Notice Board

Sunday, 21 September 2025

Upchurch Choral Society - Christmas Concert

Our Christmas Concert 2025 will be on Sunday, 7th December at St Mary’s Church, Upchurch, ME9 7AL at 7:30pm.

It will be a festive mix of Christmas music and audience carols conducted by Derek Boyne and accompanied by Janet Stone.

Tickets £12 cash on the door with interval refreshments.

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If you think you’d enjoy singing with us, why not come and try?

We rehearse in St Mary’s Church from 19:45 to 21:15 most Fridays.

No auditions, but the ability to read music is helpful, but not essential.

Contact Secretary Liz Walters on: 01634 361897 or email: kbl.walters@talk21.com for more information.

Thank you

Liz Walters

Secretary Upchurch Choral Society

Saturday, 20 September 2025

Upchurch Choral Society - Musical Director Vacancy

We are a well-established SATB choral society of 58 years based in Upchurch, Sittingbourne, Kent, seeking a new Musical Director to lead weekly rehearsals and conduct three main concerts annually starting in February 2026.

Our repertoire spans classical works, folk arrangements, and seasonal music. We have around 30 members and rehearse on Friday evenings from 19:45 to 21:15.

We welcome applications from experienced conductors with strong communication skills, a collaborative spirit, and a commitment to inclusive music-making.

The role is remunerated, with rates negotiable based on experience.

To apply or request further details, please email Secretary Liz Walters: kbl.walters@talk21.com by 7th November 2025.

Thank you

Liz Walters

Secretary Upchurch Choral Society

Temporary Road Closure - Breach Lane, Upchurch

It will be necessary to close part of Breach Lane, Upchurch, from Thursday, 13th November 2025, for up to one day between the hours of 09:30 and 15:30, or until the works have been completed.

The road will be closed between the junctions with Boxted Lane and Bricklands, to the extent indicated by signs and barriers on site.

The alternative route for any through traffic is via Boxted Lane, School Lane, Church Lane, A2 High Street, A2 London Road, A2 Hartlip Hill, Breach Lane and vice versa.

Pedestrian access will be maintained during the works.

The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while overhead cabling works are undertaken by Openreach.

For information regarding this closure, please contact Openreach on: 0800 023 2023, who will be able to assist with the scope of these works.

The KCC Highways Helpline number is: 03000 418181

For details of roadworks, see: https://one.network

Kent County Council - Highways, Transportation & Waste