Did you know Guilton had a WW1 Airfield?
The Airfields of Britain Conservation Trust has provided the Parish Council with a commemorative plaque to display to honour this historic site. Today the site is private farmland so the Parish Council decided to erect the plaque at Pound Corner, a space dedicated as a quiet place of reflection for the Parish, for greater visibility. […]
Onlooker Report – Ash Parish Council Ordinary Meeting – 2 March 2026
The Parish Council met on Monday 2 March with a full agenda… Public Contributions Guilton sinkhole: Residents raised concerns about the recent sinkhole and the lack of urgent action. It was also noted that road users have been moving safety barriers and continuing to drive over the pothole. Following the sad passing of much loved […]
Onlooker Report – Ash Parish Council Ordinary Meeting – 2 February 2026
The Parish Council met twice last week: the monthly Full Council meeting and the Finance Committee meeting. Councillors reviewed the 2025/26 accounts, approved the 2026/27 budget, and recommended the 2026/27 precept. Next up is the Planning Committee meeting on Monday 16 February. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) The Government is consulting on the biggest proposed change to […]
Have your say on how councils in Kent and Medway are organised
Government ministers have launched a consultation on the future number of councils in Kent and Medway and the areas they should cover. Take part in the Government’s Consultation The deadline for responses is Thursday 26 March 2026. Once the consultation closes, the civil servants and ministers will consider everyone’s responses alongside the evidence that has been […]
Police Drop In Session with local Beat Officer – PC Bowler : Thursday 29 Jan at 11:00-13.00
Local Beat Officer – PC Bowler will be attending St Nicholas Church, The Street, Ash, CT3 2EN on Thursday 29th January 2026 between 11:00 and 13:00. This is your opportunity to raise any concerns you may have and to find out what I am doing to tackle the issues that matter to you. Everyone is […]
Onlooker Report – Ash Parish Council Ordinary Meeting – 5 January 2026
Happy New Year to everyone in Ash! The Parish Council met on Monday 5 January with a full agenda and a busy programme of work planned for 2026. Resident Contributions Disabled toilet emergency cords Concerns were raised about the lack of live monitoring in Dover District Council–owned disabled toilet facilities. Research by the Dover […]
End of Year Review from Ash Parish Council Chair, Cllr Ian Ellery
As we reach the end of 2025, I would like to take a moment to reflect on the highlights and achievements of Ash Parish Council over the past year. We have worked hard to improve communication with residents, ensuring that discussions from our monthly Full Parish Council meetings are shared promptly on Facebook and in […]
Request for Speed Restrictions on the A257 turned down by Kent County Council
When responding to the public consultation for Ash Parish Council’s Highway Improvement Plan, many residents requested a speed reduction on the A257 Ash Bypass. The A257 was repeatedly cited as a major safety concern due to perceived excessive speeds and poor junction visibility. The current speed limit on this road is 60mph and the Parish […]
Nominations Open – Who should be recognised for their significant contribution to the Parish of Ash?
We are seeking nominations for the KENT ASSOCIATION OF LOCAL COUNCILS COMMUNITY AWARDS SCHEME 2026 The KALC Community Awards Scheme’s aim is to acknowledge and give recognition to a resident/group of the Parish of Ash who has/have made a significant contribution to our community over a period of years, whether through long-standing service, inspiring achievements, or […]