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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.
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 ...
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... ...
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... ...
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...
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