Jul 20, 2026 | General News
Deputy Lieutenant Brigadier Peter Gilbert was pleased to represent the Lord-Lieutenant at The Not Forgotten Kent Garden Party, a wonderful event bringing together veterans and serving personnel for an afternoon of friendship, support and companionship. The event...
Jul 20, 2026 | General News
Deputy Lieutenant Colonel Jane Carey-Harris TD DL VR was delighted to represent the Lord-Lieutenant at the opening of Maya’s Boutique Upcycling Academy in the heart of Canterbury. The new academy is a wonderful example of how local initiatives can bring people...
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 | General News
Deputy Lieutenant Dr Sam Parrett was pleased to represent the Lord-Lieutenant at the 80th anniversary celebration of Soroptimist International Tunbridge Wells & District. Members past and present, together with civic leaders and National, Regional and Club...
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 | General News
Deputy Lieutenant Chris Gilbert was delighted to represent the Lord-Lieutenant at the Bishop of Rochester’s Garden Party. The annual event brought together people from across the Diocese and wider community in celebration of the many individuals and organisations who...
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...
