Nominations are sought for this years Newchurch Award
Do you have a nomination for the Newchurch Award 2023?
Click here to nominate or email your nomination to webmaster@newchurchvillage.org
The nomination can be A) For a resident of the parish who has, through their own time, effort and skills, made a significant contribution over a number of years, to the life and facilities of our community. or B) To provide grants available to assist worthy causes and projects within our community which are a benefit to all.
Click Here to download a grant application form
Closing date for nominations is 22nd December 2023
3 Dates for Your Calendars Further Ahead For The Church
Remembrance Service on Sunday 12th November will be at 10:45am at the Airfield Memorial (Spinney) unless weater is too wet when we will re-locate to the church.
On Saturday 2nd December we will be holding our Christmas fair with loads of relevant stalls in addition to the final coffee morning of the year from 10:30 to 12:30. Again contact Diana on 01303 311779 if you would like to join us to sell your gifts or produce.
And we already have an organist practising for our 5pm Christmas Eve Carol Service! Children friendly with both mulled wine and soft drink afterwards.
Do come to some or all !
Newchurch Village Hall is back open for bookings!
Kent Police - Community Updates
My Community Voice - A digital platform allowing two-way messaging between Kent Police and members of the public.
Church Services
The church doors are once again open.
click here for Sunday service details.
The church is now open for daily private prayer and visiting between 10am and 3.30pm
Breaching the Barrier at the Romney Resource Centre
Breaching the Barrier is an exciting project that focuses on practical conservation, agriculture and heritage training and activities for people living in Romney Marsh and the surrounding villages. Our free skills training, courses and work-related qualifications increase the ability to secure employment in industries and services in Romney Marsh and its surrounding villages.
For more information contact:
jill@romney-resource.co.uk or karenjames@romney-resource.co.uk Tel: 01797 367455 (option 3)
Mobile Phone Upgrade Scam
Click Here for the latest information on a mobile phone upgrade scam.
Mental Health 'Crisis Support Cards'
Produced in collaboration between Kent County Council and the Kent and Medway Clinical Commissioning Group
Police Rural Crime Officers
There is now a rural crime officer on duty every day and a dedicated telephone number so that it is easier to make contact with the rural team for our area.
07980978202
The officers for our area are Insp Dave Smith and
Sgt Darren Walshaw
Click here to see our Kent Police page and see the different ways to report crime
A Guide to Reponsible Dog Ownership
Click here to read Folkestone & Hythe District Council's guide to responsible dog ownership.
Just because you live in the country it doesn't mean you shouldn't
BAG IT & BIN IT
| Report dog fouling | Report that the bin is full |
The Kent Resilience Forum ensures a co-ordinated response to emergencies that could have a significant impact on communities in Kent.
A Huge THANK YOU
to all those who have donated to the Church following our recent appeal. Your generosity is gratefully welcomed. We still need more though! So further donations definitely appreciated.
There is a national drive to co-ordinate work with all police forces affected by hare coursing. Kent have adopted the National Operation name of 'OP Galileo'.
If you have cause to report any Hare Coursing activity please quote this operation name.
Newchurch House Restaurant
Bookings now being taken for the Christmas Menu
View Christmas Menu Here
Dine in or Takeaway
Call to Book or order 01303 872553
Post Office
Please note the post office will no longer be operating from the Village Hall with immeditate affect.
Festival of Trees
At St Peter and St Pauls Church Newchurch
Saturday 2nd December – Wednesday 3rd January
Viewing time daily between 10:00 and 3:00pm.
Open evenings with mulled wine and mince pies
Saturday 16th & 23rd December between 5pm and 7pm.
The first day of the festival is also our
Christmas Craft Fair and Coffee Morning
10.30-12.30 Saturday 2nd December.
Do join us!
Take a look at the King's Coronation celebrations held in the village by clicking Here.
More pictures added
Newchurch Women's Institute
If you are insterested in becoming a member please contact Brenda Wimble on 01233 720181
Animal & Plant Health Agency
Plans have been announced to lift the Avian Influenza Prevention Zone houseing measures for poultry and captive birdsin England and Wales from 00:01 on Tuesday 18 April 2023. However, the Avian Influenza Prevention Zone mandatory biosecurity measures will remain in place for all birds. If you intend to allow your birds outside after 18 April you must take action now to prepare the outside areas, please check the information available Here.
To access the new Avian Influenza Licensing Service us the following link
Sources of Advice and Help for the Cost of Living Crisis
If you’re concerned about managing your household bills over the coming winter, there are lots of bodies able to provide information and practical help.
Newchurch Parish Council has a role in signposting residents towards the following helpful information sources, which should be up-to-date and accurate.
Click Here for more information
Kent County Council Trading Standards
are raising awareness about African Swine Fever. This disease is not the same as swine flu and does not affect humans.
New Craft Group Now Up and Running
In Newchurch Village Hall
Every Tuesday 1.30pm 'til 4pm
click here or contact Jill Owen for more details
07716 496220
Country Eye - Don't Ignore It, Share It
The country eye app is very simple to use:
Step 1: Take a photo of the suspicious behaviour
Step 2: Tell us where you are using your phone's built in GPS location.
Step 3: Describe what you can see, providing as much detail as possible.