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News

  • Latest A251 closure updates (16/9/24) **ROAD NOW OPEN**

    Latest A251 closure updates (16/9/24) **ROAD NOW OPEN**

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Here are the latest updates regarding the progress of works on the Faversham Road. You can check for updates on the SGN website. Update - M...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 26 Sep 24
  • Boughton & Eastwell Cricket Club

    Boughton & Eastwell Cricket Club

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Boughton & Eastwell Cricket Club has updated us on the latest developments with the pavilion. The news: Exciting things are happeni...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 26 Sep 24
  • Upcoming road closures on Canterbury Road & Sandyhurst Lane

    Upcoming road closures on Canterbury Road & Sandyhurst Lane

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    We have been advised of the following upcoming road closures. For the most up to date information available can be found at one.network we...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 20 Sep 24
  • 20mph zone going live

    20mph zone going live

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    KCC have advised that the 20mph zone around the Lees on Lees Road, Wye Road and Pilgrims Way will go live on Saturday 7 September. You may ...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 6 Sep 24
  • Latest grant supports *FREE* local concert

    Latest grant supports *FREE* local concert

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The free to attend local concert by the Big Sound Collective, hosted at All Saints Church, Boughton Aluph on Friday 6 September is supported...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 6 Sep 24
  • Current & future roadworks

    Current & future roadworks

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Trinity Road, Wye Road & Pilgrims Way For the most up to date information and detailed mapping check one.network and enter the address ...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 11 Jul 24
  • Thank you for joining us.

    Thank you for joining us.

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    It was a pleasure to meet residents at the Meet Your Parish Councillors event recently. We were also pleased to welcome Ashford Borough Coun...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 11 May 24
  • Bramble Lane (Wye) closure 20-24 May

    Bramble Lane (Wye) closure 20-24 May

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Bramble Lane (Wye) will be closed from 20-24 May for drainage works. To keep up to date with the latest updates on road closures that might...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 7 May 24
  • Five Church Walk

    Five Church Walk

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    This. year marks the 40th annivesary of the Five Church Walk. This is held on Bank Holiday Monday. You can walk between all five or take a s...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 26 Apr 24
  • April closures of Sandyhurst Lane

    April closures of Sandyhurst Lane

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    There are two separate closures planned for Sandyhurst Lane in April for utilities work. April 2 - April 14 for work on the gas main (part ...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 15 Mar 24
  • New refuse & recycling bin collection details

    New refuse & recycling bin collection details

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    You can now look up the details of waste and recycling collections from 25 March on the Ashford Borough Council website.

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 15 Mar 24
  • Christmas Refuse & Recycling Collections

    Christmas Refuse & Recycling Collections

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Ashford Christmas Refuse & Recycling dates can be found online.

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 22 Dec 23
  • Proposed 20mph Consultation by KCC **closes 27/11**

    Proposed 20mph Consultation by KCC **closes 27/11**

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Kent County Council are consulting on the proposed 20mph zone for areas of Boughton Lees around the Green and along Pilgrims Way and Wye Roa...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 24 Nov 23
  • 20mph zone - a good idea?

    20mph zone - a good idea?

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Residents are invited to share their opinions on a proposed 20mph zone for Boughton Aluph. The area will be Lees Road and Wye Road around th...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 3 Sep 23
  • We've signed the pledge!

    We've signed the pledge!

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council is pleased to announce that it was council 1138 to sign up to the Civility and Respect pledge. ...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 30 May 23
  • Borough Councillors

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The Ashford Borough Councillors returned for our area are; Larry Krause (Downs West Ward) and Winston Michael (Goat Lees Ward) The Parish ...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 12 May 23
  • Parish Council & Borough Council Elections

    Parish Council & Borough Council Elections

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The notices of Parish and Borough Council elections have been published. There are two Borough Council wards in our Parish Area, Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  

  • Learn about CPR & Defibrillators

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Save the date! There will be a defibrillator & CPR awareness session hosted by Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council on 20 A...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 17 Mar 23
  • Emergency Road Closure notified 9/3/23

    Emergency Road Closure notified 9/3/23

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Emergency Road Closure - Wye Road, Boughton Aluph - 9th March 2023 (Ashford) Message from Kent County Council: It has been necessary to cl...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 9 Mar 23
  • Are you interested in finding more about becoming a councillor?

    Are you interested in finding more about becoming a councillor?

    Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    There will be an opportunity to join an online information session about the role of a local councillor on 21 March (this is presented by th...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 27 Feb 23
  • Update on the M20 moveable barrier works

    Update on the M20 moveable barrier works

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    National Highways has advised that work has now finished on the M20 central reservation. National Highways advise that there will be no fur...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 9 Jan 23
  • Are you interested in finding more about becoming a councillor?

    Are you interested in finding more about becoming a councillor?

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    There will be three opportunities to join an online information session about the role of a local councillor presented by the Kent Associati...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 4 Jan 23
  • Warm Spaces (Every Tuesday 1-3pm)

    Warm Spaces (Every Tuesday 1-3pm)

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Everyone is welcome to come and get warm in the Flying Horse every winter Tuesday from 1-3pm. No purchase or booking is needed and the pub a...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 6 Dec 22
  • Bulb Planting on the Village Green (5 & 8 November)

    Bulb Planting on the Village Green (5 & 8 November)

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The Parish Council has taken delivery of about 1600 native bulbs, these have been chosen to flower in the Spring around the Village Green. T...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 1 Nov 22
  • Sandyhurst Lane & Lenacre Street closure (run 30 October)

    Sandyhurst Lane & Lenacre Street closure (run 30 October)

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Temporary Road Closure – Ashford & District 10 & 5 Mile Run – from 30 October 2022 for up to 1 day Ashford & Distri...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 26 Sep 22
  • Pilgrims Way Closure (19 October)

    Pilgrims Way Closure (19 October)

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Advised by KCC Temporary Road Closure - Pilgrims Way, Boughton Aluph - 19th October 2022 for 1 Day, between 09:30 hours and 15:30 hours It...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 21 Sep 22
  • Condolence Book in St Christopher's Church (updated)

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council has opened a book of condolence for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. The book will be available in ...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 20 Sep 22
  • Everyday Active small grants scheme

    Everyday Active small grants scheme

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Active Kent & Medway are part of Kent County Council, and its aim and priorities are to help get more people, more active, more often. ...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 8 Sep 22
  • Temporary Road Closure - A251 Buck Street, Challock & A251 Faversham Road, Boughton Aluph & Eastwell (3rd October for 4 Nights)

    Temporary Road Closure - A251 Buck Street, Challock & A251 Faversham Road, Boughton Aluph & Eastwell (3rd October for 4 Nights)

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Notice received from KCC Highways: Temporary Road Closure - A251 Buck Street, Challock & A251 Faversham Road, Boughton Aluph & East...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 31 Aug 22
  • Grant Funding awarded to Dads Unlimted

    Grant Funding awarded to Dads Unlimted

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Dads Unlimited has recently been awarded a £300 grant to support their counselling work. The Parish Council were very pleased to help ...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 8 Aug 22
  • Sandyhurst Lane Closure (from 4 August)

    Sandyhurst Lane Closure (from 4 August)

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    From Kent County Council Kent County Council gives notice that Sandyhurst Lane, Boughton Aluph is closed to through traffic, on or after 4t...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 5 Aug 22
  • Tree pruning 1/8/22

    Tree pruning 1/8/22

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    There will be tree pruning on the green today, 1/8/22. No trees are being removed. This work is to ensure the health of the trees and safety...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 1 Aug 22
  • Fire Safety

    Fire Safety

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Residents are requested to be aware of the current high fire risk, due to exceptionally dry conditions. You may have seen news coverage of g...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 20 Jul 22
  • Road Closures Faversham Road & Wye Road (update)

    Road Closures Faversham Road & Wye Road (update)

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Temporary Road Closure - A251 Faversham Road, Eastwell - 20th July 2022 for 3 Nights between 20:00 hours and 05:00 hours It will be necessa...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 11 Jul 22
  • Rail Strike Action Information  Letter

    Rail Strike Action Information Letter

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Information for travellers on services is detailed in a letter from Southeastern.

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 16 Jun 22
  • Wye Road Closure

    Wye Road Closure

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Kent County Council has now published the notice for the emergency closure of Wye Road. From KCC Highways: Emergency Road Closure - Wye Ro...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 25 May 22
  • Could you be our next Councillor?

    Could you be our next Councillor?

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Are you over 18. live or work in the Parish and are interested in making a difference in your community? A vacancy has arisen for a Parish ...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 9 May 22
  • Travel Disruption 8-10 April

    Travel Disruption 8-10 April

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Whilst it will come as no surprise, Kent Resilience Team have asked us to pass on this message regarding travel this coming weekend. Loc...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Apr 22
  • Do you walk your dog near livestock?

    Do you walk your dog near livestock?

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Please see the message below from Kent Police with some good tips if you walk a dog near livestock. Good Afternoon Boughton Aluph & ...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 21 Mar 22
  • After the Storms - Be Aware of Rogue Traders

    After the Storms - Be Aware of Rogue Traders

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Inspector James Ross of Kent Police has issued the following message: Please be aware of the risk of rogue traders taking advantage of the ...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 21 Feb 22
  • Resurfacing work to Trinity Way (overnight from 14 March)

    Resurfacing work to Trinity Way (overnight from 14 March)

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    From KCC: Road Maintenance in Your Area Road Surface Improvement (Resurfacing) A251 Trinity Way, Ashford When we plan to carry out the wo...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 14 Feb 22
  • Goat Lees Play Area Maintenance

    Goat Lees Play Area Maintenance

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Ashford Borough Council will shortly be undertaking some maintenance on the surfacing at Goat Lees (and Brisley Farm) play areas. During...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 8 Feb 22
  • Community & Charity Opportunity to work with the Parish Council

    Community & Charity Opportunity to work with the Parish Council

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    The Parish Council is interested to hear from community groups and charitities working in the Parish (or groups that would like to work in ...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 28 Jan 22
  • Pilgrims Way Closure (14 February)

    Pilgrims Way Closure (14 February)

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Temporary Road Closure - Pilgrims Way, Boughton Aluph - 14th February 2022 for 1 Day between 09:30 hours and 15:30 hours It will be necessa...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 21 Jan 22
  • Wilder Wellbeing Course at Hothfield Heathlands

    Wilder Wellbeing Course at Hothfield Heathlands

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    “Wilder Wellbeing”: Six consecutive weeks from Monday 17 January 2022 at Hothfield Heathland from 10am – 12pm. Being stuc...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 10 Jan 22
  • Sandyhurst Lane Closure **date amended**

    Sandyhurst Lane Closure **date amended**

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Message from KCC Highways Urgent Road Closure - Sandyhurst Lane, Boughton Aluph - amended to week beginning 13th December 2021 (Ashford) ...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Dec 21
  • My Voice Kent

    My Voice Kent

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Kent Police is promoting a scheme called My Community Voice. It is a way to be updated by Kent Police about the issues that matter to you. U...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 12 Nov 21
  • The Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parishes Neighbourhood Plan

    The Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parishes Neighbourhood Plan

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Great News! The Neighbourhood Plan is now officially part of the Ashford Development Plan. Following the referendum in July, when 93% of pe...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 26 Oct 21
  • POSTPONED - FREE defibrillator training (October)

    POSTPONED - FREE defibrillator training (October)

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    This session has been POSTPONED due to illness. Community Heartbeat Trust will be presenting another opportunity to learn about saving a l...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 20 Oct 21
  • Road Closure Harville Road (from KCC)

    Road Closure Harville Road (from KCC)

    Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent
    Article by: Parish Clerk

    Message from KCC Highways: It will be necessary to close Harville Road, Wye from 25th October 2021 for up to 3 days. The road will be close...

    Boughton Aluph & Eastwell Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 18 Oct 21