You are part of an active and lively community. Click here to see a map of the parish. Browsing the pages will give you details about how to join in village life.
About Ash describes the parish. Or would you like to read more about the history of Ash. Then there is an excellent book about Ash Village written by David Downes, titled ‘Ash – An East Kent Village’ and where you can buy it.
Ash Recreation Ground and Allotments tells you about the facilities on the ground and how you can sign up for an allotment.
Ash Walks are on the public rights of way (footpaths) and five walks take you through the local countryside with detailed routes and maps. There is a sixth walk around the historic village of Ash that highlights historic buildings of interest.
Beating the Bounds is the 5 yearly walk around the parish of Ash boundary. Read about the tradition and the walk on the 9th October 2021. View the video and smile.
- if you need to report a problem about roads eg potholes, repairs to street lights etc there is a link to Kent County Council.
- have you found a problem on a Public Right of Way – is it blocked, or over-grown? Go to this page to report it.
- do you need to get in touch with Dover District Council or find out more about its services or what you can report? Then this page will help you find the right department.
Local Groups – would you like to find a local group to join from the Rainbows to the WI? This is the page to browse. You can also find out what is happening by going to the Calendar. You can also read about the successful campaign to Save the Chequers and find out about The Chequer Inn Ash Society on the page linked to Local Groups
Local History Records – looking for your great grand-parents or what Ash was like in the past century? Have a look at this page which explains where local historical records of the parish are kept.
Local Services – here you can find out about the parish magazine, the local schools, churches, charities, Ash & Westmarsh village halls, the Heritage Centre, the Library and local services.
Parish Action Plan 2009 was written with the help of residents about how Ash could be improved. This was replaced by the adopted Ash Neighbourhood Development Plan on the 15th September 2021.
News takes you to the latest posts that may be of interest to residents of Ash.
Sports Clubs – do you want to play a sport or just watch a local game of cricket. Then here you will find details about all the local sports clubs.
Welfare Services – do you need the local doctor or chemist or other health and welfare services? Then have a look at this page.