Temporary 30 mph Speed Restriction - Otterham Quay Lane, Upchurch

It will be necessary to impose a temporary mandatory 30 mph speed restriction on Otterham Quay Lane, Upchurch from Tuesday 28th February 2023, with estimated completion by 13th March 2023.

The temporary mandatory 30 mph speed restriction will be imposed from outside Hubbards Cottage to outside The Cottage, to the extent indicated by signage on site.

The speed restriction is required for the safety of the public and workforce while electrical connection works are undertaken by ALS Civil.

For information regarding this restriction, please contact ALS Civil on: 07791 868025, who will be able to assist with the scope of these works.

KCC 24hr Contact Centre: 03000 418181

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

Kent County Council - Highways, Transportation & Waste

Diversity House Celebrates International Women’s Day with Launch of Centre for Women and Girls Innovation and Empowerment

CWGIE is a Diversity House project that intends to bring together women and girls from different backgrounds to increase understanding and support that will create a cycle of empowerment.

By discussing shared concerns and developing leadership and entrepreneurial skills, it will enhance the economic prowess of women and girls. CWGIE aims to enable its users to assess information, acquire skills and enhance confidence to achieve their aspirations.

Join Diversity House on International Women’s Day for a day of activities, breaking barriers, inspiring talks and raising awareness on Wednesday the 8th of March at Diversity House, Old ISP School, Church Street, Sittingbourne, Kent ME10 3EG - between 9:00am and 3:00pm.

Register for free entry at: http://bit.ly/40dN3pJ or ask for more information at Diversity House reception.

Website: www.diversityhouse.org.uk

#IWD

Upchurch Matters

The Friends of Lower Halstow Brickfields Present The Spring Ball at The Oak Grove

We're delighted to finally be hosting the friend's Spring Ball this year after it sadly had to be postponed back in 2020.

We look forward to welcoming you all to The Oak Grove for what promises to be a great night of entertainment for a very worthy local cause.

Well over half the tickets have now sold. If you would like to join us, please make sure you reserve your tickets as soon as possible.

For tickets, please Email: mstraaten@aol.com

Please show your support!

Thank you

Sam Holland - The Oak Grove

Swale Foodbank Collection and Call into the Church for A Cuppa and a Chat

Swale Foodbank Collection

Dear Upchurch,

We will be collecting your Swale Foodbank donations at the bus stop opposite the church again on Wednesday the 1st of February, between 10:30am and 11:30am.

Please bring your items in carrier bags. We will then deliver them to the Swale Foodbank Warehouse, part of the Trussell Trust.

All donations are helpful, providing the food is long life and well within date.

You always amaze us with your generosity - Thank you ♥️

A Cuppa and a Chat

While you are there, why not call into the church for A Cuppa and a Chat in the Lady Chapel.

We will have the kettle on from 10:00am until 12:00pm.

Followed by a prayer for our village from 12:00pm until 12:30pm. Pop in and join us or write a prayer in our prayer book and we will pray for your concerns.

A warm welcome awaits you - just call in, and we will be pleased to see you!

Gill Gay - Foodbank Co-ordinator
Email: gilliangay99@yahoo.co.uk

Pop into Upchurch's Co-op for a Free Cuppa and a Chat on Time to Talk Day

Co-op members get chatting on Time to Talk Day

Time to Talk Day was launched in 2014 and is a UK wide campaign run every February by Mind and Rethink Mental Illness in England - in partnership with the Co-op.

It is all about us being open to the idea of talking and creating supportive communities by having conversations with family, friends, or colleagues about mental health.

We all have mental health, and by having conversations about it, we can help ourselves and others. It's not about encouraging people to talk about a mental health problem if they don't want to.

The Co-op are raising £8m for Mind, SAMH and Inspire to bring communities together to improve mental wellbeing. Along with delivering Time to Talk Day, these vital funds are providing new services in over 50 local communities across the UK to support people’s mental wellbeing.

A cuppa and a chat at Upchurch's Co-op

Pop into Upchurch's Co-op for a free cuppa and a chat on Time to Talk Day, Thursday the 2nd of February, between 12:00pm and 2:00pm.

There may even be cake!

Read more about Time to Talk Day at >> https://timetotalkday.co.uk/about

#TimeToTalk

Sally Butcher - Member Pioneer

Temporary Road Closure - School Lane, Lower Halstow

It will be necessary to close part of School Lane, Lower Halstow from Monday 13th February 2023, with estimated completion by 19th February 2023.

School Lane, Lower Halstow will be closed in the vicinity of Stable Mews, to the extent indicated by signs and barriers on site.

The alternative route is School Lane, Vicarage Lane, The Street and vice versa.

The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while new electrical supply works are undertaken by UK Power Networks.

For information regarding this closure, please contact UK Power Networks on: 0800 029 4285, who will be able to assist with the scope of these works.

KCC 24hr Contact Centre: 03000 418181

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

Kent County Council - Highways, Transportation & Waste