverse landscapes including woodlands, meadows, orchards, rivers, and lakes, as well as charming villages with […]