The Donn Barcott Big Band at Upchurch River Valley Golf Course

Upchurch River Valley Golf Course

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September Poolside Bar Courtyard Music Nights at Upchurch River Valley Golf Course

Upchurch River Valley Golf Course

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Recent Acts of Vandalism in the Paddock and the Burial Ground

We would like to bring to your attention some recent acts of vandalism to Parish Council property.

We have experienced fire damage to two of the rubbish bins in the Paddock. This is of serious concern as not only has it damaged the bins which may now have to be replaced (at cost to the Parish Council) but also as this presents a great risk to the surrounding vegetation and any ‘small’ fire spreading out of control, especially so at this time of year. It is not the first time fires have been reported in the Paddock with evidence of such activity not only in the roots of trees but also under the play equipment.

We also have experienced a rather sad act of vandalism in the burial ground where someone has removed a section of grass from one of the graves. This was quite distressing for the relatives. We have been unable to ascertain why this was done or by who?

Could we ask residents to be vigilant and if you see any such activity report it to the police on 101 or inform the Clerk to the Parish Council on:

01634 363906 or by Email: clerk@upchurchpc.kentparishes.gov.uk

Julia Cura

Clerk to Upchurch Parish Council

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Celebrating Haulfryn's 80th Anniversary at Beckenham Park

Haulfryn Kent Parks celebrated the company’s 80th anniversary at Beckenham Park, Upchurch this week by giving residents the chance to win a holiday in Devon.

To be entered into the prize draw, residents had to answer the following question: What does the Welsh word ‘Haulfryn’ translate into in English? The answer is sunny hill.

Aided by Kent Parks Manager, Cheryl Smith, Swale Borough Councillor, Gerry Lewin picked the winning ticket at the park office on Friday morning. A celebration cake was cut and residents enjoyed cupcakes and refreshments. Before making the draw, Councillor Lewin made a short speech in which he praised the investment in the park and its very smart appearance, describing it as a “little oasis”.

Mr Newborough was the lucky winner of a short break for up to 6 people in one of the company’s luxury lodges at their award-winning Finlake Resort.

Kent Parks Manager Cheryl Smith, Swale Borough Councillor Gerry Lewin, Julie Pike
and residents of Beckenham Park at Haulfryn's 80th birthday celebrations prize draw.

Founded by Frank Carl Minoprio in 1935, the Haulfryn Group has become synonymous with quality, exclusivity and luxury. Today, it is considered one of the largest and most respected of the country’s holiday park companies.

Find out more about the Haulfryn Group at their website: www.haulfryn.co.uk

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Food and Friday Entertainment at the Three Sisters

~  ENTERTAINMENT  ~

Friday 31st July - Karaoke with Cassie
Friday 7th August - Disco with the Funky Soul Brothers

Friday 14th August - Karaoke with Ian

Friday 21st August - Karaoke with Ian

Friday 28th August - Super Rock 'n' Roll with the fabulous Sonny Ray

Friday 4th September - Karaoke with Ian 

Friday 11th September - Disco with the Funky Soul Brothers

~  FOOD  ~

Freshly Prepared Home Cooked Light Bites From Local Produce. Available From 1:00pm Daily - Jacket Potatoes - Tea & Coffee and more...

 
 
 

Sally

Telephone: 01634 231991

Email: sallygodden@btinternet.com

Website: www.threesistersrainham.com

Otterham Quay Lane, Rainham, Kent, ME8 8QR

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Overnight Road Closures - A2 Upchurch and Newington

Temporary Overnight Road Closures of the A2 in Upchurch and Newington are planned for the nights of:

Friday 21 August 2015.

Monday 24 August to Friday 28 August 2015 inclusive.

Closures are between 8:00 pm through until 5:00 am each night.

The road will be closed between the junctions with Spade Lane, Upchurch and Playstool Road, Newington, affecting A2 London Road and A2 Hartlip Hill.

The alternative route is via A2, A278, M2 and A249, as fully listed below. There is also a route for non-motorway traffic.

The closures are to enable Kent County Council to carry out essential carriageway resurfacing works at the junction with Breach Lane.

Delays are likely, and it is recommended that motorists allow extra time for their journeys and find alternative routes.

Breach Lane will be closed between A2 Hartlip Hill and Boxted Lane. The alternative route is via Breach Lane and the eastern part of the non-motorway route shown below. 

These works are weather dependent, and if adverse conditions prevent them going ahead on the planned dates shown, revised dates will be notified and signposted on site.

It is inevitable that residents and businesses near the works will experience some disruption. Access to properties within the closed section of road will generally be available throughout the works.

Access to properties directly fronting onto the area of the works will need to be restricted for short periods, but if you have any particular access needs, please let the workforce on the site know. If your vehicle is usually parked on the carriageway, please make sure you park it somewhere else away from the site whilst the works are carried out, so the road is clear to resurface.

Click Map to Enlarge.

The full alternative route is via A2 London Road, Moor Street, High Street (Rainham), London Road, A278 Hoath Way, M2 Motorway between Junctions 4 and 6, Stockbury Roundabout, A249 Maidstone Road, Key Street on/off-slips and Roundabout, A2 Keycol Hill, Boyces Hill and High Street, Newington.

Non-motorway Traffic - the alternative route is via A2 London Road, Moor Street, High Street (Rainham), B2004 Station Road, Lower Rainham Road, Otterham Quay Lane, Horsham Lane, The Street, Forge Lane, Halstow Lane, The Street, Raspberry Hill Lane, Old Ferry Road, A249 Iwade Bypass, Maidstone Road, Key Street on/off-slips and Roundabout, A2 Keycol Hill, Boyces Hill and High Street, Newington via The Street, Raspberry Hill Lane, Old Ferry Road and the A249.

The length of the diversion routes are because they must be of an equivalent standard to be suitable for use by all vehicles diverted.

If you need more information, please call: 03000 418181.

You can also visit the website: www.kent.gov.uk/highways

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