Jul 8, 2026 | General News
The Lord-Lieutenant’s Office was pleased to be represented by Gurvinder Sandher MBE DL at this year’s Dartford Mela, held on Sunday 28th June at the Open-Air Theatre in Central Park. The Mela celebrated music, dance, food and traditions from the Indian sub-continent,...
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 18, 2026 | General News
Deputy Lieutenant James Ryeland was pleased to represent the Lord-Lieutenant at a special service in Dover marking the Foundation Day of The Royal Regiment of Artillery. Held at the historic St Mary’s in Castro, Dover Castle, the service brought together members of...
Jun 18, 2026 | General News
Deputy Lieutenant Dr Bhargawa Vasudaven was delighted to represent the Lord-Lieutenant at the Kent Cheer Academy Summer Showcase on 6 June. Held across a full day of performances, the showcase brought together athletes, families and members of the wider community to...
Jun 15, 2026 | General News
Deputy Lieutenant Jane Ashton was delighted to represent the Lord-Lieutenant at the Includes Us Too afternoon tea fundraiser held at Stone Green Farm. Includes Us Too is a Kent-based charity supporting supporting disabled children, young people and their families...
Jun 12, 2026 | General News
Deputy Lieutenant Simon Dean was pleased to represent the Lord-Lieutenant at the official opening of the Historical Research Group of Sittingbourne’s new Heritage Annex in Rainham. Despite the warm bank holiday weekend, the Annex welcomed a steady stream of...
Jun 12, 2026 | General News
Deputy Lieutenant Lady Melville (Hilary Eldridge) was delighted to represent the Lord-Lieutenant at the Science and Technology Challenge Day held at the University of Greenwich in Medway. Organised by MCS Projects Ltd, the event aims to inspire young people to pursue...
Jun 12, 2026 | General News
Deputy Lieutenant Brigadier Andrew Wood was pleased to represent the Lord-Lieutenant at a moving service of remembrance in Twydall for Corporal McIlvenny of the Royal Engineers, who gave his life during the Falklands conflict. The service provided a poignant...
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...
Jun 12, 2026 | Featured News, General News
The Lord-Lieutenant, Lady Colgrain, was delighted to visit Kent Search and Rescue at Lower Grange Farm, Sandling, where she learned more about the invaluable work carried out by this dedicated volunteer team. During the visit, Lady Colgrain was given an insight into...
Jun 12, 2026 | Featured News, General News, Honours and Awards Ceremonies
The Lord-Lieutenant was pleased to present Medway Watersports Trust with The King’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest recognition for voluntary groups in the United Kingdom. During a special celebration at their waterside centre in Gillingham, the...
