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

Mr Macabre’s Inn at Upchurch Village Hall

Alison Lewin

FOSM - Friends of St Mary the Virgin, Upchurch

Book online: https://tinyurl.com/3xbvef7t

St Mary's Church Fundraising Sale

Saturday, 13th September, between 10:00am and 11:30am

Homemade Cakes, Jams, Pickles, Scones and Savouries

Also, Puzzles, Books, Bric-à-brac and sometimes Plants

Something for everyone!

Refreshments

Please help support this ancient building - Thank you

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Upchurch Matters

Upchurch WI - Quiz Night

Wendy Pitts - Upchurch Women's Institute

Tel: 07751 013298

Email: marwen.pitts@btinternet.com

The Rainbow Café at St Mary's Church

On the 2nd Thursday of each month.

The Rainbow Café at St Mary's Church opens its doors again on Thursday, the 11th of September, between 2:00pm and 4:30pm.

As usual, we will be offering delicious cakes and savouries.

We will have our fantastic kid's snack deal - 5 items and a drink for £1. Where else would you get such wonderful value?

There will be crafts, a story for the children, and a warm welcome for everyone.  

This all helps us support 4 children in Uganda to go to school and supply breakfast for a group of Ugandan children at their Saturday Club. How special is that?

Come and join us.

Gill Gay and the Rainbow Café Team

Email: gilliangay99@yahoo.co.uk