Sep 10, 2026 | Featured News, General News
Deputy Lieutenant Victoria Wallace was delighted to represent the Lord-Lieutenant at a recent Kent Police Passing Out Parade, celebrating the achievements of the county’s newest police officers as they completed their initial training and prepared to begin serving...
Sep 1, 2026 | Featured News, General News
Deputy Lieutenant James Ryeland was pleased to represent the Lord-Lieutenant of Kent at a special centenary event in Kingsdown celebrating the remarkable life and legacy of Trudy Ederle. The evening brought together guests to reflect on the extraordinary achievements...
Sep 1, 2026 | Featured News, General News
The Lord-Lieutenant was pleased to visit Kent Army Cadet Force during Exercise KENT ARMY CADET 2026, where more than 300 cadets from across the county were taking part in their annual camp at Lydd Military Training Camp. During the visit, Lady Colgrain was delighted...
Aug 14, 2026 | Featured News, General News
Deputy Lieutenant Dr Bhargawa Vasudaven was delighted to represent the Lord-Lieutenant at the 12th Annual LET LOOSE Community Outdoor Music Concert and Picnic, held in Balmoral Gardens, Gillingham. Now in its twelfth year, LET LOOSE Initiative CIC continues to create...
Jul 31, 2026 | Featured News, General News
Deputy Lieutenant Jane Ashton was delighted to represent the Lord-Lieutenant at the Grand Opening of the Small Cat Rescue Centre and Rusty-Spotted Cat Conservation Centre at The Big Cat Sanctuary. The new facilities mark an exciting milestone for The Big Cat...
Jul 20, 2026 | Featured News, General News
Deputy Lieutenant Gavin McKinnon was delighted to represent the Lord-Lieutenant at the Tunbridge Wells Mela Festival, held in Calverley Grounds earlier this month. Celebrating its 20th year, the festival has become a much-loved annual event and a vibrant showcase of...
Jul 15, 2026 | Featured News, General News
The Lord-Lieutenant was honoured to attend the Battle of Britain Memorial Day Service at the National Memorial to The Few at Capel-le-Ferne on 12 July, joining distinguished guests, veterans, serving personnel, cadets and members of the public in remembrance of the...
Jul 15, 2026 | Featured News, General News, Recent Royal Visits to the County, Royal Visits
The Lord-Lieutenant was delighted to welcome His Royal Highness The Duke of Gloucester to Kent on 9 July, when His Royal Highness undertook a number of engagements across the county. During the visit, The Duke visited The Amelia Scott in Tunbridge Wells, where he...
Jul 8, 2026 | Featured News, General News
The Lord-Lieutenant was delighted to officially reopen the beautifully restored Commissioner’s House at The Historic Dockyard Chatham. As Vice Patron of The Historic Dockyard Chatham, Lady Colgrain joined guests in celebrating the completion of an impressive 13-month...
Jul 8, 2026 | Featured News, General News
The Lord-Lieutenant was delighted to officially open the new Memorial Garden at HMP Standford Hill on 17 June. Created to commemorate veterans and HMP staff who have died in service, both during their careers and whilst in custody, the garden provides a peaceful and...
Jul 8, 2026 | Featured News, General News
Deputy Lieutenants of Kent were pleased to represent the Lord-Lieutenant, Lady Colgrain, at a series of Armed Forces Flag Raising Ceremonies and Armed Forces Day events held across the county. The week commenced with Armed Forces Flag Raising Ceremonies at a number of...
Jun 12, 2026 | Featured News, General News
The Lord-Lieutenant was delighted to join the Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) during Volunteers’ Week for their annual Volunteers’ Celebration event. Bringing together more than 60 volunteers, the event recognised the vital role they play in...
