Community

Most events in Downswood happen at the Community Centre, but this is certainly not always the case and things often go on slightly further afield.

Downswood Community Centre - Please contact the booking secretary - 0771 563 2684

If you have something of interest to the community, please let us know.

St Nicholas’ Church

Rev David Bond is the main point of contact for weddings, baptisms and funerals - he can be contacted on 01622 202239. The church would also like to recruit new bell ringers - if you would like to learn this fascinating skill and keep this centuries-old tradition alive, please let the Church know.

Madginford WI

The WI offers women the opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills and campaign on wide-ranging issues. Visitors always welcome. -meetings are held at 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. on the second Thursday in each month (apart from August) at Madginford Hall, Egremont Road, Bearsted. For more information call 01622 738455.

Kent School of Bridge

A small but friendly Bridge Club meeting every Tuesday afternoon in Downswood Community Centre. New members are welcome - even if you’ve never played before and are interested in trying it out for the first time. For further information please call 01622 755852.