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North Kent Thameside, England
Joined August 2009
Need something free to keep the kids active this half-term? ⚽ Free sports and activity sessions are taking place at St Gregory’s Park, Gravesend, for ages 5–16. 📅 27–30 October 🎟️ Free to attend Find out more: gravesham.govocal.com/en-GB/…
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Your Christmas day out? Sorted. 🎄 Live music • K-Pop • Santa • rides • panto • Christmas lights All in Gravesend. All in one day. Free. 📅 Saturday 14 November 🕚 11am–6pm 📍 Gravesend Town Centre Plan your day: gravesham.gov.uk/events/even…
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Love keeping things organised and supporting work that makes a difference locally? We’re hiring a Communities and Inclusive Growth Administrator. 📍 Gravesend 💻 Hybrid 💷 £27,664–£29,461 📅 Apply by 1 November Apply: gravesham.gov.uk/jobs/commun…
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Service update All services on our website, including our online forms, are now back to normal. Thank you for your patience while we carried out the essential updates, and we apologise for any inconvenience caused.
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Some of our online forms are unavailable this morning while we carry out essential updates. We are working hard to have them back online soon. Please only call our customer services team if your enquiry is urgent. Thank you for your cooperation.
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👠 The gang are waiting for you! Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man and Lioness are heading down the Yellow Brick Road for music, mayhem and panto fun at The Woodville. 🌈✨ 🎟️ Join them: woodville.co.uk/events/chris… #WizardOfOz #TheWoodville #Gravesend
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Language matters. 💬 The words we use should hold the abuser accountable, not blame the victim. Abuse is never the victim’s fault. 🔗 Learn more: domesticabuseservices.org.uk… Support: 0808 16 89 111 Emergency: 999 #KnowSeeSpeakOut #16Days
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Could your business find a home at Gravesend Borough Market? All or part of the market is available to lease. The building is not being sold. Details and enquiries:gravesham.gov.uk/news/articl…
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Join us in remembrance. Veterans, families and neighbours are welcome. 📅 Sunday 8 Nov, 11 am: Windmill Hill Memorial Gardens, Gravesend War Memorial, Northfleet 📅 Armistice Day, 11 Nov, 10.55 am: Community Square, Civic Centre, Gravesend Please share our invitation.
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Northfleet Harbourside update UKHSA has no significant concerns about health risks to local people from BRM’s current operations. Cllr John Burden is seeking further answers from the Secretary of State. Read more: gravesham.gov.uk/news/articl…
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Want to keep voting by post? 📮 Postal voters now need to reapply every three years. If we contact you about reapplying, please follow the instructions. Find out more: gravesham.gov.uk/elections-v…
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🎾 Last chance to book! Our FREE Tennis Activator Course is tomorrow. Build the skills and confidence to deliver introductory tennis sessions in your community. 📅 17 October ⏰ 2pm–5pm 📍 Wombwell Park 🔗 Book: tinyurl.com/54tdd9y5
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More than £1,000 of damage to Woodlands Park’s children’s trampoline after vehicles reportedly performed burnouts on it. Can you help identify those responsible? Send information, photos or footage to [email protected]. Please send evidence directly, not in replies.
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Why does your canvass form matter? 🗳️ It helps us keep the electoral register accurate. If you’ve been asked to respond, please follow the instructions on your form. gravesham.gov.uk/canvass
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You may know their name. Now get to know their story. 👋 Meet the Gravesham Business Awards 2026 finalists. 👏 Congratulations to everyone shortlisted. 🏆 Winners announced on 6 November. See the shortlist: graveshambusinessawards.co.u…
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It’s Pension Credit Week! 💷 Own your home? Have savings or a private pension? You could still qualify for Pension Credit if you’re of State Pension age. Don’t assume you’re ineligible. Check here: gov.uk/pension-credit
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🎾 Could you inspire your community to pick up a racket? Join our FREE Tennis Activator Course and build the skills and confidence to deliver introductory tennis sessions locally. 📅 17 October  ⏰ 2pm–5pm 📍 Wombwell Park 🔗 Book: tinyurl.com/54tdd9y5
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🎾 Want to help get your community playing tennis? Join our FREE three-hour Tennis Activator Course and build the skills and confidence to deliver introductory sessions locally. 📅 17 October ⏰ 2pm–5pm 📍 Wombwell Park 🔗:tinyurl.com/54tdd9y5
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Domestic abuse can affect more than someone’s physical safety. It can harm mental health, while gaslighting can make someone question their own experiences. This #WorldMentalHealthDay, learn the signs and how to check in. 👀 🔗 domesticabuseservices.org.uk… #KnowSeeSpeakOut
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🌈 We’re off to see the Wizard! Meet the cast bringing The Wizard of Oz to The Woodville this Christmas. ✨🎭 Ready to follow the Yellow Brick Road? 🎟️ Book: woodville.co.uk/events/chris… #WizardOfOz #TheWoodville #Gravesend
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