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Additional buses running
Two additional buses now run on Mondays to Fridays at 1745 hours from Downswood to Maidstone and at 1811 hours from Maidstone Bus Station to Downswood.
Neighbourhood Watch June News Letter
17th June 2026
For all the news locally, click on the link below https://www.mycommunityvoiceke... ...
My Community Voice
17th June 2026
My Community Voice (MCV) helps the Police keep us updated with local policing news, crime prevention advice, appeals, and community events — straight from your neighbourhood officers. Want to make your community even stronger? Please spread the word! Ask your family, friends, neighbours,...
Police Talk on Fraud Cancelled
17th June 2026
Unfortunately, the Police have had to cancel the talk on fraud at the Downswood Community Centre https://www.mycommunityvoiceke... ...
MBC Local Plan Review - Church Road
16th June 2026
The article below is a slightly longer read, but it provides an important and clear overview of how Maidstone Borough Council will develop the next Local Plan. It also explains when each stage of public consultation will take place — something that is especially crucial for our community to...
What's on Maidstone River Park
12th June 2026
Join Maidstone Borough Council to help mark the 25th anniversary of Maidstone River Park with a fantastic programme of events celebrating the park, the River Medway and the wonderful green spaces at the heart of our borough. What's On Maidstone River Park ...
On Foot in the Hours of Darkness
9th June 2026
On foot patrol. https://www.mycommunityvoiceke... ...
Coffee with a Cop
8th June 2026
PCSO Boyd and PC James Phillips will be holding a “Coffee with a Cop” event at Fed on the Green, The Green, Bearsted, ME14 4EA on Friday 12th June at 1pm! https://www.mycommunityvoiceke... ...
MBC Environmental Services Newsletter - June 2026
8th June 2026
For all the latest news, please click on the link below. Environmental Services Newsletter - June 2026 ...
Downswood Community Enjoys a Wonderful Summer Fair
7th June 2026
Downswood residents turned out in great numbers for this year’s DCA Summer Fair, creating a lively and welcoming atmosphere for all ages despite the weather. The event brought together families, neighbours, and friends for an afternoon of stalls, games, refreshments, and community spirit....
Police Fraud Prevention Talk
5th June 2026
Downswood Parish Council is pleased to announce together with the Downswood Community Centre, that our local Police Officer is holding a talk at the Downswood Community Centre. Full details in the link below. https://www.mycommunityvoiceke... ...
Keyless Car Theft
3rd June 2026
An important message from the Police https://www.mycommunityvoiceke... ...
Speedwatch in Downswood – A Call for Community Action
3rd June 2026
Over recent months, we have been fortunate to work closely with the excellent Bearsted Speedwatch team, who have generously shared their experience and provided us with the training needed to get started. Their support has shown just how effective a well‑run Speedwatch group can be in improving...
Maidstone Big Day Out
2nd June 2026
Maidstone Big Day Out - Saturday 13th June 2026 Spot Lane Nature reserve is a peaceful stretch of woodland running alongside the River Len. Activity Downswood Parish Council will be giving a guided tour of the reserve and then walk along the river Len as it runs through Mallards Park. The...
Crimestoppers
30th May 2026
If you have information about crime or suspicious activity but would prefer to remain anonymous, please remember you can report it safely and confidentially through Crimestoppers. https://www.mycommunityvoiceke... ...
Councillor Vacancies
28th May 2026
Downswood Parish Council has two vacancies for councillors - please see the below notices. ...
Climate Change and Biodiversity May 2026 Newsletter
14th May 2026
Read up on the latest news - Climate Change and Biodiversity May 2026 newsletter ...
Talking Shop
6th May 2026
For the latest update from our local Police Office, PC James Phillips, please click on the following link https://www.mycommunityvoiceke... ...
Neighbourhood Watch News Letter - May
6th May 2026
For the latest news and updates, please click on the following link https://www.mycommunityvoiceke... ...
Coffee with a Cop
6th May 2026
If you want to meet our local Police Officer, PC James Phillips, please click on the following link https://www.mycommunityvoiceke... ...
Church Road and CCTV
1st May 2026
Some residents may have noticed the CCTV camera that has recently appeared in Church Road and immediately leapt to Facebook to share theories, counter‑theories, and the occasional conspiracy. Before anyone warms up their keyboard for another round, it’s worth pointing out one small detail: the...
What's on in Maidstone in May
24th April 2026
Please click on the following link What's on in May ...
Fencing Work in the Field Opposite the Church
22nd April 2026
The field situated opposite the church lies wholly within the civil parish of Otham. Notwithstanding this, Downswood Parish Council maintains a vigilant and systematic oversight of all planning activity in and around the Downswood area, and we remain in regular dialogue with Otham Parish Council...
Community Speed Watch
22nd April 2026
Yesterday (21st) the Community Speed Watch Team returned to Church Road, to monitor traffic leaving Downswood travelling towards the Otham end. Community Speed Watch exists to reduce speeding, improve road safety, and educate drivers rather than punish them. It is a police‑supported...
Neighbourhood Watch Spring Newsletter
22nd April 2026
Find out what is happening - click on the following link. Avo 1987 ...
Rubbish now Cleared
11th April 2026
We are sad to say that yesterday, there were three instances of fly tipping on Downswood with one alarmingly in the Old Spot Lane Nature Reserve. However, we are glad to say that the fly tipping was reported to Maidstone Borough Council. As a direct result and with swift action, this...
Environmental Services Newsletter April 2026
10th April 2026
April 2026 updates Environmental Services Newsletter April 2026 ...
Downswood Parish Council Photo Competition
9th April 2026
Downswood Parish Council is delighted to invite all residents to take part in our newly launched community Photo Competition, open from today. Whether you’re capturing the beauty of our green spaces, the character of parish life, or a moment that simply makes you smile, we would love to see...
Fly Tipping
9th April 2026
Today, there has been two incidents of fly tipping in Downswood. The first one was in the Nature Reserve and the second one is in Deringwood Drive by the junction with Horton Downs. Fly‑tipping is unacceptable because it shifts the cost, the danger, and the mess onto everyone else. It’s...
Highways Improvement Plan (HIP)
8th April 2026
What It Is and What Residents Can Expect Our Highways Improvement Plan sets out the parish’s priorities for improving road safety, managing traffic, and addressing the concerns raised by residents. It is a practical working document that helps us make the strongest possible case to Kent...
Funding Opportunity
8th April 2026
The Police Property Act Fund is now open for applications. https://www.mycommunityvoiceke... ...
Keeping Busy and enjoying the Sun!
8th April 2026
Kent Police out and about. https://www.mycommunityvoiceke... ...
The Police Need Your Feedback
7th April 2026
The Police Priority Survey is now live. https://www.mycommunityvoiceke... ...
Emergency Road Closure - Willington Street (Property Service Road), Maidstone - 8th April 2026 (Maidstone)
2nd April 2026
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New Councillor
2nd April 2026
A big welcome to the latest member of the team, Councillor Zarah Duffield, already out and getting her hands dirty with the Open Spaces Team. ...
Annual Parish Meeting
31st March 2026
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Theft of Cars
28th March 2026
There have been a couple of cars that have been stolen in Downswood recently and they have happened on a Sunday evening into Monday morning. We have been in contact with PC James Phillips about them and the following is his response. Thank you for getting in touch. Apologies for the late...
Have Your Say
26th March 2026
Current consultations through Maidstone Borough Council Have Your Say - Street Trading Policy ...
WeRoam
25th March 2026
From the KCC Active Travel Team ...
Egg-Citing April
23rd March 2026
What's on in April What's On in April ...
Police Crime Prevention Advice
23rd March 2026
Need any advice? Please see the following link https://www.mycommunityvoiceke... ...
Fly Tipping
21st March 2026
Advice and Guidance from the Police on Fly Tipping https://www.mycommunityvoiceke... ...
Downswood Parish Council Photo Competition
20th March 2026
Downswood Parish Council is delighted to invite all residents to take part in our newly launched community Photo Competition, open from today. Whether you’re capturing the beauty of our green spaces, the character of parish life, or a moment that simply makes you smile, we would love to see...
Climate Change and Biodiversity March 2026 Newsletter
13th March 2026
Read About the 'Gold Award' Climate Change and Biodiversity March 2026 Newsletter ...
Crime Stoppers
13th March 2026
Kent Police Needs You! https://www.mycommunityvoiceke... ...
New Bench
12th March 2026
We are pleased to announce the installation of a new bench in the community mini orchard for everyone's use. ...
Environmental Services Newsletter - March
12th March 2026
How to be Waste Savvy Environmental Services March 2026 Newsletter ...
New Gate
12th March 2026
Maidstone Borough Council has very kindly installed new gates at the entrance to Mallards - very smart indeed and nice to see ...
Tetra Paks
10th March 2026
Maidstone Borough Council have confirmed the following ...
Church Road - Safety Measures
3rd March 2026
Otham and Downswood Parish Councils came together today with the Leader of KCC and officers to open a much‑needed conversation about safety along Church Road. The dialogue was open, constructive, and grounded in real experience, with KCC able to see for themselves the challenges that residents...
Environmental Services Newsletter
2nd March 2026
Increase in fly-tipping Environmental Services Newsletter ...
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