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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 22h

Share your views on our latest consultations 📣 - Lockmeadow 2026 - ends 16 October - Financial wellbeing - Young persons financial wellbeing - under 21's only See all our our consultations on Let's Talk Maidstone, letstalkmaidstone.uk.engagementhq.com/

A slightly transparent picture of Brenchley Gardens sits in the background with details of the consultations in the foreground. There are also images of a Lockmeadow concept drawing, a piggybank wearing spectacles next to a calculator, and a young person putting money in a camper van shaped moneybox

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Our Mayor, Cllr Brian Clark, has had a busy week! He joined Tiger Primary pupils to donate Harvest Festival food to Maidstone Homeless Care and attended a fundraiser at Gurkha Kitchen for Nepal disaster relief. Thank you to all who supported! #TheMayorOfMaidstone #Maidstone #Mayor #FundRaising

The Mayor poses smiling with pupils from Tiger Primary

The Mayor talks to students from Tiger Primary in the background, while a trestle table laden with bags of food sits in the foreground

The Mayor and Mayoress pose with attendees from the Gurkha Kitchen fundraising dinner

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Hollywood meets your hometown! 🎬The new historical film 'The Uprising' tells the story of the 1381 Peasants' Revolt, a movement with strong links to Maidstone. Read more: news.maidstone.gov.uk/home/news/26... 📸 Cosmo Jarvis in The Uprising, ©️Entertainment Film Distributors

Portrait of Wat Tyler alongside the Wat Tyler Way road sign and (©️Entertainment Film Distributors) Cosmo Jarvis as Wat Tyler in the film The Uprising

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

A new Heart of Kent Hospice and community care hub has moved a step closer, after we approved £3.53 million towards its construction through CIL funding. Read more here: news.maidstone.gov.uk/home/news/26... #HeartOfKent #CommunityCare

Cllr Jeffery, Erica Snow, Ann-Marie Kelly, Cllr Tony Harwood and Cllr David Naghi.

Cllr Stuart Jeffery, Cllr Tony Harwood and Cllr David Naghi stand together, holding a large '£3.53' sign.

An artist's impression of the new facility.

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Did you see Gloria Hunniford at Maidstone Museum recently? Gloria and the BBC Rip Off Britain team filmed an Advice Clinic segment, packed with practical tips to help people stay safe from scams. See more: www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis... #RipOffBritain #ScamAwareness

Gloria Hunniford sits behind the desk at Maidstone Museum.

Gloria Hunniford poses with Museum staff in 'Museum' t shirts.

Gloria Hunniford poses by several stone busts while a photographer takes some pictures.

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

FREE family fun is coming to Maidstone this October half term! 👻 From 25 to 31 October, giant monsters will take over the town centre as part of the FREE Monster Mash trail, brought to you by @OneMaidstone . Find out more link in comments👇

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

The Mayor of Maidstone, Cllr Brian Clark, was delighted to team up with students and teachers from Tiger Primary School, who have been collecting food for this year's Harvest Festival. The donations will help support people who use Maidstone Day Centre. Thank you to everyone who contributed!

The Mayor of Maidstone stood with children from Tiger Primary School.

The Mayor of Maidstone stood next to a table with bags, talking to children from Tiger Primary School.

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Last chance to respond to the Kent Mineral Sites Plan. We're concerned about proposals that risk ancient woodlands. Consultation closes tomorrow, Oct 5th. Read our full response: news.maidstone.gov.uk/home/news/26... #KentMineralSitesPlan #SaveOurWoodlands

Lush woodland edge beside a dirt track under a clear blue sky

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Residents! Check out updated proposals for Heathlands Garden Community & see how your feedback shaped the plans! Visit us at an engagement event. Find out dates and times and more info by registering here 👉 heathlandsgc.commonplace.is/

Illustrated promotional graphic for Heathlands Garden Community showing homes, countryside, a railway station and train, with a signpost pointing towards Maidstone and Ashford. Text reads: "You're invited. Come along and see how your feedback has helped shape Heathlands Garden Community

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Join us for a charity dinner at The Gurkha Kitchen on 8 October to support the people of Nepal affected by floods. Enjoy a four course meal, bingo & more. - Location: Maidstone West Railway Station, Kent - Price: £27 per person - Book: 01622 765999 #Maidstone #Support

Candles arranged over blue chalk writing.

Crowd gathered around a speaker in Jubilee Square.

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Meet the Neighbourhood Board helping shape £20 million investment in Maidstone communities as part of the Pride in Place programme.

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Meet the Neighbourhood Board helping shape £20 million investment in Maidstone communities as part of the Pride in Place programme. Read the full story via the link in the comments 👇

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Join eco-educator Azeem this weekend at Maidstone Eco-Hub for a talk on our hidden heroes: bees & pollinators! 🐝 - 3 & 4 Oct - 11am-12pm - Mote Park Education Space FREE entry! Book here: shop.beyonk.com/lpr52kya/exp... #EcoHub #MaidstoneEcoHub #MaidstoneBoroughCouncil

Graphic advertising the Maidstone Eco Hub's bee talks. It features drawn images of bees and a photograph of the speaker

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Join us this October in Maidstone to celebrate Black heritage! 🎉 From author talks to samba, drumming, and wellbeing days, there’s something for everyone. Explore the full program: www.visitmaidstone.com/whats-on/bla... #MaidstoneBooroughCouncil #VisitMaidstone #BlackHistoryMonth #WhatsOn

Drummer performing with a hand drum and microphone.

Colourful costumes and accessories displayed on a table.

Colourful flag-inspired artworks displayed on a table.

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

A safe, affordable home can change lives. Our Housing Revenue Account is back, allowing us to invest in 1,000 affordable homes. 103 are already managed, with more on the way! More info: news.maidstone.gov.uk/home/news/26... #AffordableHousing #MaidstoneHousing

Councillors and members of Maidstone Borough Council and Skillcrown Homes pose with a large blue ribbon outside of the newly built Len Martin Court affordable housing development

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Maidstone Litfest is here! 📚From Oct 1-11, enjoy author talks, workshops, poetry, and more! Perfect for every book lover! Don’t miss out! 📓 Full lineup: www.maidstonelitfest.org/what-s-on-in... #LitFest #MaidstoneLitFest

The back of a crowd of people listening to a speaker. The speaker holds a microphone and banners for Waterstones, Maidstone LitFest & Maidstone Borough Council stand behind them

Graphic advertising Maidstone LitFest. In the middle is written 'stories with heart' is written, and various book covers are displayed underneath

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

All Saints Church Maidstone will host a service of remembrance for the Rt Hon Ann Widdecombe, Honorary Freeman of the Borough of Maidstone, on Sunday 4 October at midday. The service is open to those wishing to pay their respects. 📸 © Press Association

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Meet the Neighbourhood Board helping shape £20 million investment in Maidstone communities as part of the Pride in Place programme. Read the full story via the link news.maidstone.gov.uk/home/news/26...

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The Maidstone Eco Hub is back for the last time this year! Join us on 3-4 Oct, at Mote Park, from 10am-4pm for talks, local stalls, and craft activities. Connect with your community and learn about sustainability! More info: www.visitmaidstone.com/whats-on/mai...

People watching an owl display at Creative Maidstone.

Display of reusable bags, reusable coffee cups and other sustainable household swaps.

Display board by 'Maidstone CAN' featuring images of nature and various stats.

Poster for Maidstone Eco Hub in the foreground, families peruse displays in the background.

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Huge congrats to Phil Riches for winning the Environmental Award at the #BBCMakeADifference Awards! 🌿 His work on Maidstone's Scenic Green Trail , which helps everyone enjoy and learn about our beautiful countryside. Proud to support this project! #ScenicGreenTrail #Maidstone

BBC Make a Difference Awards backdrop. From left to right are Shelley Wilcken, Biodiversity & Climate Change Manager, Dr Caroline Jessel from the Greensand Farm Cluster, Phil Riches holding the Environmental Award trophy, and Lisa Ridler from Kent County Council's Public Rights of Way team

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Kent County Council is offering grants up to £5000 for small businesses, not-for-profits, or NHS to promote active travel in Kent (excl. Medway). Deadline: Midnight, 16 Oct! Apply here: kentsmartertravel.co.uk/x.jsp #ActiveTravel

Poster for KCC's Active Travel grants for small businesses. The poster features details of the grant, pictures of a bicycle and a QR code to apply

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Just 1 week left to respond to the #KentMineralSitesPlan! We've raised concerns about losing ancient woodland & its irreplaceable habitats. Comment by Oct 5! Read our full response: news.maidstone.gov.uk/home/news/26...

Woodland planting across open ground beneath a wide, cloud-filled sky

Pink foxglove flowers growing among dense green woodland vegetation

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Today is #WorldRiversDay! Let's celebrate our rivers, like the River Medway, which support ecosystems and help combat climate change. Join the Friends of the River Medway and become a river guardian! Small actions can make a big difference: www.formedway.org/river-guardi... #RiverMedway

The River Medway with boats, trees and parked cars in the distance

Long shot of the River Medway, flats are on the right of the river, and the exterior of Fremlin walk is visible on the left

Purple flowers and overhanging trees over the River Medway. A small boat can be seen in the background

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

With the summer we've just had, every drop counts! Meet Frederick, using a free water butt from our giveaway to keep his garden thriving. Together, we're making Maidstone more climate resilient. A big thank you to Frederick and his family for sharing! #WaterConservation #ClimateAction

A young boy waters plants in a garden using a green watering can. The garden includes a lawn, shrubs and planting beds, alongside a brick wall.

A young boy fills a green watering can from a water butt in a garden. The water butt is positioned next to a house wall.

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Join us for Allington Wildlife Group's Seed Sunday on Sept 27! 🌿 Collect free seeds, swap bulbs, and share gardening tips! 🐝 - St Nicholas Church Hall, Poplar Grove, Allington - 2-3:30pm Donations of seeds & bulbs welcome! #Maidstone #NatureRecovery

Packets and pots of seeds with handwritten labels

People attending a seed swap, they are chatting and looking at various seeds on trestle tables

A bumblebee on a wildflower, poppies and cornflowers can be seen in the background

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

A newly published report showcases the council's successes over the past year! From reducing temporary accommodation to tackling Violence Against Women and Girls, we’re making strides. Check out the highlights! news.maidstone.gov.uk/home/news/26...

Graphic of a river and a silhouetted cityscape, with silhouettes of people undertaking various activities, and rectangular speech bubbles detailing various year one council achievements

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Did you know 350,000 tonnes of clothing end up in UK landfills each year? We’re trialing pothole repair material made from recycled textiles with RECOOL and Loughman’s. Learn more: news.maidstone.gov.uk/home/news/26... #Maidstone #CircularEconomy #Recycling #ClimateAction #Sustainability

Recycled textile fibres being tested as a sustainable road repair material.

A contractor lays the recycled textile road repair material during the trial.

The completed repair after installation of the trial material.

Close-up of shredded textiles diverted from landfill for reuse.

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

The Carriage Museum is about to close its doors for the year! The Carriage Museum is closing for the year! Visit this weekend (26 & 27 Sept) to see Europe's finest collection of horse-drawn vehicles. Open 11am-3pm. Don't miss out before they close until summer 2027! #MaidstoneCarriageMuseum

Close up of a State Landau shot over the large back wheel. The carriage is black-brown with the royal british families coat of arms on the side and rear

A decorative Phaeton with painted flowers on the body

Close up of the Mayor's carriage, blue with a black roof and the crest of Maidstone on the door

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The MOD is encouraging those affected by the LGBT Ban to apply for their recognition scheme. If you were affected by the ban between 1967-2000, you can apply for the Financial Recognition Scheme and other forms of recognition affectedbytheban.campaign.gov.uk/ Deadline: 12 December 2026

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The Maidstone Eco Hub is back for the last time this year! 🌱 Join us at the Mote Park Education Space on the 3 & 4 of October for a displays, crafts, bookable activities, eco-giveaways and much more! Find out more and book: www.visitmaidstone.com/whats-on/mai... #EcoHub

Autumn Eco Hub social media tile with pictures of autumn leaves and the Mote Park Education Space

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Get moving and get rewarded! 🏃‍♀️ Kent County Council's free WeRoam app lets you earn points for walking, wheeling, and cycling. Explore Maidstone or the countryside, find hidden Roam Markers, and redeem for exclusive rewards! weroamapp.com/ #Maidstone #WeRoam #ActiveTravel

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Yalding Parish Council's annual Parish Picnic was a hit! Residents enjoyed apple picking, family activities, and fresh pressed apple juice in the beautiful Yalding Fen orchard. 🌳 #MaidstoneBoroughCouncil #YaldingFen

Residents gathered beneath apple trees at the Parish Picnic in Yalding's community orchard

Families enjoying the Parish Picnic at Yalding Fen surrounded by orchard and meadow landscapes

Children using an apple press to make fresh apple juice from locally picked apples

Information board highlighting the wildlife, habitats and discovery trail at Yalding Fen

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Our new pocket parks in Maidstone are ready! 🌳 Enjoy greenery, benches, and biodiversity in St Faith's, Brewer, & Union Streets. Plus, they help collect rainwater! #MaidstoneBoroughCouncil #PocketParks

New pocket park with benches and planting along Union Street, Maidstone.

Landscaping work in progress, with new plants being installed in a pocket park

Improved streetscape with new planting, seating and paving in Union Street Maidstone

Freshly planted pocket park featuring seating, shrubs and trees

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Our Miyawaki forest at Chillington Street is thriving! We've found a colony of European Firebugs and a rare sawfly species. Small urban greenspaces like this boost biodiversity & climate resilience. 📸Cllr Tony Harwood Read more: news.maidstone.gov.uk/home/news/26...

European Firebugs (Pyrrhocoris apterus) feeding among native woodland.

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

We've raised concerns about the Kent Mineral Sites Plan that may threaten ancient woodlands. The evidence doesn't seem to justify their loss. Comment on the consultation by 5 Oct. More info here: news.maidstone.gov.uk/home/news/26... 📸 Cllr Tony Harwood

View of Oaken Wood vegetation, with tall green plants and purple foxglove flowers growing in bright sunshine beneath a clear blue sky, credit Cllr Tony Harwood

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Being Mayor of Maidstone isn’t your typical 9-5! Last weekend, Cllr Brian Clark enjoyed the Summer Open Day at Hayle Nature Reserve, volunteering and supporting local green spaces. Want the Mayor at your event? my.maidstone.gov.uk/service/invi... #MaidstoneBoroughCouncil #HayleNatureReserve

A group of people sat on a grassy slope watch a performance, there are tents and marquees visible in the background

The Mayor and Mayoress smile at the camera alongside members of the Maidstone Lions Club

A family group, one person pets a donkey while others look on. A trailer is visible in the background

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Partners from across Maidstone came together to shape the Be Better campaign against Violence Against Women and Girls. With a £250,000 investment, we're launching new projects and resources to create safer spaces for women and girls. Learn more: news.maidstone.gov.uk/home/news/26...

Participants working in groups during an action group session.

Small group discussing and writing notes around a table.

Presentation being given to group attendees.

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Could your homemade bakes, jams, or flowers find a new home in a cake shed or honesty box? 🍰 We've launched a pilot scheme to support local community businesses! Need help with the application? Email us at licensingmbc@maidstone.gov.uk. #MaidstoneBoroughCouncil

A cake with white icing and colourful sprinkles, a large slice has been cut out

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Thrilled to support last week's Kent Charity Awards! Huge congrats to all the charities who were nominated including many representatives from Maidstone. Special shoutout to Kent County Agricultural Society for winning Animal & Environment Charity of the Year! #KentCharityAwards

Stuart Jeffery presents an award to the team from Kent County Agricultural Society

Stuart Jeffery presents on stage at the Kent Charity Awards, there is a star cloth and a screen that says 'Animal and Environment Charity of the Year

Stuart Jeffery poses with the team from Kent County Agricultural Society, who hold their trophy

Photo provided by the Kent Charity Awards

The stage at the Kent Charity Awards lit in purple with two banners and a central projector screen

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

A refuse truck in Maidstone caught fire due to a battery-powered speaker in a recycling bin. Always dispose of batteries properly to avoid fire risks! Check local recycling points for safe disposal. #MaidstoneBoroughCouncil #FireSafety

The side of a refuse truck with visible burn marks

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

We're thrilled to announce the completion of Wilberforce House & Len Martin Court, bringing affordable homes to Maidstone! A big thanks to Skillcrown Homes for partnering with us. Together, we're paving the way for 1,000 affordable homes in the borough! news.maidstone.gov.uk/home/news/26...

A group of people smile outside of the new Len Martin Court development. They hold a large blue ribbon between them

Cllr Jefferies and Cllr Wales cut a blue ribbon baring the Maidstone Borough Council and Skillcrown logos

A wide shot of the new Len Martin Court. A five story block of flats with large windows and pale bricks

A metal sign on a pale brick wall saying 'Len Martin Court

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

We're asking visitors to take extra care at Mote Park following the presence of blue-green algae in the lake. Do not enter the water, or allow dogs and other animals into the lake or to drink from it. Blue-green algae can be harmful to people and animals and may be fatal to dogs.

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Leader of Maidstone Borough Council, Stuart Jeffery reflects on the government’s decision to pause Local Government Reorganisation 👇

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Celebrating 10 years of The Bread and Butter Thing! From one van to supporting 100,000+ households in England. With 4 hubs in Maidstone, they're making food affordable & reducing waste. Check out the full story here: news.maidstone.gov.uk/home/news/26... #TheBreadAndButterThing

A table with a spread of fresh vegetables, some packaged, across it

The back of a hi-vis jacket with 'The bread and butter thing.' written on it

Bags of food with loaves of sliced bread visible in each bag

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

We're asking people for their views on how Lockmeadow could evolve from better riverside access to events, markets and community activities. Consultation runs from 7/9 to 18/10 Drop-in sessions: 23, 25 & 27/ 9 at Lockmeadow, and 30/ 9 & 1/10 in Jubilee Square. Link in comments.

The Stag at Lockmeadow is a striking 21-foot aluminium sculpture by renowned British sculptor Edward Bainbridge Copnall. Originally created for Stag Place in London, it has stood beside the River Medway at Lockmeadow since 2004 and remains one of Maidstone's most recognisable landmarks.

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Community collaboration for a cleaner River Medway! 🛶 Derek Whitehead of the Medway Valley Countryside Partnership & Maidstone Canoe Club volunteers removed 14 bags of litter. Great job, everyone! Let’s keep our river beautiful! 👏 #RiverClean #CommunityAction

A group of people in canoes, post for a picture on the river]

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Make sure you don't miss the Maidstone Repair Cafe, TODAY (5 September) 🛠️ The volunteer team are on hand to help mend all sorts of things, from electrical items, to childrens toys, furniture, textiles & more Lockmeadow Market Hall Saturday 5 September 10am - 2pm #RepairCafe

A person reattaches the ear of a toy horse

A Repair Cafe banner attached to the ceiling of the Lockmeadow Market Hall

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Maidstone Borough Council @maidstonebc.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Tonight, Maidstone came together in solidarity for a candlelight vigil following the tragic events in Nepal. Residents, faith leaders and community organisations gathered to remember those lost and stand with everyone affected. Thanks to Cllr Dinesh Khadka and all involved. 🕯️

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