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PACT

PACT meeting dates for 2025 – please join

PACT (Partners & Communities Together) meetings are a valuable opportunity for residents to come together with local authorities – including the Town Council, District Council, and Police – to discuss community issues, share feedback, and collaborate on solutions.

New evening meeting
We’ve listened to your feedback and are bringing back an evening meeting this year to see if more residents are able to attend.

We encourage everyone to join us at these meetings, voice their thoughts, and be part of shaping a stronger, safer, and more connected community.

past pact meeting minutes & Action plan
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Transport

Allow extra time for travel to Gatwick – M23 slip roads closure

Two-week closure of M23 slip roads for resurfacing

The below information is taken from the BBC website: M23: Motorway slip roads to close for two weeks for resurfacing – BBC News

A section of the M23 in West Sussex will be closed for more than two weeks as part of the first phase of a resurfacing project.

The work on the junction nine roundabout, Gatwick Spur Road and Airport Way is to take place between 7 January and 13 February.

The first phase of the resurfacing is to take place between 7 and 22 January.

During that time, the junction nine northbound off slip road will remain open, while the other slip roads will be closed, National Highways said.

Traffic wishing to exit the M23 at the junction nine southbound off slip road will need to continue down the motorway to junction 10 and turn around to rejoin the M23 northbound.

Motorists wishing to use the M23 eastbound Spur Road to join the M23 will be diverted to turn around at the Longbridge roundabout.

Throughout the project, the resurfacing work will be carried out at night from Monday to Friday between 21:00 GMT and 05:00.

The second phase of work is to happen between 23 and 28 January, while phase three is scheduled to happen from 29 January to 13 February.

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grants

CIL applications invited for infrastructure projects

Following November’s successful bids and awards, there is another opportunity to apply for CIL funding.  

The Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) is a fee that local authorities can impose on new developments to generate funding for infrastructure, facilities, and services in their area. Local community groups can apply to access a portion of the CIL funds managed by the Council for these purposes.

Hever School
WI Hall
Memorial Health Centre

Previous awards have included:

  • Stage lighting at the WI Hall
  • New playground facilities and Shepherds hut for teaching at Hever Primary School
  • An artificial pitch at Edenbridge Cricket Club
  • New flooring at St Paulinus Centre
  • Contribution to the new Edenbridge Memorial Health Centre
view cil Guidance information & apply
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The deadline to apply is 5pm on Monday 27 January 2025. Members of the CIL Board will meet to decide on applications at their meeting on 10 February. 

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Council Tax Finance

Draft budget and proposed Precept 2025-26

The draft budget for 2025–26 was reviewed by the Council during its December meeting. Prior to this, the Finance Committee carefully examined the budgets, expenditures, and income, identifying potential savings while considering rising costs for utilities, services, and the ongoing maintenance of numerous open spaces and council-owned buildings.

The Council is committed to maintaining and protecting the high standards of facilities for residents to enjoy, while also ensuring the stability of its finances. Budgeting often involves making difficult decisions, and councillors remain mindful of the cost-of-living pressures affecting everyone.

statement: draft budget & precept 2025-26

The draft budget and precept will be presented to Full Council for approval on 20 January 2025.

previous budgets & precepts
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Consultations

Edenbridge Local Walking and Cycling Infrastructure Plan – add your comments

Deadline for comments: Monday 16 December 2024

Sevenoaks District Council (SDC) is working on a comprehensive Local Walking and Cycling Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) for Edenbridge. This covers Edenbridge’s built up area and connected countryside.

The plan will identify a number of walking and cycling routes to encourage residents, commuters, and visitors to move more sustainably around the area. Increasing safe and attractive opportunities for walking and cycling is a key priority for SDC as it tries to encourage people to leave their cars at home for short journeys. The Council believes that better walking and cycling opportunities in Edenbridge will help to reduce carbon emissions, improve air quality, promote healthy lifestyles and improve the quality of the environment for residents.

The Edenbridge LCWIP Map shows the indicative study area for the LCWIP in a red dashed line, which incorporates the built up area and connected countryside. The map also shows some key locations within the town for context, including some key development sites that have planning permission.

How to participate:

In order to make the Edenbridge LCWIP the best it possibly can be, SDC is seeking your views and experiences of walking and cycling in Edenbridge, to see where improvements could be made. Let the Council know your thoughts and highlight the issues or improvements you would like to see addressed as part of the LCWIP. All of your comments will help shape the Edenbridge LCWIP.

leave your comments on the interactive Edenbridge LCwip Map
To leave a comment

Simply click the comment symbol in the top right of your screen (PC) or the pink comment icon on your mobile device, and then click the location on the map where you would like to make a comment. A pop-up box will appear with a text box which you can type into. Any comments left on the map will be visible to other users, so we would recommend just providing your name if you do not wish your contact details to be visible on the map.

Next steps

The deadline for leaving comments on the map is Monday 16 December. SDC will then review all feedback from the map to help shape the LCWIP. Once the Plan is drafted, SDC will seek your views again on how to prioritise the routes.

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grants

Community groups receive financial boost from Council’s Annual Grants

Community groups and initiatives in Edenbridge have once again benefitted from the Town Council’s Annual Grants scheme, with funding awarded to a variety of projects aimed at enhancing local services and activities.

Each year, the Council invites applications from organisations dedicated to supporting the Edenbridge community. The grants are designed to encourage and expand activities that benefit residents.

Some of this year’s funding will go towards residential trips for young people, breastfeeding and early parenting support, hygiene packs for local families, and the annual Edenbridge Christmas fair.

Chairman of the Finance Committee, Cllr Stephen Sumner, said:
“This year, we were delighted to allocate £8,000 in grants to support services and initiatives that we believe will positively impact the quality of life for our residents. The grant process has been an eye-opener, showcasing the sheer diversity and vibrancy of community groups in Edenbridge. I’d encourage everyone to explore what’s on offer locally and, if you’re part of an organisation that serves the community, consider applying for a grant in the next round.”

At the Council’s Grants Committee Meeting on 25 November 2024, the following grants were approved:

  • Baby Umbrella £400
  • Edenbridge and Westerham Citizens Advice £2,000.00
  • Edenbridge Community Christmas Association £1,000
  • Eden Twinning £50
  • Edenbridge Brownies £500
  • Edenbridge Guides £500
  • Edenbridge Players £250.00
  • Edenbridge Voluntary Transport £1,000.00
  • Hi Kent Hearing Aid Support Clinics £400.00
  • Marsh Green Pre-School £250
  • Eden Christian Trust/ECT Youth Club £500.00
  • The Hygiene Bank £250
  • West Kent Mediation £900.00

Keep an eye out for the next application window to make the most of this initiative. For more information about our grants process, previous awards and other sources of funding, visit our Grants page.

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News

Council services this Christmas and New Year

useful contacts & emergency numbers

In an emergency, even when our office is closed, you can still call Sevenoaks District Council on 01732 227000.

Festive waste collections 2024

Sevenoaks District Council’s staff will be working extra days over Christmas and the New Year so you don’t miss a waste and recycling collection. Most collections will take place later than usual.

Please put your recycling and general waste out at 7am on your collection day to help prevent attracting animals and the build-up of litter.

The Garden Waste Collection Service will not be running after Friday 13 December until Monday 13 January when a normal service will resume.

view changes to waste collection days
Christmas tree collections

There are several ways to dispose of your real Christmas tree once the festivities have ended. Whatever option you choose, please remove all decorations, stands and pots.

christmas tree collections information
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News

Discover the highlights of our Annual Report 2023-24

Edenbridge Town Council’s Annual Report for 2023-24 is a comprehensive document that provides an in-depth look at our achievements over the past financial year and details how we allocate and spend funds to benefit our community.

Key highlights:

• Council achievements: Learn about the significant accomplishments that have positively impacted Edenbridge.

• Financial transparency: Understand how the council manages and spends its budget to enhance our town.

• Community engagement: Find out who your councillors are and how you can engage with the Council

Staying informed and engaged with the council’s activities is crucial for fostering a strong and vibrant community. We encourage all residents to take the time to read the report and gain insight into the workings of our local government.

read edenbridge town council annual report 2023-24

Thank you for your continued support and involvement in making Edenbridge a wonderful place to live.

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Market

Get in the festive spirit at Edenbridge Market this Christmas!

Discover local foods, seasonal gifts, and holiday treats, perfect for your Christmas list! Little ones can post their letters to Santa and even see Santa’s Elves on 19 December. Last year lots of our customers told us they were very impressed by their singing!

Plus, each week you make a purchase, you can enter our prize draw for a chance to win a Christmas Hamper filled with goodies from our weekly traders. So come along, support local, and make your holiday shopping a breeze at Edenbridge Market!

  • Last Thursday Market before the New Year: 19 December
  • Extra Market date: Monday 23 December
  • First 2025 Market date: Thursday 9 January
check stallholders attending EdenBridge market

Market Yard Car Park, Edenbridge TN8 5BB

From 8 am to 2.30 pm (some traders such as fruit ‘n’ veg stall stay longer)

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News

Remembrance Sunday

Sunday 10 November, over 250 residents joined in the parade from Leathermarket car park to the War Memorial to mark Remembrance Sunday.

Edenbridge remembers, “They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them”.

Thank you to everyone who attended the Remembrance Sunday wreath laying service. To Lennox Cato, Deputy Lieutenant of Kent, Cllr Laurence Ball (Chairman Sevenoaks District Council), Cllr Bob Todd (Chairman Edenbridge Town Council), Edenbridge RBL Branch and Club, various military services, the Police and Fire Service, and other local organisations. Thank you to the RBL, Scouts, Brownies and Guides, Manor Care Home, Bonfire Society, the Parish Church, Town Council staff, and NHS Properties (and Sam the security Officer, ex-military for ensuring the area was cleared and tidied, for helping to ensure the success of the parade and service.

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