Town or city· Postcodes ME14, ME99
Maidstone
Kent, South East · population 109,490 · Photo: Wikimedia Commons
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Maidstone
Maidstone is the largest town in the county of Kent in South East England, of which it is also the county town. Maidstone is historically important and lies 32 miles (51 km) east-south-east of London. The River Medway runs through the centre of the town, linking it with Rochester and the Thames Estuary. Historically, the river carried much of the town's trade as the centre of the agricultural county of Kent, which is known as the Garden of England. There is evidence of settlement in the area dating back before the Stone Age. The town, part of the borough of Maidstone, had an approximate population of 100,000 in 2019. Since World War II, the town's economy has shifted from heavy industry towards light industry and services.
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CouncilHarrow’s Heroes awards honour volunteers at Headstone Manor
Council officials recognised more than twenty individuals and groups for their dedication to the borough, with performances and a posthumous Lifetime Achievement award adding to the celebration.
Harrow33 minutes ago
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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
CouncilHounslow health services achieve top-level UNICEF Baby Friendly accreditation
Health visiting, family hubs and children’s centres in Hounslow have earned the highest UNICEF UK Baby Friendly Initiative award, reflecting rising breastfeeding rates and strengthened support for families.
Hounslow2 hours 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
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What's on in and around Maidstone
The Comedy Store - Maidstone
Fri 9 Oct, 20:00Hazlitt Theatre, Maidstone
Kevin Bloody Wilson - Fair Dinkum Funny
Tue 20 Oct, 19:30Central Theatre, Chatham
LONDON CALLING play THE CLASH
Fri 23 Oct, 19:00GlassBox Theatre, Gillingham
The Stylistics
Tue 10 Nov, 19:00Central Theatre, Chatham
The Yacht Rock Experience
Fri 20 Nov, 19:30Central Theatre, Chatham
Days out around Maidstone
View allOld Steve's Wreck
Parkwood · 1.9 miles
A park with a small football cage and swings
The Airman
Kings Hill · 5 miles
Royal Air Force West Malling Memorial. Unveiled on 9th June 2002 marking the site of RAF West Malling.
West Malling Runway Memorial
Kings Hill · 5 miles
Memorial dedicated to the airmen who served in West Malling airfield during World War II
Wimpey Field Nature Reserve
Staplehurst · 7.5 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.
Driver Fountain
Chatham · 7.5 miles
A historic monument that was returned to the area in 2024. Originally donated by three-time Mayor William Dawes Driver in 1899 as a memorial to his father. The fountain served people and horses until it was removed in 1961.
Victoria Gardens
Chatham · 8.1 miles
Public park established to commemorate Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee on land formerly leased from the War Department.
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