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Ashford
Ashford is a town in the Ashford district, in the county of Kent, England. It lies on the River Great Stour at the southern or scarp edge of the North Downs, about 61 miles (98 km) by road southeast of central London and 15 miles (24 km) northwest of Folkestone by road. At the 2021 census, it had a population of 83,213. The name comes from the Old English æscet, indicating a ford near a clump of ash trees. It has been a market town since the Middle Ages, and a regular market continues to be held.
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CouncilCity of London Corporation urges Budget to protect financial and professional services
In a submission dated 14 September, the City of London Corporation asked the Chancellor to keep sector-specific taxes at bay, retain the VAT exemption and adopt pro-growth planning to safeguard a sector that underpins £323 bn of output and 2.5 m jobs.
London43 minutes ago
Havering Council welcomes £6.75m extra funding but says it will not close financial gap
The borough’s leader says the new money will help trial service innovations but stresses borrowing remains unsustainable and calls for repayment terms to be removed.
Havering58 minutes ago
CouncilSir Geoff Hurst granted Freedom of the City of London
The City of London Corporation has granted Sir Geoff Hurst the Freedom of the City, marking the 60th anniversary of England’s 4-2 World Cup win over West Germany. The honour was presented at Guildhall after nominations by the Lady Mayor and the Corporation’s Policy Chairman.
London1 hour ago
Havering Council adopts new housing tenant engagement strategy
The borough’s cabinet approved a three-year Housing Tenant Engagement Strategy on 16 September, introducing resident panels and a suite of engagement activities to embed tenant input into housing services.
Havering2 hours ago
Havering Council promotes 2040 investment plan at London Real Estate Forum
At the London Real Estate Forum, Havering’s regeneration cabinet member outlined a new 2040 strategy aimed at attracting investors, creating jobs and simplifying the borough’s business entry points.
Havering3 hours ago
Westminster Council opens e-cargo bike hub in West End
A new micro-logistics hub at Q-Park Leicester Square will provide charging and parking for e-cargo bikes, aiming to cut van traffic and emissions across the West End and beyond.
Westminster4 hours ago
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What's on in and around Ashford
Justin Sullivan & Dean White
Thu 8 Oct, 19:00Ashford Revelation, Newington
Romesh Ranganathan: Work in Progress
Fri 9 Oct, 19:15Ashford Revelation, Newington
Country Superstars - Dolly Parton & Friends
Sat 10 Oct, 19:30Ashford Revelation, Newington
Michael Spicer – Hope All’s Well
Fri 16 Oct, 19:30Ashford Revelation, Newington
Electric Jalaba
Sat 17 Oct, 19:30Ashford Revelation, Newington
Converge - A Candlelit Sound Bath
Sun 18 Oct, 15:30Ashford Revelation, Newington
Days out around Ashford
View allWimpey Field Nature Reserve
Staplehurst · 14 miles
Wimpey Field is a small parcel of land has been given to the village after the development of "Saxon Mead" for us to continue to enjoy as a fairly wild but more recognised area for nature, education and outdoor activities.
Old Steve's Wreck
Parkwood · 16 miles
A park with a small football cage and swings
Memorial Gardens
Ashford · 0.1 miles
Vicarage Field
Ashford · 0.1 miles
Ashford Borough Museum
Ashford · 0.1 miles
Civic Centre North Park
Ashford · 0.1 miles
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