Village Meeting

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Halstead Parish Council
We Need You

Come to our Village meeting on
Tuesday 7th October, 7pm in Halstead Village Hall
to share your views on the planning application by Quinn Estates to build on the green belt land at Broke Hill

The Planning application states:
660 dwellings + 150 units of retirement village + a Care Home + a Primary School + local centre + café + small country park
Everyone is invited by Sevenoaks District Council to share their views in writing by Saturday 25th October 2025 on the Sevenoaks District Council website.

Search on the website for View and comment on a planning application, reference number 25/02129/OUT

Getting it in context:

    • The building of Fort Halstead 635 houses is due to start early 2026
    • The SDC Local Plan identifies potential for 201 houses off Crow Drive
    • Potential for another 7 houses in Central Halstead also in the SDC Local Plan
    • More sites in Halstead are known to be under investigation for potential development

How large do you want your village to be?
Visit: halsteadparishcouncil.gov.uk
Email: clerk@halsteadparishcouncil.gov.uk
Post Box: Parish Room, Church Road, Halstead, Sevenoaks, Kent TN14 7HG

Now Hiring – Parish Clerk

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Looking for an opportunity to work locally?

HPC are recruiting for a new Parish Clerk to work part-time, 20-25 hours per week, based at home and our buildings around the Parish.

We’re looking for someone to help with caring for our Parish Room, Pavilion, Allotments and Recreation Ground, meeting residents, getting involved and supporting our local community.

The salary range is between £17.18 and £20.29 per hour, dependent on relevant experience and qualifications.

To Apply:

Email us at clerk@halsteadparishcouncil.gov.uk for a full job description and application form

Closing date for applications is 17 th October 2025

Silver Sunday is back!

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Sevenoaks District Council is running ‘Silver Sunday’ which returns this year with a packed calendar of events for older residents. There’s something for everyone – from free NHS health checks to coffee mornings, swimming to walking groups and lots more. Carers, friends and family members are welcome at all the activities.

Events include the Silver Sunday Fair at New Ash Green Village Hall on Friday 3 October from 10am to 1pm. Older people are invited to this free event for information and advice about local services, support, hobbies and activities.

The ever popular ‘Silver Bells’ Christmas Parties return at The Eden Centre on Thursday 4th December and West Kingsdown Village Hall on Thursday 11th December 2025. Both run from 12pm to 2pm. The free festive events include a buffet, music, dancing, games and more! Open to all Sevenoaks District residents aged 55+.

To view all of the Silver Sunday events, go to www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/silversunday.

Alternatively, to request a Silver Sunday programme, please email communities@sevenoaks.gov.uk or call 01732 227000.

Silver Sunday started over a decade ago with a simple tea dance for older people. Within a few short years, it has transformed into a national campaign to celebrate the contribution of the over 50s while promoting social activities and bringing generations together.

Community Grant Scheme 2026/27 from Sevenoaks District Council

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The Sevenoaks District Council Community Grant Scheme returns this September, inviting voluntary groups and charitable organisations to apply for grants of up to £5,000. The funding is to support projects that improve the health and wellbeing of residents across the Sevenoaks District. Applications open on Wednesday 3 September 2025 and close on Monday 6 October 2025 at 12 noon.

To find out more, please search ‘Sevenoaks District Council Community Grant Scheme’ or email grants@sevenoaks.gov.uk.

Celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE DAY

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Join us from 6pm on Thursday 8th May at Halstead Recreation Ground to celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE DAY.

Dress up in your favourite Red, White and Blue and let’s party like it’s 1945!

  • Fish & Chips
  • Ice Cream
  • Refreshments
  • Music & Singing
  • Beer Tent
  • VE Day Exhibit
  • WW2 Vehicles
  • Quiz for adults and children
  • Prizes

At 9:30pm, we will be joining communities across the UK and Overseas Territories for the lighting of the beacon